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PGA Golfer Kevin Na-Seeks Sports Psychologist's Help: "Na"

Dr R — Sat, 26 May 2012 22:59:17 GMT

PGA tour player, Kevin Na says he knows what he is doing and has a fix to speed up his snail-like play. Yet, he is worried that his fix will harm his golf game.

Na mentioned he never entertained the thought of seeking the help of a sports psychologist. One wonders, why this is? If he hurt his wrist, would he immediately seek the help of a trainer or physician?

Why does Na and other athletes feel they can handle their mental game but not their physical game? He and other athletes continually try new equipment, exercise, engage in physical practice and good nutrition to establish a physical edge. But, why do they ignore the most important aspects of their sport, their mind and emotions?

I will not try to speculate why Na or other athletes are choosing to be their own mental training expert. There are articles listing seventy plus reasons why athletes shun sports psychologists, mental trainers.

This blog is only to point out the absurdity of their approach because research and empirical results clearly shows the benefits of a good mental trainer.

To learn techniques for Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, PNPR™, Non-Invasive Pain Management, Concussion Symptom Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

Hip-Flexor Injury Sidelines Mercury's Taurasi

Dr R — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:40:02 GMT

The Phoenix Mercury's Diana Tausai sat out the season-opening loss to Minnesota Lynx with a hip-flexor injury.

It is possible, by using PNPR™ <http://www.reliefforyou.com/page7.html>, she could have been available for her team. They may not have won, but having Taursai available would have given the team the best chance to win.

"Dr. Petras worked on my son who was a high school senior. It was the day of an important game, and Mark was not supposed to be able to play because of a hip-flexor injury. Dr. Petras removed the pain, Mark started on both offense and defense, had a pass interception and punted for a 40-yard average." Vic Wallace - Head Football Coach, University of St. Thomas, MN, Lambuth University, Jackson, TN

To learn techniques for Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, PNPR™, Non-Invasive Pain Management, Concussion Symptom Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

Pitching: A Level-headed Approach

Dr R — Mon, 21 May 2012 20:11:40 GMT

There are many ways to approach pitching. One approach is to be level-headed, a Joe Cool, laid-back or never-let-them-see-you-sweat type of pitcher.

The important item here is that there is emotion involved in this and every approach to pitching. Emotions are part of our psyche and need to be channeled properly. Unchecked emotion can cause disaster on the mound as well as on a freeway. Whether you show a lot of emotion or very little or whether it is positive or negative is not as important as how you deal with it.

It has been said, "The problem is not what happened, it is your reaction to the problem that is telling."

It would be very beneficial if athletes spent time learning about emotions and how they can improve or devastate performance. A good mental trainer can help. Sometimes you just can not do it yourself.

To learn techniques for Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, PNPR™, Non-Invasive Pain Management, Concussion Symptom Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

Baseball Injuries-The New Treatment Frontier

Dr R — Mon, 21 May 2012 20:04:25 GMT

Headlines

"Nationals C Wilson Ramos suffers knee (ACL) injury." He is the 11th Nationals player to go on the disabled list this season.¹
"On the mend. " D-Backs players hurt and still out: Chris Young (CF), Daniel Hudson (RHP) and Steven Drew (SS).²

Is there a way to manage injuries and get players safely back on the field more quickly then with present conventional standard medicine (CSM) and training methods?

There is a method called PsychoNeuro Pain Response™³ that has helped players return to play safely and quickly.

Case 1-MLB Pitcher, Shoulder
During Cactus league spring training, a pitcher was referred to me by the team chiropractor. He had been in therapy for a shoulder injury, for approximately six months. He still had limited range of motion and was in a lot of pain. Using only mental techniques, in approximately 20 minutes, he was pain-free with complete range of motion.

