By acknowledging the presence of nausea without judgment, and then consciously redirecting our focus to the task at hand, we can reduce the power of these physical sensations and channel our energy towards what we’re doing in the moment–not how we’re feeling in the moment. 

Endurance sports setbacks can lead to feelings of disappointment and self-doubt. Learn to acknowledge your emotions, avoid negative thought patterns, and seek support from others. Use setbacks as learning experiences, set new goals mindfully, and practice acceptance. Embrace growth and seek help if needed to enhance mental strategies and resilience. Remember your courage and commitment, and keep moving forward.

Tips for endurance athletes to assess their fitness, mental readiness, overall health, support systems, time commitments, and when to decline an event to avoid long-lasting burnout and injuries.

Discover proven sport psychology techniques and insights into athlete injury recovery. Learn how to enhance both physical and mental health to achieve peak performance. Ideal for athletes, coaches, sports psychologists, and concerned parents.

As an athlete, chances are you've experienced performance anxiety at some point or another. Whether it's a critical speech or a big championship game, feeling anxious can put us on edge if we don't know how to handle it. So, what is performance anxiety? And why does it happen? In this article, we'll tackle these questions and dive into the science behind it. We'll also provide practical tips for managing common symptoms of nervousness before they become too overwhelming. Learn how to stay on top of your game and tackle performance anxiety like a pro!

Keywords: athlete, performance anxiety, stress management, nervousness, manage anxiety.

If you have ever set a goal for yourself, worked hard to achieve it, and then felt like something was missing when you reached it, you may have experienced the phenomenon known as the hedonic treadmill. This concept suggests that we have a natural tendency to adapt to positive changes in our lives, leading us to constantly seek more in order to maintain the same level of happiness. This can be especially true for athletes who have achieved a major goal, such as completing a marathon, and then feel a sense of letdown or depression afterwards. In this blog post, we will explore what the hedonic treadmill is, how it relates to athletes, and why values may be more important than outcome goals for reducing post-race blues or depression symptoms.

Athletes with ADHD experience unique challenges & advantages in the sports environment. Though many people don’t realize it, research has consistently found that athletes are more likely to have an ADHD diagnosis than the general population¹ ² ³. In this blog post, I discuss why this is the case, how ADHD symptoms can show up in sports, and what athletes can do if they think they may have an ADHD diagnosis.

A Confidence Jar is a simple yet powerful tool that can help athletes build their confidence, motivation, and resilience. By focusing on their positive actions and achievements, athletes can develop a more positive mindset and overcome setbacks and challenges. Creating a Confidence Jar is easy and fun, and it's a great way to celebrate small wins over the course of the season.

As an athlete, it's important to take care of not only your physical health, but also your mental health. And sometimes, you may need to seek the help of a professional to do so. But with so many options out there, how do you find a credible and experienced sport psychologist? And how is a sport psychologist different from a mental health therapist?