Many people believe that you should not practice when you are tired. WINNERS practice when they are tired because they know that many games and decided in the last couple of innings when everyone is tired. Key points about practicing when you are tired

• Practicing when you are tired develops discipline.
• You have to push yourself, not only to do it, but to do it right.
• When you start getting tired, the first thing that you start to lose is your concentration. The mentally tough are aware of that and stay focused.
• The second thing that happens when you start to get tired is you give more effort to compensate for your fatigue. But the mentally tough athletes stay in control and trust their abilities.
• Knowing how to play and knowing that you can get the job done when you are tired gives you confidence and pride.
• Practicing the “right way” when you are tired builds mental toughness and character.

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