NBA Champions Use Mindfulness

Phil Jackson holds the NBA record for the most combined championships (13) as a player and coach. He is known by his players as the "Zen Master" because Phil utilizes a holistic approach to training and he teaches Mindfulness skills to all his players. 

Each of his coaching titles was won with a full time Mindfulness coach on staff.

Phil's Mindfulness coach is a former player named George Mumford. George has written a book about his struggles and his teaching principles called "The Mindful Athlete". 

Michael Jordan can be seen in the image above practicing Mindfulness exercises.

Kobe Bryant being Mindful before a game.

Lebron Uses Mindfulness

Lebron James can be seen in this image using Mindfulness breathing skills during the NBA playoffs. He practices Mindfulness every day. Lebron utilizes these exercises to alleviate stress and quiet his mind. This provides greater self awareness and allows him to focus on the present.