If the zone is that simple, why can’t athletes achieve this mindset every time they hit the court or step on the diamond? Many of the top athletes do. But some athletes are blocked from getting into the zone because they are overtaken by massive distractions such as fear of failure and worry. How do the top athletes harness the power of the zone?
Top athletes know what thoughts trigger a mindset to access the zone. The tennis player joins her mind with the ball and court. The golfer becomes one with the club and the ball. When your mind connects fully with achieving a goal, such as serving an ace, your mind is riveted to the thoughts and images that help you execute with precision.
Check out The Focused Athlete program for more strategies to focus your best in competition.