Description
| Product ID: | 9781119855996 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | US |
| Title: | Sports Psychology For Dummies 2nd Edition |
| Authors: | Author: LH Smith |
| Page Count: | 368 |
| Subjects: | Sports psychology, Sports psychology |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Get your head in the game with this hands-on guide to the psychology of sport There's more to getting into the right headspace for the big game or event than trying to think like a winner. Modern sports psychologists emphasize advanced strategies like biofeedback and neurofeedback, while encouraging the use of mindfulness and other mental health techniques. In Sports Psychology For Dummies, 2nd Edition, a team of athletic performance experts and psychologists walks you through the mental side of intense competition and training. From the importance of focus to the tactics designed to restore and improve confidence after a loss, you'll explore ideas such as goal setting, self-perception, and self-talk. This book also covers: Personalized plans for athletic successReal-life examples of sports psychology changing the athletic experience in different sportsThe wide variety of careers available in the field of sports psychology and how to get started in them Ideal for athletes, parents of student athletes, and coaches looking for ways to improve performance both on and off the field, Sports Psychology For Dummies is also the perfect resource for anyone interested in a career in this rapidly growing and evolving field. |
| Imprint Name: | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Publisher Name: | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2022-02-15 |