Most people who hear about digging up something may think that it involves a shovel and dirt.

Others may think of it as a means of finding out about juicy secrets.

However, in the table tennis world, digging up your inner power is something that all players can do. This can be done even without getting dirty or being nosy!

To dig up your inner power, many players try all sorts of tricks. One great way is to psyche yourself up by talking to yourself in front of a mirror before a match. This has always been my personal favorite because you have the opportunity to look yourself in the eye.

Try to find a location alone (such as a bathroom or inside a car) that offers a mirror. This will keep others from thinking that you’re crazy. The object here is to reaffirm yourself that you practiced enough for the match.

This will instill the confidence you have hidden.

Tell yourself that you are ready to dominate. Feel confident that what you tell yourself will carry out when it’s time to play your opponent.

Another way to dig up your inner power is to visualize yourself in full detail winning the match.

Just before a match, find a corner alone where you can play the match in your head. Five to ten minutes will be all the time that you’ll need.

Use your imagination to see how you should respond when a ball has topspin, backspin, and no spin. Go over your serves by replaying the techniques involved in performing the shot. It helps to use the same movements with your hands, without the racket, just as you would in a match.

These two simple techniques will help you prepare your mind mentally for any match. In fact, many of the top players often employ the same techniques. These techniques can also be great for when you’re practicing.

In short, digging up your inner power will help give you an edge over your opponents. And to think all of this can be done in such a little amount of time. Only five to ten minutes and pretty soon you will be charged up and ready to play!

Do you have anything to share regarding mental prep for a match? Then post it in the comments below.

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