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Rick Ankiel's Yips
- Pitcher Rick Ankiel lost his ability to throw accurately in a 2000 playoff game, a condition known as the "yips".
- Despite medical attention and attempts to manage his anxiety, he never fully regained his pitching control.
Yips: A Mind-Body Phenomenon
- The yips affect athletes in various sports, often manifesting as involuntary muscle contractions, particularly in high-precision movements.
- While focal dystonia is a common physical cause, psychological factors like anxiety can exacerbate the condition, highlighting the mind-body connection.
John Green's Tennis Yips
- John Green experiences the yips in tennis, specifically on forehand shots when keeping score.
- His workaround involves looking away from the ball during his swing.