The Zone - it is the Holy Grail of all sports...the
elusive mind/body state in which everything comes together.
Baseball players describing the experience of being "in the zone"
usually sound like this:
"Everything felt so easy"
"My swing was so fluid"
"I knew exactly what to do"
You know what they are talking about, right? You’ve had that
feeling for a game or even a streak of games.
But what is The Zone for baseball, really?
How do we get there and STAY there?
There are certainly plenty of theories postulated by PhDs in sports psychology
as to the exact biochemical happenings in the brain and nervous system
during "zone time".
They even hook athletes up with electrodes and monitor a plethora of information
and biofeedback data. This is all done for their quest for the Holy Grail...The
Zone.
Although these Ivory Tower theorists may have the best intentions, my
gut tells me that it is usually more a case of "intellectual masturbation".
Regardless, the whole thing really reminds me of Monty Python and The
Holy Grail.
In other words, a fruitless endeavor doomed to failure because it is based
on inane premises and therefore produces deluded conclusions.
However, it does provide a decent amount of comic relief, at least for
me.
OK, so maybe I'm exaggerating (but just a little bit).
The quest to somehow evoke the Zone state and maintain it is misguided
by most people because it is seen as a foreign destination - a state of
being outside of the athletes natural mind/body state.
Here's the big news ...drum roll please...the Baseball Zone is your natural
state of being.
That's right - The Zone is NOT a state of being that you have to "get
into" and then hope and pray that you stay there.
Rather, The Zone is your true state of mental and physical being. It is
the place to which you return when you are finally able to eliminate and
clear the specific impediments to your natural freedom state.
This naturally leads to playing better performance on the baseball diamond.
These impediments include (but are not limited to):
• The voice of your "inner critic" (does it EVER shut up?)
• Self doubt
• Fear
• Tension
• Comfort Zones
• Anger
• Etc., etc.
The important point is that these issues keep you from LIVING in The zone,
both on and off the field.
The key is to "clear" or "eliminate" these issues...
and then...viola...you are in The Zone.
After a relatively short period of time, The Zone will start to feel normal,
because it is indeed your natural state of being.
There are many tools, methods, and techniques that different people have
found useful in clearing these types of issues. They include everything
from meditation and prayer to traditional talk therapy.
Heck, if you listen to the top grossing movie stars, even Scientology!
My personal “renegade” baseball program is a combination of
quantum physics and centuries-old Asian wisdom called energy psychology
(EP).
Energy Psychology techniques are designed to clear these issues that keep
you from being in The Zone, and from playing the kind of baseball you
deserve.
EP is not the only way to clear your issues. It just happens to be extremely
fast, simple to learn, and is specific to baseball.
No electrodes or biofeedback devices required.
Baseball will quickly become a whole lot easier.
Are YOU ready to LIVE in the ZONE?
Forget about the quest for the Baseball Holy Grail. Leave that to Knights
who say "NI" (and the PhDs).
Stephen Ladd is a Baseball Mental Performance Coach pioneering breakthrough
energy psychology techniques, hypnoisis and NLP, and the creator of Renegade
Mindset Techniques for Baseball. Visit the Renegade Baseball Psychology
Performance Center for free reports, videos, newsletters and an 8 part
email mini-tutorial!
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I have just read Stephen Ladd's Renegade Mindset Techniques for Baseball and I don't think I have ever been this excited.
Why? Because he has created a program for serious baseball players to help themselves be their best and realize their potential.
The mysteries of our mental make-up are unveiled in his book, and proven techniques are clearly presented which finally give us some control of our most troublesome thoughts, beliefs, and emotions.
The negative thoughts that hinder us all as we strive to be our best need not win over us any longer. Read Stephen's book, take it to heart, and apply the instruction and deep wisdom that it contains.
You will be a better baseball player and person for it."
Dave Hilton
Former Major League Player – San Diego Padres
Extensive Coaching Experience in MLB – Braves, Twins, Phillies, Giants and Athletics
www.arizonaschoolofbaseball.com
Train Your Mind
“In my baseball career, I have sought out everything I can to legally give me a competitive advantage. I have trained and prepared to physically compete at the highest level of the game. As anyone who goes into competition knows, that's not enough.
When I discovered these techniques, I found the missing piece. This is the fastest, most effective and easiest way to train your mindlike you train your body. All an athlete wants is his best game at the exact moment he needs it. These techniques will prepare your mind to work in sync with your body and you will find your best game much easier and at the times you need it the most.
With the use of these techniques I found a fast and effective way to consistently perform at my best. It has helped my game and my life tremendouslyand I am sure it can do the same for you."
