Working with Over-Confidence: Finding Competitive Balance
Part of the goal in working with athletes either as a sport psychology consultant or as a coach is to produce confident athletes.
Part of the goal in working with athletes either as a sport psychology consultant or as a coach is to produce confident athletes.
Successful athletes are those that are able to maintain confidence despite the negative thoughts and doubts that enter their minds.
Mental preparation and building sustained confidence for an individual and for your team takes time, effort, patience and perseverance.
Building confidence in your athletes starts with preparation.
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