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8/8/11 - FPS Performance to become "Get Your Head In The Game" Changes are in the air…the name of Dr. Charlie Brown’s performance-focused practice is changing from FPS Performance to Get Your Head In The Game. The new name clearly reflects the focus of Dr. Brown’s practice: helping people sustain high levels of performance in pressure situations while maintaining a sense of balance and sanity in their lives. |
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8/6/11 - Brown tapped as Fellow of American Psychological Association The APA Council of Representatives voted this past week to award Dr. Charlie Brown the status of "Fellow" of the organization, in recognition of his work advancing the application of sport psychology principles to performance areas beyond athletics, such as business, performing arts, medicine and other high risk occupations. Fellow status is reserved for individuals who have demonstrated "a national impact on the field of psychology, beyond a local, regional or state level." To learn more, click here. |
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1/7/2011 - Brown named consulting editor of inaugural journal on performance psychology Dr. Charlie Brown has been named a consulting editor of the soon to be published Journal of Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology, the official publication of the Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology of the American Psychological Association. The journal will publish it's first issue later in 2011 and is the first scholarly journal addressing performance psychology. For more about the journal click here. |
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12/22/2010 - Resources for athletes, performing artists and their parents Looking for a last minute holiday gift? Perhaps you would like a good book or movie to read during the holiday that will stimulate your mental game, or you simply want more information on how to help your young athlete get the most our of his or her sport. Kirsten Allen, a lead Senior III Swim Coach at SwimMAC of the Carolinas has helped me compile a list of books and movies that can help you with developing your mental game and making the most of your sport experience. Click here for the list and enjoy! I welcome your feedback and recommendations for additions to the list. |
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11/19/2010 - Reflections on dealing with a losing streak Every team has one at times, and the University of Texas is struggling with unexpected losses this season. Kevin Robbins recently interviewed Dr. Eddie O'Connor, Dr. Charlie Brown and others for insights on how to cope with a losing streak. Click here for more... |
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10/23/2010 - Swimming world mourns the loss of Fran Crippen The swimming world is mourning the tragic death of Fran Crippen, who died today during the final leg of a 10K open water race in Dubai. Anyone who knew Fran will tell you he was more than a great swimmer --- he was a great human being. An unexpected death such as this can be unsettling in many ways, especially for those who knew Fran personally. Dr. Jim Bauman, sport psychologist for USA Swimming, has provided a number of resources for dealing with grief: Dealing with a Loss |
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10/22/2010 - Brown honored by Association of Applied Sport Psychology Dr. Charlie Brown has been selected as a Fellow of the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). The fellow status is awarded to individuals who have "achieved distinction through significant contributions to academic and professional practice knowledge in sport and exercise psychology." Click here to learn more about AASP. |
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9/13/2010 - US Men's Kayak Team finishes 5th in Whitewater World Team Championship The team of Scott Mann, Brett Heyl and Scott Parsons placed 5th in the team competition of the World Championships in Tacen, Slovenia this weekend. it was the best team performance by the US in 15 years. In the individual competition, 17 year old Hailey Thompson placed 6th in the first-ever women's C-1 competition. Click here for more... |
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8/30/10 - Brown to present at the 2011 Networker Symposium The Networker Symposium is a high-energy gathering of 3,000+ therapists eager to hone their skills and learn cutting-edge developments in the field of therapy. The 2011 conference in Washington, DC will include a program by Dr. Charlie on "clinical cross-training," exploring how performance psychology techniques can enhance clinical skills, reduce therapist burnout, and foster excellence. For more on the Networker, click here. |
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8/23/10 - Exercise is Medicine If there were a pill that could improve health, reduce risk of the major causes of death in the US and improve mood, every patient would be demanding it; every physician would be prescribing it to EVERYONE. So why aren't physicians more active in prescribing exercise? The good news is that there is a major effort to have assessment of exercise as part of the "vital signs" gathered by all physicians. Read more here... |
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8/13/10 - Journal of Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology Dr. Jeff Martin has been named editor of the new journal to be published by APA's Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology, which will debut in 2011. The journal marks a significant benchmark in the evolution of performance psychology as there is growing recognition of the broad scope of performance beyond athletics. |
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8/12/10 - Performance Psychology Conversation Hour at APA Dr. Charlie Brown, along with colleagues Dr. Kate Hays and Dr. Linda Hamilton, helped kick off the Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology programming at the 2010 Convention of the American Psychological Association in San Diego today. The program was an interactive dialogue on issues encountered in Performance Psychology Consulting. Hot topics included: challenges of being a consultant in a clinical world; providing services via the internet; and the importance of assessing physiological aspects of performance in all performance consultations. |
