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The Champion's Mind
The Sports Plus take
A practical playbook for the mental game.
Sports psychologist Jim Afremow shares the same advice he gives Olympians and pro athletes: how to get in the zone, build pre-game routines, be a good teammate and stay consistent over a long career. Short chapters you can use right away. Foreword by Miracle on Ice goalie Jim Craig.
About this book
- Author
- Jim Afremow
- Publisher
- Rodale Books
- Published
- May 12, 2015
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 288
- ISBN-10
- 1623365627
- ISBN-13
- 978-1623365622
Book description
Even among the most elite performers, certain athletes stand out as a cut above the rest, able to outperform in clutch, game-deciding moments. These athletes prove that raw athletic ability doesn't necessarily translate to a superior on-field experience—its the mental game that matters most.
Sports participation—from the recreational to the collegiate Division I level—is at an all-time high. While the caliber of their games may differ, athletes at every level have one thing in common: the desire to excel. In The Champion's Mind, sports psychologist Jim Afremow, PhD, offers the same advice he uses with Olympians, Heisman Trophy winners, and professional athletes, including:
- How to get in a "zone," thrive on a team, and stay humble
- How to progress within a sport and sustain long-term excellence
- Customizable pre-performance routines to hit full power when the gun goes off or the puck is dropped
With hundreds of useful tips, breakthrough science, and cutting-edge workouts from the world's top trainers, The Champion's Mind will help you shape your body to ensure a longer, healthier, happier lifetime.
About the author
Jim Afremow, PhD, is a sports psychologist and licensed counselor at Arizona State University. He has worked closely with athletes at all levels, including pros from the MLB, NBA, WNBA, NFL, NHL, PGA Tour, and LPGA Tour, as well as business professionals, performing artists, and others in demanding careers. He lives in Phoenix.
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