Sports Performance Training

This book is written for football (soccer) players, coaches and clubs. It teaches you about team-spirit, mental patterns and habits, spatial-attention, focused-attention, intuitive play, the flow state, using audience euphoria, hidden success strategies, how to recover from injury more quickly, performance enhancement, advanced states of concentration, how and why to play for a higher purpose and so much more not taught in mainstream sports coaching. While focused on soccer, many principles also apply to other team sports.

Everyone has a common misconception that sports for athletes must be grueling, exhausting, and herculean. But should that really be the case when it comes to sports nowadays? Science is in every aspect of our lives, evolving it for the better. And when it infiltrated the world of sports, something great came out.

Famous three-time Grand Slam winner Arthur Ashe pointed out that many in sports fall victim to “paralysis by analysis”. Athletes on any level can experience the pain of overthinking and sabotaging their performance. Blame many traditional methods of teaching and training. How can we train smarter, not harder? If only our body and mind could perform in a way that’s more natural and instinctive. The best athletes have this quality, but many feel it is simply unattainable for them. I assure you it is not.

Are you looking to improve your athletic performance and take your training to the next level? Look no further than The Science of Athletic Performance, the definitive guide to understanding the anatomy and physiology behind top-level athleticism. Written by renowned sports scientist Hadley Mannings, this book delves into the mechanisms of muscle force production, the role of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, and the energy systems at play during exercise. Mannings also explores the various types of training and the importance of periodization, as well as the role of technology in...

You've probably heard a lot about Heart Rate Variability (HRV) lately. It's become a buzzword in the health and fitness community. Why all the buzz? Because research indicates that by tracking HRV you can optimize your workout routine, get better sleep, and even improve your mental health. And for the first time, the tools for tracking HRV are not limited to scientists, labs, or elite athletes. Thanks to Oura Rings, Whoop Bands, and Apple, Fitbit, Garmin and a host of other devices, HRV tracking is now available to everyone. But what is HRV? And how can you harness the power of your device ...

The Math of Sports Performance Explained: Physics, Trajectories, Spin Dynamics, Aerodynamics, Biomechanics, and Optimization Strategies in Basketball, Baseball, Cycling, and Elite Athletics reveals the hidden equations behind elite competition. From the arc of a three point shot to the spin of a curveball, from aerodynamic drag in cycling to data driven decision making in modern analytics, this book shows how physics, probability, and optimization shape outcomes on the field, court, and track. Whether you are an athlete, coach, sports fan, or student of science, this guide uncovers the ...

Inside this essential coaching blueprint, you'll discover a treasure trove of actionable strategies designed to ignite that winning fire in every player. Learn how to: Forge the bedrock of mental toughness: Implement a coach's blueprint for developing advanced cognitive appraisal, elite emotional regulation, unwavering behavioral persistence, and superior self-efficacy in your team. Cultivate an indomitable growth mindset: Equip your players to embrace challenges, learn from setbacks, and relentlessly pursue improvement. Master composure under pressure: Provide practical solutions to help ...

Build Confidence, Focus, and Mental Strength to Win More Games Your pickleball skills can only take you so far — your mindset determines how well you play when it counts. Pickleball Mindset: Strategy and Training Guide helps you master the mental game so you can stay calm under pressure, refocus after mistakes, and perform with confidence on every point. Inside, you’ll learn proven techniques to sharpen focus, strengthen self-belief, and maintain composure through long rallies and tough matches. Whether you’re battling nerves, struggling with consistency, or looking for an edge ...

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 reptile... dry-mouthed, sweating, queasy, unable to think clearly - even though you know better. When does the Lizard Brain run the show? It can happen in any number of unfamiliar, uncomfortable, challenging, or "stressful" riding situations. But here's the thing: with the right kind of training, you can learn to manage the reptile within.

You know what you're supposed to do. So why can't you do it? You've had lessons. You've practiced the corrections. For a while, they worked. Then they disappeared—on the course, under pressure, when it mattered most. The problem isn't your swing. It's not your commitment, your talent, or even your instructor. The problem is that no one taught you how learning actually works. Most golf instruction stops at "what" and "how." This book reveals "why"—and changes everything. Traditional instruction focuses on positions, mechanics, and fundamentals. But beneath those surface fixes lies a ...

