8 Forms of Champion's Discipline: Part 8

written by Jon Whithaus This is the eighth and final part in a series of eight posts that describe the many forms of a Champion's Discipline. These eight forms of discipline have no particular order of priority, but each must be present to perform at a championship level. Discipline #8: Social Discipline

1. Be your own coach...develop your own rules regarding the social behaviors that you believe will help you to be the person and competitor that you want to be.
2. Stick to your rules. Have accountability partners (such teammates, parents, etc) to help keep you on track.
3. Develop daily social habits that do not have to be changed when it is time to compete. Your body will perform it's best when you are consistent with your lifestyle.

8 Forms of a Champion's Discipline: Part 7

written by Jon Whithaus This is the seventh part in a series of eight posts that describe the many forms of a Champion's Discipline. These eight forms of discipline have no particular order of priority, but each must be present to perform at a championship level. Discipline #7: Time Management Discipline

1. In all areas of your life, get your work done early. Never procrastinate.
2. You must develop a method of prioritizing all items in your life. It is impossible to do everything and without belief in your prioritizing system. If you don't have a system you will tend to feel overwhelmed.
3. Have a good system for managing your time before, during and after your practice sessions. This will put you in a better frame of mind to prepare like a champion.
4. Realistically plan out your on competition days. You must allow for some "calming" time get your mind ready to compete.

8 Forms of a Champion's Discipline: Part 6

written by Jon Whithaus This is the sixth part in a series of eight posts that describe the many forms of a Champion's Discipline. These eight forms of discipline have no particular order of priority, but each must be present to perform at a championship level. Discipline #6: Nutrition Discipline

1. Eating properly as a daily habit...especially on the days leading up to competition.
2. Stay away from sugar, caffeine and alcoholic drinks.
3. Plan ahead for tournaments and trips. It can be hard to find the proper food when you are travelling. Bring the appropriate items with you so that your nutrition doesn't suffer while you on the road.

8 Forms of a Champion's Discipline: Part 5

written by Jon Whithaus This is the fifth part in a series of eight posts that describe the many forms of a Champion's Discipline. These eight forms of discipline have no particular order of priority, but each must be present to perform at a championship level. Discipline #5: Fitness Discipline

1. Pay attention to details while working out.
2. Do all exercises correctly and take it seriously...ask for help if you don't understand how to do any exercise.
3. Be diligent about securing time in your schedule to work on a daily basis.