Tennis Talk Psych Yourself In To Win

Explains how to combine mental techniques and psychological strategies with physical efforts to improve one's game of tennis

"The game with yourself is often tougher than the battle againstany opponent. Smart Tennis shows you how to win the inner matchwhile having fun along the way."--Lindsay Davenport, world's #1ranked player for 1998 Become a More Competent-and Confident-Tennis Player Smart Tennis is the secret weapon that tucks right into your tennisbag. Apply these proven principles of sport psychology to your gameand gain a winning advantage both on and off the courts. "Smart Tennis is a must for players at all levels-from beginners toWimbledon champions! An outstanding book for understanding andimproving your mental game."--Vic Braden, tennis telecaster andresearcher "If you ever want to use the title of this book to describe how youplayed your last match, then Smart Tennis is for you."--DavidHigdon, senior writer,Tennis Magazine "This is an excellent book of psychological skills that can beimmediately applied on the tennis court."--E. Paul Roetert, Ph.D.,Administration of Sports Science, United States Tennis Association

The timeless guide to achieving the state of “relaxed concentration” that’s not only the key to peak performance in tennis but the secret to success in life itself—part of the bestselling Inner Game series, with more than one million copies sold! “Groundbreaking . . . the best guide to getting out of your own way . . . Its profound advice applies to many other parts of life.”—Bill Gates, GatesNotes (“Five of My All-Time Favorite Books”) This phenomenally successful guide to mastering the game from the inside out has become a touchstone for hundreds of thousands of people. Billie Jean King has called the book her tennis bible; Al Gore has used it to focus his campaign staff; and Itzhak Perlman has recommended it to young violinists. Based on W. Timothy Gallwey’s profound realization that the key to success doesn’t lie in holding the racket just right, or positioning the feet perfectly, but rather in keeping the mind uncluttered, this transformative book gives you the tools to unlock the potential that you’ve possessed all along. “The Inner Game” is the one played within the mind of the player, against the hurdles of self-doubt, nervousness, and lapses in concentration. Gallwey shows us how to overcome these obstacles by trusting the intuitive wisdom of our bodies and achieving a state of “relaxed concentration.” With chapters devoted to trusting the self and changing habits, it is no surprise then, that Gallwey’s method has had an impact far beyond the confines of the tennis court. Whether you want to play music, write a novel, get ahead at work, or simply unwind after a stressful day, Gallwey shows you how to tap into your utmost potential. No matter your goals, The Inner Game of Tennis gives you the definitive framework for long-term success.

The tennis classic from Olympic gold medalist and ESPN analyst Brad Gilbert, now featuring a new introduction with tips drawn from the strategies of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Andy Murray, and more, to help you outthink and outplay your toughest opponents. A former Olympic medalist and now one of ESPN’s most respected analysts, Brad Gilbert shares his timeless tricks and tips, including “some real gems” (Tennis magazine) to help both recreational and professional players improve their game. In the new introduction to this third edition, Gilbert uses his inside access to analyze current stars such as Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal, showing readers how to beat better players without playing better tennis. Written with clarity and wit, this classic combat manual for the tennis court has become the bible of tennis instruction books for countless players worldwide.

Tennis is what I do, I coach high performance and top nationally ranked tennis players. I find more and more that the key for success in all levels of play is in the mind of a player. That is often neglected! As a player, I considered myself a nightmare for my opponents as I would naturally use all the tools I had to reach the goals I set to myself. Now as a coach, I put in this book all the tools I used as a player and also learned as a coach. This is a great tool and knowledge not only useful for tennis but for all sports and life in general.

Discover the winning secrets of top professional tennis players... and finally do some winning yourself! Have you just started learning how to play tennis? Worried about looking like a fool on the court, barely able to win a single point? Would you like to improve your game to the point where you can not only win a game or set, but eventually defeat your more experienced opponents as well? While you need to master the technical aspects of the game, like grip, strokes, serves, and footwork, you will need to develop this one crucial skill as well - mental toughness. Tennis is a mind game first and foremost. You win a match not just on the court, but also in the mind. If you've watched tennis at the professional level, you've probably seen players with superior abilities lose to their less qualified opponents or reach match point only to choke and lose badly. During these critical times, it's no longer a question of physical skills - it's a matter of mindset. And your mindset will be the difference between winning and losing when it comes to crunch time. If you're serious about improving your game and being able to play toe-to-toe against seasoned players, here's the perfect solution for you. This handbook for new tennis players will provide you with all the knowledge you need to not just play the game... but excel in it. Inside you'll find useful and practical advice on both the physical and the mental aspects of this beautiful sport. In Tennis Psychology for Adult Beginners, you will discover: How to cultivate a winning mindset that will get you through the toughest opponents and the most difficult matches Your biggest edge as a player that makes the difference between winning and losing your matches 9 unwritten tennis rules you need to know about before you play a single point Key characteristics that matter more than talent in becoming the best tennis player you can be How to stop doubts, worries, and fears from distracting you from playing your best Effective strategies to use against the different types of tennis players - and beat them at their own game Gear and equipment recommendations that will maximize your performance and increase your chances of winning Workout routines that will prepare your body to move well, hit hard, and serve accurately And much more. While you can't become Roger Federer or Serena Williams right away, you can get valuable tips from their games to apply to your own. Even if you've never picked up a racquet in your life, and you're not the athletic type, you can develop the skills and traits needed to hold your own against (and even defeat) players with more experience and talent than you. Everyone has to begin somewhere, even the greatest tennis players in the world. Get off to a promising start with tennis by getting your hands on this instructive and illuminating guide for beginners. If you want to get an unfair advantage when playing against advanced players, even if you're new to the game, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.