When Sir Roger Bannister broke the four-minute mile in 1954, it was considered the limit of human performance.
At present, more than 20 U.S. runners break that same barrier every year (Stulberg & Magness, 2017). Performance gains have been found in both physical and mental training.
Whether competing with elite athletes or as an amateur, hanging in and being calm under pressure, remaining focused, and maintaining self-belief are all vital aspects needed to push personal limits (Sheard, 2013).
This article explores sports psychologists’ techniques and tips that can help improve athletes’ game, overcome the obstacles they face, and deliver consistently high performances.
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Typically, sports psychologists’ activities fall into three major categories, each with its specific skills (Moran, 2012):
The following coaching skills are crucial to be effective in an applied role, coaching individuals or teams of athletes:
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