• Mindset

    7 mind-body techniques to improve mental focus

    Read time: 8 minutes Mental focus is paramount for adult athletes, both within their chosen activities and in their broader lives. In their sports or athletic pursuits, a sharp and unwavering mental focus can be the difference between success and failure. It enables athletes to remain fully present in the moment, enhancing their decision-making abilities, reaction times, and overall performance. Moreover, mental focus helps athletes cope with stress and pressure, allowing them to maintain composure during critical moments. Beyond the arena, mental focus translates into valuable life skills. Athletes learn discipline, determination, and the ability to set and pursue goals with unwavering dedication, which can positively impact their personal and…

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    Mindset

    The importance of mental health for adult athletes

    Read time: 4 minutes Mental health is a multi-dimensional concept that involves a person’s emotional, psychological, and social functioning. It refers to how individuals think, feel, and behave in response to life’s challenges, stressors, and interactions with others. It also includes the ability to cope with life’s challenges and experience a sense of well-being and satisfaction in life. As people age, there can be a natural decline in cognitive abilities. However, by maintaining good mental health, you can potentially slow down cognitive decline and keep your mind sharp. Engaging in activities that challenge your brain, such as puzzles, learning new skills, or social interactions, can help preserve cognitive function. Mental…

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    Mindset

    7 Strategies for Boosting Athlete Mental Toughness

    Read time: 6 minutes, 15 seconds. The benefits of mental toughness in competitive athletes are numerous. Athletes who possess strong mental fortitude are better able to handle the pressure of competition, stay focused, and maintain a positive attitude in the face of challenges. They are more resilient and able to bounce back from setbacks, which is a critical skill in sports where losing is a regular occurrence. Also Read: Unlocking your Full Athletic Potential through Mental Training Athletes with strong mental toughness are also better able to regulate their emotions, which can help them stay calm and composed in high-pressure situations. It helps athletes stay motivated, committed, and focused on their…

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    Mindset

    Unlocking your full athletic potential through mental training

    Read time: 4 minutes, 45 seconds. An athlete’s mindset plays a crucial role in their success, both on and off the field. Physical training and skill development are essential for athletic performance. But a strong mindset is what sets elite athletes apart from the rest. The ability to stay focused during challenges can make a big difference when it comes to performance. In this blog post, I share some tips for improving an athlete’s mindset so they can reach their full potential. Set clear goals. Athletes should set goals that are SMART: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. This means that goals are clear, measurable, realistic, and relevant the athlete’s…

  • Do less and achieve more
    Mindset,  Productivity

    How To Do Less And Get More

    This post was an email I sent to my newsletter subscribers on February 7, 2023.  Every January, I take the time to choose a word to set an intention for what to focus on. 2022 was A YEAR. We got a german shepherd puppy named Axel. I launched my Elite Athlete Training Camp. Then we got engaged. And I finally got a promotion at work that I’ve been working toward for years. Life was good. Full of BIG time-consuming and energy-intensive responsibilities, but good. Also Read: 5 Hacks to Manage Your Energy Not Your Time Once January 1st rolled around, I didn’t have as much clarity as I’ve had in years…

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    Essential Oils,  Mindset,  Performance

    5 Essential Oils For Improving Focus

    Focus is important for athletes to get into their flow state and perform at their physical and mental peaks.  There are a lot of factors to consider when it comes to focusing, and getting into the flow state.  I talked about them in this podcast episode and give you some tips on how to get into your flow state.  Aromatherapy can be a very effective trigger for helping you to get into your flow state and improve focus, mental clarity and athletic performance.   Essential oils can bring balance to the brain by calming an anxious mind or energizing a sluggish one.   Here are my favorite and most effective essential oils…

  • self discipline tips
    Mindset,  Productivity

    5 Self Discipline Tips for Adult Athletes

    Many adult athletes that I work with often ask me how to be more disciplined.  Discipline is having the ability to take action regardless of any resistance that you might be feeling. It means showing up and DOING IT no matter what. A lack of discipline can show up as: avoiding things that you know you “should” be doing  lack of motivation, determination, drive, and/or ambition not following through with commitments to yourself procrastination, disorganization, overwhelm, confusion, aimlessness having a  tendency to quit or give up things tend to pile up and then you get overwhelmed feeling of laziness fear of failing no sense of purpose or meaning in the…

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