A performance cue is a thought, feeling, and/or piece of information athletes have in mind to help perform a skill. Defining performance cues for your sport and specific position is essential for your athletes concentration. You should also know the cues that are not important to your performance. I
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tips for coaches
Coping with Distractions
Why do athletes with strong powers of concentration become distracted? First, no one is perfect. Even the best athletes in the world become distracted at times. Second, distractions or disruptions to the flow of play are a natural part of many sports. Concentration or focus is the ability to fully
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Define What’s Important to Performance
More and more I see athlete who struggle with social approval - they worry about what others think about their performance. As a coach, you want to be aware of this challenge for athletes. Some athletes will lose confidence when others give them negative comments.
You can define what your players
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