The importance of intensity and intention in squash to be able perform well.
Intensity in a sport setting is the level of commitment an athlete will bring to training and game play settings. It is a spectrum and the right level depends on the athlete and what the task is calling for. Those who approach their performance with high intensity are more likely to be able to reach an optimal level of performance.
Intention in a sport setting has more to do with being deliberate in play and practice. Those who play with intention are more likely to hit peaks in their performance and then maintain and or push past limits they didn't know that they could.
For many athletes, their levels of intensity and intention do not meet. If someone has a lot of intensity in their game and no intention they may be missing certain goals they'd like to be meeting. Looking at the other side of the coin, someone who has a high level of intention but little to no intensity may start to find it difficult to hit and maintain an optimal level of performance.
How can we bring more intensity and intention to our squash game and if we already do, how can we maintain them?
Being able to actively reflect on your "whys" (why you play squash and how it serves you in your life) is a great way to figure out how much you may already be putting into your performances and how much more you may need to put in. Setting weekly attainable goals for your game is another great way to evaluate the level of intensity and intention brought to your game and seeing if one may be out weighing the other.
How can I help?
As a mental performance consultant that specializes in squash, I can give those who are looking to take their game to the next level mental techniques and skills that positively affect overall performance.
Email ebonie@squashtigers.com to schedule your first session free!
