All coaches want to know the magic formula for picking players who will develop into future stars - whether it's NFL teams or baseball managers this summer. 

This week I…

This week i discuss both problem and emotion-based coping and examples of when each should be used when athletes are "stressed out."  Check out this week's…

Many sports teams engage in team bonding rituals, but at what point do these activities cross the line and result in dangerous hazing?  This week I explore this question, as well as provide tips for coaches to help…

Sports uniforms continue to become more revealing and streamlined, causing a lot of anxiety for athletes playing in sports like volleyball, gymnastics, and even cheer-leading. …

Too often we falsely assume that great athletes are great because of luck, timing, or genetics -- when it fact greatness largely comes about from sheer work and determination, and a willingness to do the things others are not willing to do. …

While most athletes train for physical development, mental toughness is needed for the perfect mind-body synchrony that leads to athletic success.  Read…

Many athletes engage in superstitious behaviors, but have you ever wondered if these odd behaviors actually work?  This week I explain the science behind sports superstitions.…

How athletes frame and respond to stress makes all the difference - read more here.…

Perfectionism is often revered in our culture and can be a good thing in small, healthy doses.   All too often though, we see athletes who aim to do everything flawlessly and are not happy unless they play the game perfectly.

Traits of perfectionism often include being overly critical in…

Having worked with thousands of athletes I know being injured is one of an athletes’ biggest fears.

Coming back from an injury can be an extremely stressful, but it does not have to be! Let me tell you a story of how our training can help athletes bounce back from an…

The Mental Toughness Guide to Athletic Success is my latest e-book designed to help athletes reach their full athletic potential!  The book can be downloaded on the iphone or ipad, and is full of…

The LA Lakers were supposed to be one of the best teams in the NBA, but are currently sitting 1-3 and look anything but world beaters.  Team chemistry is a big part of sport success, and this week…

One of the biggest problems for athletes is trying to be too perfect, which actually increases anxiety more than anything.  This week I talk about a better pursuit for athletes -- the pursuit of excellence. …

Almost every athlete wants his or her unique sports number, but did you know that the numbers kids choose can actually help create an athletic identity that helps with confidence, focus, and resiliency?  Check out today's blog on…

As a coach you probably already know that helping an athlete "between the ears" after an injury is often the bigger battle when compared to the physical pain he or she might have originally experienced.  This week …

There are many things athletes can do to improve their athletic talent, but today's tip is as big of a tip as they might need in order to maximize their confidence, while at the same time minimizing their anxiety. …

Communication is a powerful tool that is essential for coaches in order to help their team reach its full potential.  Unfortunately, coaches who regularly use the word "don't" actually hinder their growth as a team --…

We have all seen it before - the athlete who is great in practice but struggles with anxiety in games.  This week I offer 3 key tips to help athletes improve mental toughness, reduce choking, and ultimately reach their full athletic…

It's that time of year again, arguably the most exciting time for interscholastic sports!  Of course, football usually gets the biggest headlines, but there are thousands of kids across the country competing in equally important (and fun) sports like soccer, cross country, golf, and tennis to…

It's that time of year again, and soon 2-a-days will be underway -- make sure the kids you coach and parent are fully prepared to make this their best football season yet!  The…