Mariano Rivera-What Makes Him So Mentally Tough?
Mariano Rivera is a mentally tough athlete who
uses a simple psychological approach to pitch
in the zone.
Fort Lee, NJ (PRWEB) October 17, 2004 -- Mariano Rivera is one of those unique athletes who has the ability to utilize his mental toughness to place himself in the zone."
Clearly, this athlete has extraordinary physical talent, but he also has powerful mental skills. His physical demeanor on the mound is the epitome of confidence, relaxation and focus.
According to Jay P. Granat, Ph.D., Founder of StayInTheZone.com, Rivera may find it easier to get himself into the zone than other pitchers because he has a rather simple approach to pitching."
The fact that he relies primarily on one pitch, allows him to remove clutter,eliminate choices and focus intensively on what he needs to do on the mound."
Some pitchers are great because they have a variety of pitches which they utilize to keep batters off balance and guessing. Rivera, on the other hand,challenges hitters primarily with his cutter. For some athletes, having a simple, uncomplicated approach to their sport, enables them to tune out distractions which can get them out of the zone, says Dr. Granat, a psychotherapist who has counseled many athletes. Rivera has shown this remarkable ability to eliminate distractions throughout his incredible career, notes the StayInTheZone.com founder.
When I teach people how to get into the zone, I am frequently looking for ways to help them simplify their approach to their sport. Anyone who has worked with a good coach knows the value of making physical and mental tasks simple and clear," notes Dr. Granat author of How To Get In The Zone And Stay In The Zone With Sport Psychology and Self-Hypnosis.
# # #
|
