Choking under pressure is a common response whether you’re playing the lead in the third-grade Christmas play or giving an important business presentation. Unfortunately, about 90% of people handle stressful situations poorly. A recent experiment shows that getting excited works better than trying to calm down. During a public singing contest, students were given […]
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Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed as you’re juggling multiple responsibilities and trying to keep up with constant change? Maybe you feel like you’re bombarded by news and information, and being pulled in many directions. It can be hard to stay grounded unless you train your body and mind to stay calm under pressure.
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It was so much fun to give a table tennis clinic on tomahawk serve in Philadelphia! I was teaching how to do a tomahawk serve and create a serve ritual. Encourage yourself, bounce the ball, take a deep breath, and visualize.
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Everything starts within your mind. Your thoughts, attitude, and determination are all essential for success. It’s important to understand yourself and know who you are as an athlete and a person. Through reflection, look for new insights on how you could do better in sports and life and grow as a person. Mental performance coaching
Learn or master your forehand smash technique! Check out this short video that gives you tips on how to forehand smash like the pros! When you learn a new stroke, you have to know the basic principles and build them into your muscle memory. Tips: 1. Anticipate, get into the right position immediately 2. Your
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