Review: Improve Your Athletic Performance Today
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 9, 2012
A great read for both novice and experienced athletes alike. The author addresses the two chief components of athletic preparation in actionable detail: the mental and the physical.By using mental rehearsal and visualization techniques, the author explains that the athlete can improve performance in their chosen sport -- often in dramatic fashion. To use an example from personal experience, let's say you want to bench press 250 pounds. Physical preparation aside, by visualizing a successful lift over and over, in great detail, it will help to dispel doubts and actually bring you closer to that goal.Tony also goes into detail about physical preparation. Of particular interest to me was establishing specific and measurable goals, and working inside of a periodization model -- both of which have helped me tremendously in the gym.Far too many novice athletes just go through the motions at the gym. They show up, spend too much time doing all the wrong things, and then wonder why they aren't progressing. Tony's book is a wake-up call for people stuck in this rut and will help you make meaningful and regular progress, whether in the gym or performing whatever sport you love.It's an easy read and, most importantly, provides tips that you can act on immediately to improve your performance today.Highly recommend. Can't wait for the next book by Tony!