Coach Alex
Mental Performance for Youth Athletes
Description
Alex Auerbach is a sport psychologist and mental performance coach who has worked with top athletes in the NBA, NFL, MLB, and Olympics. He currently serves as Director of Player Wellness and Development for the Toronto Raptors. With a background as a former college football coach and NFL employee, Alex brings a unique blend of expertise in wellness, high performance, performance under pressure, leadership, mindset training, systems optimization, and organizational development.
Suggested Questions
- In what ways can goal-setting help athletes overcome setbacks or challenges during extended competitions and maintain their motivation?
- What role does goal-setting play in helping athletes maintain motivation and focus throughout extended competitions?
- Can you share specific techniques or mental exercises that athletes use to stay engaged and motivated during long competitions or matches?
- Can you provide examples of how top athletes maintain focus and engagement during their games, even when things are going smoothly?
- How can I ensure that I stay mentally sharp and engaged in my golf practice and games, even when things are going smoothly?
- How can I differentiate between genuine injuries and when my -year-old is faking them during games?
- How can I effectively analyze my performance in past games to identify areas for improvement?
- How can I use visualization techniques to boost my confidence before a big game or performance?
- How can I help a player stay motivated and accountable towards achieving their smaller milestones within the specific time frames?
- How can I help a player break down their long-term goal into smaller, manageable milestones with specific time frames?