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Concentration And Attention in Sports

Coaches and athletes often interchange the words concentration and attention and the often-heard term fouls. To most effectively utilize these tools, it may be helpful to define each term; Vernacchia (2003) defined concentration simply as “the ability to perform with a clear and present focus” (p.144). What, then, is focus? […]

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The Power of Self Talk in Sport

The Athletic Approach
The Athletic Approach
The Power of Self Talk in Sport
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Kristen and Manisha detail their personal observations on the importance self talk has on an athlete’s focus and mental performance as they strive to exceed expectations and combat the heavy pressure of the spotlight

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