Mindful Performance

Michael Jordan credits George Mumford with transforming his on-court leadership of the Bulls, helping Jordan lead the team to six NBA championships. Mumford also helped Kobe Bryant, Andrew Bynum, and Lamar Odom and countless other NBA players turn around their games. A widely respected public speaker and coach, Mumford is sharing his own story and the strategies that have made these athletes into stars in The Mindful Athlete: The Secret to Pure Performance.

The benefits of mindfulness for general well-being have been discussed extensively, but little has been written about how mindfulness can be applied to running. In this book, leading health and fitness journalist Mackenzie L. Havey explores how combining mindfulness with running can not only improve sporting performance but can also enhance overall health.

In one of the most optimistic audio books to come out of Washington during these trying times, Congressman Tim Ryan presents us with an inspiring and hopeful view of our country’s future - and a roadmap for how to get there. Across America, people are feeling squeezed, exhausted, and running faster and faster while falling farther behind. The economy continues to struggle, wars rage on, and every week brings news of another environmental disaster. Everything seems broken and people feel helpless.

I was hooked from the start. A terrific read of the can't-put-it-down variety! - Andy Clayton, Daily News A modern day Hoosiers where reality trumps what even the most talented writer could dream up. - Andrés Alvarez, Box Score Geeks Pressure plays, buzzer-beaters, and mindfulness meditation: A team of teenagers goes for the championship in Namibia’s professional basketball league. Ben Guest takes a high school coaching gig on the other side of the world. On the first day of practice one of the ten players can’t complete a simple defensive slide. Follow their journey over two seasons ...

Multitasking has become celebrated in our distracted age, yet it reduces productivity by 40% and diminishes our ability to live meaningfully. Your brain functions like a spotlight, powerful when focused on one area, dim when spread across many. No one truly excels at multitasking; the human brain isn't designed for it. Transform your relationship with attention by: Creating environments that support deep focus Developing routines that protect your attention Using technology intentionally Building relationships through present-moment awareness By shifting from scattered multitasking to ...

Want to find a way to stop feeling like your mind is in a constant state of chaos so you can finally concentrate and focus? Time to find new ways to process your thoughts, manage your concentration, and achieve more than you ever thought possible? You try hard, you put in the work, and you make the sacrifices. The only problem is that when it matters most, your mind just won’t do what you need it to. Sound familiar? This is the daily battle an adult with ADHD has to fight, and it’s one that can have a massive negative effect on your mental and physical wellbeing. An inability to clear ...

Dive into the transformative connection between food and well-being with this comprehensive guide. From foundational nutritional principles to crafting enriching meals, this book offers a holistic approach to eating. Emphasizing the need for a relationship with food that's both informed and intuitive, readers are empowered to make choices that align with health and happiness, no matter where life takes them. Perfect for those seeking to enhance overall well-being and performance, every page underscores that every meal is more than sustenance; it's a step in a lifelong journey toward optimal...

Every tennis player at any age and skill level wants to play high-level tennis without pains and injuries. If you strive for improvement but cannot train as hard as you wish to, because you hurt often, this is a book for you. You will find practical advice on how to adjust your training to the requirements of your body, and how to achieve maximum tennis fitness that will improve your performance. You will learn how to listen to your body, understand what your body is telling you , strengthen your weaknesses, balance your strengths, discover and correct your imbalances, prevent future ...

Embark on a revolutionary journey to invigorate your body, enlighten your mind, and energize your spirit with "Harmonized Vitality." This transformative eBook is your ultimate guide to the avant-garde world of Fitness Fusion, where traditional boundaries are transcended, and a new horizon of holistic health is discovered. Unlock the secrets of the Fusion Fitness Philosophy in Chapter 1, and immerse yourself in the profound benefits of a multi-dimensional workout regime that integrates the mind-body connection, crafting a symphony of wellness. Delve into the Anatomy of Fitness Fusion in ...

This book, Personal Reinvention: Enhancing Mental Clarity and Focus With Meditation, is your guide to unlocking your mind's full potential. It takes you on a transformative journey, revealing the power of meditation to move beyond simple relaxation and into a realm of significantly enhanced cognitive function. Within this book, you will discover how to sharpen your focus, elevate your decision-making skills, and achieve a level of mental clarity that empowers you to excel in every aspect of your life.

Mindfulness Now: Overcoming Anxiety Blocks for Performing Musicians Are you a musician who struggles with performance anxiety? Discover how to conquer your fears and reclaim your confidence with Mindfulness Now: Overcoming Anxiety Blocks for Performing Musicians. This transformative guide is the second installment in Nic Hart's acclaimed Mindfulness Now series, designed specifically to help performers thrive under pressure.

 Dive into a wealth of practical strategies that blend mindfulness, breathing techniques, and visualization exercises to help you manage stress and unlock your full...