The Inner Game of Tennis : The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak Performance (50th Anniversary)

This phenomenally successful guide to mastering the game from the inside out has become a touchstone for hundreds of thousands of people. Billie Jean King has called the book her tennis bible; Al Gore has used it to focus his campaign staff; and Itzhak Perlman has recommended it to young violinists. Based on Gallwey's profound realization that the key to success doesn't lie in holding the racket just right, or positioning the feet perfectly, but rather, in keeping the mind uncluttered, this transformational book gives you the tools to unlock the potential that you've possessed all along. 

"The Inner Game" is the one played within the mind of the player, against the hurdles of self-doubt, nervousness, and lapses in concentration. Gallwey shows us how to overcome these obstacles by trusting the intuitive wisdom of our bodies and achieving a state of "relaxed concentration." With chapters devoted to "Trusting the Self,” and “Changing Habits,” it is no surprise then, that Gallwey’s method has had an impact far beyond the confines of the tennis court. Whether you want to play music, write a novel, get ahead at work, or simply successfully unwind after a stressful day, Gallwey will show you how to tap into your utmost potential. In this 50th anniversary edition, the principles of the Inner Game shine through as more relevant today than ever before. No matter your goals, The Inner Game of Tennis will give you the definitive framework for long-term success.