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5/13/10 - Charlotte UltraSwim features nation's top swimmers The competition will be intense and the times are expected to be fast as Charlotte is host to some of the world's top swimmers at the 2010 UltraSwim Grand Prix Series this weekend. Over a dozen US Olympians will be part of the field vying for both bragging rights and a portion of the record $50,000 in prize money. Good luck to Coach David Marsh and all the Team Elite athletes of SwimMAC of the Carolinas! |
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4/5/10 - Brown joins medical team of NC Dance Theatre The NC Dance Theatre has added Dr. Charlie Brown as the performance psychologist of its Charlotte-based medical team. The theatre's president and artistic director, Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, along with associate artistic director Patricia McBride, have built a superb troupe that has a national reputation for excellence in programming, education and outreach, and dance training. For more about the NC Dance Theatre CLICK HERE... |
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2/2/10 - Start the Olympic countdown with Nicole Detling Miller on The Colbert Report Both US Speed Skating and sport psychology got a boost last night as Stephen Colbert was named "Official Assistant Sport Psychologist" for the US Speed Skating Team. In preparation for his being on-site with the team in Vancouver, his guest on the 2/1/10 show was USOC Sport Psychology Consultant, Dr. Nicole Detling Miller (head sport psychologist for the team). The back story is that Colbert has provided major financial support for the team (CLICK HERE for details of Colbert's role). Colbert's efforts are a great example of grass roots support for US Olympic athletes. To view the episode of The Colbert Report CLICK HERE. |
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12/04/09 - Brown addresses attorneys on avoiding pitfalls of stress and substance abuse. Dr. Charlie Brown was featured as part of the NC Bar Association 2009 Continuing Legal Education Series, Practical Professionalism: Ballast for Your Practice in Turbulent Economic Seas. Brown's presentation, "Avoiding the 'Bermuda Triangle' of Addiction, Substance Abuse and Mental Illness," focused on practical tips for managing stress within the high-pressure world of legal practice. |
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11/04/09 - Peak Performance in Chicago Dr. Charlie will conduct the opening workshop for the Illinois Psychological Association this Thursday to kick off their annual convention. The Conference Chair, Dr. Cindy Forster, and IPA President Dr. Steven Rothke have orchestrated a power-packed agenda that includes presentations by Dr. Kathleen Nordal, Executive Director of the APA Practice Directorate, and Dr. Melba Vasquez, a member of the APA Board of Directors and current candidate for the APA Presidency. For more information CLICK HERE. |
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10/19/09 - Salt Lake City is a-buzz with Sport Psychology The very first Sport Psychology Expo drew to a close leaving hundreds of athletes and their parents energized with their experience with sport psychology. Dr. Charlie Brown chaired the effort that organized this community outreach effort sponsored by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology and the C. Charles Jackson Foundation. For more information visit the Expo web site (CLICK HERE). |
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9/10/09 - It's housekeeping time at FPS Performance... Please excuse an electronic glitches and an absence of postings as the FPS Performance computer services are getting a total overhaul. Everything is being upgrades from the hosting server to becoming an "all Apple" system at the home office. We apologize for any inconveniences experienced during this transition. Next up: a revision of the web site in 2010! |
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7/22/09 - "10 Burning Questions for Dr. Charlie Brown" Ever wonder how Dr. Charlie got started in sport psychology? Or his greatest personal accomplishment in sport? These were just some of the questions addressed in an interview with Dr. B published in the 2009 Summer Newsletter of the Association of Applied Sport Psychology. CLICK HERE for more... |
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6/23/09 - New issue of Pressure Points released I know it is long overdue, but the new issue of Pressure Points is worth the wait. It includes tips for helping transform your performance efforts to long-lasting change, secrets of effective goal setting, and even a new cartoon feature. CLICK HERE to view on-line, but don't forget to add your address to the Pressure Points mailing list (you can register here). CB |
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4/24/09 - Brown addresses West Virginia University students on the realities of private practice in sport and performance The topic was "Development and Maintenance of a Private Practice in Sport and performance Psychology" and no question was off limits as Dr. Brown shared his lessons from his 28 years in private practice with students of the Sport and Exercise Psychology program at WVU. The WVU program has distinguished itself as one of the premier programs in North America in conducting empirical, peer-reviewed research. Dr. Jack Watson, the department chair, invited Brown as part of their Distinguished Lecturer program to provide insights from the world of private practice for their students. Click here to learn more about the Sport Psychology program at WVU. |
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4/19/09 - Utah is a buzz with Sport Psychology in anticipation of the 2009 Sport Psych Expo Dr. Charlie Brown was the keynote speaker at the 2009 Conference of the Utah Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association in St. George, UT this past weekend, both entertaining and educating the administrators on performance principles that they could apply in their daily lives. The keynote was the highlight of a five day visit promoting the 2009 Sport Psych Expo sponsored by the Association of Applied Sport Psychology. For more information about the Sport Psych Expo CLICK HERE. |
