Mental toughness the mindset behind sporting achievement

Mental toughness is one of the most common terms used in sport - by athletes, coaches, spectators and the media. However, it is also one of the least understood terms. This book examines the characteristics and development of mentally tough sport performers, and presents the cutting-edge research in...

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Main Author: Sheard, Michael, 1968-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Hove, East Sussex ; New York Routledge 2012.
Edition:2nd ed.
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