This unique book unlocks for the first time the mental secrets of fencing -- the powers that distinguish the top champions. And Aladar Kogler backs up his stunning claims with solid facts from the latest scientific research.  The good news is that we can develop and train these powers! Aladar Kogler gives us an indispensable step-by-step training program. You'll learn tactics as well as theory, plus bout psychology, mental tips to use during training, and much more. The goal is to fence "With detachment -- effortlessly -- one touch at a time!"

One Touch at a Time: Psychological Processes in Fencing

Kogler, Aladar

SKA Swordplay

A complete revision and substantial expansion of the first edition of Aladar Kogler's instant classic. This unique book looks at the key attributes that make elite fencers into world champions. Then it shows how you can develop these traits in yourself-- how you can strengthen yourself mentally to meet fencing's unique demands. Specific recommendations for your sense of distance, sense of tempo, bout preparation, bout psychology, and tactics. And there's much more, including a general program of mental preparation that extends to all aspects of life. Written especially for coaches but a must-read for all competitors.

One Touch At A Time: Psychological Aspects Of Fencing

Sports & Outdoors

Miscellaneous

SKA SwordPlay Books

Discover how the ancient science of yoga can help you achieve peak physical abilities while helping you to balance your mind and body, when you use the easy techniques in Yoga for Athletes by Aladar Kogler, Ph.D. Written by the five-time Olympic fencing coach and Director of the Columbia University Sports Psychology Research Laboratory, Yoga for Athletes shows how you can improve your life with as little as 10 minutes of yoga practice a day. How is this possible? It is a well-documented fact that bodily processes, such as heart rate and blood flow, can be influenced by your will. To the athlete, this means that the key to peak physical performance lies within your own power over mind and body. Yoga for Athletes shows you how to use yoga, the oldest known form of self-development, to achieve physical and mental control, improve your sports training and performance, and enhance your everyday life in just minutes a day. ·Learn self-regulation (mind/body control) ·Increase strength and flexibility ·Improve concentration ·Regenerate the body after training and competition ·Develop body awareness and self-discipline ·Increase self-confidence ·Relax and release tension ·Rehabilitate and prevent injury ·Maintain general good health ·Achieve peak performance, whatever your sport Designed for professional and semi-professional athletes ("weekend warriors," too), Yoga for Athletes offers a holistic training approach that unifies body, mind, and spirit. The techniques presented here are effective, whether you are aiming for top competitive results, want better physical health and flexibility, or are seeking a greater sense of well-being. Learn how to use yogic postures (asanas), breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation to achieve optimum health when you get Yoga for Athletes.

Yoga for Every Athlete: Secrets of an Olympic Coach (Llewellyn's Strategies for Success)

Llewellyn Publications

Preparing the Mind: Improving Fencing Performance Through Psychological Preparation

Counter Parry Pr

BOOK. A self-guided Mental Training Program for Athletes.

Clearing the Path to Victory: A Self-Guided Mental Training Program for Athletes

Littell, David A.