THINK AND ACT LIKE A CHAMPION: A 3-HOUR WORKSHOP

World champion athletes think and do certain things which enhance their performances. This presentation describes in detail the characteristics, attitudes, mind control activities, and behaviors that are necessary to be a champion. If athletes attempt to think and act like champions then the likelihood of achieving their potential and winning is increased. This workshop is frequently given to national teams around the world.

Prospective Audience

Athletes, coaches, parents, and sports administrators.

1. Characteristics of Champions
   • Relationship with other athletes.
   • Relationship with the coach.
   • Reacting to things that go wrong in the sport.
   • Training.
   • Considerations about the sport.
   • Focus on the sport.
   • Pre-competition factors.
   • Competition factors.
   • Things champions like about sport.
2. What is Expected of a National Team Member
   • Do your very best.
   • Represent with the best image possible.
   • Be part of the team.
   • Be fully occupied with your sport.
   • Consider yourself.
   • Consider others.
   • Observe your responsibilities.
   • Plan everything.
3. Champion Characteristics Checklist.
   • How to measure and monitor behavior changes.

Materials

A master copy of a 22-page workbook which needs to be reproduced and distributed to participants will be supplied.

Reference

Rushall, B. S. (1995). Think and act like a champion. Sports Science Associates, 4225 Orchard Drive, Spring Valley, CA 91977.

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