Sport Psychology for coaches: What it is and how to USE it
It is important for coaches to develop a strong team culture to enhance the dynamics within a team. This helps ensure that all athletes are on the same page and are heading in the same direction. Attached is another great Continue reading Team Culture
Although this TED talk is not specific to sport, the ideas that Dr. Amy Cuddy present are very interesting and transferable to the sport setting. VISUALIZE THIS: An opponent walks on to the court before a big match with his/her head down Continue reading Body Language
Even though this article is directed at the Montreal Canadiens, Gordon Bloom, Director of McGill’s Sport Psychology Lab, does an excellent job at discussing the value of hard work and self-reflection in a team environment. Follow the link for a quick and Continue reading The Value of Self-Reflection
Another interesting article from the sports coach UK. The following research summary discusses coach tone and the coach-athlete relationship. The article is research-based and was conducted with Canadian athletes. -Share your perspective with other coaches on the Community Forum. http://www.joomag.com/magazine/research-summaries-research-summary-25-intervention-tone-and-coach/0926788001450451013?short
Injuries are part of sport at any level. As a coach, it is difficult to know how to best support your athlete when he/she is dealing with an injury. The research summary provided discusses specific strategies for coaches to help Continue reading Coping with an Injury
The coach-athlete relationship is an important factor affecting sport performance. Research focuses primarily on coach behaviours and how those behaviours impact an athlete’s performance and confidence. The following link is an evidence-based article that offers some tips and techniques for coaches of all Continue reading The Coach-Athlete Relationship
Novak Djokovic discusses coping with pressure after winning the United States Open amid a partisan crowd that was rooting for Roger Federer. http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/09/15/sports/tennis/novak-djokovics-winning-strategy-mind-over-chatter.html?smid=tw-share&_r=2&referer=http://t.co/5X1sVrI1M1
Chris Hoy is a six-time Olympic track cycling gold medalist. In the following video, he discusses his personal experience with sport psychology and how it enhanced his preparation when going for gold. http://www.open.edu/openlearn/health-sports-psychology/health/sport-and-fitness/sport/chris-hoys-experiences-using-sport-psychology
A short and thought provoking read. Although this research summary is centered on gymnasts, the strategies are applicable to any sport and athletes at any level. Coaches can tailor the strategies accordingly. http://www.joomag.com/magazine/research-summaries-research-summary-17-self-compassion-in-coaching/0187658001443620414?short Resource from: Sports Coach UK, Research Summary 17
In this 12 minute video, Dr. Martin Hagger (Curtin University) provides an overview of some techniques that elite athletes use to mentally prepare for their sport. Hagger also provides techniques that can be used by both athletes and coaches to optimize performance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yG7v4y_xwzQ