The fifth and final installment in Dr. Alan Goldberg’s series on helping athletes through injuries. This segment deals with what coaches can do. #1 BE EMPATHETIC– Let your athletes know that YOU understand what THEY are feeling and having to go...
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Athlete strategies for coping with injury
By Dr. Alan Goldberg (Note: This is the fourth in a series on Injuries to Athletes:) #1 BE SAD – Allow yourself to mourn and feel whatever loss you are experiencing. Being “macho”, “strong” or “brave” by burying or...
The Psychological Consequences of Injury
By Dr. Alan Goldberg(Note: This is the third in a series on Injuries to Athletes:)So what happens to all of these psychological goodies when you’re suddenly sidelined by an injury? To put it simply, you become overwhelmed by a variety...
The Three Major Functions Sport Plays in the Athlete's Life
By Dr. Alan Goldberg(Note: This is the second in a series on Injuries to Athletes: The first installment may be read here.)#1 SENSE OF IDENTITY – If you are a serious athlete and have been competing long enough, then you...
When the Athlete is Injured
By Dr. Alan Goldberg You’ve been involved in your sport longer than you can remember. As you’ve grown, so have your strength, endurance and technique. You’ve busted your butt to become as good in your sport as possible and a...