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 […]
Focus is not about shutting everything out; it’s about directing your energy toward what matters most. It’s the ability to control your attention and concentrate on the task at hand, despite external distractions or internal noise. Scientifically, it involves activating the brain’s prefrontal cortex—the area responsible for decision-making and goal-directed behavior—while quieting the amygdala, which […]
A bad start can shake even the most seasoned athlete. When emotions run high and pressure mounts, the mind becomes the true battleground. To win on this battleground, athletes must be able to shift their mind to neutral. The late Trevor Moawad, who sadly lost his 2-year battle with cancer in 2021, was a renowned […]