"I've always had the philosophy that you have to dream a little in this sport, if you stay in your comfort zone you're not going to do anything special."
-Deena Drossin
Well, if you're checking out this page that means you are atleast thinking of doing the little extra things that add up to build champions.  Here I will often add ideas, charts etc. that will help seperate you from the rest!
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Are you team captain material?
by: Mark Bloom
on and off the track, a little  responsiblity goes a long way.  Would you like to be given the honor of serving as captain of your track or cross country team?  It's a big responsibilty with many duties.  Your coach and teammate must count on you to come through.  What attributes do you need to be considered?

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Building Confidence
by: Amy Rudolph, 2-Time U.S. Olympian ('96, '00), Kane Area High School (PA)

To build confidence, picture yourself in a big race--doing well--everyday you train.  This is just one way to use visualization.

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GOAL-SETTING...

Goals are the organized plan of attack that will enable you to live your dreams.  Goal-setting can enhance your ability to perform by focusing your attention, mobilizing your effort, helping you to persist when faced with challenges, and forcing you to develop better ways of doing things.  Goal-setting is not a magic formula, but instead a useful tool to help improve your performance potential.
CLICK HERE for more about the best ways to approach your goal setting.
CLICK HERE for a sample chart you may use to help monitor your success!
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