Sports Psychology

This book is designed to advance both theory and practice in the psychological preparation of high-level sports performers. The authors integrate the relevant qualitative and quantitative research literatures with practical knowledge gained via their own...

THE RUNNING AWARDS - BEST CHRISTMAS BOOK 'an inspiring collection of stories about runners who have run through unimaginable adversity to find perspective, resolution and ultimately peace, within themselves and with the universe.' - Dean Karnazes ...

From 50 yards and in, no golfer in history has demonstrated more talent, flair, creativity and precision, or generated more raw excitement, than Phil Mickelson. His ability with the sand wedge and putter are legendary not only among fans but his peers as...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780399534270Author Michael LardonFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint Penguin Putnam IncPublisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 175gDimensions(mm) 210mm...

A unique and groundbreaking analysis of how to succeed in equestrian sport, this book unpacks the winning habits of successful equestrians to form a toolkit for readers to develop their own winning habits. Applying psychological understanding in peak...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781592409068Author James SieckmannFormat HardbackPage Count 192Imprint Gotham BooksPublisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 444g

'I really recommend this, it's a cracker. A top read and a great tool to use to improve and enlighten. It doesn't matter who you are - you will all get something out of this. Lovely stuff.' Ben Ryan, Olympic gold-medal-winning coach and author of Sevens...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780553417913Author Michael LardonFormat HardbackPage Count 224Imprint Crown Publishing Group, Division of Random House IncPublisher Random House USA...

The Psychology of Golf Performance under Pressure offers contemporary, research-informed information regarding the key psychological factors affecting golf development and performance under pressure. Through the authors' substantive expertise - all of...

'A must-read for anyone looking to improve performance and add richer meaning to the sport, activity and art of running.' Dean Karnazes, ultra-marathoner and New York Times bestselling author Discover how mindfulness can enhance your running and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781619617278Author Ben BergeronFormat HardbackPage Count 202Imprint Ben Bergeron, LLCPublisher Ben Bergeron, LLCWeight(grams) 386gDimensions(mm) 218mm *...

Conor McGregor's trainer tells the amazing story of his long road to success in the world's fastest-growing sportGrowing up in Dublin, John Kavanagh was a skinny lad who was frequently bullied. As a young man, after suffering a bad beating when he...

Perform to your potential with proven mental training techniques! Achieving Excellence: Mastering the Mindset for Peak Performance in Sport and Life offers a variety of peak performance strategies to help athletes, coaches, and performers of all kinds...

NOMINATED FOR THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2022 'Superbly insightful' - FourFourTwo 'Hugely enjoyable.' - Henry Winter, Chief Football writer, The Times 'A brilliant read.' - Jamie Carragher ------ Complex, overlooked and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781641522410Author Cyndie SpiegelFormat PaperbackPage Count 266Imprint Althea PressPublisher Althea PressWeight(grams) 408gDimensions(mm) 165mm * 165mm *...

No Meat Athlete is the plant-based guide you need to perform at your very best, no matter where you are on your fitness journey. Combining proven training plans, easy yet innovative recipes, and motivational stories into a unique fitness guide,...

Did you know there is an area of your brain known as the 'Lizard Brain' that thinks only about the immediate moment and your means of survival? Yes, in certain circumstances, your 'Rational Brain' can effectively 'shut down' and you are at the mercy of a...

'Bill offers you an opportunity to grow your mind and think like a champion. I recommend it to you!' Adam Peaty******We all love stories. They make us feel, help us connect, relate to one another, and make sense of our lives. Bill Beswick is a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780544947221Author Anders EricssonFormat PaperbackPage Count 336Imprint Eamon Dolan/Mariner BooksPublisher Eamon Dolan/Mariner BooksWeight(grams) 272g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Reviews"A must-read for students and trainees interested in pursuing a career in sport and exercise psychology, as well as their lecturers and supervisors. This book provides a...

The Washington Post sportswriter and New York Times bestselling author of the "fascinating" (The Wall Street Journal) The Real All Americans presents a love letter to the extraordinary coaches and athletes she has covered over the years and the...

