The ability to perform at a consistently high level has always been a top priority for athletes and coaches alike. Traditionally, this has led athletes to seek out new and novel ways of increasing their physical abilities. However, within the past decade or so, athletes have begun to finally realize that in order to consistently...
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June 27, 2017June 29, 2017by Dr. Patrick Young
Prioritize Success with Effective Goal-Setting: Performance Tips @Patsportsdoc
Set Goals Towards Specific Aspects One way to improve performance is by setting goals to direct your attention to specific aspects of the task you are engaged in. When setting a goal, start by identifying the long-term outcome that you want to achieve. Then, break that down into short-term process and performance goals. Outcome goals...
June 23, 2017June 23, 2017by Dr. Patrick Young
Self-Talk Your Way to Enhanced Performance: Performance Tips @Patsportsdoc
Your Inner Voice Each of us has an inner voice, a type of silent speech that accompanies virtually everything we do. This inner voice or “self-talk” as it is often referred to, is something that can be useful for us in terms of helping to build confidence, motivation, and or cue us into instrumental aspects...
June 19, 2017June 19, 2017by Dr. Patrick Young
Develop a Routine to Succeed: Performance Tips @Patsportsdoc
Pre-Performance Routines An often under-utilized, yet effective, strategy to consistently perform at a high level is the use of a standardized, pre-performance routine (AKA, a PPR). A PPR can help individuals in any domain increase attentional focus, minimize distractions, and expedite the use of automated or well-learned behaviors. These consequences are extremely beneficial to those...
June 5, 2017June 14, 2017by Dr. Patrick Young
Create a Mindset for Success: Performance Tips @Patsportsdoc
Creating a Mindset for Success When thinking about your likelihood of success, it is important to be aware of what your mindset or your perception of your own ability is. If you don’t believe you can improve or grow, whether it be in terms of your athletic, academic, or professional ability, then guess what -...