Tennis Quote & Article of the Day: Focusing on Effort

"Focusing on the effort [which you can control], rather than the goal can help keep your brain from getting in the way. . . The goal is somewhere off in the future. Forget about it. Just hit the ball, and run."

--Alex Korb Ph.D.
"Stop Thinking Positively - The secret to accomplishing the impossible"
Psychology Today (October 19, 2015) 

Tennis Quote of the Day: Chess & Poker and Building Tennis IQ

Tennis is 50% chess (at 90 MPH) and 50% poker. 

Most rec. players play tennis like checkers instead of chess.  
Chess = Thinking 2-3 shots deep into the point (not winging it) 
Poker = Not showing any emotions about how you're feeling (ESPN)

--Jorge Capestany, USPTA Master Professional
Capestany Tennis, Inc. 

Tennis Article of the Day: 15 Mistakes Tennis Players Need to Correct

Article: 15 Mistakes Tennis Players Need to Correct
Courtesy: By Federico Coppini, Tennis World

(17 November 2015) 

Tennis Photo of the Day: Hustle, Hit, Never Quit

Tennis Topic of the Day: Courage

Tennis Quote of the Day: Never Lose Heart

Tennis Photo of the Day: 8 Traits Which Elevate