Mental Game Skills for Skating Success
In this article you will learn specific tips on how skaters can improve their skating skills by making a few changes in their practice habits. Many skaters already work hard. A few adjustments can help them to work smarter and reap more benefit from their work.
These tips work with any skill you would like to improve quickly, from moves in the field to jumps and competition programs. Continue reading “Train Smarter in Practice for Guaranteed Improvement”
Do you have a friend or rival who competes at the same level as you? Many skaters want to know how to handle this situation and stop comparing themselves to others.
Here are three tips you can use to stop the comparisons and get on with your skating. In the example below I use “training mate,” but you can use it for any situation (i.e. competitor, friend or sibling). Continue reading “Stop Negative Comparisons in Figure Skating”
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How do I manage my mind and emotions when I am being compared to others in a competition?
I want to thank this skater for a great question! This skater is already aware that she can make a change in the way she thinks and feels in a competitive situation that involves being compared to other skaters. Continue reading “Competition and Comparisons: How to Manage Your Mind and Emotions”
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I don’t think you’re ever there. You might never arrive, but if you do, you might as well quit because you’re already there. Can’t get any better. And as players, if you ever have that moment—you should never have that moment. You’re always trying to get better. –Tiger Woods
Continue reading “Help Young Athletes Reach Their Dreams with Healthy Perspective”
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Current sports neuroscience research demonstrates that there is an undeniable connection between the physical and mental state of an athlete and their ability to perform at their peak. An athlete is able to perform at peak when they are healthy and happy, but can struggle to perform routine skills when they are slightly injured or unhappy.
Continue reading “Healing Sports Injuries: The Mind-Body Connection”
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What you believe about your skills and abilities can move you forward or hold you back.
A limiting belief is a thought you think that keeps you from doing or achieving something you desire.
Everyone carries some type of limiting belief around with them. They start small and if left unchallenged can turn into big barriers to your success. If you are reading this, you probably know that you have them. Continue reading “How to Overcome Your Limiting Beliefs”