Unlock the Hidden Weapon of Champions: Your Mind. What if the secret to peak performance, mental toughness, and rapid recovery wasn’t in your muscles—but in your mind? Meditation for Athletes is the ultimate performance-boosting guide designed for competitors, fitness enthusiasts, and sports professionals who want to gain an unshakable mental edge using the transformative power of mindfulness, focus training, and breathwork. Whether you’re chasing Olympic gold, pushing for a personal record, or rebounding from burnout, in this book, Fitness Coach and Exercise Physiologist, Atolani ...

Achieve the champion mindset for peak performance. Reach new levels of success and mental toughness with this ultimate guide. Learn the "Science of Success" and prepare to excel. In this concise and highly acclaimed training guide, Peak Performance Coach DC Gonzalez teaches a blend of unique mental training technologies, sports psychology essentials, and peak performance methods that are effective and motivational. Get ready to increase your self-belief, self-confidence, and mental toughness using this powerful guide designed to help you reach new levels of success, sports performance and personal development.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best or gearing up for your very first ultra, The Ultra Marathon Plan is your go-to guide for running stronger, longer, and smarter. Packed with practical tips and cutting-edge science, this isn’t just another sports nutrition book—it’s a deep dive into the advanced fueling strategies, recovery techniques, and performance bio-hacks used by elite endurance athletes. Now, they’re yours too, whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out. Inside, you'll learn how to: Fuel your body for long-distance endurance Enhance oxygen levels for maximum ...

The first major guide for serious female cyclists – covering everything from saddles and training to hormones, strength, and nutrition, all from a 100% female perspective. 'We ride like there is no tomorrow and for a better tomorrow.' Marianne Vos More of us women are getting on the bike...

Unleash Your Inner Champion: The Ultimate Guide to Mental Toughness for Young Athletes Do you have a budding athlete who dreams of greatness but struggles with pressure, setbacks, or self-doubt? Are you a coach or parent looking to empower young minds with the resilience of a champion? Look no further! This groundbreaking book dives deep into the mental game, revealing the secrets to unlocking peak performance and unwavering confidence in sports and life. Forget relying solely on raw talent. True success, as proven by legends like Michael Jordan, is forged in the fires of mental toughness. ...

You know exactly what to do—until the pressure hits and it all disappears. You've drilled the technique hundreds of times. You've executed it perfectly in practice, shadow training, or light sparring. Then the intensity ramps up—live sparring, competition, or real pressure—and it disappears. You hesitate. You force it. You overgrip or tense up. You fall back on something safer and less precise. Later, the frustration hits hard: I know I can do better than that. So why can't you access it when it matters most? Because your body isn't the problem. Your mind is. The Invisible Dojo is the...

Bloomsbury presents Joe Friel’s High-Performance Cyclist: The Complete Training Manual by Joe Friel, read by Brian Arens ‘A must read … High Performance is a mindset, not a pay check’ - Andrew Pruitt, EdD 'Joe Friel is one of the world's foremost experts on endurance sports' – Outside...

Train the Modern Athlete — Smarter. Youth sports have evolved. Today’s young athletes face more pressure, more competition, and more distractions than ever before. Talent alone isn’t enough. What separates confident competitors from frustrated players? Mindset. Structure. Smart development. Young Athlete Mindset Training is a practical guide for coaches and parents who want to build confident, resilient athletes using proven sports psychology principles combined with modern tools like AI and performance data. Inside, you’ll learn how to: ✔ Build real confidence through measurable ...

The Moment That Breaks Most Athletes Can Make You. Book 1 of the Murphy Moments Series 101 Proven Scenarios. One Simple Reset System. Unlimited Comebacks. Every athlete practices for the perfect game. Nobody practices for the moment when everything falls apart. The coach screams your name in front of the entire team. The injury hits three days before the biggest game of your season. Your legs lock up, your mind goes blank, and the one mistake you swore you would never make happens in front of every person who matters. That is not bad luck. That is Murphy's Law. And without a reset plan, it ...

Baseball is never just physical. For young players, the biggest battles often happen before the pitch is even thrown — in their thoughts, their confidence, and the pressure they carry onto the field. In The Mental Edge, veteran college coach and baseball mentor Walter Beede offers practical tools that help parents and coaches confidently support young players ages 8–15 in developing essential mental skills: confidence, focus, resilience, emotional control, and a lasting love for the game. Built around Coach Beede’s signature Fun Over Fear philosophy, this practical guide helps ...