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The Inner Game of Tennis: The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak Performance Cover
The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak Performance
by W. Timothy Gallwey
4.19
22,779 ratings
W. Timothy Gallwey's classic offers profound insights into the mental aspects of sports performance, making it essential for coaches and players looking to enhance their game. Its principles can be applied to table tennis, helping players overcome mental barriers and achieve peak performance.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. The Inner Game: Overcoming Self-Interference
  2. Self 1 vs. Self 2: Understanding the Two Selves
  3. Quieting the Mind: The Art of Relaxed Concentration
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Golf is Not a Game of Perfect Cover
by Bob Rotella
4.35
5,643 ratings
Bob Rotella's insights into the mental game of golf are invaluable for any athlete, including table tennis players. His emphasis on confidence and mental preparation can help players develop a winning mindset, crucial for competitive success.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Dreams Fuel Greatness: Embrace Your Aspirations
  2. Trust Your Trained Skills: Let Go of Mechanical Thoughts
  3. The Short Game is Crucial: Master the Art of Scoring
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The Inner Game of Music Cover
by Barry Green
3.94
4,248 ratings
Barry Green's adaptation of Gallwey's principles to music offers valuable lessons for table tennis players on overcoming mental barriers. The focus on awareness and trust can help athletes unlock their full potential in competitive settings.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. The Inner Game: Overcoming mental interference to reach your full potential
  2. Awareness, Will, and Trust: The three core skills of the Inner Game
  3. Performance, Experience, and Learning: Balancing the three dimensions of musical growth
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Zen Golf: Mastering the Mental Game Cover
Mastering the Mental Game
by Joseph Parent
4.21
2,532 ratings
Joseph Parent's blend of Zen principles and golf instruction offers a unique perspective on mental training that can be applied to table tennis. His focus on mindfulness and self-awareness is essential for athletes looking to enhance their performance under pressure.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Embrace a Different Perspective: Golf as a Journey of Self-Discovery
  2. Master the PAR Approach: Preparation, Action, Response
  3. Cultivate Awareness and Mindfulness on the Course
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How Champions Think: In Sports and in Life Cover
In Sports and in Life
by Bob Rotella
4.16
2,037 ratings
In this book, Bob Rotella shares the mental strategies of champions, making it a must-read for table tennis players aiming for excellence. His insights on confidence and mindset are crucial for anyone looking to elevate their game.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Champions cultivate an optimistic mindset
  2. Confidence is a choice, not a result of success
  3. Respect your own talent and potential
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