Mental preparedness is vital to succeed as an athlete. To stay calm and remain focused on the task at hand athletes need to develop the mental strength to block out external distractions. This excellent program discusses with athletes, coaches and sports psychologists techniques that can be adopted to clear your mind and maintain concentration. We explore developing a belief system that gives you the confidence to believe you have the talent to win...

Athletes often talk about being "in the zone" and getting an adrenaline rush when competing. Sports science is now discovering exactly what occurs in an athlete's mind during a performance and how these processes can be improved. An ideal resource for senior secondary physical education viewers, this rich, insightful program includes a range of interviews with Olympic athletes, coaches and sports psychologists. We learn how athletes stay motivated,...