by Tennis IQ Podcast
Ninety percent of tennis performance is mental and that's what makes the sport so difficult. Sport psychology professionals Brian Lomax and Josh Burger share their insights on mental performance in tennis, discuss current events in the world of tennis, and interview guests with a unique perspective on mental toughness. Whether you want to learn more about the mental game in tennis or you just have an interest in the sport, this is the podcast for you. Send your questions to [email protected] or via Twitter using #tennisiq.
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April 20, 2025
<p>This episode's theme is the virtue of courage. Brian and Josh discuss courageous behaviors, why courage is an important virtue for tennis players, and the benefits of playing with courage. Included in the conversation is how courage is critical in pressure moments in matches such as tiebreakers and deuce/break points, as well as the moral courage required to act ethically and do the right thing.</p><p><br>Sponsored by Geau Sport - <a href="http://geausport.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">GeauSport.com</a> - Exclusive Discount Code for 10% Off - TennisIQ10<br></p><p><br></p><p>To learn more about Josh and Brian's backgrounds and sport psychology businesses, go to <a href="http://tiebreakerpsych.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">TiebreakerPsych.com</a> and <a href="http://performancextra.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">PerformanceXtra.com</a>. If you have feedback about the show or questions on the mental game in tennis you can email us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">[email protected]</a>. If you’re enjoying the show please rate us on your favorite podcast platform including Apple Podcasts and Spotify and write a review. Don’t forget to subscribe on YouTube or your podcast platform of choice (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.) to stay up to date on future episodes.<br></p>
April 8, 2025
<p>In this episode, Brian and Josh review an article from researchers at Exeter University who looked into how pro tennis players responded to high-pressure moments and how well they bounced back from errors in Grand Slam matches. The co-hosts discussed the research findings, and offered practical advice that tennis players can use during high-pressure moments and after mistakes.</p><p><br>Article: Psychological pressure and compounded errors during elite-level tennis - <a href="https://ore.exeter.ac.uk/repository/bitstream/handle/10871/125808/ORE.pdf?sequence=1" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://ore.exeter.ac.uk/repository/bitstream/handle/10871/125808/ORE.pdf?sequence=1</a><br></p><p><br></p><p>How Not To Lose - Brian Lomax Ed.D. - <a href="https://performancextra.com/competitive-mindsets/how-not-to-lose/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://performancextra.com/competitive-mindsets/how-not-to-lose/</a><br></p><p><br></p><p>To learn more about Josh and Brian's backgrounds and sport psychology businesses, go to <a href="http://tiebreakerpsych.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">TiebreakerPsych.com</a> and <a href="http://performancextra.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">PerformanceXtra.com</a>. If you have feedback about the show or questions on the mental game in tennis you can email us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">[email protected]</a>. If you’re enjoying the show please rate us on your favorite podcast platform including Apple Podcasts and Spotify and write a review. Don’t forget to subscribe on YouTube or your podcast platform of choice (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.) to stay up to date on future episodes.</p>
March 30, 2025
<p>In this episode, Brian and Josh discuss the “Dance of the Doomed." The Dance of the Doomed is a concept that Hall of Fame football coach Bill Walsh wrote about in his book, The Score Takes Care of Itself, in which athletes demonstrate through their body language and attitude that they have given up before an event finishes. The co-hosts discuss how tennis players can avoid doing this dance while losing, and offer practical suggestions that players can utilize when they’re in losing situations.</p><p><br>Sponsored by Geau Sport - <a href="http://geausport.com">GeauSport.com</a> - Exclusive Discount Code for 10% Off - TennisIQ10</p><p><br>To learn more about Josh and Brian's backgrounds and sport psychology businesses, go to <a href="http://tiebreakerpsych.com">TiebreakerPsych.com</a> and <a href="http://performancextra.com">PerformanceXtra.com</a>. If you have feedback about the show or questions on the mental game in tennis you can email us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. If you’re enjoying the show please rate us on your favorite podcast platform including Apple Podcasts and Spotify and write a review. Don’t forget to subscribe on YouTube or your podcast platform of choice (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.) to stay up to date on future episodes.</p>
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