Demystifying Mental Toughness 282 How To Help An Emotional Tennis Player Perform Better
May 16, 2025
This discussion revolves around the emotional hurdles faced by a young tennis player struggling with anger and frustration on the court. Insightful techniques like breathing exercises and visualizations are suggested to help her regain focus and composure after mistakes. The hosts emphasize the importance of emotional regulation and practicing mindfulness to enhance both performance and enjoyment. The conversation highlights how managing emotions can be a vital player in consistent improvement and success in sports.
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Use Breathing to Regulate Emotions
- Help the player accept mistakes as natural and shift focus to the present moment to stay focused in the game.
- Use breathing techniques like diaphragmatic breathing to regulate emotions and regain composure during play.
Practice Breathing Like a Sport Skill
- Consistent practice of breathing techniques builds effectiveness and must be treated like learning any sport skill.
- Viewing breathing as a life skill improves performance and emotional control over time.
Use Mistake Visualization to Practice Recovery
- Use visualization by imagining making mistakes to evoke emotions, then practice breathing to calm down.
- This helps habituate emotional recovery and brings focus back to the present moment effectively.