Athletes in the Zone

Performing "in the zone" for athletes often means being able to play or practice in a focused, energized, yet calm way in a variety of situations. The demands of competition and training, travel, injury, team conflict, maintaining motivation, and many other issues can challenge the high performing athlete to stay cool-headed, eliminate distractions, and respond with confidence and flexibility. Similarly weekend warriors and everyday athletes can improve their "focus factor" by developing their inner resources to practice and play with enjoyment and ease.

To assess your current ability to play in the zone, read through each item below and click on the number that best describes your degree of trust in each area.

(0 = no trust, 3 = some trust, 5 = complete trust)

My performance task/goal is


1. Trust Your Self:
I am self-confident and can perform at my skill sets.
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2. Trust Your Focus:
I am focused throughout my performance. My mind is firmly fixed on my desired outcome.
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3. Trust Your Feelings:
I have control of my thoughts; therefore, I have control of my moods and emotions.
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4. Trust Your Attitude:
I enjoy what I'm doing.
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5. Trust Your Ability:
I am capable. My natural talent, training, and hard work are sufficient to reach my goals.
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6. Trust Your Expectations:
My goals are reachable within the timeframe I have set.
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7. Trust Your Skills:
My skill sets are exceptional.
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8. Trust Your Mechanics:
I have developed excellent muscle memory.
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9. Trust Your Training:
I am physically prepared. My conditioning and health are excellent.
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10. Trust Your Routines:
I am prepared for excellence with my pre-performance habits.
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11. Trust Your Coaches:
I am learning all I can. There are no coaching gaps.
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12. Trust Your Teammates:
I understand my role and my teammates' roles.
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13. Trust Your Equipment:
I am competently equipped to perform at my skill sets.
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