January 13, 2025
Establish a match plan - mental strategy for tennis

Hi friends! Return to a match without having been mentally prepared, is not ideal for approaching this one, we risk undergoing, losing foot and not taking advantage of the match. Establishing a match plan can help you approach each match with confidence and concentration. Note that a "match plan" is not necessarily linked to the […]

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January 6, 2025
Tennis and mental: the importance of acceptance

Understand acceptance in tennis In the world of tennis, the mind plays a role as crucial as physical skills. One of the keys to developing a strong mind is acceptance. This means recognizing that, throughout your tennis journey, you will inevitably make mistakes. These errors should not be perceived as final failures, but rather as […]

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December 17, 2024
Tennis: exploit your Strengths on the court

Tennis is a sport that relies as much on strategy as on technique. To improve your game, it's essential to understand and play to your strengths. Here are some tips on how to use your strengths and put your opponent under pressure. Identify your strengths Before you can exploit your strengths, you must first identify […]

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December 8, 2024
Mental: Manage key moments in tennis

Hi ! In a tennis match, certain moments are of particular importance and can significantly influence the outcome of the match, any player must learn to identify and manage these key moments because they can make the difference between victory and defeat. Here are some tips to help you stay serene and concentrated during these […]

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November 18, 2024
Avoid comparing yourself too much ...

In the competitive world of tennis, the comparison, when managed, can have positive aspects and contribute to personal improvement. Among the positive aspects of comparison Source of motivation: observing the successes and techniques of other players can be a source of inspiration and motivation. This can encourage a player to work harder to reach a […]

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November 8, 2024
Post-match routine in tennis: the mental aspect

After a tennis match, whether he ended in a victory or a defeat, the mental aspect plays a crucial role in the way a player is preparing for his future challenges. This article explores the importance of a good post-match routine to maintain a healthy mental balance and optimize future performance. The importance of decompression […]

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April 22, 2024
Honestly, I'm really devastated to have lost."

Hi friends “Honestly, I'm really devastated to have lost”: these are the words of Naomi Osaka (former world No. 1) after her defeat against Caroline Garcia in Miami in 2024. These are strong words that personally appeal to me and resonate within me: this feeling of being devastated is common among many tennis players. I […]

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March 9, 2024
Take your time ! Use your time! Manage your time!

Have you noticed when you watch a Pro match on TV, all the players really take their time between each point, and at each break? It's no coincidence, the players manage their time, they make the most of the time they have to recover physically but also to prepare mentally. There is a time for […]

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March 8, 2024
Opponents in matches, partners in training and why not friends in life

Hi to all of you Yesterday I was talking with Marie Lou Peyre, if you don't know her yet, she is a young 17 year old player who trains regularly at the Sommières Tennis Club, she is among the best French junior players and she will attack the circuit pro in the coming weeks... Come […]

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March 6, 2024
Focus on the current exchange - concrete case

It's easier said than done, I know... But in a match, try as much as possible to detach yourself from the stakes, the score, the environment, the atmosphere... etc. .. In short, try to detach yourself as much as possible from anything that can interfere with your concentration: stay focused on the exchange you are […]

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March 5, 2024
Go pick up that ball lying around on the court

Hi We have all experienced this, after a point the ball played drags on the field, a choice is offered to us: Go pick it up Don't go pick it up If you see that the ball does not present too much risk and that it is well stuck to the net, often you will […]

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March 4, 2024
Mental fundamentals in tennis.... ^^

Hi friends !! Come on, a sort of ABCdaire, strong words that must be remembered: Acceptance: Accept that you will make mistakes. Don’t be discouraged by them, but see them as learning opportunities. Accept days without: Some days you will not be at your best. Accept it and do your best regardless. Accept the rules […]

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March 4, 2024
Concrete case: Mentally blocked... not lucid, I can no longer think

Today I'm playing a match... it's not bad, I'm in my match but my opponent is dominating... My serves aren't disgusting but he returns them well... In the exchange I'm not disgusting either, I find good length I play on his backhand, I play on his forehand, I'm relatively aggressive... I play my game pretty […]

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January 5, 2024
The mental barometer in tennis

Hi, I am Frédéric, a state-certified clinical psychologist, passionate about and specialized in tennis: I accompany, among other things, my son Elouan in this wonderful adventure that is tennis with this objective for him: To one day become a professional player. I am sharing with you this document that I created a few years ago […]

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