The Other Talent (ePub)
The Curiously Complex Role of Mental Health in Athletic Greatness and Why It's Never Too Late to Harness Your Potential
(Sprache: Englisch)
Take a deep dive into the psychology that drives legendary athletes to push themselves to the limits of human ability-elevating them from good to great.
On the playing field, natural talent isn't enough-there's a mental component that determines whether...
On the playing field, natural talent isn't enough-there's a mental component that determines whether...
Erscheint am 13.08.2024
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Take a deep dive into the psychology that drives legendary athletes to push themselves to the limits of human ability-elevating them from good to great.
On the playing field, natural talent isn't enough-there's a mental component that determines whether athletes win the race or wipe out before the finish line. But what separates standout sports stars from the rest?
In a paradigm-shifting new theory, acclaimed sportswriter Matt Fitzgerald identifies two key traits behind athletic success: strict self-regulation over thoughts and emotions and an unquenchable psychological need to pursue victory-even when it means enduring extreme mental and physical suffering.
Drawing on modern psychology, neuroscience, and performance theory, The Other Talent offers a fascinating exploration of the best athletes' winning mindset, revealing how you can tap into your own potential and strengthen your self-discipline for better emotional intelligence and sustainable performance improvements.
Readers will learn:
An eye-opening journey into sports philosophy and the competitive nature of the human mind, The Other Talent is a galvanizing resource for both amateur and elite athletes, coaches, parents, and anyone in pursuit of excellence.
On the playing field, natural talent isn't enough-there's a mental component that determines whether athletes win the race or wipe out before the finish line. But what separates standout sports stars from the rest?
In a paradigm-shifting new theory, acclaimed sportswriter Matt Fitzgerald identifies two key traits behind athletic success: strict self-regulation over thoughts and emotions and an unquenchable psychological need to pursue victory-even when it means enduring extreme mental and physical suffering.
Drawing on modern psychology, neuroscience, and performance theory, The Other Talent offers a fascinating exploration of the best athletes' winning mindset, revealing how you can tap into your own potential and strengthen your self-discipline for better emotional intelligence and sustainable performance improvements.
Readers will learn:
- Why physical talent does not guarantee athletic achievement-and how high achievers get the most out of what they have
- How mental-health challenges and deep psychological needs can empower and propel athletes to succeed
- The key differences between athletes who enjoy success early in life vs athletes who find their stride as adults
- The relatable struggles of legendary athletes-including barrier-breaking boxing champion Jack Johnson and record-breaking 63-year-old marathon runner Mariko Yugeto
An eye-opening journey into sports philosophy and the competitive nature of the human mind, The Other Talent is a galvanizing resource for both amateur and elite athletes, coaches, parents, and anyone in pursuit of excellence.
Autoren-Porträt von Matt Fitzgerald
Matt Fitzgerald is an acclaimed author of many bestselling books on the subject of sports, including Racing Weight, 80/20 Running, and How Bad Do You Want It? An experienced coach, he cofounded 80/20 Endurance, the world's most popular online provider of training resources for endurance athletes. He also created and directs Dream Run Camp, a Flagstaff, Arizona-based retreat that enables runners of all abilities to experience the elite-athlete lifestyle. In 2021, he founded the Coaches of Color Initiative, which aims to improve diversity in endurance sports through a comprehensive coaching apprenticeship program.
Bibliographische Angaben
- Autor: Matt Fitzgerald
- 2024, 272 Seiten, Englisch
- Verlag: BenBella Books
- ISBN-10: 163774546X
- ISBN-13: 9781637745465
- Erscheinungsdatum: 13.08.2024
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