Some athletes thrive under pressure and some fold under pressure. Both groups can enter pressure situations being known for past success. However, past success is not what dictates success under pressure. Furthermore, talent has less impact than you would think in separating these two groups. As a matter of fact, it’s possible for an athlete […]
Today I’m going to provide a somewhat complex answer to a seemingly simple question. Does a child have a weakness when he or she lacks self-motivation? My answer is somewhat complex because this question can not be answered with a simple yes or no response. But this assumes we can agree on the definition of […]
There are three basic steps to help a young athlete who lacks confidence. Step 1: Assess The Source of their Lack of Confidence In step one, start by assessing what causes their lack of confidence. You can use these 9 questions below as a starting point: Preparation: Do you lack confidence in your preparation from training […]