The Parents Manual Of Sport Psychology

Author : James I. Millhouse, Ph.d.
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781494285128
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Parents Manual of Sport Psychology written by James I. Millhouse, Ph.d. and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-08-18 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Millhouse is a leading clinical sport psychologist with over 25 years of success helping athletes at all levels achieve their athletic potential. He has provided an easy to understand, step by step guide for parents to help their child learn the mental skills used by his students to avoid costly mistakes and win numerous NCAA, Olympic and World titles.

Author : Eric Margenau
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317855191
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sports Without Pressure written by Eric Margenau and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-05-12 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1990. This book offers important guidelines to help parents and coaches make the right decisions for children by laying out a program of athletic activity and parental involvement through the age of 11. Margenau exposes the myths that parents use to justify pressuring their kids too early in life.

Author : Leif H. Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470677821
Total Pages : 363 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sports Psychology For Dummies written by Leif H. Smith and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-08-16 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acquiring the winning edge in sports-the mental edge Mental conditioning is now seen by many to be as critical to sports success as physical conditioning. And for parents eager to ensure their children have a winning edge-as well as a future college scholarship-nothing could be more critical to success. This book offers readers a comprehensive program to gain that winning edge, providing training tips and techniques along with helpful advice to keep in mind while competing. With practical advice on how to strengthen concentration (and when you shouldn't concentrate), talk yourself into winning, and develop routines that will lead to consistent improvement, the book's full personalized program will help any athlete gain over time the winning edge in any sport With tips on how to regulate your energy to avoid exhaustion; and how to enhance your team's chemistry through sports psychology Loaded with real-world examples from amateur and professional sports of all kinds Applicable to not only sports-but business as well-Sports Psychology For Dummies will enhance any competitor's motivation, focus, and will to win, when facing life's toughest challenges.

Author : Greg Dale
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780975576410
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 101 Teambuilding Activities written by Greg Dale and published by . This book was released on 2004-09-30 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The activities provided in this book are practical and have been used successfully with a variety of athletic and corporate teams at every level. This book will provide you with a wide variety of fun, meaningful and applicable activities that will enhance teamwork, communication, trust and overall team environment.

Author : Camilla J. Knight
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134820283
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sport Psychology for Young Athletes written by Camilla J. Knight and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-10-02 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding and applying psychology within youth sport settings is key to maximising young athletes’ enjoyment, wellbeing, and sporting performance. Written by a team of leading international researcher-practitioners, this book is the first to offer an evidence-based introduction to the theory and practice of sport psychology for children and young athletes. It provides practical strategies and guidance for those working in or researching youth sport, demonstrating how to integrate sport psychology effectively in a variety of youth sport contexts. With real-life case studies that demonstrate psychological theory put into practice, it discusses a wide spectrum of issues faced by young athletes and recommends the best approaches to addressing them. Key topics covered include: the cognitive, social, and physical development of young athletes optimising fun, motivation, and self-confidence enhancing young athletes’ relationships with coaches, parents, and peers managing stress, injuries, and transitions effectively developing talent and long-term engagement in sport encouraging organisational culture change. The most up-to-date and authoritative guide to sport psychology for young people, this is essential reading for anyone working in youth sport.

Author : Joel Fish
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 0743233115
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 101 Ways to Be a Terrific Sports Parent written by Joel Fish and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-11-01 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The determining factor in whether a child between the ages of six and seventeen enjoys athletics is his or her parents -- not the sport, coach, or team. Yet, parents are often unaware of how their behavior and expectations impact their child's experience. In 101 Ways to Be a Terrific Sports Parent, Dr. Joel Fish, a sport psychologist who is also the dad of three young athletes, shares both his clinical expertise and practical experience to help parents develop a deeper understanding of the many issues that surround the young athlete. For athletes of all skill levels, from Little League to high school, Dr. Fish discusses how to: •Help your child reach his or her full athletic potential •Develop strategies to deal with competitive pressure •Know if you're too involved or not involved enough •Interact successfully with your child's coach, and more With insights into the different developmental and self-esteem issues facing girls and boys, information on parenting a superstar athlete, and special tips for single parents, 101 Ways to Be a Terrific Sports Parent will help any parent make sports a memorable and happy experience for their child.

Author : Christopher E. Stankovich
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780971108806
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Parent's Playbook written by Christopher E. Stankovich and published by . This book was released on 2002-06 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finally, a comprehensive and interactive manual designed to address nearly every critical issue faced by parents with children involved in sports. Respected sport psychologists Christopher Stankovich and Todd Kays give parents and coaches the tools they need to create a fun and enriching sporting environment, develop essential communications skills, and help their children achieve peak-performance in both sports and life.

Author : Joaquin Dosil
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470863579
Total Pages : 732 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Sport Psychologist's Handbook written by Joaquin Dosil and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006-02-22 with total page 732 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical handbook for sports psychologists that outlines the most effective interventions for athletes across a variety of sports. A practical manual for the growing force of sports psychologists helping today's athletes to unprecedented levels of application and success Offers specific guidance on the psychological assessment of athletes, uniquely presented in an accessible sport-by-sport format Written by an experienced practicing sports psychologist and author, who draws on his own methods and experience in the field

Author : Frank L. Smoll
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1442218215
Total Pages : 229 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Parenting Young Athletes written by Frank L. Smoll and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-08-08 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Parenting Young Athletes tells readers exactly how to enhance the well-being of their children, both on and off the athletic field/court. The latest information on child development, sport psychology, and sports medicine is translated into a practical "how-to" guide that assists parents in assuring their sons and daughters get the most out of youth sports. The authors, seasoned experts in the field, thoughtfully address a wide range of issues including: -Promoting achievement in all areas of life -Choosing the right sport program -Understanding the unique nutritional needs of young athletes -Identifying, treating, and preventing sport injuries -Helping children cope with disappointment and performance anxiety -Applying positive principles of coaching and character-building -Addressing the special concerns of high school athletes -Recognizing and preventing bullying and abuse -Growing together as a family through sports Engagingly written, Parenting Young Athletes is targeted at parents of youngsters from elementary through high school years. Geared toward parents who have relatively little athletic experience as well as those who have a strong background in sports, the book provides clear recommendations with enlightening examples and real stories of growth-promoting sport experiences. Key concepts and principles are highlighted throughout. Parenting Young Athletes explores the joys as well as the dangers of sport participation and is a must-read for parents who hope to raise champions in sports and in life.

Author : Shane Murphy
Publisher : Human Kinetics
ISBN 13 : 0736084983
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Sport Psych Handbook written by Shane Murphy and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2009-08-10 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: