Without becoming proficient in the cerebral aspects of the game, no hockey player can realize his full potential. Hockey Tough offers coaches and players tried-and-true techniques for developing the mental aspect of the game. For more than 20 years, author Saul Miller has been teaching hockey teams and individual players effective psychological training and emotional management strategies.
NHL players Mark Messier, Pavel Bure, Chris Pronger, and Markus Naslund provide advice and thoughts on a range of subjects pertaining to developing a winning mindset for the game throughout the book. These athletes provide advice on how to concentrate and score, handle personality problems both on and off the ice, and recover confidently after a poor performance.
Miller offers hockey players mental drills and tasks as one of the most well-known and in-demand sport psychology consultants in North America.
-remain focused to execute skills and tactics; -maintain the mental stamina required in this physically demanding sport; -manage their anger to avoid costly penalties in crucial game situations; -develop a winning attitude on and off the ice; -maintain the mental stamina to perform at the highest level throughout the season; -develop the discipline and tenacity to force and capitalize on opponents’ mistakes.
Miller covers a wide range of other interesting subjects, including what it takes to succeed at the highest level of competition and the qualities that scouts and coaches look for in players.
Leadership, poise, teamwork, and motivation are all necessary for a great performance. Each of these areas will be strengthened by Hockey Tough, which will also assist players in developing the mindset they need to succeed on the ice.
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