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Optimal Perform

OPTIMAL
PERFORMANCE
IN TENNIS

By
R. Christopher Barden, J.D., Ph.D.
Bruce H. Jackson, Ed.M.
Martin E. Ford, Ph.D.

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"The Optimal Performance System is truly a systematic approach to achieving peak performance in tennis.  Like no other publication, this book provides the reader with both the science of why mental training skills work with athletes and, athletes can master mental skills to perform optimally.  Every tennis player can benefit from this book."
     —Dr. Leonard D. Zaichkowsky, Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology.

The Optimal Performance System for tennis is a synthesis of techniques and procedures developed in collaboration with professional athletes, world-class tennis players, and members of the U.S. Olympic Team.  This program is the result of a decade of research investigating the methods and procedures that extraordinarily successful individuals use to enhance their performance.

The Optimal Performance in Tennis™ Program will teach you:

  • How to relax, reduce stress and minimize fatigue.

  • How to control frustration and anger while increasing confidence.

  • How to mentally relive past accomplishments and program yourself for success.

  • How to visualize future accomplishments and prepare for tough matches.

  • How to to understand and make changes in negative thought patterns.

  • How to set energizing goals that focus and direct your play.

  • How to balance attitudes, mental focus, and energy to improve mental toughness.

  • How to enter and maintain the optimal performance state.

  • How to set effective personal standards for success in tennis and life.

  • And much much more...

The Optimal Performance in Tennis™ Program includes:

  • Two audio cassettes for personalized relaxation training.

  • A personal progress diary for pre- and post-match assessment.

  • Everything you need in one complete workbook.

"This book is insightful, informative, well-written, and above all interesting.  It combines information from many different areas into a comprehensive mental training workbook.  This program transcends mental training for tennis and gives valuable pointers for living a fuller, more complete life."
     —Dr. David Gaetz, Men's Varsity Tennis Coach - University of Minnesota.

"I think Optimal Performance in Tennis is a great book for all athletes who want to improve, both in their sport and their lives.  The Optimal Performance system is applicable to anything you do."
     —Marne Wheaton, U.S. Nationally-Ranked amateur, 35 and over and former NCAA Big Ten champ.