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“A lot of times guys have the tendency to try to kick it too hard or over-kick it. Just like a golf swing, the harder you try to hit it the less chance you have at it going straight.” quote by Stephen Gostkowski
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“A lot of times guys have the tendency to try to kick it too hard or over-kick it. Just like a golf swing, the harder you try to hit it the less chance you have at it going straight.”

Stephen Gostkowski

About This Quote

Source Interview: NFL Kicker Stephen Gostkowski, ESPN, 2015

Overexertion reduces accuracy; effort must be balanced for precision.

In simple terms: Trying too hard hurts performance.

Key Takeaway

Find the right effort level.

Themes

sports performance effort

Mood

focused determined

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • kicking
  • throwing
  • shooting
  • driving

Key Concepts

motor control psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What balance of effort yields best results?
  • How can you train for controlled power?
A Different Perspective

Too much force can cause loss of control.

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