"Standing along the edge of the sea, a man catches sight of a young woman who appears to be engaged in a ritual dance. She stoops down , then straightens to her full height, casting her arm out in an arc. Drawing closer, he sees that the beach around her is littered with starfish, and she is throwing them one by one into the sea. He lightly mocks her, "there are stranded starfish as far as the eye can see, for miles up the beach. What difference can saving a few of them possibly make?" Smiling she bends down and once again tosses a starfish out over the water, saying serenely, "It certainly makes a difference to this one." - Rosalind and Benjamin Zander in The Art of Possibility
Authors never know what might resonate with players.
Become your best as a student-athlete.
Improve study habits:
- Pomodoro technique (25 minutes on, 5 minutes off)
- Spaced repetition, learn over time, not by cramming
- Self-test (what did you learn from the material?)
- Focus on the material at hand (without background tv and texts)
- Write better with a plan (e.g. outline, simplicity, clarity)
- Sleep
- Hydration
- Nutrition (adequate protein, limit processed foods and sugar)
- Consider thermal contrast after workouts (realistic?)
- Become a lifelong learner.
- Reading promotes achievement.
Several volleyball blogs cater to aspiring athletes by offering tips, drills, and advice on improving skills and understanding the game. Here are some excellent blogs worth exploring:
1. Volleyball Toolbox
- Focus: Coaching tips, drills, and strategies for players and coaches.
- Why it’s great: It offers practical advice and a wide range of drills, making it accessible for aspiring athletes.
2. The Art of Coaching Volleyball
- Focus: Comprehensive resources on skills, tactics, and training techniques.
- Why it’s great: Features videos, podcasts, and articles from elite coaches and players.
Visit The Art of Coaching Volleyball
3. Better at Beach
- Focus: Beach volleyball, but its training principles often apply to indoor volleyball too.
- Why it’s great: Emphasizes fitness, nutrition, and skills development alongside technical gameplay.
4. Volleyball Mentor
- Focus: Player development, mindset, and training tips.
- Why it’s great: Offers insights into building mental toughness and refining techniques.
5. Pro Volleyball Tips
- Focus: High-level tips and drills for individual skills.
- Why it’s great: Simple, actionable advice for players aiming to elevate their game.
6. Get the Pancake
- Focus: Youth volleyball and team development.
- Why it’s great: Aimed at younger athletes and teams, with approachable advice and fun resources.
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