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4/3/09 - Hays' Performance Psychology in Action is released by APA Books If you a student or professional pursuing a career as a performance consultant or coach, don't miss out on this new release edited by Kate Hays. This is a casebook of consulting examples that delve into the nitty gritty of what actually goes on when engaged in performance consulting with athletes, performance artists, business leaders and professionals in high-risk occupations. The contributors include some of the top names in sport/performance psychology, including our own Dr. B. |
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3/30/09 - Dr. Charlie addresses Executive MBA Program on leadership lessons from Olympians Peak performance, smart recovery and leadership were the hot topics as Dr. Brown addressed the Executive MBA Program of the McColl School of Business of Queens University of Charlotte as an invited lecturer. The McColl School of Business is distinguished by its commitment to preparing students for leadership roles. Click here for more about the McColl program... |
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3/25/09 - Brown videoconference guest lecturer for UNC-Greensboro sport psychology program The ease and accessibility of videoconferencing has arrived! Dr. Brown answered questions regarding the APA Performance Psychology DVD in which he demonstrates his consulting style, and shared advice on starting a consulting practice - all from his Charlotte office while students participated in their Greensboro classroom. It was convenient, inexpensive, and the students loved it. With today's computer technology, quality coaching is not confined to face-to-face sessions. Click here for more on remote consulting... |
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3/2/09 - Dr. Brown designated Distinguished Lecturer at West Virginia University Dr. B will be headed to Morgantown, WV later this spring where he will address students and faculty on a variety of topics, including a generational perspective of the field of sport psychology, and how to establish and maintain a sport psychology private practice. |
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1/3/09 - Dr. Charlie invited to deliver keynote address to Utah Athletic Administrators The Utah Interscholastic Association of Athletic Administrators (UIAAA) has invited Dr. Brown to be the Keynote speaker at their annual conference this April in St. George, Utah. Dr. Brown will discuss integrating sport psychology concepts into everyday coaching activities, while also promoting the 2009 AASP Expo that will be held this fall in Salt Lake City. For more information on the Expo, click here. |
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12/05/08 - Mental Skills program for US Whitewater coaches Dr. Charlie provided insights on integrating mental skills training into on-going training programs as part of the annual gathering of the USA Canoe/Kayak Coaches Association held this year in Charlotte, NC. |
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11/14/08 - Team building with attorneys is huge success The Duke Mansion was buzzing with activity as Dr. Charlie Brown facilitated a day-long team building session for the Office of General Counsel of the Carolinas Healthcare System. The program integrated principles of peak performance and energy management as the 13 attorneys from four different locations worked together to meld as a cohesive team. Feedback on the process was unanimous: every participant gave the highest possible rating on recommending the program to others. |
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10/27/08 - Cross Country for Youth focuses on mental skills while building character Dr. Brown presented a program on "Mental Skills for Peak Performance" to the Cross Country for Youth (CCFY) team at Wilson Middle School in Charlotte, NC. CCFY is a unique fitness program that introduces young people to cross-country training and character-building concepts to develop the whole person. It is headed by Reggie McAfee, the first African-American to break the four-minute mile. For more information about CCFY, click here. |
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10/15/08 - Veronica Chambers describes working with Dr. Charlie in O, The Oprah Magazine In the November issue of O, The Oprah Magazine the talented and courageous Veronica Chambers shares her story of working with Dr. B in battling for health and fitness after a life-threatening preeclampic pregnancy. It is a dynamite story, and even includes a photo of Dr. B at the US National Whitewater Center. (click here for an online version - sorry, but it doesn't have the photo of Dr. Charlie!) |
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9/24-26/08 - Sport psychologists gather in St. Louis The Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) has been a treasure chest of innovative ideas and stimulating conversations on cutting edge issues in the field of applied sport psychology. Dr. Brown was chosen for the "Best of the Best" workshop in which four leaders in the field were asked to provide a demonstration of what each considered to be his or her "signature" intervention. So what was Dr. B's favorite? Centering with rapid relaxation to achieve one's ideal performance state. Click here for more information about centering. |
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8/18/08 - New York Times Front Page: "What Now?" for Olympic athletes Ben Cary's story on what happens to Olympic athletes after the games (in which Dr. Charlie is cited) landed on the front page of the New York Times. Click here for more... |
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8/15/08 - Just released: APA's Performance Psychology DVD featuring Dr. Charlie Brown Today marked the official release of the DVD, Performance Psychology, produced by the American Psychological Association as part of their "Specific Treatments for Specific Populations Program." This training video is designed for professionals wanting to learn more about specific techniques of sport/performance psychology. The DVD is a case study in which Dr. Brown demonstrates his approach in working with people seeking to enhance or improve performance. For more information, click here. |
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8/14/08 - What's tougher? Winning at the Olympics or winning 7 Superbowls in a row? Check out the Psychology Today blog where Steven Kotler interviews Dr. Charlie Brown on this topic (click here). |
