Mental Game Skills for Skating Success
One of the most, if not the most important mental skill on or off the ice, is to be in the moment.
When an athlete or a performer is totally absorbed in what they are doing, this is when creativity flows. This can lead to unforgettable performances.
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It’s been 6 weeks (including spring break) off the ice for our part of the world.
6 weeks without training.
What about you? How long has it been since you’ve been on the ice, training your “old normal” way?
Is skating still a priority? Is it still important? Continue reading “5 Steps to Maximize Your Training When the Rinks are Closed”
You are working on your loop jump with your coach, but you are having trouble landing it. Your coach gives you the same correction that you’ve been working on for the past few weeks – you need to check your left side on the takeoff, don’t let the left side open up.
You know this is a problem, and you have been working on it, but it’s not easy to do this consistently. You really want to get this jump; you are so close.
I hope that you are doing well, staying physically distant, but socially connected.
Are you at home all day, with a little (or a lot) of time on your hands? Is it just now sinking in that this is “temporary normal” is not going to be over tomorrow?
As a mindset coach, you come here for expert advice. While I can’t fix this situation, I hope you find some food for thought. A way to begin to shift your perspective if you desire. Continue reading “How to Find Your Motivation When the Rinks are Closed”
Due to the Coronavirus many athletes are uncertain of the future. The rinks are closed, people are staying home. What are you supposed to do?
Here’s a question that one reader asked. I bet many of you also have similar concerns. Continue reading “The Rink Is Closed. What Do I Do?”
I hope you are thriving, or taking baby steps in that direction in this time of the unknown.
I’ve been checking in with my students all over the world. Most of their rinks are closed. The rest report their rinks will close soon. Just like you.
Before I give you a tip about tackling the unknown, I’d like to tell you a real story about a gift I received from this adversity. Continue reading “How to Get Back on Track When the Rinks Are Closed”