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More Mindfulness: Training Active & Flexible Attention
By Patrick Smith
Is mindfulness trendy? Yes. But is it super useful in endurance sports, also yes! Help your athletes bring their attention...
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Eliminate the Start Line Freak-out
By Ben Foodman
Here’s a technique to help your athlete reduce race day anxiety by simplifying the situation and creating space to...
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Simple Ways to Encourage Mental Wellness in Athletes
By Carrie McCusker
Coaches are uniquely positioned to not only create great training plans but also help in the creation of good mental health...
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Strategies for Anxious Athletes
By Patrick Smith
If you or your athletes have been feeling a little more anxious these days, trust us, you’re not alone. These tips...
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Navigating the Injury Recovery Mindset
By Caitlin Glenn Sapp
From an outsider’s perspective, recovering from an injury seems like a straightforward process, but for athletes, it...
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How Time Spent in the Woods Can Reset Your Tired Brain
By Phil White
Are you or your athletes hitting a training plateau or even drop-off due to mental exhaustion? Perhaps it’s time to try...
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Mental Health Tips for Coaches During a Training Hiatus
By Jim Afremow
In these turbulent times, it’s essential to care for yourself and your athletes. Take advantage of the regular...
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Rethinking the Taper Phase
By Tim Ballintine
Many athletes have strong emotional responses to the word ‘taper.’ Is it time that we replace the term with...
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Why Mindfulness Matters for Athletes
By Justin Ross
Mindfulness may be a modern-day buzzword but it’s transforming the performance of many athletes. What can a few...
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3 Science-Based Mental Prep Skills for Training & Racing
By Jamie Blanchfield
Make sure your mind is just as strong as your body leading up to race day. Try these 3 science based skills for increased...
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How to Master Your Athletes’ Motivation
By Jamie Blanchfield
Motivation is a very complex and fluid thing. Find out what motivates your athletes and how to redirect ineffective...
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6 Ways to Avoid ‘Bad Race Blues’
By Mackenzie Madison
Try these 6 tips to help your athlete avoid feeling emotionally wrecked after a bad race.