{"product_id":"the-other-talent-the-curiously-complex-role-of-mental-health-in-athletic-greatness-and-why-its-never-too-late-to-harness-your-potential-9781637745458","title":"The Other Talent: The Curiously Complex Role of Mental Health in Athletic Greatness and Why It's Never Too Late to Harness Your Potential","description":"\u003cb\u003eTake a deep dive into the psychology that drives legendary athletes to push themselves to the limits of human ability--elevating them from good to great.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOn the playing field, natural talent isn't enough--there's a mental component that determines whether athletes win the race or wipe out before the finish line. But what separates standout sports stars from the rest? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn a paradigm-shifting new theory, acclaimed sportswriter Matt Fitzgerald identifies two key traits behind athletic success: strict self-regulation over thoughts and emotions and an unquenchable psychological need to pursue victory--even when it means enduring extreme mental and physical suffering. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrawing on modern psychology, neuroscience, and performance theory, The Other Talent offers a fascinating exploration of the best athletes' winning mindset, revealing how you can tap into your own potential and strengthen your self-discipline for better emotional intelligence and sustainable performance improvements.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eReaders will learn: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003e Why physical talent does not guarantee athletic achievement--and how high achievers get the most out of what they have \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e How mental-health challenges and deep psychological needs can empower and propel athletes to succeed \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e The key differences between athletes who enjoy success early in life vs athletes who find their stride as adults \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e The relatable struggles of legendary athletes--including barrier-breaking boxing champion Jack Johnson and record-breaking 63-year-old marathon runner Mariko Yugeto \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAn eye-opening journey into sports philosophy and the competitive nature of the human mind, \u003ci\u003eThe Other Talent\u003c\/i\u003e is a galvanizing resource for both amateur and elite athletes, coaches, parents, and anyone in pursuit of excellence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/correctionsbookstore.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=AUTH-16158006\"\u003eMatt Fitzgerald\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Benbella Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/13\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 272\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.66lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.95h x 6.05w x 0.76d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781637745458\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1637745451\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC Categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/correctionsbookstore.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-SPO\"\u003eSports \u0026amp; Recreation\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/correctionsbookstore.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-SPO041000\"\u003eSports Psychology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/correctionsbookstore.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-SEL\"\u003eSelf-Help\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/correctionsbookstore.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-SEL027000\"\u003ePersonal Growth | Success\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/correctionsbookstore.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-PSY\"\u003ePsychology\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/correctionsbookstore.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-PSY023000\"\u003ePersonality\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMatt Fitzgerald\u003c\/b\u003e is an acclaimed author of many bestselling books on the subject of sports, including \u003ci\u003eRacing Weight\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e80\/20 Running\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eHow Bad Do You Want It?\u003c\/i\u003e An experienced coach, he cofounded 80\/20 Endurance, the world's most popular online provider of training resources for endurance athletes. He also created and directs Dream Run Camp, a Flagstaff, Arizona-based retreat that enables runners of all abilities to experience the elite-athlete lifestyle. In 2021, he founded the Coaches of Color Initiative, which aims to improve diversity in endurance sports through a comprehensive coaching apprenticeship program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Benbella Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45844252459183,"sku":"9781637745458","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/9255\/8767\/files\/img_1aa460b5-0b84-470b-9835-c419b476eed6.jpg?v=1756917102","url":"https:\/\/www.correctionsbookstore.com\/es\/products\/the-other-talent-the-curiously-complex-role-of-mental-health-in-athletic-greatness-and-why-its-never-too-late-to-harness-your-potential-9781637745458","provider":"Corrections Bookstore ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}