The Baseball Observer - May/ June 2016
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Don't Feel Like Training Some Days?
3 Ways To Tap Into Your Mental Muscle
Courtesy: drjohnrusin.com by Nate Palmer
Here’s What You Need To Know…
1. Much like training is to the body, imagery is to the mind. Combining the two can
create incredible results, as long you take into account several key aspects
including being realistic, controlling your thought processes and being
consistent with your mental practice.
2. Everyone uses self-talk, no matter if they think they do or not, so make it work
for you by doing it right. Speak to yourself in the affirmative, be high energy and
use personal key words that deeply mean something to you.
3. If all else fails to prepare you for an epic workout, using strategic breathing
techniques along with power movements to prime the central nervous system
are highly effective techniques. And when combined with imagery and positive
self-talk, you’ll be unstoppable.
4. The next time you feel like throwing in the towel and dogging it through a
workout, remember these tools, and give yourself the mental edge to persevere
and make gains.