Beyond Basic Training - Preparing for Endurance Sports Competition

By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com Guide

Updated February 13, 2012

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Mental Skills Training
The mind is as much of a part of excelling in a sport as the body. Many elite athletes rely on sports psychology techniques, skills and tools to get a mental advantage over the competition and learn how to improve their focus. If you haven't tried any mental skills training, start here: How To Use Imagery and Self-Hypnosis.

Also See:
• Dealing with Performance Anxiety (Choking)
• Motivation and Setting Goals
• Regaining and Maintaining Focus
• Visualization and Guided Imagery for Sports Performance
• Mental Focus During Sports - Centering

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• Building Fitness for Endurance Sports Requires More Than Base Miles
• High Intensity Interval Training and Hill Workouts
• Sports-Specific Skills and Drills Improve Sports Performance
• Mental Skills Training Improves Sports Performance
• Maintain Endurance Training Through Competition

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