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8/11/08 - Listen to Dr. Charlie Brown on WFAE radio Tune in this morning (shortly after 6:30 AM and replayed again at 8:30 AM) to WFAE Radio for Lisa Miller's report on Dr. B's work with the US Olympic Whitewater team. The report coincides with the first whitewater canoe and kayak events of the Olympics. |
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8/8/08 - Let the Games begin! Special edition of Pressure Points commemorates the start of the Olympics It's here! At 8:00 this evening the 2008 Summer Olympic Games finally start. Check out the special edition of Pressure Points that contains links to Olympic television coverage, as well as tips to make viewing the Olympics a family affair. |
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7/28/08 - Dr. Brown on InBetween Swims: The Whitewater podcasts Jeff McIntyre, creator of the InBetween Swims podcasts, interviewed Dr. Charlie on his work with the US Whitewater Slalom team for the podcast scheduled for release just prior to the beginning of the Olympics. The podcasts are for paddling enthusiasts of all abilities; check it out at InBetweenSwims.com . |
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7/25/08 - Overcoming the Fear Factor This month's issue of SouthPark magazine features Dr. Charlie's work with triathlete and cyclist, Melinda Yelton, as an example on how talented athletes are using sport psychologists to deal with some of the realistic dangers of elite performance. And no, this SouthPark is not in Colorado they "kill Kenny" on a routine basis; it is an upscale shopping mall in Charlotte, NC. |
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7/23/08 - New issue of Pressure Points available A new issue of the FPS Performance newsletter, Pressure Points, is available (click here). This issue was originally written for Olympic athletes, and has been adapted for the broad audience of clients and interests here at FPS Performance: athletes of all ages, performing artists, business persons and professionals, and people seeking better work-life balance. And remember to make watching the Olympics a family affair! |
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7/18/08 - Dr. Brown's work highlighted by the Irish Sport Psychology Network The upcoming issue of PsychWorks, the official newsletter of the Irish Sport Psychology Network, will highlight Dr. Charlie's work with the USA Canoe and Kayak slalom team. Dr. Tadhg MacIntyre, Coordinator of the Irish Sport Psych Network, invited Dr. B to share his holistic approach with colleagues "across the pond." The article, entitled "More Than a Toolbox," has a personal touch that includes grandfather quotes, but suffers from the inability to write with either a soft Southern accent or a delightful Irish lilt. Learn more about the Irish Sport Psychology Network at IrishSportPsych.com. |
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7/10/08 - Sport psychologists recognized in the APA magazine, Monitor on Psychology Dr. Charlie Brown is one of 11 psychologists recognized in the July/August issue of the APA Monitor for their work preparing athletes for the Beijing Olympics. So what does our Dr. B say about going to Beijing? He will not be there in person, but will be maintaining an on-site presence through extensive use of audio and video conferencing via computer. |
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7/6/08 - USA Canoe and Kayak (USACK) Slalom athletes shine at Augsburg World Cup as US Olympic team is selected The USACK whitewater slalom team had one of it's best showings in years as athletes battled it out in the final leg of determining who will represent the US at the Beijing Olympics. In the qualifying round, all three American K-1 (kayak) men finished in the top 10; all three men's C-1 (canoe) advanced to the semi-finals; two women kayaker's made it to the next round, as did the young two-man canoe of Rick Powell and Casey Eichfeld with a 7th place finish. When the dust settled at the end of the weekend, Scott Parsons secured an Olympic slot after winning the Bronze medal for the K-1 men's competition. Joining Scott on the US Olympic team are Heather Corrie (women's kayak), Benn Fraker (men's single canoe), and the team of Powell and Eichfeld in the two-man canoe. Good luck to all as the games begin on 08/08/08! |
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5/19/08 - Just as good the second time around: Returning to a Childhood Sport Karen Hobson's column in this week's issue of US News and World Report discusses adults returning to a sport or activity that one did in their youth appears (similar to the story that ran in the on-line version of the magazine last fall). Ms. Hobson interviewed Dr. Charlie for the story, who recommends being cautious and realistic with expectations if you are returning to a sport, but also to know that "the years of perspective can make you a smarter and wiser athlete, which can mean a surprising rebound in skills." |
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5/1/08 - Ever wonder what advice Olympic athletes get just prior to a major competition? Check out the special issue of Pressure Points that went out to the athletes in preparation for the recent Olympic Trials. (Click here) |
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4/27/08 - Congratulations to the 2008 US National Whitewater Slalom Team! Record-breaking crowds at the US National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC watched whitewater slalom at its finest during three days of racing in which 135 competitors from 13 countries competed. Athletes from US, Canada, and Ireland were competing for places on their respective national teams, from which the selection for the Beijing Olympics will be made. The Carolina weather showcased the USNWC facility and the competition was a nail-biter to the very end. For complete coverage, check out the USACK web site. |
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3/25/08 - Dancing with the Dragon The USOC hosted a gathering of sport psychologists working with US teams as they prepare for the Beijing Olympics. Dr. Brown was part of the two-day program as the US prepares to "go for the Gold" in August. Kudos to Dr. Peter Haberl and the entire USOC Sport Psychology staff for an outstanding program! |
