Siz said:

I can see how some or all of these techniques might help someone figure out where they should be aiming.

But my initial thought was that using methods like these would be inconsistent with good play because they require the player to employ the wrong part of the mind: an expert performing a complex motor task does so in the main using subconscious, autonomous, control systems. If the conscious mind starts to get involved (in pool for example, the player consciously thinking about what his hand or eyes are be doing), then performance tends to suffer.

But thinking about it, this may not be right. Consciously thinking about some aiming rule might actually be helpful, especially under pressure, since it might keep conscious mind occupied reducing the chance of it interfering with stroke execution.

I would be genuinely interested to find out whether there are any good players who use anything like this when they play. I don't think that I have met any - at least I don't recall it ever coming up in conversation.

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jax_joe said:

LMAO, they already tossed up the dates for next year's event.

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Black-Balled said:

I'm sure ducking is nothing new.

Winners like to win.

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bbb said:

often the discussions about systems or routines diverge with many saying you cant play with all that crap in your head
and they are right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
but you cant get good until you consciously go thru the steps in your head (stage 3) and master them and then dont have to think about them (stage 4)\
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The assumption is that to move from conscious competence to unconscious competence, one must exert considerable effort and “train harder.”

This assumption can appear valid because top performers tend to train and practice more than their competitors. (Former all-stars like Michael Jordan in basketball and Tiger Woods in golf were prime examples.)

However, unconscious competence comes not through “more effort” but through a kind of relinquishing or “surrendering” within oneself.
It’s often when you reach the point where you think you’ll never achieve any level of mastery that the transformation unfolds. Mastery is realized not by will but by allowing or letting go.
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good luck every one in their journey

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• Mental Toughness: Developing the ability to handle adversity, manage stress, and recover from failures without quitting.
• Process-Oriented Goals: Focusing on daily preparation, effort, and improvement rather than solely on the outcome.
• Visualization/Imagery: Mentally rehearsing movements and successful outcomes to boost confidence and reduce anxiety.
• The 5 C's Framework:
  • Commitment: Dedication to training and long-term goals.
  • Communication: Effective communication with teammates and coaches.
  • Concentration: Maintaining focus on the present moment during competition.
  • Control: Emotional regulation and managing performance anxiety.
  • Confidence: Self-belief in one's skills and abilities.
• Positive Self-Talk: Using internal dialogue to build confidence and maintain motivation.
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• Mindfulness and Meditation: Practicing being present and reducing anxiety through mindfulness.
• Structured Routines: Creating consistent pre-game and training routines to foster a calm, focused state.
• Developing a "Fighter" Spirit: Shifting from a victim mindset to taking personal responsibility, embracing challenges, and persevering through discomfort.
• Reframing Failure: Viewing losses as learning opportunities rather than defining moments.
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• Intrinsic Motivation: Finding joy, purpose, and personal fulfillment in the sport.
• Extrinsic Motivation: Utilizing external rewards like recognition or medals to power through difficult training sessions.
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dr_dave said:

I'm glad you liked it Stu.

Thanks for the feedback.

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