For decades, mental health has carried stigma across professional sports. Athletes were expected to perform without showing weakness. Admitting to anxiety or depression was seen as failure. This silence fueled suffering in locker rooms and homes. Kevin Love was among the first wave of NBA players to speak openly about mental health, and in 2016, ... Read More
Simone Biles is an American artistic gymnast. She is the most decorated U.S. gymnast in Olympic history with 11 Olympic medals, four of which are gold. She has also won 30 World Artistic Gymnastics Championship medals, the most by any gymnast. Biles has competed in three Olympic Games: Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020 (held in 2021), ... Read More
Athletes reaching the top of their respective sporting discipline can often hit a roadblock in performance. This often leads to them adopting an ‘everything to lose’ mindset. Characterized by the pressure to perform when met with high stakes from previous sporting achievements, athletes can be plagued by overbearing messages that place overwhelming expectations upon their ... Read More
Self talk, or the inner voice, is a psychological tool athletes can use to improve performance across sporting disciplines. Yet, many professionals, including coaches and parents, do not know how to utilize this skill to help their athletes, let alone coach it. This article will outline what self talk is and how self talk can ... Read More
Staying motivated during the offseason is crucial for athletes who want to maintain their fitness levels, improve their skills, and prepare for the upcoming season. The offseason is not just a period of rest and recovery but also an opportunity to set new goals, develop new skills, and build mental resilience. According to TrainingPeaks, setting ... Read More
In the world of sports, failure is as inevitable as it is discouraging. Yet, it holds immense potential not just as a moment of defeat, but as a pivotal learning tool that can drive personal and team growth. This concept forms the cornerstone of effective coaching strategies and is crucial for developing resilient athletes who ... Read More
The battle that often happens in an athlete’s mind is often shrouded in silence. However, it is more common in the athletic world than we might think. The American College of Sports Medicine highlights the prevalence of anxiety in athletes, noting that approximately 30% of women and 25% of men who are student-athletes report experiencing ... Read More