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3/1/3/08 - Mental Skills Training Camp for USA Canoe & Kayak Dr. Brown just completed three days of intensive mental skills training with the top whitewater athletes in the US. The training camp was part of a power packed weekend at the US National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC this weekend where elite paddlers from the US, Canada, and Ireland gathered to compete in a series of races. The US team is looking strong as the paddlers prepare for the national team trials in April. |
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2/15/08 - Dr. Brown tapped for "Best of the Best" panel Dr. Charlie Brown has been invited to participate as one of the "Best of the Best" panelists at the 2008 Convention of the Association of Applied Sport Psychology. The "Best of the Best" session is a program sponsored by the Performance Enhancement/Intervention Committee where 3-4 experienced sport psychologists are invited to describe and demonstrate their best techniques for students and colleagues. So what is Dr. B's "signature" intervention? The verdict is still out, but it will likely be either rapid relaxation or imagery that incorporate elements of hypnosis. |
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11/21/07 - Thinking of returning to a sport or activity that you enjoyed in your younger years? Check out the article by Katherine Hobson in U.S. News and World Report where she interviewed Dr. Brown on tips for the process. The bottom line? Make certain that you have reasonable expectations. (click here) |
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10/24/07 - Let's build an AASP Expo to showcase sport psychology! I'm off to Louisville, KY for the Convention of the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) where I have the honor of chairing a star studded symposium where we introduce the concept of creating an AASP Expo. The Expo will be a showcase of services for youth groups, coaches, individuals and families, encompassing the broad spectrum of sport psychology services - performance enhancement, health and wellness, leadership, recovery from injury, and research. Click here for a description of the project; here to sign up for more information; and here for resources for working together on this HUGE and exciting project. |
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09/29/07 - New edition of Pressure Points available I've returned from Brazil and a new edition of Pressure Points is being mailed out this week. This newsletter by FPS Performance has articles, tips, pointers and guidelines for people wanting performance excellence and quality of life. Pressure Points is designed for a broad audience that reflects the clients and interests here at FPS Performance: athletes of all ages, performing artists, business persons and professionals, and people seeking better work-life balance. Feel free to share Pressure Points with others, and let us know what you think of the Pressure Points concept; we welcome your feedback, suggestions and story ideas. Check it out: Pressure Points 2(1). If you want to subscribe to Pressure Points, click here. |
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9/9/07 - Você fala português? Get ready for the whitewater canoe and kayak World Championship in Brazil Dr. Charlie Brown will be heading to Foz do Iguaco, Brazil this week in his capacity as the sport psychologist for the USA Canoe/Kayak (USACK). USACK is a member of the US Olympic Committee and the national governing body for the Olympic sports of Flatwater Sprint and Whitewater Slalom. Good luck to all the US athletes as as they for the title of being best in the world. Click here for more information on the competition. |
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8/18/07 - Performance Psychology Symposium at APA in San Francisco Dr. Brown presented "Walking the Walk: The Consultant As a Performer" as part of the Performance Psychology in Action Symposium at the American Psychological Association's Convention in San Francisco, CA this weekend. For a copy of the paper that was the basis of this presentation click here. |
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5/4/07 - Lights! Camera! Action! Sport/performance psychology training DVD featuring Dr. Charlie Brown It was a privilege working with Dr. Jon Carlson and his staff at Governors State University outside of Chicago as we filmed a live sport/performance consultation for APA's DVD/Video series, Specific Treatments for Specific Populations. The DVD will include a full length unedited performance consultation, an interview in which I describe my approach to performance consulting, an analysis of the session where we review and discuss selected portions of the session, and a special option of reviewing the entire session with a running audio commentary as to my thoughts and choices during the process. It should prove to be an excellent resource for anyone wanting to see performance consulting in action. |
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4/30/07 - Mecklenburg the palindrome mecca? This is a bit of trivia for those who enjoy quirky observations. At opposite ends of Mecklenburg County surrounding Charlotte, NC, there are two outstanding sport features: the Lowes Motor Speedway and the US National Whitewater Center. At one you will find a racecar and at the other a kayak - both words are palindromes (a word or phrase that reads the same backward as forward). |
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4/29/07 - USA Canoe & Kayak National Team Trials in Charlotte, NC Top athletes from both the US and Canada gathered in Charlotte this week to determine who will represent the their respective counties in international Canoe and Kayak competition for 2007. For the US, Benn Fraker dominated the C-1 competition; Ashley Nee and Zuzana Vanha secured two of the K-1 women's slots by the end of day two, as did Scott Parsons and Brett Heyl for the men's K-1, but the 3rd slot was a nail-biter all the way to the final run of three days of competition. Jim Wade rounded out the men's K-1 team with a stellar performance on the third day, and junior Caroline Queen joined the Women's team. For complete results and listing of the new 2007 US team, click here . |
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3/31/07 - Dr. Brown guest lecturer at UNC-Greensboro It was a treat presenting to the graduate program in sport psychology at UNC-G on designing contextually intelligent interventions. Kudos to Dr. Renee Newcomer-Appaneal for her efforts in preparing some of the top sport psychologists of the future! |
