Description: Sports participation--from the recreational to the collegiate Division I level--is at an all-time high. While the caliber of their game may differ, athletes at every level have one thing in common: they want to excel. In The Champion's Mind, sports psychologist Jim Afremow, PhD, LPC, now offers the same advice he uses with Olympians, Heisman Trophy winners, and professional athletes, including tips and techniques based on high-performance psychology research, such as how to get in a "zone," thrive on a team, and stay humble; how to progress within a sport and sustain excellence long-term, and customizable pre-performance routines to hit full power when the gun goes off or the puck is dropped.
The Champion's Mind distills actionable advice into clear and concise steps for athletes looking to find confidence, concentration, and mental preparedness--the mental edge that sets champions apart.Brief description: Jim Afremow, PhD, LPC, is a sports psychologist and licensed counselor. From 2004 to 2013, he served as a senior staff member with Counseling Services and Sports Medicine at Arizona State University. He has worked closely with athletes at all levels, including pros from the MLB, NBA, WNBA, NFL, NHL, PGA Tour, and LPGA Tour as well as business professionals, performing artists, and others in demanding careers. He is a member of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP), the American Counseling Association (ACA), and the Arizona Psychoanalytic Society (APS). He has been published in top journals and peer reviewed publications, including the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology and Olympic Coach Magazine. Jim lives in Phoenix, Arizona, with his family.
Review Quotes: The Champion's Mind is loaded with great lessons, advice, and perspectives on how to be successful.--Dan Jansen "Dan Jansen"