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Bowling Psychology
As the leading authority on bowling's mental game, Dean Hinitz has worked with the premier players, coaches, and teams in the sport. He's helped countless pros elevate their scores, avoid slumps, and overcome stressors impacting performance. He's improved their play, now he's ready for you.
In "Bowling Psychology," you'll learn the mental strategies to perform your best, day in day out. From progressive muscle relaxing techniques to positive self-talk and focus cues, you will pick up spares more consistently, improve accuracy, and overcome anxieties.
You'll also find invaluable insights, advice, and anecdotes from bowling's best, including:
- Kim Terrell-Kearney
- Jason Belmonte
- Diandra Asbaty
- Carolyn Dorin-Ballard
- Rick Steelsmith
- Bill O'Neil
- Mike Fagan
- Gordon Vadakin
- Jeri Edwards
- Bob Learn, Jr.
- Amleto Monicelli
- Fred Borden
- LeAnne Hulsenberg
- Del Warren
- Del Ballard, Jr.
- Rod Ross
- Tommy Jones, Jr.
- Jason Couch
Manage pressure, find your focus, and reach your full potential With detailed information on topics including mindfulness training, sensory awareness, and the body-mind connection, "Bowling Psychology" is your all in one toolbox for mental mastery of the lanes.
In "Bowling Psychology," you'll learn the mental strategies to perform your best, day in day out. From progressive muscle relaxing techniques to positive self-talk and focus cues, you will pick up spares more consistently, improve accuracy, and overcome anxieties.
You'll also find invaluable insights, advice, and anecdotes from bowling's best, including:
- Kim Terrell-Kearney
- Jason Belmonte
- Diandra Asbaty
- Carolyn Dorin-Ballard
- Rick Steelsmith
- Bill O'Neil
- Mike Fagan
- Gordon Vadakin
- Jeri Edwards
- Bob Learn, Jr.
- Amleto Monicelli
- Fred Borden
- LeAnne Hulsenberg
- Del Warren
- Del Ballard, Jr.
- Rod Ross
- Tommy Jones, Jr.
- Jason Couch
Manage pressure, find your focus, and reach your full potential With detailed information on topics including mindfulness training, sensory awareness, and the body-mind connection, "Bowling Psychology" is your all in one toolbox for mental mastery of the lanes.
- GenresSportsNonfiction
248 pages, Paperback
Published May 23, 2016
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June 10, 2023
When I retired, a new friend of mine who is an avid and excellent bowler suggested that we go bowling. I knew he was top notch. My only experience with bowling were a few parties. My friend understood but still thought it would be fun. We went. Tried it a second time. He thought I had the potential to be a decent bowler, but I'd have to get my own equipment and join a senior league (casual).
I seemed like a good idea, so I followed his lead. Then in he invited me to join his friends. Uh oh. These guys were good. I had no idea what I was doing. But the group was friendly and encouraging. I stayed with it and have been enjoying bowling the past few years.
My friend became ill and was hospitalized. I found this book online and thought he'd enjoy it. He read it and gave it to me so I could read it.
The book is directed at bowlers who are in serious competition, not recreational bowlers like me. That said, I found several sections helpful. As somebody who has been a big sports fan since childhood and how has a fair amount of experience in competition, I found the approach to psychology solid. Much of it was familiar to me, but there were some new thoughts.
If you are looking for a guide on the psychology of sports, even beyond bowling, this is a good one. Easy to read and understand. Practical.
I seemed like a good idea, so I followed his lead. Then in he invited me to join his friends. Uh oh. These guys were good. I had no idea what I was doing. But the group was friendly and encouraging. I stayed with it and have been enjoying bowling the past few years.
My friend became ill and was hospitalized. I found this book online and thought he'd enjoy it. He read it and gave it to me so I could read it.
The book is directed at bowlers who are in serious competition, not recreational bowlers like me. That said, I found several sections helpful. As somebody who has been a big sports fan since childhood and how has a fair amount of experience in competition, I found the approach to psychology solid. Much of it was familiar to me, but there were some new thoughts.
If you are looking for a guide on the psychology of sports, even beyond bowling, this is a good one. Easy to read and understand. Practical.
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