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3/7/07 - Find your "Just Right" fitness program Check out the article by Joe Hart in Experience Life magazine where Dr. Brown offers suggestions in integrating fitness routines into varied and busy lifestyles. Click here to view the article |
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2/5/07 - Dr. Brown to present at American Psychological Association Convention in August At this year's APA Convention in San Francisco Dr. Charlie Brown will discuss "The Psychologist as a Performer: Walking the Walk" as part of the symposium Performance Psychology in Action. The program is chaired by Dr. Kate Hays and includes several presentations that are a preview of the book by the same name, edited by Dr. Hays and scheduled for release in late 2007- early 2008. |
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1/31/07 - Designated sport psychologist for USA Olympic Canoe & Kayak team In preparation for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Dr. Charlie Brown has been named as the sport psychologist for USA Canoe and Kayak, the national governing body for canoe and kayak racing in the United States. Dr. B will be working with athletes and coaches as athletes compete first to make the national team and then to qualify for the prized slot that competes at the Olympics (only one boat per category can go). Click here to learn more about USA Canoe and Kayaking. |
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1/22/07 - Panel discussing youth sports: How Much Is Too Much? Dr. Charlie Brown will be part of a panel discussion sponsored by Providence Day School of Charlotte, NC exploring the role of youth sports in today's culture. The group will look at the challenges of sports participation while maintaining both balance and perspective on nurturing excellence and overall well-being. If you are interested in the topic, you may want to check out these resources: ACSM issues of the Fit Society addressing youth sports and resistance (weight) training for children; and the Parenting Checklist provided by the US Tennis Association. |
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12/3/06 - Numerous media interviews during the fall Our schedule has been so busy that we've falling behind in listing media interviews. Over the past eight weeks, interviews have included Alison Wellner of Inc. magazine, Jessie Knadler writing for both Prevention and Fitness, Stacey Baker of Family Circle, and Janet Cromley of the L.A. Times, just to name a new. Topics ranges from applying principles of sport psychology to the world of business to the value of grunting while exercising (obviously a bit on the lighter side). |
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10/25/06 - Surgical Grand Rounds at the University of California - San Diego, La Jolla, CA Dr. Brown's presentation, The Surgeons’ Mental Skills Project: Understanding the Mental Skills and Interpersonal Styles of Effective Surgeons, was well received. Dr. David Easter and his colleagues at UCSD share interest in including mental skills training as part of their innovative training program. |
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10/19/06 - Data collection starts for the Surgeons' Mental Skills Project This morning marked the official launching of the Surgeons' Mental Skills Project as residents and faculty of the Carolinas Medical Center take part in a pilot project studying the mental skills and interpersonal styles of effective surgeons. |
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9/26-30/06 - The Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) is a powerhouse of stimulation This years' AASP convention in Miami was full of high energy and innovation. Dr. Brown was on the agenda for three programs. In the symposium, The Cutting Edge: Sport Psychology in Medical Settings, Dr. Brown joined with Dr. Linnea Haugue of Rush Hospital in Chicago and Dr. Adam Dubrowski of the University of Toronto to share the diversity of opportunities for individuals with backgrounds in either sport psychology or kinesiology within surgical settings. In Beyond the Toolbox, Brown was part of a panel including Dan Gould and Al Petipas, where each candidly shared his model of consulting. In the symposium, Supervision for Sport Psychology Practitioners: Balancing the Needs and Risks, Brown addressed the risks and benefits of an individual in private practice providing supervision. |
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9/12/06 - Watch for article on the benefits of weight training in Self magazine A recent study has questioned whether weight training alone boosts metabolism, but there are still plenty of reasons to regularly hit the weight room. Author Stacey Baker chatted with Dr. Brown on benefits other than increased metabolism as part of her preparation for the story scheduled for December 2006. |
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9/8/06 - Dr. Charlie Brown featured speaker at the 2006 Optimist Club of Under the guidance of tournament director Mike Watson, this year's "Swing for Youth" Benefit Golf Tournament was both a financial and social success, surpassing last year's fundraising by almost 50%. All proceeds benefit youth in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community. The post-tournament dinner included a presentation by Dr. Charlie Brown on "Unleashing the Athlete Within." It was a grand time for a great cause. |
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9/6/06 - Sport Psychology training DVD to feature Dr. Charlie Brown Our own Dr. B has been invited by the American Psychological Association to film an educational video on sport psychology consulting. The video includes a "Jay Leno style" interview with Dr. Brown, followed by an actual performance consultation. The DVD is being directed by Jon Carlson, who has made over 200 award-winning professional and commercial videos. The project is anticipated to be filmed in early 2007. |
