Stop Trying So Hard in Baseball How many times have you stepped in the batter’s box preoccupied with the thought, “I have to get a hit” or “I must drive in the baserunners,” but instead you struck out on pitches outside the strike zone? When you demand that you get … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Stuck in a Plateau? What’s Holding You Back? Have you heard the saying, “If you keep doing the same thing over and over, you will keep getting the same results”? The quote emphasizes that you must take a different approach or change your behavior if you want different results. At … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Brock McCormack and Patrick Cohn discuss how ball players can get up to mid-season form using the power of mental imagery. In this video, you learn how to get up to speed–and dust off the rust from the winter break–using mental rehearsal or visualization so you can be mentally ready … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Brock McCormack and Patrick Cohn discuss how ball players can be mentally prepares for the upcoming season. In this video, you learn about the mental game challenges for ball players and how to prepare mentally for the spring season. Peak Performance Sports, LLC helps athletes and performers improve mental skills … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Do you take some losses harder than other losses? For many players, some losses resonate more deeply depending on the game’s significance, their level of play, or their expectations heading into the game. These players are often beset by regrets, sometimes known as the “Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda” Trap. For example: … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Do you process your thoughts and feelings after a loss? Most baseball players allow their emotions to stew after a loss, especially if they believe they were responsible for the loss. Bottling up emotions creates several issues. When you avoid processing your thoughts and feelings, frustration, self-doubt, and anxiety build, … Read Sport Psychology Tip