Description
The inner game of tennis is a revolutionary program for overcoming the self-doubt, nervousness, and lapses of concentration that can keep a player from winning. This classic bestseller can change the way the game of tennis is played.
Library's review
'introduced to The Inner Game of Tennis as a graduate student years ago, I recognized the obvious benefits of Gallwey's teachings....Whether we are preparing for an inter-squad scrimmage or the National Championship Game, these principles lie at the foundation of our program.'-from the Foreword by
Master your game from the inside out!
With more than 800,000 copies sold since it was first published thrity-years ago, this phenomenally successful guide has become a touchstone for hundreds of thousands of people. Not just for tennis players, or even just for athletes in general, this handboook works for anybody who wants to improve his or her performance in any activity, form playing music to getting ahead at work. W. Timothy Gallwey, a leading innovator in sports psychology, reveals how to:
Focus your mind to overcome nervousness, self-doubt, and distractions.
Find the state of 'relaxed concentration' that allows you to play at your best.
Build skills by smart practice, then put it all together in match play.
Whether you're a beginner or a pro, Gallwey's engaging voice, clear examples, and illuminating anecdotes will give you the tools you need to succeed.
W. Timothy Gallwey has produced a series of bestselling Inner Game books, whch set forth a new methodology for the development of personal and professional excellence in a variety of fields. For the last twenty years Gallwey has been introducing the Inner Game approach to corporations looking for better ways to manage change. He lives in Malibu, California.
Contents
Foreword by Pete Carroll, Head Football Coach, USC Trojans
Preface by Zach Kleinman, Coach: Sports and Life
Introduction
One Reflections on the mental side of tennis
Two The discovery of the mental side of tennis
Three Quieting self
Four Trusting self
Five Discovering technique
Six Changing habits
Seven Concentration: Learning to focus
Eight Games people play on the court
Nine The meaning of competition
Ten The inner game off the court
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Pete Caroll, head football coach, USCMaster your game from the inside out!
With more than 800,000 copies sold since it was first published thrity-years ago, this phenomenally successful guide has become a touchstone for hundreds of thousands of people. Not just for tennis players, or even just for athletes in general, this handboook works for anybody who wants to improve his or her performance in any activity, form playing music to getting ahead at work. W. Timothy Gallwey, a leading innovator in sports psychology, reveals how to:
Focus your mind to overcome nervousness, self-doubt, and distractions.
Find the state of 'relaxed concentration' that allows you to play at your best.
Build skills by smart practice, then put it all together in match play.
Whether you're a beginner or a pro, Gallwey's engaging voice, clear examples, and illuminating anecdotes will give you the tools you need to succeed.
W. Timothy Gallwey has produced a series of bestselling Inner Game books, whch set forth a new methodology for the development of personal and professional excellence in a variety of fields. For the last twenty years Gallwey has been introducing the Inner Game approach to corporations looking for better ways to manage change. He lives in Malibu, California.
Contents
Foreword by Pete Carroll, Head Football Coach, USC Trojans
Preface by Zach Kleinman, Coach: Sports and Life
Introduction
One Reflections on the mental side of tennis
Two The discovery of the mental side of tennis
Three Quieting self
Four Trusting self
Five Discovering technique
Six Changing habits
Seven Concentration: Learning to focus
Eight Games people play on the court
Nine The meaning of competition
Ten The inner game off the court
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User reviews
LibraryThing member mkstansbery
I loved this book. Though I read it many, many, many years ago, its premise has applied well in tennis, in learning dance choreography, basketball, Tae Kwon Do and even interviewing! It's true, our subconscious sometimes doesn't know the difference between actually doing something and rehearsing in
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our minds. This is an effective tool and technique applicable in many areas of life. I'm rating from memory, of course, as it has been probably 20 or more years since my first reading of this book, but its premise remains within my arsenal of life techniques and winning strategies. Show Less
LibraryThing member Kanutz
Be still, my mind, and start to appreciate the beauty that surrounds you. Do not let the habit of measuring things up encroach on your measuring human worth. You do not have to prove yourself to anybody, including yourself. See things for what they are. Be in the moment. Do not be uptight in
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self-improvement. Trust thyself, learn to let go. -- A fabulous must-read book. Show Less
LibraryThing member jpsnow
Self #2, please let self #1 play.
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ISBN
679778318
Publication
Random House Trade Paperbacks New York
Original publication date
1972