There is a thin line between peak performance and a confidence crisis. Recognizing when you’re on this razor’s edge can mean the difference between a swift recovery and a prolonged struggle. Confidence doesn’t just disappear; it erodes under pressure, doubt, and fear. This guide is your early warning system and recovery plan, designed to help […]
In this essay I aim to unravel the two faces of mental toughness, comparing its manifestation in team sports with its counterpart in individual sports. I leverage studies, like those referenced by Trine University and TCU, which highlight how athletes in team sports experience less depression and anxiety than their counterparts in individual sports, owing […]
Imagine standing at the edge of a track, the cold air burning your lungs and stiffness in your legs as you eye the stretch ahead with your frosty breath visible in the winter chill. You know the run will be grueling, yet something deep inside nudges you forward. This is the daily reality for athletes […]