Case 2- Runner Injures First Baseman-Rapid Return
On Wednesday, June 23, 2010, a first baseman was knocked unconscious. He received a broken wrist, a concussion with amnesia and a cut in his eyelid and brow requiring stitches. While he was fielding a throw from the third baseman, the batter ran into him. Two days after his accident, June 25, I taught the first baseman visualization techniques to eliminate his pain and speed his healing. His pain immediately decreased. On June 29, the day before his appointment with an orthopedic physician, he had another session with me. During this session, he practiced visualization techniques to further speed his recovery.

The next day, June 30, exactly one week after his injuries, the athlete saw an orthopedic surgeon. His mother said that when the surgeon saw the X-ray, he asked if the injury was a year to one and a half years old. When told it was one week old, he could not believe it. The following week, two weeks after the wrist was broken, the orthopedic surgeon removed the player’s cast. He indicated that he had never removed a cast earlier than six weeks before. “It was amazing,” he said.

Case 3- Pitcher and Outfielder: Wrist & Shoulder
On Saturday (2/26/11), I worked with two college softball players, a pitcher and an outfielder, to prepare for their spring tour. Their AD/Coach asked if I could help with the players’ injuries. Both, under the care of the team trainer, had shoulder injuries with a lot of accompanying pain. The pitcher also had a painful wrist injury. After the initial session, which lasted approximately one hour each, neither experienced any pain. The trainer was amazed and pleased. Upon follow-up (four days later), neither felt any pain since the initial session. On Monday (2/28/11), the pitcher was strong, confident and able to pitch and do push-ups without any pain. By the way, the sessions were over the phone.

To learn techniques for Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, PNPR™, Non-Invasive Pain Management, Concussion Symptom Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com (type relief4u2 in search bar). To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

¹Arizona Republic, MLB Notes, 5/14/12.
²Arizona Republic, Notes, 5/14/12
³PsychoNeuro Pain Response™ (PNPR™) also called Talking Away Pain™ (TAP™) <http://www.reliefforyou.com/page7.html>

A unique way to get enough quality reps

Dr R — Sat, 19 May 2012 19:48:13 GMT

Research shows that when visualizing an activity, the muscles that are normally involved in that activity fire. For example, an alpine skier visualizing her run down the hill and through the gates has the same muscles fire as if she were actually skiing down the hill. This allows the athlete to gain muscle memory for the activity.

Research also shows that visualizing an activity alone improves performance comparable, at times, to physical practice. Visualization with some physical reps should yield the most improvement.

So, if the Arizona Cardinals would like their sixth round pick, quarterback-Ryan Lindley, to get enough reps, what if they had him working with a mental trainer going over the reps in his mind?*

Actually, this would be good for all the players to practice.

To learn techniques for sports performance, self-confidence, mental training, PNPR™, non-invasive pain management, concussion symptom management (CSM) contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com (type relief4u2 in search bar). To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

*Arizona Republic, "Rookies pass early test-Finding time" by Kent Somers, 5/14/12 <http://www.usatoday.com/USCP/PNI/Sports/2012-05-14-PNI0514spt-CardinalsPNIBrd_ST_U.htm>

Could Coach Expectations Reduce Player Potential?

Dr R — Sat, 19 May 2012 19:36:51 GMT

A newspaper article* noted that Arizona Cardinal defensive players, Jamell Fleming out of Oklahoma in the third round and Justin Bethel out of Presbyterian in the sixth round performed as defensive coordinator Horton expected.

What if both players were expected to perform the same? There is research indicating that students (athletes) perform to the level that they expected to perform. A "self-fulfilling prophecy" can develop, even if it is wrong.

To learn techniques for sports performance, self-confidence, mental training, PNPR™, non-invasive pain management, concussion symptom management (CSM) contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com (type relief4u2 in search bar). To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

*Arizona Republic, May 14, 2012, "Rookies pass early test," by Kent Somers <http://www.usatoday.com/USCP/PNI/Sports/2012-05-14-PNI0514spt-CardinalsPNIBrd_ST_U.htm>

Improper injury management impedes recovery

Dr R — Sat, 19 May 2012 19:21:07 GMT

Proper injury management must include the mental, psychological aspects of the injury. This will allow the athlete to heal completely and more quickly. The athlete needs to feel wanted and remain a part of the team.

