Champion Minded: Achieving Excellence in Sports and Life

by Eli Blyden, Allistair McCaw

In Champion Minded, Allistair will help you develop the winning standards in both sports and life by teaching you the mindset, habits and discipline of a champion. With over 125 lessons and inspirational anecdotes, Champion Minded will not only improve your mental and game preparation, but motivate you to achieve excellence in your life too. In this easy to read book, you will discover how to think, act, look, prepare, communicate, compete, commit and live like a champion. ALLISTAIR McCAW is a world renowned Sports Performance and Mindset coach who has worked with numerous Olympians, Paralympians, World Champion Athletes and Grand Slam Winners. An international speaker, he consults to various sports teams and college programs in the United States where he teaches the Champion Minded culture and gold winning standards. He is based in Boca Raton Florida.

452 pages, Paperback

Published September 7, 2017

Reviews

[Lilian · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ten stars for the book and narration. Every athlete’s bible in becoming better. I wish I had known this book earlier but it’s never too late. All thanks to the bookshelf of Victor Crouin 😌

[Charlie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great source of information/motivation on how the athlete can progress in their sport and become “Champion Minded”.
I would recommend to any competitive sports person because it is really insightful and inspiring.
The book can get quite repetitive at times but I think that just reiterates the writer’s points.

[Sherri]

Introduction
Introduction to the concept of being "Champion Minded"
Overview of the author's background and experience
Part 1: Foundation of Champions
Mindset Matters

Understanding the power of mindset in achieving success
Differentiating between fixed and growth mindsets
Commit to Excellence

Importance of setting high standards
Commitment to continuous improvement
Mastering Self-Management

Techniques for managing time, energy, and emotions
Developing discipline and consistency
Part 2: Mental Toughness
Building Resilience

Strategies for bouncing back from setbacks
Developing mental toughness in challenging situations
Staying Focused

Techniques for maintaining concentration and focus
Dealing with distractions and pressure
Handling Pressure

Mental strategies for performing under pressure
Visualizing success and staying calm in critical moments
Part 3: Winning Habits
Effective Goal Setting

Setting SMART goals for personal and athletic growth
Creating action plans and staying accountable
Training Like a Champion

Importance of physical training and conditioning
Integrating mental training into physical preparation
Eating and Sleeping Well

Impact of nutrition and sleep on performance
Establishing healthy eating and sleeping habits
Part 4: Champion Relationships
Building a Support Network

Importance of teamwork and support systems
Developing positive relationships with coaches, teammates, and mentors
Leadership Qualities

Characteristics of effective leaders
Inspiring and motivating others
Part 5: Overcoming Adversity
Turning Setbacks into Comebacks
Learning from failure and adversity
Developing resilience and determination
Conclusion
Recap of key lessons learned from being "Champion Minded"
Final thoughts on applying principles to achieve personal and professional goals

[Jason Bauer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Coach, Athlete, Parent, Business Owner...this book is for YOU! So many great topics covered, and very easy to absorb and implement. Highly recommend this book to EVERYONE!!! Very easy to reference in a pinch as well!!

[Dave Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lot's of great principles for staying on top of your game.

[Jakob Schnaitter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Muss als Sportler

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

[Jessica Wiesenfeld · Rating 3 out of 5]

A wonderful book to read regardless of what sport you are involved in. Not only does McCaw provide lessons from sports but lessons that will ultimately shape me as a person and in life. Reading this informative champion minded book will put you in the right frame of mind for any sport competition, game, or meet to ensure success.