Motivation: The first chapter takes a look at the dynamics of motivation, without which there is little hope for sporting success. Coaching: Selfmotivation is one thing. Creating a positive motivational environment as a coach and continuing to motivate is another. This chapter explains the best methods of approach. Tactics: Half-time can be crucial in team sports. Here is a chapter that will analyse how to conduct yourself and communicate with those around you at the interval. Nutrition: Dieting and Nutrition play a role in most athletes' lives, although sometimes it is a detrimental role. This article considers new ideas on eating, moods, and performance. Performance Assessment Attribution: Theories are critical to understanding how to assess performance. This chapter explains how to learn from success and failure. Emotional Intelligence: The term may sound like an oxymoron but it is in fact a vital branch on the sports psychology tree. In a two part chapter we explain why this is, and how endurance athletes especially can prosper from it. Imagery: This two part chapter will get to grips with the basics of imagery then take a specific look at how music and video can enhance training and performance.
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