Beyond the Physical

Let's face it - at a certain level of skill and on court ability, the main thing that separates those that win and others is mental toughness.

Their are many methods of mental training available, and, all are beneficial for those that truly apply themselves.


Performance & Body Optimization offers tools for the players and coaches that help to continually keep us in the "zone". Simple, easy to remember, and actually funny. The humour helps keep things fun which helps us retain the changes possible.

The "zone" itself actually appears to be a space we can continue to generate for ourselves and others. One way to do this is to change every conclusion we have about our game to a question. This allows for change. If I have decided that my backhand sucks - it will suck. If instead I can remember to ask something like "wow, how does it get better than that?" and truly wonder, then things become easier.
It's like building a muscle, you have to work it for it to get stronger. These methods are the same in that respect. Repetition and vigilance are keys for more strength.

This is not a specific sports psychology modality - it is a method of applied consciousness designed to increase the athletes awareness and abilities to be more aware of everything in the midst of a match and to minimize emotional distractions. One of the byproducts of this seems to be the body itself does not have to work as hard to perform to the same high level. This we call "elegance" -
getting the most result with the least effort required.

Does this sound like something you would like to add to your game? To your toolbox of tricks to offer to your students?

Contact me. I can facilitate the process with ease for the teaching pro or the student. High level, elite athletes welcome...