Omar Bolden, Denver Broncos rookie talks about his (ACL-left knee) and his friends' injury management.*

"I've seen many of my friends go through the same injury (ACL) and distance themselves from everything, from football and friends."

To learn techniques for sports performance, self-confidence, mental training, PNPR™, non-invasive pain management, concussion symptom management (CSM) contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com (type relief4u2 in search bar). To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

*Arizona Republic, "Bolden touts optimistic vision while trying to make Broncos" by AP <http://www.usatoday.com/USCP/PNI/Sports/2012-05-14-PNI0514spt-nflnbPNIBrd_ST_U.htm>

Worry and Negative Thinking=Slump

Dr R — Sat, 12 May 2012 22:54:44 GMT

D-Backs Ryan Roberts talks about his slump*.

"I was worrying about results and pressing...All that negative thought process just buries you...I quit worrying...and the results came."

Worry is an emotion and emotions are very much tied to an athlete's performance. Time needs to be allotted for mental and emotional training. Correct thinking just like physical training. 3-5 minutes before and after practice would be a good start.

So what do you do in these 3-5 minutes? How do you utilize this time? A good mental trainer could design a program for your team or individual players.

Tip: If the players did nothing else but repeat "I am becoming more and more self-confident, each day and each way," for these 3-5 minutes, the team and each individual would see a positive change.

To learn techniques for sports performance, self-confidence, mental training, PNPR™, non-invasive pain management, concussion symptom management (CSM) contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com (type relief4u2 in search bar). To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

*Pitch and catch with...Ryan Roberts by Bob Young, Arizona Republic, 5/11/12.

D-Backs Upton-"The Biggest Thing I Learned"

Dr R — Sat, 12 May 2012 21:57:05 GMT

Upton stated* that the biggest thing he has learned since he was a rookie is in his mental approach. "I wish I had known to relax and play the game...You're competing against other people's words sometimes. The older you get the more you realize that those words don't matter..."

This begs the question, Why wasn't he taught the mental game in high school, college or the minors? Was he afforded the opportunity to learn these skills and refused or wasn't the opportunity presented? There are bench coaches, pitching coaches, managers and more. Why aren't there mental training coaches? Oh! There are some, but how many are there and how are they utilized?

To learn techniques for Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, PNPR™, Non-Invasive Pain Management, Concussion Symptom Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com (type relief4u2 in search bar). To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

*Arizona Republic by Nick Piecoro, "Great Expectations," Friday, May 4, 2012, p. C4.

Proper Thinking = Proper Pitching Mechanics

Dr R — Sat, 12 May 2012 21:55:57 GMT

D-Backs Head Coach Gibson discussed Craig Breslow's pitching: On Wednesday, he entered and escaped a two-on, none-out jam in the eighth inning. "I think he's getting arm strength and he's getting locked in with his mechanics..."*

Nothing against Coach Gibson or other MLB coaches, but you very seldom hear them talk, in depth, about the mental side of pitching. Why is that? There is evidence indicating that improper thinking changes the mechanics. So, wouldn't it make sense to work on both?

To learn techniques for Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, PNPR™, Non-Invasive Pain Management, Concussion Symptom Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

*D-Backs Notes: Arizona Republic, Friday, May 4, 2012, "Breslow shining."

Obesity-We are more than just a body

Dr R — Sat, 12 May 2012 21:54:46 GMT

In 2030, 42% of American adults are projected to be obese and 11% severely obese.* Researchers incorporated variables that they believe affect obesity rates. These variables focus on exercise and nutrition.

Our country and the research community just do not get it. We are mind-body-spirit not just a body. Unless the mind and spiritual aspects of the individual are addressed there is no hope to reduce or control obesity.

To learn techniques for weight-loss <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlYdsjr7o9c>, self-confidence, mental training, PNPR™ and more contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

*Study: 42% likely to be obese by 2030 by David Brown, Washington Post. Arizona Republic, 5/8/12, pg A5.

