Benefits of Hypnotherapy when "in the clutch"

"Clutch performance" in sports is the phenomenon of athletes under pressure or "in the clutch", usually in the last minutes of a game, to summon strength, concentration and whatever else necessary to succeed, to perform well, and perhaps change the outcome of the game. -www.wikipedia.com

November 22, 2019

In a very recent research article by John Pates, athletes who have the ability to initiate "Clutch states" consistently deliver exceptional performances (clutch performances) in critical moments during important competitions. This extraordinary ability separates the winners from the losers and defines the great athletes.

The Clutch state occurs during moments of extreme pressure when the athlete must ‘make something happen’. This involves deliberate concentration, intense effort, and heightened awareness. In contrast, "Flow states" occur spontaneously in the absence of effort when athletes ‘let it happen’.

Though the present study demonstrated that a hypnosis-based intervention strategy may have a positive effect on the performance of elite golfers, the "Clutch State" experiences also appear in various athletics - basketball, hockey, football, esports, baseball, swimming, etc - and known to be enhanced by the intervention.

In conclusion, the results of the study suggest hypnosis-based interventions are an effective way of preparing elite athletes for significant competitions.

Click HERE for the full copy of the John Pates research paper

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