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7-Day Mental Skills and Physical Training Plan for Hurlers
A close-up shot of a hurling stick balancing a sliotar, highlighting the essentials of the traditional Irish sport against a blurred...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 162 min read
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Ten Competitive Pressure Chipping Drills
Here are ten competitive pressure chipping drills for your golf game. Let's start to make golf more competitive on the practice range. 1....

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 162 min read
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Ten Competitive Pressure Putting Drills
Aerial view of a beautifully maintained golf course green, showcasing strategically placed sand bunkers and vibrant flags, surrounded by...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 162 min read
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The Mental Game Plan: How to Practice Golf Like a Champion
“Practice doesn’t make perfect. Practice makes permanent. ” But what you make permanent depends on how you practice—not just physically,...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 153 min read
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Mental Game Plan for a Golf Competition
Here's a Mental Game Plan for a Golf Competition , covering pre-competition , during the round , and post-round strategies to help you...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 152 min read
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8-Week Mental Game Plan for Gaelic Football
Here is a mental game plan for Gaelic football to help you get the most from your game. Core Objectives: Enhance focus, composure, and...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 143 min read
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16-Week Mental Game Plan for Competitive Golfers
Here is a 16-Week Golfer Mental Game Plan for Competitive Golfers , structured to progressively develop and reinforce the psychological...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 143 min read
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Midfielder Mental Game Plan
Midfielder Mental Game Plan (CM / CDM / CAM / Wingers) Mental Demands: Split-second decision-making under pressure Switching between...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 142 min read
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Position-Specific Mental Game Plans for Football Players
Here are position-specific mental game plans for professional football players, tailored for the unique cognitive, emotional, and...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 142 min read
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16-Week Mental Game Plan for Professional Football Players
Here is a 16-week structured mental game plan for professional football players , ideal for integration alongside physical and tactical...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 144 min read
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Mental Game Plan for Professional Footballers
🧠 Purpose: To optimize mental performance across training, matches, and recovery—ensuring consistent high-level execution under...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 144 min read
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Mental Game Plan for a Competitive Golfer: Detailed Example
1. Pre-Shot Routine Area : Consistency + Confidence Strategy : Develop a consistent and automatic pre-shot routine that calms nerves,...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 143 min read
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How Sport Psychologists Can Help Golfers: A Comprehensive Guide
Golf is as much a mental game as it is physical. Unlike fast-paced team sports, golf is slow, solitary, and leaves ample room for the...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 144 min read
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Overcoming Fear of Failure: Embracing Challenges to Grow and Learn
Fear of failure is a common human experience. It can paralyze us and prevent us from moving forward in life, whether in our personal...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 95 min read
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Overcoming Mental Challenges: Resilience Strategies for Endurance Athletes
Engaging in endurance sports is as much a mental challenge as it is a physical one. Athletes often face significant psychological...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 94 min read
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Why Writing Out Your Goals Gets Better Results Than Just Thinking About Them
When it comes to achieving your goals—whether in sports, academics, business, or personal life— writing our your goals consistently leads...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 23 min read
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Loosen Up to Level Up: Physical Ways to Reduce Tension in Your Golf Game
Golf is a strange sport. The slower and smoother you swing, the farther and straighter the ball tends to go. But what happens when...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 23 min read
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Champion Mindset vs. Average Golfer: The Mental Game in Tough Lies
If golf is a game played between the ears, then it’s the way players respond to adversity that separates champions from the rest. Every...

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 23 min read
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The Psychology of Failure: Turning Setbacks into Comebacks in Sports
In the competitive world of sports, setbacks and failures are often viewed as devastating blows to an athlete's career. However, these...

Dr Paul McCarthy
Mar 53 min read
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Mental Resilience in Sports: What Elite Athletes Know About Bouncing Back
A woman performing a lunge exercise in a dimly lit studio, emphasizing strength and focus. "I have failed over and over and over again in...

Dr Paul McCarthy
Mar 58 min read
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