Hitting with Runners in Scoring Position

Dr R — Sat, 12 May 2012 21:53:49 GMT

Did you know (using the 1987 National League data) when there are no runners on base with 2 outs, the team will score, on the average, only 0.1 runs, and when the bases are loaded with no outs, the expected runs scored is 2.15. (p. 4)¹

Recently* D-Backs Manager Kirk Gibson cited an important statistic--hitting with runners in scoring position. "We need to get those guys going with runners in scoring position."

That sounds great. So, how does a coach get a player do that? What is the reason(s) why players are not producing? Is there a magic formula coaches can use? Or is pressure put on the player to perform in these situations without any concrete method to assist?

Clutch hitting effects, if they exist, are likely small in magnitude and detectable using player data from many seasons. There is a great deal of literature on the existence of clutch hitting in baseball -- see Bronstein (2001), James (1984), Grabiner (1993), Neyer (1999) and Zaidlin (1999) for some recent work. The conclusions from all of these papers echo the results found here – the authors find little evidence of clutch ability in baseball data. (p. 14)¹

Also, did you know that batters are generally more effective when there are runners on 2nd and/or 3rd and there are 1 or 2 outs versus no outs? The least effective situations are with the bases loaded. This is reasonable, since the pitcher is reluctant to walk the batter and there are a number of ways of producing an out. (p. 6)

To learn techniques for Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, PNPR™, Non-Invasive Pain Management, Concussion Symptom Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

*Gibson: Lineup needs to start driving in runs by Nick Piecoro, 5/7/12, Arizona Republic.

¹Hitting with Runners in Scoring Position by Jim Albert, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Bowling Green State University, November 25, 2001.

Knick's Lin's Healing Alternative

Dr R — Sat, 12 May 2012 21:52:19 GMT

Knick's G Jeremy Lin's healing, in the final stages, is progressing more slowly than anticipated. There is an art to healing and injury management. Imagine being able to safely to return to play in 1/3-1/2 the time, at a high level, with a great mental attitude.

A method called PsychoNeuro Pain Response™ (PNPR™) also called Talking Away Pain™ (TAP™) is doing just that.

Phoenix Suns use alternative therapies <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eau5SIpoTFc>

Football Player-eliminates shoulder, ankle and shin pain <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcs1Wm4G0QQ>

“I had never seen such a rapid improvement in a injured athlete’s symptoms in all my 15 years of Sports Medicine. The PsychoNeuro Pain Response™ (PNPR™) Technique is very safe and effective in reducing pain and improving range of motion. I highly recommend his service to both professional and amateur organizations wishing to accelerate the return to play of their athletes.” Dr. Gary Greenberg, M.D., FRCPC - Medical Director, Sports Medicine, Emergency Medicine Physician, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

“As athletic therapist for the Hull Olympiques, a Major Junior Hockey Team in Hull, Quebec (Canada), I have examined athletes both prior to and after the intervention. I have observed rapid recovery that I did not believe possible. In the three years that I have worked closely with Dr. Petras, I have come to the conclusion that the technique is both very safe and effective... I highly recommend...” Serge Haché - Athletic Therapist, Hull Olympiques (Canadian National Champions), Hull, Québec, Canada

“A major factor in our winning the championship, was Dr. Ray Petras...Just before the playoffs, Dr. Petras worked with our injured athletes to relieve their pain and speed their healing. Many of these athletes were not expected to play because of their injuries. Not only did they play, but they played superbly. Dr. Petras worked closely with our doctors and trainer...when we got into a slump, we flew in Dr. Petras and in less that a week, he was able to help us get back on track...I am impressed with Dr. Petras’ expertise...He is likable, knows his role, is low key and was never a distraction. He has been a tremendous asset to my athletes, coaches and me. I highly recommend...” Robert Mongrain - Head Coach, NHL - former player, Hull Olympics (Canadian National Champions), Hull, Québec, Canada

