Of course winning is a goal, but it shouldn’t be THE goal. Winning is NOT the best possible outcome. The best possible outcome for an athlete is to become better in the process of winning. In other words, just because you won doesn’t mean you got better. This is an important mindset for athletes to […]
It’s common to hear people say that sport performance is “50% physical and 50% mental” or even “80% physical and 20% mental.” But I believe something different: sports are 100% mental. While the physical component is obvious—strength, endurance, and skill are all critical—the mind is the ultimate driver of these physical capabilities. This perspective aligns […]
Athletic anxiety is a common experience among athletes at all levels of competition. It’s a response to the perceived pressure and expectations associated with performance. I like to say that anxiety and intensity are two sides of the same coin for athletes. Furthermore, understanding both sides is the key to managing it with confidence. When […]