Pete Jackson Sport Psychology
Wellbeing & Performance

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SPORT PSYCHOLOGY BOOKS

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A list of 30 recommended books on sport psychology, performance, problem-solving and wellbeing. There are 3 books per category and 10 categories. Click on the links below to find out more about them.

For those in the United States, this article by Five Books lists some popular books for American sports, while those up for more of a challenge can check out this list by Positive Psychology which includes some textbooks.

Many of the below books were added to the list after putting out a poll to the sport psychology community on social media.

N.B. This post contains affiliate links, however all the books below have been chosen as a result of my own experience and a poll of experienced practitioners. I am not compensated by any of the authors. Any questions about the selection or other books you are interested in, please email [email protected].


30 Books related to Sport Psychology, Performance and Wellbeing

 
Sport Psychology Books in 10 Categories
 

1 - Problem solving & career


2 - Wellbeing & mindfulness


3 - Organisations & Culture


4 - Performing under pressure


5 - Understanding human nature


6 - Sporting biographies


7 - For trainee sport psychologists


8 - Listening & understanding


9 - Mental health


10 - Learning, Mastery & DEFINITIONS OF SUCCESS