In this episode, Dr. Cohn answers a question from a reader about how to not let important points derail your mindset for the match?. Here’s the question of the week: HENRY: Most times when I lose a critical point, I Iose all rhythm and feel for the ball. I
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How to Manage your Emotions During a Tennis Match Tennis is a game of emotion. Therefore, it is not enough to be skilled physically. To perform at your peak, you must be proficient in the mental skill of emotional control. Emotional control doesn’t mean being unemotional while you
Do you see criticism as negative? Feedback is necessary to help tennis players improve their skills and performance. Without feedback, progress will be slow. To grow as an athlete, it is essential to determine which messages or critiques are beneficial and which criticisms are unproductive. Too often, the
Learn How to Manage Your Nervous Before a Match How far in advance of a tennis match do you start experiencing nerves? Do your nerves start as soon as you step onto the court to warm-up? Maybe, you become nervous when you arrive at the competition site? For
Feel Confident When Nervous During a Match Many strategies build confidence leading up to matches, such as preparation, visualization, success journals, etc. Many tennis players also know in-game strategies (positive self-talk, cue words, focusing on positive points, etc.) to guard their confidence level. Although for some players, anxiety