The timeless multimillion-copy phenomenon. 50th anniversary edition featuring a new foreword by
Bill Gates. 'Groundbreaking . . . I still give it to friends today' - Bill Gates 'One of the
most powerful mindset books ever written' - Daniel Pink With unparalleled insights into the
mental landscape of performance The Inner Game of Tennis provides you with the definitive
framework for long-term success. Instead of concentrating on how to improve your technique
Timothy Gallwey starts from the understanding that 'every game is composed of two parts an
outer game and an inner game'. The former is played against opponents on the court but the
latter is a battle within ourselves as we try and overcome self-doubt and anxiety. It is often
won or lost before a ball has been hit. In his revolutionary approach built on a foundation
of Zen thinking and humanistic psychology Gallwey will teach you how to: Trust the intuitive
wisdom of your body Quiet your mind of worry fear and distraction Achieve a state of 'relaxed
concentration' in which success comes naturally Described by Billie Jean King as her 'tennis
bible' Timothy Gallwey's international bestseller has been essential reading for sports
players of all abilities since it was first published in 1974. With lessons on gamesmanship and
breaking bad habits it is no surprise that Gallwey's method has had a far-reaching impact both
on and off the tennis court. Whether you want to win at tennis write a novel get ahead at
work or simply unwind after a stressful day Gallwey shows you how to tap into your utmost
potential. This is your key to peak performance.
