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In the 1970s the US military believed they could create a ‘super soldier’ - one who could use psychic powers to walk through walls, disarm the enemy through telepathy or kill a goat by staring at it. The brain behind these techniques was Michael Murphy, one of the founders of New Age spiritualism in the hippy enclaves of San Francisco. But Murphy’s primary goal was to use these powers in sport to create a supreme athlete capable of extraordinary feats.

Grit, that combination of passion and perseverance, can take you from zero to hero in pursuit of those big, challenging goals worth pursuing. Gritty people, be they athletes, coaches, or corporate C-suiters, thrive best when the road ahead is clear and plans make sense.

Famous, three-time Grand Slam winner, Arthur Ashe, pointed out that many in sport fall victim to, “paralysis by analysis”. Athletes on any level can experience the pain of overthinking and sabotaging their performance. Blame many traditional methods of teaching and training.

Collin is the founder and CEO of Master Your Mindset, LLC, a leader in the field of mental conditioning. Collin was a two-sport Division I athlete, Academic All-American, Pac-12 Champion, record setting medical sales professional, and national sales trainer. He has authored five books dealing with peak performance and his podcast, Master Your Mindset, has had 75,000 plus downloads world-wide. Collin’s innovative trainings on mindset, culture, and sales psychology have been utilized by some of the world’s best organizations.

'If you carry on like this, you'll do nothing but play football and cricket all your life.' These were the exasperated words of Mike Brearley's mother, as he once again trod mud into the family home after a long day playing outdoors. They were also an unwitting but half-accurate prediction, for Brearley would become one of the most successful sportsmen of his generation by playing cricket for Cambridge, Middlesex and then becoming one of England's finest captains. But for Brearley, cricket wasn't just a physical activity, it was also an intellectual game.

Many pool players begin playing when they see their friends playing pool and decide to give it a shot. They get a couple quick lessons about how to aim and hold the cue stick. They also get an overview of the rules. If they're lucky, they'll continue to get some advice while practicing with their friends. That's it. Rarely does a player seek out books or information to help their game. Rarely does a player try and find a professional to get a couple lessons in. And worst of all, a player gets almost zero instruction on the mental side of the game. That's where this book comes in. This book ...

Duff Gibson has spent the better part of three decades in a hotbed of Olympic sport. Despite its mischaracterization in popular culture, the mental side of sport is perhaps the most significant aspect, and what very often makes the difference between success and failure, in particular at the highest level. The Tao of Sport explores the commonality amongst elite performers relating to purpose, passion, and growth, as a means to achieving high performance, or as a means to an end in itself.

Professional football in the modern era is played every bit as much in the mind as on the pitch. More and more it's becoming clear that natural talent is nowhere near enough to sustain a career in the modern game. Players need to be smart; not academically but in terms of their thinking. The ones who are dedicated, with mental resilience and a winner's psychology are prospering and will continue to do so as the game evolves. The stupid footballer is dead.

Discover 50 simple shortcuts you can use right now for more motivation, losing fat, and building muscle and a healthier, happier body fast! Even if you've no time or money, this expert guide, with insights from top fitness coaches and cutting-edge research, skips the BS and hard work and exposes the efficiency shortcuts you can take right now to get an awesome body and feel good!

To understand England's greatest cricket player is to know what it takes to succeed. Alastair Cook is the greatest batsman to ever play for England, and as one of the most gifted players in the world, he knows that his triumphs are as important as the challenges and moments of resilience. Now, as he English cricket team reel from his dramatic retirement, Alastair tells his story: a close-up account of his last chapter, his 33rd and last Test hundred, an intimate tale of his life, his family, of the man he is today and the man he will be - after cricket.

This is the fourth book in a volume of work dedicated to the martial art of Pencak Silat Pertempuran and Silat Dirty Boxing. Made as a workbook so the reader can define their own goals and objectives for training. The book contains the principles, as well as the training and protection strategies, tactics, and maxims of Pencak Silat Pertempuran. A great resource for any martial artist and particularly those involved in pencak silat Pertempuran.

「Athlete's Mind」では、グローバルに活躍するトップ・オブ・トップのアスリート16名にインタビューし、彼/彼女らのディーブで熱い想いと、知られざるエピソードに迫ります。
テーマは、パフォーマンスを発揮するための日々の努力、メンタルの保ち方、海外で活躍するためのヒント、密かに抱えるコンプレックス、今後の目標など。
世界の最高峰を知るアスリートから、力強い言葉の数々が語られますので、リスナーの皆さんは是非そこからインスピレーションを受け取ってください。
また、子ども時代のエピソードや、プライベートの一面も深堀していきますので、ここでしか見られないゲストの素顔もお楽しみください。
番組のホストは、MC MAMUSHIさんが務めます。

In the high-stakes world of student athletics, success often hinges on more than just physical prowess. It requires a unique blend of determination, discipline, and above all, resilience. In Resilience for Student Athletes by S.R. Dubrish, young athletes are guided on a transformative journey that empowers them not only to excel on the field but also to conquer life's challenges with unwavering strength.

What's the secret of a great comeback? And how do we boost our mental fitness to succeed in sport and life? The Comeback Quotient provides inspiration and practical advice on building mental endurance and physical stamina. When bestselling sportswriter Matt Fitzgerald went through a coronavirus-George Floyd double whammy, he realized that nobody can escape setbacks in life so we all need to be able to pull off a comeback. In training for his first triathlon since 2009 and overcoming chronic injury, Matt Fitzgerald puts his ultrarealist mental fitness training to the test.

Pickleball has lately become all the rage in America. Indeed, all across the globe. Once a sport for older racket sports enthusiasts who needed a slower version of their favorite sport, now youngsters are picking up the game, playing in pro tournaments, and making a good living from pickleball. And with the growing popularity of pickleball has come the need for lessons and clinics to teach the mechanics of the sport. I used to teach tennis, but when I found pickleball about five years ago, I put away my tennis rackets and have used a pickleball paddle ever since.

Mindfulness, cognitive flexibility, and overall mental game are often overlooked when it comes to youth coaching for any sport. However, these areas are vital to truly unlocking any young person’s potential in the sporting arena. They say you need to “get your head in the game” - and no truer words have ever been spoken.

Quotes and inspiration from the Black Mamba Kobe Bryant. This is a collection of amazing quotes and affirmations for diehard Kobe Bryant fans!

Sports psychology is often regarded as the key to success, but unfortunately, it typically comes with a hefty price tag that many self-supporting athletes just cannot afford. Thankfully, there are ways you can implement evidence-based and thoroughly researched techniques to improve your game and change your psychological state from loser to winner! Be proactive and embrace a new way of thinking that can drastically improve your performance and get you on track to be at the top of your game. Discover how to reach your full potential and become an elite athlete at the top of your game.

El deporte no es solamente una actividad física, sino una actividad integral, holística, que altera, desarrolla y activa las distintas dimensiones del ser humano, las visibles y las invisibles, las materiales y las inmateriales, lo más nuclear y esencial que hay en él, pero también lo más exterior. Partiendo de esa premisa, esta obra muestra la práctica deportiva como un camino de extraordinaria utilidad para activar la inteligencia espiritual, trascendente o existencial, latente en todo ser humano.

Remember the freedom you felt playing golf as a kid? No fear, no worries, no overthinking. You stepped up on the first tee with confidence and excitement, rather than fear and anxiety. You saw every shot as an opportunity to learn or enjoy, rather than a challenge to be overcome. Now imagine playing with that mindset today, but with all the skills, technique, and experience you have gained since. What’s stopping you?