Your Mindset and Match Conditions Many conditions are not optimal when playing tennis, such as bright sun, excessive heat, swirling winds, high humidity, slippery courts, and poor lighting. Sometimes, players have a predetermined notion they will not win, “I never play my best when the temperature is above
What is the Difference Between a Dream and a Goal? Most tennis players have inspiring dreams of playing in college, competing on the pro circuit, or even playing in a major tournament such as Wimbledon or the US Open. Your dreams may initially spark your passion, but dreams
Control within Matches Can you control winning? That may seem an odd question to ask a tennis player. Some tennis players would answer yes, pointing to the fact that they train hard, are motivated and determined, and put in the extra preparation away from the court. All facets
In this episode, Dr. Cohn answers a question from a reader about why tennis players can hit the ball well in practice but not their matches. And do the yips exist in tennis? Here’s the question of the week. SHERRY: “How can I overcome the yips on my forehand
Many tennis players play well in practice but cannot transfer their strokes to match play. Some players think they have the yips. They start to short stoke it or play safely leading to tense strokes… In this video, you’ll learn how to hit out on the ball instead
Is the fear of success a reality for tennis players? Yes, tennis players can have fear of success. But doesn’t everyone want success playing the game? We constantly hear about the fear of failure and how losing affects confidence. Tennis players who fear failure experience high anxiety during