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Practice mindfulness meditation regularly to increase overall focus and presence. Observe your thoughts and sensations non-judgmentally and return to your breath when distracted.

Use the Stroop Test to practice concentration. This involves naming the color of a word that is a different color than the word itself.

Identify a specific focal point relevant to your sport (e.g., the ball, a goal, a target) and practice keeping your attention fixed on that point.

Alternate periods of intense focus with short breaks. For example, concentrate fully for 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break before resuming.

Practice using grids filled with random numbers or letters where the task is to find sequences or patterns as quickly as possible.

Take slow, deep breaths to calm the mind and body. Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, and exhale for 8 seconds. Repeat for several minutes.

Replace negative thoughts with positive affirmations. Use encouraging phrases to build confidence and maintain focus under pressure.

Choose one aspect of your performance to concentrate on during practice. Focus completely on that one thing, excluding all other thoughts.

Develop selective attention by focusing on specific stimuli in a busy environment. Practice ignoring distractions and tuning in to important cues.

Practice your sport's skills at a slower pace to enhance focus on technique and movement, which can lead to greater concentration during normal speed execution.

Whenever you find your mind wandering, say 'be here now' to yourself to return your focus to the present moment and the task at hand.