Athlete Mental Training Articles

Quick Summary:

• Letting go means releasing the need to force or control outcomes during games.
• Trying to control results creates tension and prevents you from playing freely.
• Focus instead on what you can control—your effort, attitude, and preparation.
• Staying present helps you perform naturally and reach the flow state.
• Athletes who learn to let go play with more confidence, freedom, and consistency.

Quick Summary:

• Inconsistency often stems from changes in your mental state, not physical skill.
• Good performances come from staying focused, positive, and process-oriented.
• Bad days usually involve self-criticism, outcome thinking, and distraction by others.
• Identify key differences between your good and bad days to find controllable factors.
• Create 2–3 simple mental objectives to build consistent confidence and focus.

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