“Dr. Petras was a major factor in the success of the team (Division champions, Canadian rank - five)...with his special pain management technique players were able to control their pain and play...In cases such as dislocations, he was able to expedite the healing process. Injuries that normally took four to five weeks, would take half the time...Dr. Petras always worked in conjunction with our team doctor and athletic therapist...Our captain had a cruciate ligament operation and with Dr. Petras’ help was back in half the time it would normally take...we had six players injured...he flew out and within a couple of days, under the supervision of our doctor, five of the players were ready to play...I can’t help but feel that Dr. Petras would make a strong contribution to your team’s success. When Dr. Petras reduces the time lost due to an injury, the player and the team both benefit. It’s a win, win combination.” Michel Goulet - Head Hockey Coach, OUAA East Division Coach of the Year, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Italian National Coach and 2006 Italian Olympic Coach.

To learn techniques for PNPR™, Non-Invasive Pain Management, Concussion Symptom Management, Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training and more contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, PNPR™ developer. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com (type relief4u2). To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

Face Lift & Dropped Palate - Nonsurgical

Dr R — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:39:54 GMT

The following procedure was recommended to a 67 year old man with a dropped palate. Also, a woman used it on her 70 year old mother and found it rejuvenated the appearance of her entire face.

Procedure: "Tie up a piece of hair in the center of the head. Keep it tied up like a wig. Tie this tighter each day. Every three days, make it a little bit tighter, a little bit tighter; it'll raise the palate and the entire face--giving you a 'face lift.'" (Dr. Reilly writes in his book entitled, "The Edgar Cayce Handbook For Health," Cayce reading 3632-1, p. 289)

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Dr. Raymond J. Petras, Health Management Specialist, Non-invasive pain/injury management, elite sports performance. View his website www.reliefforyou.com and YouTube.com, type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him go to his contact page at his website: www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html

London Olympic Games-Injured Athletes, Limited Medical Options

Dr R — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:45:13 GMT

With the 2012 London Olympic Games close at hand, some athletes are feeling uneasy. If injured, there are limited options. Drug testing limits what medications are available and most surgery is out of the question. The option most often used is a combination of limited drug use and physical therapy. Chiropractic and osteopathic manipulations have also been of great help when applicable and made available.

There is another method called PyschoNeuro Pain Response™ (PNPR™) or Talking Away Pain™ (TAP™) <http://www.reliefforyou.com/page7.html>. It has been a lifesaver for many athletes and non-athletes alike. PNPR™ is a technique that offers hope for health by engaging the conscious mind in interesting, focused, neutral or positive self-talk while the mind/body automatically improves in the quickest, most efficient and healthful way possible.

In the article, "A Pep Talk for The Pain,"¹ Ron Backes, an Olympic shot-putter, talks about his use of PNPR™ to deal with his knee pain.

The article also mentions Head Football Coaches John Gagliardi, St. John's University, MN and Vic Wallace, former at Lambuth, Jackson, TN (presently at Rockford College, IL) experience with PNPR™. Wallace explains how, over-the-phone, his All-American tightend on crutches, was helped in 45 minutes then practiced at full speed. He helped his team win the next two games and go to the nationals. A first for the school.

To perform your best, Backes also counsels young athletes about developing mental strength:

“...The various techniques of visualization and relaxation helped me to focus and gave me a quiet confidence I needed to perform at my very best...I think it is essential for athletes, especially young athletes, to develop their mental strength as well as their physical strength. It is a guaranteed edge in today’s competitive world of athletics.” Ron Backes - Olympian, 1992, Shot put, Barcelona, Spain

Mental techniques are can help with both performance and injury/pain management. There are safe, effective and long lasting ways like PNPR™ to help athletes prepare for an important event after an injury.

To learn techniques for Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, PNPR™, Non-Invasive Pain Management, Concussion Symptom Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, PNPR™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

¹"A Pep Talk for The Pain," by Leslie Brooks Suzukamo, St. Paul Pioneer Press, Thursday, August 1, 1996.

