The 7 fundamentals of Mental fitness LIVE ONLINE Course.
The mental Edge to compete at any level
AST stands as the foremost Mental Fitness program, offering unparalleled resources for players, coaches, and parents alike. Uncover the flow state and attributes that set elite athletes apart, and seize the competitive edge through
The 7 Fundamentals of Mental Fitness!
This meticulously crafted program aims to cultivate confidence in players, both on and off the field of play.
The Five 1 hr sessions will be delivered live via Zoom with AST's Certified Mental Performance Specialist, Itzik Rapaport. He will lead a session each week for 5 weeks of
The 7 Fundamentals of Mental Fitness in live virtual meetings.
Includes:
- Course introduction video
-LIVE virtual meetings as scheduled
-Real time application in breakout rooms
-Execute with accountability partners
-Live Q&A for personal advice
-Lifetime access to session recordings
-Weekly Journal Pages
Fundamental #1 Vision Drives Performance
What are your goals as a soccer player? Why are these goals important to you? If you already have a clear and powerful vision, you're likely thriving. Your energy is high, and your focus, passion, and determination not only fuel your progress but also draw support and success towards you.
Fundamental #2 Open Your Eyes, Open Your Mind
What beliefs and habits are you clinging to because you haven't discovered a better approach? In the next section, we'll explore the idea that we mostly perceive what matters to us—this is simply how our brains operate. A specific part of your brain, called the Reticular Activating System (RAS), is always at work, sorting through incoming data. It prioritizes information in two main categories: things that are valuable and things that are threatening. If something doesn’t seem important based on these criteria, you might not notice it. And even if you do, it’s likely you’ll quickly forget it.
Fundamental #3 What You Say is What You Get
The experiences you have in life are greatly influenced by how you interpret them. As you've grown up, you've developed a particular way of understanding the world and the events that happen to you, which is known as your explanatory style, or your self-talk. You've also formed an image of yourself based on how you explain your behaviors, but this self-image often reflects past experiences and others' opinions more than your true potential.
Think of explanatory style as your self-talk. If your self-talk is negative or pessimistic, it can actually prevent you from achieving success.
Fundamental #4 Broad Comfort Zones=Room to Move
For all of us, there are places and activities where we feel completely at ease. Maybe it’s with certain teammates, or when playing a position you've mastered. Being comfortable is great because everyone likes to feel relaxed and stress-free.
But what happens when you step out of that comfort zone? What if you meet new teammates who are different from your usual group, or if you’re asked to play in a new position? What about when you face a challenge you’ve never encountered before in your soccer career.
Fundamental #5 Goals Keep YOu Growing
Goal setting techniques are used by top athletes, business professionals and high achievers in all fields. They focus long-term vision and boost short-term motivation. They help you spend your limited time and resources in ways that allow you to make the most of your life. They let you see steady progress in what might otherwise seem like a long, pointless effort. And they help you improve your self-image and self-efficacy.
Not all goal-setting techniques are created equal. In the Fifth Fundamental, you’ll learn a systematic approach to goal setting that has been proven effective.
Fundamental #6 Staying cool means staying focused
How well do you handle making crucial decisions under pressure, both in life and during a game? Have you ever wondered how some players manage to stay calm and composed in challenging situations, maintaining their focus and optimism regardless of the score or the chaos around them?
These players' ability to make timely, effective decisions isn't just luck or innate talent. Their remarkable poise under pressure is the result of thorough preparation—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
If you aspire to excel, it's essential to get in top physical shape. But equally important is the effort you put into training your mind. Staying cool under pressure is a skill that can be learned and honed. The stress you feel when stepping out of your comfort zone stems directly from your thoughts. By managing and reshaping these thoughts, you can significantly improve your performance and decision-making on the field.
Fundamental #7 teamwork wins
What's the point of having a team? Have you ever stopped to think why you play with a team, or what a team can achieve that one person alone cannot? What does it really mean to be a "good team player"? Although you might not have considered these questions deeply, they are crucial, especially since most athletes, including you, will play as part of a team at some point in their careers.
A team can achieve more together than any individual or group of individuals working separately. There's a saying that a winning team is one where "the whole is greater than the sum of its parts." Being part of a team gives you the chance to contribute to something larger than yourself, accomplishing feats beyond individual reach.
Bonus Fundamental-Finding flow
Flow has been extensively studied and researched in the field of sports psychology, and it is considered a desirable state for athletes to strive for. By understanding the concept of flow and its underlying factors, athletes can work towards achieving peak performance and enhancing their overall sporting experience.
Remember, achieving flow is a dynamic and individual process. What works for one athlete may not work for another. It's important for athletes to experiment with different strategies and find what helps them get into a state of flow.
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Itzik Rapaport (CMPS)
Itzik is a Certified Mental Performance Specialist (CMPS).
He specializes in youth, collegiate, and professional players in recognizing what barriers are getting in the way of them performing at their full potential, and provides tools to overcome them.
Itzik has worked with top programs of all levels nation wide and internationally.
He is a certified practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programing (NLP) and an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP). Itzik applies forms of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and traditional positive psychology to identify the root of the situation and specified performance coaching to navigate towards attaining overall desired results.
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