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Confidence is a universal concept in modern sport, and a key factor in determining Here are some techniques and philosophies to help boost and raise confidence in the domain of sport.

Sporting contests at all levels are often won and lost by the smallest of margins, and confidence can make all the difference to performance.

A case study of a senior swimmer 'G' who wanted help preparing for competition, specifically dealing with anxiety and confidence

Golf confidence is learned in many different ways. Golf is a very visual game in more ways than many of us realize. I was reminded of this fact yesterday when I played with a lady who had left her clubs at home in her rush to get to the course.

A week ago (as I write this) Manchester United looked imperious and unassailable at the top of the Premier League. Two straight defeats and the story is quite different. While they still hold a lead in the Premier League, a Liverpool win tomorrow would cut that back to one point. The real story is not arithmetical, however, but psychological. Liverpool, on the back of convincing wins against Man United and Real Madrid, will take fresh confidence from their rivals' defeat at Fulham today, and revitalise their belief that they can still win the title. Chelsea, having lost to Tottenham today, failed to capitalise on their opportunity to close the gap.

Sport psychology is concerned with optimising sports performance by improving mental skills, dealing with issues such as confidence and anxiety and building teams.

Do you want to enjoy your biking without any backache after that? The existence of recumbent bicycle will absolutely fit you. This bike is designed to cover all your needs of comfort, health, and confidence.

A player can feel it during a game when they hit a match-winning goal or when they miss a wide open net. A team can feel it when they come back from a deficit late in the game or when their lead in the league vanishes. A fan can feel it as their team "catches fire" or goes "as cold as ice". And, play-by-play announcers love to talk about it. We know it as the "Big Mo", the "Hot Hand", and being "In The Zone" while the psychologists call it Psychological Momentum. But, does it really exist? Is it just a temporary shift in confidence and mood or does it actually change the outcome of a game or a season? As expected, there are lots of opinions available.

Anxieties over childrens safety and wellbeing are understandable, and it is only right that parents and teachers are mindful of potential dangers. But children need to be able to take acceptable risks in an environment that allows them to extend their abilities and confidence. If children are deprived of these experiences they will not learn to handle the risks that they are certain to meet as they make their way through life.

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Confident about defending the World Cup, Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni said the upcoming tour of Australia would be a great opportunity for his already well-prepared side to hone its skills further ahead of the mega-event to be played Down Under next year. India will launch their title defence against traditional rivals Pakistan in Adelaide on February 15 and Dhoni said his side was capable of adapting and performing in any condition.

History was about to be written by minnows Hong Kong in the ongoing Asia Cup 2018 being held in the UAE. Anshuman Rath's side produced a spirited show against an over-confident India and fell short by a paltry 26 runs in the end. India just about survived a scare. Here are the discussion points.

CSK vs DD: "Consistency isn't rocket science, it's responsibility". Chennai Super Kings like always have been consistent in this year's IPL as well. They're currently 2nd on the league table. A loss to Mumbai Indians in their previous game proved yet again that in the IPL, uncertainty is the norm. They take on DD in the 30th game of the IPL and this for the top spot on the league table. DD, on the other hand, after a resounding victory against the Kolkata Knight Riders will walk into this game with higher confidence and a hope that their last match display wasn't a chance or a coincidence. Shreyas Iyer played an absolute cracker of an innings in his first game as a skipper. Iyer's leadership also was mighty impressive, but he'll not let complacency settle in. The Mumbai lad will want to put his head down, take one game at a time and hope that all his captaincy decisions work in DD's favour. CSK vs DD, a crucial game for DD for an ascent up the table and for CSK a chance to get one step closer to yet another playoff qualification.

Kingsmead stadium witnessed a masterclass batting of Indian skipper Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane. Winning the first ODI by six wickets made Indian players confident and refreshed as well. Now a tough fight is expected in the upcoming matches.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli expressed his satisfaction after winning the first one day match with the huge difference against South Africa. According to the skipper it was much needed for the team to rebuild their confidence. Virat Kohli and his team are now backing in form. They are ready to give the tough fight to the Proteas and win the victory as well.

15-year-old teenager Cori Gauff, who beat Venus Williams in the first round of Wimbledon 2019, continued her march. The women's singles rising kid, overcame Magdalena Rybarikova in straight sets in the second round under Court One's new roof. There is utmost confidence and belief in Cori to go far.

With spring break just ahead on the horizon, most of you might be having the desire to feel toned and confident to flex those muscles while you are away soaking up the sun. Don't worry anymore!! Before you head off on your spring break vacation, pack some fitness gear and take it with you. Here are some perfect fitness gear for you to stay healthy and in shape while you travel. Check out 10 reasons why you need to take these fitness products with you on spring break.

Appropriate sports or fitness gears enhance the quality and standard of your game. They'll keep you secured in the field or boost your confidence. Here are the accessories which every sports and fitness freak must look out for.

Before you decide whether fibreglass or concrete pool is a better fit for you, some sage-like consideration of the following will help you make an informed and confident decision about the type of swimming pool that best suits your needs.

With so many different ways of thinking and doing things, it's easy to wonder where you fit in mentally. What do you think? And how do you act in stressful matches? Even if you know how to play tennis physically, that's not enough to win. You need the complete package - physical and mental training. Tennis mental training isn't just for professionals - but can be used by any player, of any age, and at any level. Mental training for tennis has the potential to help you be more consistent, focused and confident in your game. But how do you develop a winning mindset? Achieving sporting results by improving UTR comes down to your mood. To excel at tennis, you cannot merely be physically talented - success requires desire, discipline, and of course, good technique. To read more about "Building Mental Toughness for Tennis" click on link.