We all know that on-field performance isn’t just built in the gym or on the practice field—it starts in your head. Over the years, I’ve seen athletes who are in top physical shape still struggle to break through that mental barrier. That’s why I always stress the importance of mental skills training, which always includes […]
Of course winning is a goal, but it shouldn’t be THE goal. Winning is NOT the best possible outcome. The best possible outcome for an athlete is to become better in the process of winning. In other words, just because you won doesn’t mean you got better. This is an important mindset for athletes to […]
Focus is not about shutting everything out; it’s about directing your energy toward what matters most. It’s the ability to control your attention and concentrate on the task at hand, despite external distractions or internal noise. Scientifically, it involves activating the brain’s prefrontal cortex—the area responsible for decision-making and goal-directed behavior—while quieting the amygdala, which […]