Your Performing Edge: The Total Mind-body Program for Excellence in Sports, Business and Life, 4th Edition [Paperback]

Jo Ann Dahlkoetter (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 20, 2007 | ISBN-10: 097040798X | ISBN-13: 978-0970407986 | Edition: 4th

This step-by-step training program contains the latest on mind-body performance to help you achieve major breakthroughs in sports, business, health, and life. Hundreds of practical tools and tips on focusing, building confidence, handling slumps, and overcoming performance anxiety. Includes over 50 proven training exercises. This book is receiving substantial national media attention with articles and excerpts on ABC-TV, NBC, and in USA Today, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Time magazine, Prevention magazine, Runner s World, Triathlete Magazine, and San Francisco Examiner.

Editorial Reviews

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Excellent information on so many crucial points of performance. Good strong writing that gets to the point, with powerful examples. -- Runner's World Magazine – Eileen Portz-Shovlin, Senior Editor

This book has everything you need to be successful. It's filled with powerful mental training exercises, humor, and inspirational tips... -- Bill Rodgers, Four-time winner, Boston and New York City Marathon --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Dr. JoAnn Dahlkoetter is a Stanford University Medical Center trained licensed psychologist with many Olympic gold medalist clients and an expert TV guest on ABC, NBC, BBC, and Fox News. Dr. JoAnn is one of the world s premier keynote speakers on performance and fitness and is winner of the San Francisco Marathon.

Product Details

• Paperback: 264 pages
• Publisher: Pulgas Ridge Press; 4th edition (December 20, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 097040798X
• ISBN-13: 978-0970407986
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #492,337 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Guaranteed Success", August 12, 2001

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Deb Potashnik Hecker "Dr. Deborah Potashnik H... (Washington, DC USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Your Performing Edge : The Complete Guide to Success and Fulfillment in Sports and Life (Paperback)

Are you a marathon or recreational runner, a person concerned with general physical fitness, or a competitive athlete? Perhaps you are an individual who pushes him/herself in order to feel capable and strong in ALL areas of your life. If so, "Your Performing Edge - The Complete Guide To Success And Fulfillment In Sports And Life," by JoAnn Dahlkoetter, Ph.D. is written for you.

As a mental health practitioner and current trainer for my first marathon this Fall (Marine Corp Marathon, Washington, DC), it is with pleasure that I review Dr. Dahlkoetter's fine book. The importance of developing sound mental strategies for successful running cannot be overstated. As a 53 year old non-runner, I initially harbored some doubts about my ability to take on the physical challenges of a marathon. Having completed over half of the training, I am now confident that I have the physical strength to attain my goal. What I did not realize was that SUCCESSFUL running is also very much a state of mind, and in order to achieve EXCELLENCE as a runner, one must also acquire sound mental training skills. As luck would have it, I came across "Your Performing Edge - The Complete Guide To Success And Fulfillment In Sports And Life," which I strongly recommend. Dr. Dahlkoetter, a former San Francisco Marathon winner and trainer of numerous Olympic and professional athletes, has written the ultimate book on optimal mind-body performance. I have used JoAnn's book as my Bible, and refer to it frequently in my capacity as a physically active woman as well as for my personal growth. It is easy to read, thorough and intelligent.

I am happy to say that, with Dr. Dahlkoetter's help, I have now developed the muscles of BOTH my body and spirit, and am fully prepared for the "race of my life."

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Being a mentally strong competitor -Your Performing Edge, October 19, 2001

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Chuck MacDonald (Redding California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Your Performing Edge : The Complete Guide to Success and Fulfillment in Sports and Life (Paperback)

For the past 10 years I have been a fairly competitive Masters and Seniors(50 age group) runner in The PA Series of USATF in both Road Racing and Cross Country. As I have gotten older I find that the mental aspects of running, racing and training are even more important than the physical aspects. You can be in great shape physically, but if you are not mentally strong your performance will suffer. Dr JoAnn Dahlkoetter's book, Your Performing Edge helps you to see in very easy steps how to become mentally tuff, how to focus on your goal. I have learned more in a few weeks about being mentally focused to compete than I have in many years of running and racing. JoAnn shows you step by step how to become a mentally stronger, more focused competitor in sports and in life. I would highly recommend Dr Dahlkoetter's book to any athlete of any sport, or anyone who wants to compete better at life in general. I wish I had this knowledge 10 years ago, I would definitely be a stronger and faster runner and a better person.

Chuck MacDonald

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Your Performing Edge- A Superb Realistic Guide, January 20, 2002

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Michael Dove (Salinas, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Your Performing Edge: The Complete Mind-Body Guide to Excellence in Sports, Health and Life (Paperback)

I have been a Nationally ranked Senior Distance Runner and search eagerly for books on the subject of Running. Dr. Dahlkoetter has written a superb guide that has already helped my running and added value to my non-running life as well. I was most impressed with how realistic it is and how many great mental exercises are explained. Definitely a must read for anyone, whether they compete or not. I am the Training Director of the Big Sur Marathon and coordinate a series of training sessions for first time and experienced Marathoners. Dr. Dahlkoetter's book is on the MUST READ list, right along with Galloway and Sheehan.