Getting in the Right Mindset for Competing What is the optimal mindset for competing against highly ranked opponents? The trap some tennis players fall into is altering their mental approach depending upon their opponent. When these players face lower-ranked opponents, they focus on their own strengths and game
Do you play your best tennis against your rivals? Some tennis players thrive on the thrill of facing their rivals. The challenge ignites a fire within them, and they become a force to be reckoned with on the court. These players play with fierce determination, fighting for every
Mental Toughness Can Help You Recover When Losing Do you give up in matches when you believe you can’t win? At what point do you give in when you are losing during a match? The previous questions may sound odd. It’s not like you would walk off the
In this episode, Dr. Cohn answers a question from a reader about his son who protects his lead in the match. Here’s the question of the week: PETER: My son played a semifinal match and he was ahead 6-2 5-2 and playing amazingly. Then according to him, he started
Does your Focus Change Depending on the Score? Top tennis players focus on one point at a time. They understand the importance of battling for each point separately instead of focusing on the entirety of a game or set. However, many players, even professional players, change their focus
Do you have Difficulty Switching the Momentum? After you lose a few consecutive games or drop your serve, regaining your composure and focus can be challenging. A player from our Mental Game of Tennis Survey asked the following question about refocusing: “I seem to lose my focus after