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8/26/06 - US Canoe and Kayak National Championships ROCK at the new US National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC Conditions were superb, the crowds were great and the paddlers were awesome for the opening event of the US National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC. Congratulations to the Men's National Champions: Brett Heyl (kayak), Austin Crane (C-1) and the team of Casey Eichfield and Rick Powell (C-2); and a special congratulations to the Women's Champion (kayak), Zuzana Vanha, whose final run was could have been scripted straight from an action movie. It was complete with two flips and a spectacular recovery in the "nick of time" to avoid tumbling over the final falls. Check out the USACK web site for photos (click here for USACK photos). |
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8/22/06 - Upcoming Psychotherapy Finance article on sport psychology John Nelander interviewed Dr. Charlie Brown for an upcoming report on things that clinicians need to know if they would like to broaden their practice to include sport psychology. CB's bottom line: Most people do not know what they do not know; take time to get good training in performance excellence. |
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8/10/06 - Laissez les bons temps roulez! APA is in New Orleans The American Psychological Association holds it's annual convention in the Big Easy this week, where Dr. Charlie Brown will make two presentations. Click here for a copy of his notes from the presentation titled, "The Surgeons' Mental Skills Project: Carving Out New Territory for Sport Psychologists." Click here for a copy of his notes from the symposium, "Sport Psychology Supervision - How Do We Balance Need and Risk?" |
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7/24/06 - Dr. Brown interviewed by John Hanc of Runners World Look for Hanc's article on being a life-long marathoner in the November issue that will hit the newstands in early October. Dr. Brown's advice? Train smart, avoid junk miles and take care of your relationships if you want to "run long and prosper..." |
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7/13/06 - Mental skills program for surgical residents at the Carolinas Medical Center Dr. Charlie Brown updated the surgical residents at CMC on the upcoming Surgeons" Mental Skills Project and offered tips on managing attention and concentration in pressure situations. |
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7/5/06 - FPS Performance partners with Carolinas Medical Center to study the mental skills of surgeons The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Health Services Foundation has awarded at $22,500 grant for the Surgeons' Mental Skills Project (SMSP), a collaborative effort between FPS Performance and the Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) to better understand the attention and interpersonal styles of effective surgeons. Dr. Frederick Greene and Dr. Will Miles are the principal investigators of the grant which will initially focus on a pilot study with the CMC surgical residents, and later expand to multiple sites. |
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6/30/06 - Check out the new issue of Pressure Points Do you want more balance and productivity in your life? Stop communicating; commit yourself to an institution; eat an elephant; reduce speed in the final descent and celebrate every landing. For clarification, check out the latest issue of Pressure Points. |
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5/11/06 - Dr. Brown interviewed by Veronica Chambers of Vogue magazine Check out Veronica Chambers' article in the June issue of Vogue, where she interviewed Dr. Charlie Brown on the benefits and challenges of abstaining from alcohol for a month. Ms. Chambers deserves special credit for under-taking the project while she is living in France and surrounded by some of the world's finest wines! |
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5/10/06 - Kantrowitz's "Slimming Down for Swimsuit Season" in Newsweek Barbara Kantrowitz's story on sticking with an exercise program was posted on-line yesterday (Click here for the article). The article integrates extensive quotes and recommendations from her interview with Dr. Charlie Brown, and is an excellent resource for persons struggling to stick with their exercise goals. |
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5/9/06 - Barb Berggoetz of the Indianapolis Star interviews Dr. Brown on compulsive exercising. Look for Berggoetz's story scheduled to run in the the Indianapolis
Star next Tuesday (May 16) on obligatory exercising that
is fueled by fear and guilt rather than positively pursuing a
goal. |
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5/5/06 - Specialty News looks at applying principles of peak performance to sales personnel Editor-In Chief (and ultra-distance runner) Therese Iknoian interviewed Dr. Charlie Brown for an upcoming story on applying the principles of performance enhancement and thinking in stages as a means of improving the performance of sales persons in the fitness industry. |
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5/4/06 - Surgical residents from the University of Rochester Medical College (New York) address the mental demands of surgery Dr. Charlie Brown was featured at the URMC Residents' Retreat, presenting on Lessons from Olympians: Mental Skills for Peak Performance and It Takes Balance to Run a Career. |
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4/25/06 - Dr. Brown interviewed by Men's Journal Richard Conniff of Men's Journal interviewed Dr. Charlie Brown for an upcoming article on the psychological benefits of "healthy heart" lifestyle. Watch for the story in the August issue. |
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4/11/06 - Dr. Charlie Brown interviewed by Barbara Kantrowitz for Newsweek Barbara Kantrowitz, Senior Editor for Newsweek and author of the bi-weekly column, Her Body, talked with Dr. Brown for tips on helping women stick with their exercise efforts. Look for the column in 2-3 weeks. |
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4/7/06 - Dr. Charlie Brown in Self magazine Natalie Gingrich interviewed Dr. Brown as part of her story on getting fit and staying fit, scheduled for the August issue. Check it out. |
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4/6/06 - Family Circle article on sticking with your exercise plan Stacey Baker interviewed Dr. Charlie Brown for this article, which is scheduled for the September issue. It should be full of practical tips for the entire family. |
