Monthly Archives: August 2011
Do Power Bracelets “Work” and Improve Mental Toughness & Athletic Success?
One question I repeatedly get these days is around the magic of the power bracelet, and whether or not they really “work.” Actually, before we even delve into the bracelets, it’s important to note what different people mean by the …
Athletic Perseverance is a Good Thing, But it Can Sometimes Hurt Athletes, Too
As parents, fans, and coaches who appreciate sports, we often marvel at those special athletes who develop the necessary fortitude and perseverance to be the best (Advanced Human Performance Systems). Specifically, I’m talking about athletes who are the first ones …
Interview with Former NCAA Wrestling Champion Mitch Clark
I first met Mitch Clark in 1997 at Ohio State as he was about to embark upon his lifelong pursuit of an NCAA championship victory. I was a doctoral student and graduate assistant in the athletic department at the time, …
Parents Pay Attention to the End of your Child’s Sports Career
If you are a parent of a young athlete, it’s likely (and normal) that you haven’t spent much time thinking about the eventual end of his or her sports career (Positive Transitions). Lets face it, it’s a lot more fun …
