In the journey of athletic development, the relationship between mental toughness and confidence is symbiotic, but mental toughness often lays the foundation for building confidence. Mental toughness involves cultivating resilience, adaptability, and a strong mindset to navigate challenges effectively. When athletes develop these qualities, they become better equipped to handle setbacks and pressures, which in […]
Self-motivation is the holy grail of success in sports, particularly for young athletes. Nearly all elite athletes have self-motivation. However, for less mature athletes who still rely on external motivation from coaches and parents, self-motivation often comes and goes with the wind. Therefore, as a parent or coach it’s easy to think that self-motivation is […]
The anatomy of a lazy athlete is not what it looks like from the outside looking in. While it may appear an athlete is simply not a hard worker or has a bad attitude, the truth is once you look on the inside you will find one or more of the following: 1) Depression, 2) […]