Focused for Rugby

by Nicholls, Adam R.; Callard, Jon

• ISBN13: 9781450402125
• ISBN10: 1450402127
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-03-13
• Publisher: Human Kinetics

Summary

To be a complete rugby player, you must master both the physical and mental skills of the game. You must be prepared, committed and determined to succeed. You must be focused Focused for Rugby. Authors Dr. Adam Nicholls and Jon Callard, former England International player and professional coach, pool their years of experience and offer a mental training programme designed to maximise performance on the rugby field. You'll learn instantly applicable strategies for coping with stress, building confidence, managing emotions, and leading a team. You'll even go inside the zone so you can be at your best in even the most pressure-filled situations. Focused for Rugbyis more than a psychology text; it is a training programme that will sharpen mental skills and unleash your full potential. Expert advice and step-by-step techniques will transfer directly to your game. Focused for Rugbyis your complete guide to becoming a complete player.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. vii
Introduction	p. ix
Goal Setting	p. 1
Performance Profiling	p. 13
Preparing for Peak Performance	p. 29
Developing Mental Toughness	p. 43
Coping Effectively With Stress	p. 53
Using Mental Imagery	p. 69
Building Confidence	p. 87
Avoiding Choking	p. 97
Getting in the Zone	p. 109
Managing Anger	p. 121
Responding to Injury and Undergoing Rehabilitation	p. 135
Using Progressive Muscular Relaxation	p. 153
Overtraining and Underperforming	p. 159
Improving the Coach-Athlete Relationship	p. 169
Leading Effectively	p. 181
References	p. 193
About the Authors	p. 198
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