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How Do Young Athletes Develop Mental Toughness?

Quick Summary:

  • Mental toughness for young athletes is a skill that can be trained, not a trait kids are born with..
  • Building mental toughness early helps youth athletes develop confidence and emotional control.
  • Self-confidence must come from internal belief, not outcomes or praise.
  • Learning how to evaluate performance properly prevents perfectionism and fear of mistakes.
  • Mental toughness is built through daily habits, repetition, and simple mental training exercises.
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Eli Straw

Eli is a sport psychology consultant and mental game coach who works 1-1 with athletes to help them improve their mental skills and overcome any mental barriers keeping them from performing their best.

He has an M.S. in psychology and his mission is to help athletes and performers reach their goals through the use of sport psychology & mental training. 

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