Boccieri Golf-Heavy Putters, More

Dr R — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 22:43:51 GMT

Boccieri Golf may improve your game. Check out their clubs, secret grip and fitting area at their Research and Performance Center <https://www.boccierigolf.com/>.

To learn techniques for The Mental Side of Golf, Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, TAP™, Non-Invasive Pain Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, TAP™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

Golf's Mental Game - 'I gave it away'

Dr R — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 23:39:28 GMT

"It had to be my mind," said Spencer Levin in an interview by Scott Bordow <http://www.azcentral.com/sports/golf/articles/2012/02/06/20120206waste-management-phoenix-open-spencer-levin-admits-gave-away.html> after his 6-shot lead disappeared entering into Sunday's final round, at the Waste Management Phoenix Open.

One week earlier, at the Farmers Insurance Open, Kyle Stanley, this week's winner, blew a 3-shot lead on the final hole then lost to Brandt Snedeker in a play-off.

What happened to these two outstanding golfers? Is it the mental game as they say? If so, shouldn't they be spending more time honing their mental skills instead of spending it on the practice tee?

Mental mistakes are costly in all sports. Why do coaches and players profess the importance of the mental side of sports while spending very little if any time in mental training?

To learn techniques for Concussion Symptom Management, Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, TAP™, Non-Invasive Pain Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, TAP™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

Mental Strategies to Cope with Sports Injury

Dr R — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:21:30 GMT

In a sports psychology podcast (January 29, 2012), Dr. Patrick Cohn, interviews Dr. Raymond J. Petras, a sports performance and injury pain management expert. Dr. Petras has served as the team doctor for World Cup Speed Skating, USA Soccer, and LPGA Solheim Cup.

Drs. Cohn and Petras talked about mental techniques to cope with pain and speed the healing process after a sports injury.

Listen to this month’s sports psychology podcast to learn how to improve your performance in sports and other mental game barriers that limit your performance. <http://www.peaksports.com/sports_psychology_blog/?p=2437>

To learn techniques for Concussion Symptom Management, Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, TAP™, Non-Invasive Pain Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, TAP™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

Learning Mental Training Techniques At An Early Age

Dr R — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 23:22:48 GMT

A Recent Article

Reggie Malz, New Jersey Youth Coaching Examiner, January 1, 2012 interviewed Dr. Raymond J. Petras about mental training techniques for athletes.

In short, Dr. Petras believes that children should be taught mental training. If this is done, they will improve their life and performance immeasurably." Read the article <http://www.examiner.com/youth-coaching-in-newark/dr-raymond-petas> and his examples about a young gymnast and an Olympic hopeful swimmer.

To learn techniques for Concussion Symptom Management, Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, TAP™, Non-Invasive Pain Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, TAP™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.

The TAP™ Technique for Pain Management

Dr R — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 03:27:41 GMT

In the New Jersey Youth Coaching Examiner, January 1, 2012, Reggie Malz interviewed Dr. Raymond J. Petras about his safe, non-invasive pain management technique called Talking Away Pain™ (TAP™). It is also called PsychNeuro Pain Response™ (PNPR™) <http://www.reliefforyou.com/page7.html>.

In the article, Dr. Petras reports on two interesting cases. One involves a first baseman involved in a collision with the batter and two softball players with shoulder injuries.

Read the article, "Dr. Raymond Petras knows techniques to help decrease pain from injuries." <http://www.examiner.com/youth-coaching-in-newark/dr-raymond-petras-knows-techniques-to-help-decrease-pain-from-injuries>

To learn techniques for Concussion Symptom Management, Sports Performance, Self-Confidence, Mental Training, TAP™, Non-Invasive Pain Management contact: Dr. Raymond J. Petras, elite sports performance expert, mental trainer, TAP™ developer and non-invasive pain/injury management expert. View his website <www.reliefforyou.com> and YouTube.com , type relief4u2 in search bar for more information. To email him <drpetras@reliefforyou.com> or go to his contact page at: <www.reliefforyou.com/page3.html >. Follow him on Twitter @relief4u2.