Jump to ratings and reviews

Bowling Psychology

As the leading authority on bowling’s mental game, Dean Hinitz has worked with the premier players, coaches, and teams in the sport. He has helped countless pros elevate their results, avoid slumps, and overcome stressors affecting performance. He has improved their play, and now he’s ready for you.

In Bowling Psychology, you’ll learn the mental strategies for performing your best, day in and day out. From progressive muscle relaxing techniques to positive self-talk and focus cues, you will pick up spares more consistently, improve accuracy, and overcome anxieties.

You’ll also find insights, advice, and anecdotes from bowling’s

Kim Terrell-Kearney

Jason Belmonte

Diandra Asbaty

Carolyn Dorin-Ballard

Rick Steelsmith

Bill O’Neil

Mike Fagan

Gordon Vadakin

Jeri Edwards

Bob Learn, Jr.

Amleto Monicelli

Fred Borden

LeAnne Hulsenberg

Del Warren

Del Ballard, Jr.

Rod Ross

Tommy Jones, Jr.

Jason Couch

Manage pressure, find your focus, and reach your potential. With detailed information on topics including mindfulness training, sensory awareness, and the mind–body connection, Bowling Psychology is your all-in-one toolbox for mental mastery of the lanes.

251 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 17, 2015

Loading...
Loading...

About the author

Dean Hinitz

2 books

Ratings & Reviews

What do you think?

Friends & Following

Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!

Community Reviews

5 stars
18 (69%)
4 stars
7 (26%)
3 stars
1 (3%)
2 stars
0 (0%)
1 star
0 (0%)
Displaying 1 - 1 of 1 review
686 reviews5 followers
June 10, 2023
When I retired, a new friend of mine who is an avid and excellent bowler suggested that we go bowling. I knew he was top notch. My only experience with bowling were a few parties. My friend understood but still thought it would be fun. We went. Tried it a second time. He thought I had the potential to be a decent bowler, but I'd have to get my own equipment and join a senior league (casual).

I seemed like a good idea, so I followed his lead. Then in he invited me to join his friends. Uh oh. These guys were good. I had no idea what I was doing. But the group was friendly and encouraging. I stayed with it and have been enjoying bowling the past few years.

My friend became ill and was hospitalized. I found this book online and thought he'd enjoy it. He read it and gave it to me so I could read it.

The book is directed at bowlers who are in serious competition, not recreational bowlers like me. That said, I found several sections helpful. As somebody who has been a big sports fan since childhood and how has a fair amount of experience in competition, I found the approach to psychology solid. Much of it was familiar to me, but there were some new thoughts.

If you are looking for a guide on the psychology of sports, even beyond bowling, this is a good one. Easy to read and understand. Practical.
Displaying 1 - 1 of 1 review