When it comes to competing in sports, we often focus on the physical aspect of preparation. We dedicate time to warming up our bodies, stretching our muscles, and getting our physical game plan in order. However, what many athletes overlook is the importance of warming up their mind before they step onto the mat, field, […]
There is an ancient principle from the renowned Stoic philosopher Epictetus that all athletes would be wise to live by. In his book the Enchiridion, Epictetus states the following: If you wish to improve, be content to appear clueless or stupid in extraneous matters–don’t wish to seem knowledgeable. While this may seem counterintuitive to an […]
Although I am writing this mental skills tip specifically for wrestling coaches, this insight applies equally for all coaches who teach skills at some level. Wrestling coaches in particular are known for how they teach moves, thus explaining this mental skill concept using the process of teaching wrestling moves as the exemplar is ideal. Typically, […]