BGE Irish Sports Book of the Year and eir Sports Book of the Year In The Choice Dubs star Philly McMahon shares the deeply personal story of his brother, John, a heroin addict who died at the age of 31. Structured as a series of choices - in sport, in...

Get your head in the game with this hands-on guide to the psychology of sport There's more to getting into the right headspace for the big game or event than trying to think like a winner. Modern sports psychologists emphasize advanced strategies like...

I dont have time to run. The run will hurt or make me tired. I am too busy to run today. If youre always looking for any excuse to not go running, or put off starting a running regime, this book is for you! Athletes and people who just want to stay fit...

Being mentored by Chrissie Wellington would be a dream for any triathlete. In To The Finish Line Chrissie presents her distilled wisdom, hard-won over the course of her extraordinary career, to give all triathletes the chance to learn from the very best...

'The brain is the most important muscle for climbing.' - Wolfgang GullichMastermind by climbing legend Jerry Moffatt is a guide to mental training for climbers. Drawing on his own personal experiences from an international climbing career spanning three...

'Our incredible story under a supreme manager shared in all its glory.' Jordan Henderson The definitive account of Jurgen Klopp's astonishing revival of Liverpool Football Club FULLY UPDATED...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780615913544Author DC GonzalezFormat PaperbackPage Count 162Imprint Gonzolane MediaPublisher Gonzolane MediaWeight(grams) 227gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm *...

Greg Whyte learnt from an early age that the biggest obstacle in life was people telling him 'No, you can't'. But we all have the ability to achieve what others may tell you is impossible. Don't listen to them. Success is not a chance event. With proper...

It's a tennis story. It's a family story. It's a teamwork story. It's the story of how I got to where and who I am today. I'm only in my mid-twenties, and some might think that's young to write a memoir. But it's important to reflect on every...

Eye-opening contributions from the stars of game make this a powerful, groundbreaking investigation into the mind of the professional golfer. The perfect gift for Father's Day.* SHORTLISTED FOR THE TELEGRAPH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS *Professional golf is the...

THE UK BESTSELLER'If I can go from obesity to the Olympics in four years, and then become a professional boxer, then anything is possible in your life.' Lawrence OkolieDREAM BIG. FOCUS. CHANGE YOUR LIFE.Lawrence shares 40 short life lessons and explains...

"Insightful, thoughtful, and altogether wonderful." DANIEL COYLE, New York Times bestselling author of THE TALENT CODE"This book is a must read." EDDIE JONES, Head Coach, England Rugby"An engrossing guidebook for youth athletes, parents, coaches and...

What makes a great sport psychologist? Is there an ideal style or approach? What do you need to consider when working with a client? In this practical guide, Richard Keegan presents a user-friendly model of the sport psychologist's consulting...

From polar explorers and politicians to CEOs and sports coaches, we are fascinated with the makeup of leaders. How do they thrive under pressure and inspire others to do the same? How do they establish a culture of long-term success?Performance...

In 1985 Mike Brearley published The Art of Captaincy, revealing how he steered Middlesex and England to victory with his team of first-class cricketers. He got the absolute best out of his players, inspiring Ian Botham to new heights against the...

There is a looming existential crisis for competitive sport. We are witnessing a waning trust in the integrity of sport at all levels that stems from the win-at-all-costs culture that has become so pervasive, worldwide. Doping, fraud, corruption and...

Sports Psychology is a popular area that has grown dramatically over the past few decades due to an increasing emphasis on the importance of psychology for athletic performance, engagement in exercise and in the business and industry of sport. This text...

Discover the Benefits of Exercise as Meditation"Let me say it simply. Someone should have written this book a long time ago." -Shinzen Young, meditation teacher, neuroscience research consultant, founder of Unified Mindfulness, author of Meditation in...

'An onslaught of positivity from start to finish . . . Plenty [of people] will find something in it to help them along' Irish TimesAs an All-Ireland winning footballer and a successful motivational coach and businessman, Enda McNulty has an intimate...