The skating world is quickly recognizing that aside from hiring a Sport Psychologist, The Inner Champion is the best resource for addressing the mental aspect of skating. The Inner Champion is written for skaters of all levels and disciplines who want to realize their full potential. This easy-to-use manual is designed to encourage skaters to excel both on and off the ice. It is also a practical guide for coaches and parents wishing to enhance their skaters" total skating experience. Readers will learn how principles of sport psychology and mental skills directly relate to skating success. Skaters can work through the book on their own, with the help of their parents, or coaches can use the book"s contents to lead an off-ice class for their students. The nine chapters include over thirty fun, step-by-step worksheets which enable the reader to easily apply what they have learned. The book also includes a glossary of important terminology as well as an index and a list or resources. The Inner Champion is written at the reading level of young skaters, while also appealing to more mature skaters. The information and exercises are designed to apply to every one from the recreational skater to the Olympic-level competitor. The various disciplines within skating are also covered, including singles, pairs, dance, and synchronized skating. Although skating terminology is used throughout the manual, The Inner Champion is full of invaluable information that can be applied to achieve success and fulfillment in every area of a person"s life.