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4/4/06 - USA Triathlon Newsletter article on the impact of training on relationships Tom Slear interviewed Dr. Charlie Brown on this topic for the upcoming issue of the USA Triathlon Newsletter. The bottom line: training does not have to be disruptive as long as the athlete still takes care of responsibilities and relationships at home. Keep on the look out for the article. |
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3/29/06 - Presentation to sport psychology students at the University of North Carolina - Greensboro At the invitation of Dr. Renee Newcomer-Appaneal, Dr. Charlie Brown shared with these future sport psychologists, "Things I wish I had learned in graduate school," addressing the pragmatics of being a consultant and working in the world of performance psychology. |
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3/22/06 - Mental skills program for the Association of Program Directors in Surgery (APDS), Tucson, AZ Interest was high and the presentation room overflowing as Dr. Charlie Brown and Dr. Rick Greene of the Carolinas Medical Center presented two workshops on applying the principles of peak performance and mental skills training to help surgeons prepare for the mental demands of practicing medicine. There was strong interest in the Surgeons' Mental Skills Project being conducted by FPS Performance in conjunction with the Carolinas Medical Center, as several program directors expressed interest in participating in the study. |
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3/16/06 - Creativity Day at the 2006 Networker Symposium, Washington, DC: Applying principles of peak performance to creativity Some 50+ participants enjoyed a day-long workshop by Dr. Charlie Brown on applying the principles of peak performance to their own creative efforts. If you would like a DVD of the Creativity Day program, Peak Performance Psychology: Entering the Creativity Zone, click here. |
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2/22/06 - CNBC's On the Money features sport psychology in business The CNBC feature mentioned in the 2/17/06 posting airs tonight at 8:00 and again at 11:00. It highlights both Dr. Nate Zinsser of West Point's Center for Enhanced Performance and Dr. Charlie Brown of FPS Performance. The program provides a nice presentation of how the same mental skills and techniques used in sports can be applied in business settings. Dr. Zinsser points out that an athlete needs to focus on peak performance for only a few hours at a time, where most people in business need to be at the top of their game 8 hours a day, five days a week. We hope to secure a copy of the feature for the FPS Performance web site, so check back if you missed the program. |
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2/22/06 - General Surgery Research Conference, Carolinas Medical Center Dr. Charlie Brown presented on The Surgeons' Mental Skills Project to the 30+ researchers attending the conference. |
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2/21/06 - Make watching the Olympics a family affair Throughout the world families are glued to their televisions
watching the very best in the world put everything on the line
in quest for Olympic glory. It is a fantastic opportunity for
parents to help their children learn about setting goals, working
hard, dealing with disappointments, and dealing with pressure.
The free study guide provided by the Association for the Advancement
of Applied Sport Psychology (AAASP) offers step-by-step assistance
that makes viewing the Olympics more than mere entertainment;
the process becomes a lesson in life. |
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2/19/06 - LA Times article on trail running: "A run on the wild side" Hugo Martin interviewed Dr. Charlie Brown on the benefits of exercising outdoors in this story that ran in Sunday's edition of the LA Times. The conclusion: trail runners tend to relish getting close to nature, experiencing the elements, and enjoying the benefits of sunlight combating Seasonal Affective Disorder. Click here for story |
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2/17/06 - CNBC feature on applying sport psychology principles in business Watch for this CNBC feature that is tentatively scheduled to run in conjunction with the Winter Olympics. It features Dr. Charlie Brown's work as an example of how the principles and techniques of sport psychology can help people in business settings improve performance and sustain excellence. The exact air time has yet to be announced, so stay tuned. |
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2/14/06 - FPS Performance launches Pressure Points. Happy Valentines! The inaugural issue of Pressure Points, a quarterly
newsletter by FPS Performance with articles, tips, pointers and
guidelines for people wanting performance excellence and quality
of life. Pressure Points is designed for a broad audience
that reflects the clients and interests here at FPS Performance:
athletes of all ages, performing artists, business persons and
professionals, and people seeking better work-life balance. Feel
free to share Pressure Points with others, and let us
know what you think of the Pressure Points concept; we
welcome your feedback, suggestions and story ideas. Check it out:
Pressure
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1/30/06 - Program on Supervision of Sport Psychologists at the 2006 APA Convention in New Orleans Dr. Karen Cogan of North Texas State University will chair a symposium that includes Dr. Charlie Brown and Dr. Rob Fazio (of Hold the Door for Others) as they address issues encountered when providing and receiving supervision. Dr. Eric Harris will serve as the discussant of the program, bringing his expertise as both a psychologist and an attorney. The Exercise and Sport Division of the American Psychological Association (APA) will sponsor the program and offer formal CEU's for those attending. The convention is scheduled for August 10-12; the exact date and time of the program is yet to be announced. |
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1/30/06 - Austrian Broadcasting Company prepares coverage for the 2006 Olympic Games Dr. Charlie Brown was among a select number of sport psychologists interviewed as part of the radio station's hour-long program marking the commencement of the Winter Olympics. And that's right - it is Austria not Australia; and no, the program is not in German, but English. The program is scheduled to air on February 11, 2006. |
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