Pat Ahearne
AAA Pitcher
Future of Sports Psychology
"Stephen Ladd is the future of sports psychology. Use his amazing methods or get beaten by those who do!”
Eric Serrano, MD
Physician with specialty in sports performance
Columbus, OH
Consultant to athletes worldwide
Dramatic Confidence
"Being involved in baseball as a player and coach my entire life I can tell you that the mental aspect of the game is what separates the big money players from the rest of the crowd. These mindset techniques are revolutionary, unique, and yes... Renegade! In just a short time of using these techniques on myself as well as my more advanced ball players, we all agree that our confidence on the field has dramatically improved, we are seeing the ball better, our breathing iscontrolled, there is no anxiety, and our bodies simply feel right. And the best part is, if we loose focus at any point, we simply get it back with a round of RMT.
Where was this when I was playing college ball? I would have had a career playing with the pro's instead of just working with them.
Yours in Baseball,
Coach Dan
www.baseballstrength.com
Produces Results
“As a coach to elite athletes, and a competitor myself, I give my highest recommendation to the RMT methods of mental game conditioning. Stephen has laid out a simple to follow plan that will accelerate the performance and ultimate success of ANY athlete in ANY sport. It is required reading at Pilgers Training Systems, because any coach or player without these tools is at a severe disadvantage.
In the end it’s all about results, and RMT produces results in spades!”
Rob Pilger
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Founder, Pilgers Training Systems
www.PilgersTrainingSystems.com
Conquer Pressure
"I just can’t thank you enough for how your book has helped my 14 year old son. He has always wanted to make the traveling team, but could never play quite well enough in the tryouts. He would just get nervous and timid. Each year that you didn’t make it seemed to add to the disappointment.
This season that has all changed, thanks to your book! After using the tapping in the off season he seems like a different player in the pressure situations, and was the best in tryouts for the traveling team. I get nervous watching him play, but he sure isn’t.
And the confidence seems to be more than just on the field. He just seems to be a happier kid all around.
Thanks again.”
Joyce B.
Proud Baseball Mom
Dallas, Texas
Eliminate Pre-Game Anxiety
"Dear Coach Stephen,
I just wanted to write to you to tell you about how impressed I am with your new book, Renegade Mindset Techniques for Baseball. After reading your book RMT for Golf, and applying the techniques on my golf clients, I couldn’t wait to see what techniques you came up with for baseball. As I expected, I was very impressed!
After reading the baseball book, and seeing how you applied the tapping for different baseball issues, I was psyched to get started. I am currently working with a college baseball team, and since it is still cold out, and not very conducive to playing baseball outside, I have started with a lot of the visual challenges you describe in your book.It has absolutely made a difference in lowering the intensity levels of specific game related anxieties. As today is the first day of spring, I look forward to seeing how my ballplayers see the difference on the field
in real game situations.
I specifically liked the batting cage challenge, and the way you scored the results before and after. I always find that my clients enjoy the games that you have created for athletes to judge their results before and after tapping. It becomes very tangible for them.
Again, thanks for writing a book like this. I think it is priceless for anyone who is interested in improving their enjoyment of playing baseball, as well as their statistics!
Exponential Success Always!"
Dr. Fred Feldstein
The Sky Is The Limit
Peak Performance Coaching
Always in the Zone
"Your RMT book is great! I'm a catcher for XXXXXXXX University. The competition is tough and the pressure to perform in every game is high.
In the pre-season I have played really well behind the plate and at bat. After 6 games I'm at 385 (ended last season at 220). I know its early to be excited, but there is a huge difference in my confidence and how I am always in the zone.
This is going to be a great season for me. I'll keep you posted.
Thank you!"
Name withheld due to NCAA regulations
Get Results Now
"Stephen Ladd’s Renegade Mindset programs for athletes are innovative and powerfully effective. They are on the leading edge of sports performance enhancement. Yes, he’s a renegade, but a friendly one, with a cheeky sense of humor and a refreshingly pragmatic approach. The best thing is that you can start getting results NOW, within minutes of applying his techniques. There is no need to be held back any longer. Stephen’s Renegade Mindset materials will equip you with the tools you need to blast through your previous limits and propel your performance to new heights.
Steve Wells
Steve Wells and Associates Pty Ltd.
Psychologist and Peak Performance Specialists
www.EFTDownUnder.com
The success statements and examples on this website are
not intended to represent or guarantee that everyone will achieve the
same results. Each individual's success will be determined by his or her
desire, dedication, effort and motivation to work and follow recommendations.
There is no guarantee you will duplicate the results stated here. Average
improvement during a three week period of training includes a reduction
of nervousness, improved confidence, a 20% decrease in unforced errors,
and a 9% increase in batting average.
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