Blogs
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Rituals in Sport: Performance-enhancing or just Superstition?
People often joke about pre-game rituals, yet are they effective?
Perfectionist? How to Let Go and Become Your Best.
There is often a blur between what people define as a ‘perfectionist’ and a ‘high achiever.’ This article explores such difference.
Becoming a Champion of the Court (but without the racket)
When you think about tennis, it may seem like a very physically demanding sport. However, while there are a lot of physical demands, there are also a lot of mental aspects that need to be trained as well. Read more to learn how winning your match actually depends on your mental toughness and less on your physical training.
5 Tips For Keeping Your Head in the Game
Sports psychology doesn’t need to be complicated. Here are 5 quick and easy tips for improving your mental game!
The Power of Perseverance and Teamwork: From an Athlete's Perspective
Here I explain what I learned from my time as a varsity water polo player.
How Swim Team Changed My Outlook On Teamwork
Experiences have the power to change perspectives. Here, I explain how my experiences in swimming changed my perspective on teamwork.
Disciplining Yourself and Tracking Your Foods
There is a lot of work behind the scenes of an athlete's diet. This blog explores how tracking your foods can ultimately help sports performance.
5 Ways Parents Can Support Kids in Sports
If you’re the parent of a young athlete, it’s only natural to want your child to succeed on and off the field! But how can you help your child reach their full potential in sports, academics, and more?
The Importance of Sleep
Perhaps the greatest habit an athlete can build is one that requires no physical exertion. While seemingly contradictory, sleep and rest are equally if not more important than any level of training an athlete may do.
The Truth About Taking Time off Sports
The idea of taking time off from sports is often disliked by extremely competitive athletes. However, the key to preventing burnout in athletes is proper rest.
The Power of Composure: From an Athlete’s Perspective
The ability to maintain one’s composure is something that many athletes struggle with. Yet, there is power in staying composed.
Losing – How to Get Over it and Why it can Actually be a Good Thing
Most people don’t like losing, but losing is an essential part of the game. With the right mindset, your response to a loss can be more valuable than a win.
Why Many Athletes Make Great Poker Players (And Vice Versa)
Poker can be a game full of surprises. In the following article, the relationship between this tactical game and the realm of the mind will be explained.
Need to Break Out of Your Slump?
Every athlete deals with a stretch of bad play. Being in a slump challenges the mental side of your game even more than the physical. Here are a few tips on how to sharpen your mind and break out.
Dealing With Fans For the First Time?
If you’re passionate about your sport, you may be thinking about the moment when you begin to play in front of hundreds, or even thousands of people. Don’t sweat it! Here are a few tips to deal with the pressure that a big crowd can create.
How Neuroscience Affects Your Performance
Everyone knows that our brain is important but what about the specific parts? Remember to keep your mind in peak condition so these brain parts can function.
Being a Teenager in Sport: How to Deal With Difficult Teammates
Sometimes, it’s difficult to navigate through sports when your teammates aren’t the most supportive. Here are tips to help you in those types of situations.
5 Things You Can Do to Turn Your Pre-Competition Nerves into Positive Energy
If you tend to get nervous before an important athletic event, you’re not alone. But harnessing a negative mindset and conquering your nerves is essential for your success in a game: here are 5 simple things you can do before any competition to help turn your jitters into positive energy.
How to Deal with Toxic Social Hierarchies in Sports
I was in drama club during high school and, oh boy, did it teach me much more than how to read basic sheet music and an eight count. I like to think I give everybody a fair shot when it comes to how I feel about them, but a lot of the things that went down were really over the line. Our club was kind of culty—after every show, we would have a cast party and initiate new members. In theory, this could be passed off as a light-hearted activity but in practice, it was weaponized to establish a toxic social atmosphere and completely redundant hierarchy.
Energy Management Habits You Need to Get Into
Without maximum energy, performing at maximum potential will be extremely tough. Read this blog to ensure you are conserving your energy wisely for game time.