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mental tennis
what are some good ways to remember not to get mad on the tennis court? i seem to have a temper when i play. also.. what are some good ways to keep your self esteem up and be confident? it's whats killing my tennis game and i could be a much better player without this. thanks and i rate well.
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Well I play basketball and softball so i wouldn't know anythinga bout tennis, but when I get mad i try to thing of something positive. I know a girl who wehn she would get mad she would pop a rubber band that was on her wrist and take deep breaths
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First off, whatever you do, don't throw your racket/hit it on the ground or release your anger at your opponent or team mates. Not good lol.
When you play, take your time and dont use power at all times. Think before you think, aim where you think will do the most damage. As a tennis player myself, I can tell you, even if you're losing, believe that you can win, and make every shot worth hitting. Make your opponent, even if he/she is winning, feel pressured. If they see you still running after ball and playing as if you're the one winning, their confidence will start dropping. Keep your self esteem up by moving continually, dont just stand there. Act like you're into the game, get into the game, and enjoy the game. Tell yourself you can win and you might just be able to surpass your opponent in points AND confidence =] hope that helps >>;
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If you dwell on a situation, you're bound to lose. Sports are the perfect way to channel anger. That's just what you should do. Take your anger and use it to your advantage. Channel your anger to your body and use that fierce and strong attitude when you serve.
The only way to keep your confidence is to remind yourself you are good and you work hard. Don't punish yourself, but instead imagine yourself winning. The most important factor is to practice, practice, practice, the sure-fire way to gain and keep your confidence.
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Sports anger issues?
Try yoga breathing.
When you inhale, concentrate on air filling up inside of your body from your nose, through your torso, and all the way through your fingertips.
Exhale through your mouth and try to picture the negative emotion being pushed out. I know this sounds hippie-esque, but it works.
Self-eteem issues?
My theater teacher once told me to "Fake it till you make it". Not confident? Pretend you are. Pretend you kick so much ass that you can't even stand it. Eventually, you'll talk yourself into the idea and it'll become truth.
Hope this helps.
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