Sport, the mental issue

Scenes

Introduction judoka Ben Sonnemans

In this clip, we see judo practice with Dutch judo champion Ben Sonnemans. Also, his sport psychologist explains Sonnemans’ situation.

Introduction discus thrower van der Kruk

Pieter van der Kruk, a Dutch discus throwing talent, is learning how to cope with qualification anxiety

Haptonoom at work

Here, we see Dutch haptonoom Ted Troost at work. He explains that he doesn’t think he is a mental coach, he merely helps people to be aware of their bodies and the human touch.

Haptonoom at work part 2

Haptonoom Ted Troost is touching a client while explaining the goal of haptonomy

In the mind of judoka Sonnemans

Dutch judoka Ben Sonnemans is preparing for the Olympics match. Here, we see him win a judo match. Meanwhile, his sport psychologist tells us what goes on in this champion’s mind.

Training worries of discus thrower van der Kruk.

Discus thrower Pieter van der Kruk is training for the Olympics. He is worried about an injury and shares his concerns with his sport psychologist Blitz.

Haptonoom at work part 3

Haptonoom Ted Troost is trying to explain the idea of haptonomy and tells about his accomplishments. Psychologist Blitz however remains very sceptic. Psychologist Huijbers isn’t sure about the contested method either.

Judoka Sonnemans loses Olympics match

This clip shows footage of the 1996 Olympics where Dutch judoka Ben Sonnemans loses a match. His sports psychologist Huijbers is watching the images. Furthermore, the clip contains an interview with Sonnemans about his defeat.