The Resilient Young Athlete

Ignite your ambition with The Resilient Young Athlete, a comprehensive guide designed to help young athletes cultivate mental toughness, thrive under pressure, and master the skills that set champions apart! Are you a young athlete who gets overwhelmed when it matters most? Are you a parent or coach seeking ways to instill mental strength in your young stars? You are certainly not alone. Being in the highly competitive world of youth sports can be stressful, causing young athletes to grapple with confidence and anxiety issues, impacting performance and self-belief. But there's hope! "The Resilient Young Athlete" steps into the arena with one goal in mind: To equip you with everything it takes to develop an unbeatable mindset and unlock a world of limitless potential. Discover life-changing techniques and empowering advice to foster lasting mental resilience through: Practical steps to cultivate a positive, growth-oriented mindset A detailed guide on setting SMART goals and how to track and achieve them Training and game day techniques exhibited by world-class athletes to boost performance How to dominate stress and manage anxiety with comprehensive strategies How to handle criticism constructively and turn the tables in your favor Different types of setbacks and how to overcome them like a pro The pivotal role of failure, with strategies to help you learn and grow instead of being discouraged For parents, this book offers crucial insights and practical strategies to support your young athlete's mental game, while also encouraging open communication to help you navigating tough conversations and manage setbacks. Coaches will also find strategies to actively build mental toughness through supportive practices and resilience exercises. You'll also hear from two young athletes who have embraced the power of resilience and risen above challenges in pursuit of athletic excellence. With interviews from NCHSAA and AAU basketballer Ruben Borg, and championship winning Wrexham FC and Burnley FC youth academy goalkeeper Kai Calderbank-Park, you'll gain real-life insights into the struggles and mindset it takes to overcome adversity, stay focused, and achieve success. Recognizing that each athlete's journey is unique, this book provides a customizable toolkit of mental strategies tailored to individual needs. Written in accessible language and backed by scientific research, "The Resilient Young Athlete" reveals the secrets to unshakeable mental toughness.