Month: May 2013

4 Essential Components of a Mental Training Program for Sport

Posted on by Jill

Creating a Mental Training Program for sport is just as essential as a Physical Training Program.

A Successful Mental Training Program will include:

1. Learning to create the right level of  “up energy” a good balance between tension and relaxation.

2. Harnessing the power of your inner voice so that it encourages and supports you rather than talking you down.

3. A structured Mental Rehearsal program to reinforce patterns for your body through your mind.

4. Eliminating Mental Roadblocks that prevent your from excelling in Competition.

Incorporating these four components can take your performance from average to elite!

5 Ways to Improve Your Communication and Reduce Stress

Posted on by Jill

Misunderstandings create additional stress when the person you are trying to communicate with does not get what you are saying.  You can improve your odds of being understood by following these 5 tips.

1.  Be clear in your own mind what you are wanting to accomplish.

2. Be calm when you present your point of view.

3. Use straightforward language that clearly explains what you mean.

4. Give your message without worrying about how they are going to react, it is not your responsibility.

5. Repeat your message again and clarify that they have understood it as you intended.