To perform at the best in any sport we must be 100% not only on a physical level, but also on a psychological level. Do not miss this interesting article that they offer us in the Hello Paddle League Blog.
Padel World Press .- In paddle tennis, the mental factor acquires special importance for several reasons. The main one? It is a direct confrontation team sport in which both your attitude, and that of your partner, can be the key when it comes to winning or losing a match.
In order to improve the concentration with which to face any crash, below we will offer you a total of five tips that will help you make your mind become another weapon when it comes to winning games.
Concentration from before you start: The game starts from before entering the court. From the warm-up itself, it would be advisable to try to relax, breathe deeply and start by setting goals for yourself on the track.
It is very important to know how to limit negative thoughts and, if they appear, you should try to replace them with a positive attitude, always supporting your partner. Do not forget that you and your partner are one and, therefore, motivation, concentration and self-control is also a team effort.
Go point to point: Do not be aware of the score at all times. Each point is important, so it should be played as if it were the last. It may sound cliché but going point to point allows the duel to turn around at any time. For example: if you are losing a game 40-0 and you get ready to win each point, you can force the deuce (40-40) and, with it, make the pressure go to the other side of the court. In a sport with such a strong psychological factor, every point counts.
Think about the track and only in the game: That may be one of the reasons why the paddle engages so much: and it is that the best does not always win. If you play an intelligent game, analyzing the weaknesses and strengths of your rivals before and during the match, you will be able to win matches in which the level of your opponents is higher.
The advice: keep calm and try to exploit the weaknesses of the opponent and minimize yours.
Encourage your partner, do not criticize him: It is of little use for one member of the couple to be fully motivated and mentalized if the 'other half' is not. You must enter the same level of concentration on the track in order to be a solid duo, that intimidates rivals and that always comes out with the idea of achieving victory no matter how difficult it is.
If your partner fails, do not criticize or be angry with him. Support him and help him bring out his best version.
Deportividad before the defeat: Put all your energy and all your desire ... Fight to the end. If you leave everything on the track, the defeat will be less harsh. There are times when the rival is better and you have to assume it with sportsmanship.
Showing respect to your rivals knowing how to accept a defeat is the best way to demonstrate nobility and education.
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