INSPIRING
CHAMPIONS
IN
SPORT, BUSINESS AND LIFE
by
sports psychologist Dr Henning Gericke
 |
| Inspiring Champions by Henning Gericke |
As
the sports psychologist who helped the Springbok Rugby team claim the
title of World Champions in 2007 and mentally prepare Olympic
Champion Cameron van der Burgh to achieve his life-long dream, Dr
Henning Gericke has a wealth of insight into the mind of the
champion.
In
this book, Gericke brings together years of experience in working
with champions, helping them to develop their dreams, empowering them
with the mental skills, resilience and composure to achieve them, as
well as instilling the winning habits which are crucial to the
champion mindset.
Each
of the 41 chapters discusses a crucial aspect of the champion’s
journey effectively, blending principles of psychology, Eastern
philosophy, inspiring anecdotes and powerful quotations.
After each
chapter, Gericke draws on his impressive repertoire of South African
champions, and famous sports stars and coaches to share their
personal ‘Green and Gold Stories’ and add muster to his
teachings.
The
book includes stories by:
Cameron
van der Burgh, Os du Randt, Bob Skinstad, JP Duminy, Francois
Pienaar, Breyten Paulse, Graeme Smith, John Smit, Pierre Spies, Leon
Schuster, Bismarck du Plessis, Schalk Burger, AB de Villiers, Jacques
Botes, Rassie Erasmus, Zola Budd, Dale Steyn, Ryk Neethling, Ernie
Els, Jacques Kallis, Dan Skinstad, Jean de Villiers, and
Bryan
Habana.
At
the end of each theme, Gericke challenges the reader to ‘Reflect
and Act’. Each chapter is summarised into five points which can be
applied in one’s everyday life.
This book will inspire and leave
the reader empowered. It is a must-read for all aspiring champions
and their mentors, from sports enthusiasts of all ages and their
coaches, to ambitious professionals and their leaders.
About
the author
Dr
Henning Gericke is a South African sports psychologist and
motivational speaker. He
has
a doctorate in clinical psychology and over 17 years of experience in
private
practice
and counselling sport and business teams.
Highlights
of his career include:
•
2004 – 2007:
Springbok Rugby Team: Rugby World Cup champions, Player, Coach and
Team
of the Year.
•
2008: Sharks Rugby
Team: Currie Cup Winners
•
2010: Working with
Bafana players at training camps in preparation for FIFA World Cup 2010
•
2012: Working with the
South African Olympics Swimming Team 2012
•
2014: up-coming work
with the Stormers
A
keen athlete himself, he has personal experience in both the highs
and lows of competition, and knows what it takes to break the mental
barriers which inhibit us
from
succeeding. Gericke lives with his family in Pretoria.
Reviews
“We
are all in the business to inspire others. If you have to read one
book that will uplift you – this is the one!”
Ashwin
Willemse
Springbok
rugby player and TV sports presenter
“This
book is of great help, not only to coach my athletes’ bodies, but
even more
importantly
their hearts and heads – what Henning calls the stuff of
champions. Every
aspiring
champion needs to read this!”
Ilze
Wicksell
Coach
and Springbok athlete
“Henning
has an ability to motivate a team through his understanding of team
dynamics, situations, environments, and opposition strengths and
weaknesses. I’m sure his book will assist all who read it in
achieving success.”
Jake
White
Springbok
Coach (2004 - 2007)
To order
Order online at www.bkpublishing.co.za or email sales@bkpublishing.co.za
Retail price: R200 + postage (R18.60 single copy, R40 five copies)
Order online at www.bkpublishing.co.za or email sales@bkpublishing.co.za
Retail price: R200 + postage (R18.60 single copy, R40 five copies)
Publishing information
Published by BK Publishing
