Mindfulness training in sport

The cycle of emotions can strongly influence our performance in sport like hardly any other phenomenon. For this reason, a large number of top athletes rely on mindfulness training as a form of mental strength training and emotion regulation. Prominent examples are Novak Djokovic in tennis, Phil Jackson in basketball or Malaika Mihambo in athletics. For some years now, the benefits of mindfulness-based training have also been discussed in science and the first studies prove the positive effects from practice. Overall, the conclusion can be drawn that mindfulness training has a similar effect to strength training: The abilities to maintain concentration and regulate one's own emotions can be trained like a muscle.This book explains the importance of emotions in sport, the history of mindfulness in sport and the mechanisms of action of mindfulness training for sportspeople using clear practical examples. The focus is on a scientifically evaluated mindfulness programme for recreational and competitive athletes that can be carried out alone or in a group. The eight units of the programme include practical exercises and information on the background and effects of these. Become your own mental coach to sustainably increase your athletic performance.