How to Stay Mentally Tough in Football Most athletes pay no attention to purposefully training their minds. Instead, these athletes leave their mental response to chance. You want to consistently train your brain by sending yourself positive messages. If you are not actively training your brain, you passively train your brain. That is, whatever messages … Read More
Playing as Simple as Possible What does “being a student” of the game mean? How does that mindset enhance athletic performance? Being a student of the game is more than just preparing. It’s going the extra mile, studying the action on the field, objectively evaluating your performance, tending to your mental skills, and looking for … Read More
Maintain the Level of Your Confidence What effects do game-ending mistakes have on your confidence? For most young athletes, losing is difficult, but making a costly mistake late in a game can hurt their confidence, especially if it leads to a loss. For example, a QB may become frustrated after throw a pick 6, which … Read More
Being Accountable for Your Choices What is the best strategy to improve your game or play at a high level consistently? Lifting your game higher requires you to hold yourself accountable for your choices and actions. When you take personal responsibility for your performance, you gain a sense of control over your career. You put … Read More
Maintaining Composure Under Pressure “Why do I always choke under pressure?” Have you had similar thoughts during your career or a game? Fear of choking causes choking. For example, when you worry about choking, you put more pressure on yourself to make big plays. When the game is on the line, pressure increases further, making … Read More
Athlete Who Focus on Statistics vs. Team Goals How important are personal statistics when you play a football game? Do you focus primarily on personal statistics (outcomes goals), or do you focus on your assignment on the field during the current play (process goals)? Your mindset or how you approach a game is as vital … Read More