Believe In The Process There’s an old expression, “Seeing is believing.” This saying states that you need to see something before you can accept that it exists or can happen. There is a fundamental problem with this saying… How can you believe you can accomplish something if you never had achieved that result before? For example, if you … [Read more...] about Kerber’s Mental Game Keys to Success in Tennis
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How to Refocus When Distracted
Tsonga's Mental Game Strategies To Stay Focused Crowds in tennis are, most of the time courteous and respectful to the players engaged in the match. Unfortunately, most of the time does not mean all of the time. At some point in your tennis play, you will have to deal with crowd outbursts, excessive cheering and rude interruptions from … [Read more...] about How to Refocus When Distracted
Tennis Focus for Tournament Players
Play Mentally Tough In Matches In "Sessions with Doc," Dr. Patrick Cohn answers your sports psychology and mental training questions about Tennis Focus for Tournament Players. Visit Peaksports.com and click on contact us to submit your question for Dr. Cohn to answer in his mental game videocast or podcast. Do you coach a sport but also compete … [Read more...] about Tennis Focus for Tournament Players
Vinci Overcomes Expectations to Win
Overcoming Expectations to Win In an astonishing upset in this year’s US Open, No. 43 ranked Roberta Vinci defeated No. 1 Serena Williams in the Semifinals. Although the victory seemed to be something as of a miracle to those viewing, sports psychology suggests a greater reason behind the win. Entering her match with Williams, Vinci had no … [Read more...] about Vinci Overcomes Expectations to Win
Roger Federer’s Mental Focus at the US Open
Maintaining Concentration in Matches After a tremendous run, Roger Federer finished second in this year’s US Open. Dominating in his first three matches, Federer approached the Men’s Final with high energy and a clear focus on his game. Despite his loss in the final round, Federer was not defeated…. This is because Federer possesses a strong … [Read more...] about Roger Federer’s Mental Focus at the US Open
How to Manage Performance Expectations In Tennis
Do You Feel Pressure in Important Matches? Do you feel pressure when you play important tennis matches? Do you tend to crumble under the weight of pressure? So many tennis players feel pressure even before they step on the tennis court. When you feel the pressure to win or live up to expectations, your focus becomes compromised... Your … [Read more...] about How to Manage Performance Expectations In Tennis
Tennis Podcast: Does Your Stroke Distract You in Matches?
Are You Distracted By How Your Stroke Looks? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers: A question from a tennis player who becomes distracted by the look of his forehand when he sees his shadow on the court. Dr. Cohn gives mental game tips on how to improve confidence in … [Read more...] about Tennis Podcast: Does Your Stroke Distract You in Matches?
3 Tips for Playing Tennis “in The Now”
Mental Strategies to Play in The Moment The one mental skill necessary for top performance in tennis is the ability to maintain your focus on the present moment. In order to play your best tennis, you must be able to control your thoughts and focus your attention on the right things. Phrases such as “playing in the moment” or “being in the … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for Playing Tennis “in The Now”
Federer’s Match Focus Can’t Be Beat
Improving Your Tennis Focus Have you ever been told by a your tennis coach, or perhaps a parent, that you need to focus more? The word “focus” is commonly thrown around in the world of tennis. The definition of “focusing” is directing your attention or effort towards something specific. So if you were competing and thinking about the pizza … [Read more...] about Federer’s Match Focus Can’t Be Beat
Tennis Podcast: Mental Challenges of Changing Techniques
Confidence in Learning New Techiques In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from a tennis player who recently started taking more tennis lessons, but instead of getting better, she got worse. Learn how to be patient when learning a new technique. Listen to this month's … [Read more...] about Tennis Podcast: Mental Challenges of Changing Techniques