Introduction Martial arts is a very thrilling sport and in that regard, it usually stimulates adrenaline whenever a player is getting into action. Nonetheless, in some cases, players have often suffered broken dreams because they wavered at the moment they were required to be fully in control of their actions and concentrate on the game. Developing anxiety is normal though the consequences if not handled properly can be very damaging as the player could commit an inexplicable error. Psychologists have over the years studied the way people behave in sports and have come to some very valuable conclusions that could affect performance. A martial artist who has ever been in any tough competition or had to fight in defense understands that to win, it needs input that is more than the good skills. There is no doubt that physical fitness and techniques are essential for superb performance. But competing in a very competitive environment is very tricky since it appears like a threatening environment. The ability to concentrate and control individual physiological arousal is very important and this will go a long way in helping the individual to be able to manage critical fears and self-doubts. Taking Control The martial artist has to begin by perfecting the skills. Mental factors become critical at this point in that during training, one has to ensure that he/she properly knows how to execute kicks, punches, submission, or takedowns (Burton & Raedeke, 2008, p. 291). These are to be achieved by the physical strength of the brain. Applying psychology in martial arts seems like a new undertaking but elite players are already practicing the essential skills and have done this for years now even when it was not clear to them that it was psychology(Chapman et al, 1997, 1273). Great examples include legend and martial arts expert Bruce Lee. Winning Feeling this means that the player should not tense, but try to calm down and feel ready not thinking about the strength of the opponent but dreaming of being determined flexible, aware, and alive(Burton & Raedeke, 2008, p. 291). The martial artist is encouraged to dream about the best game where he/she performed the topmost skills then recall all the details that create the feeling of winning. The most significant characteristics of a winning strategy will just come to mind. This can assist in having optimum competition as the mind is set to win. This is that ability to regulate anxiety and stay in control of the physiological arousal especially considering that there is a tough game coming up ahead. Being under pressure, the body is forced to respond in a way that should depict preparedness for optimal performance. Yet in reality, the reaction can vary (Burton & Raedeke, 2008, p. 292). The martial artist should be able to adapt to the best skill for them rather than copy what others do. Centering This is a unique strategy that entails concentrating individual thought on the center of the body just behind the navel. This technique is beneficial when there is a break in the course of the game (Weiser et al, 1995, p. 118). The action brings a calming effect on the player where he/she can gain control again and offers a simple but efficient way of counteracting the depressing outcome of anxiety. An individual stands up-right with the feet flat, hangs the arms loosely, and ho