Mind Over Muscle Lesson Plan

Students will define mental toughness and learn three resilience strategies—positive self-talk, controlled breathing, and visualization—then practice these techniques and create action plans to stay strong under pressure.

This lesson equips 8th grade athletes with coping skills to manage stress, maintain focus, and bounce back from setbacks. Strengthening mental toughness boosts performance, confidence, and overall well-being on and off the field.