The Power Of Self-Talk

Performance

Every athlete has an internal dialogue. For driven athletes who set high standards for themselves, self-talk can become a source of pressure. The desire to succeed, coupled with internal expectations and external demands, makes negative self-talk more likely to develop. The inner voice may plant negative thought patterns in an athlete’s head,  “Don’t mess up”…

Mental Toughness Isn’t About Being Fearless

Performance

Fear is not a sign of weakness; it is a sign that you care about your performance.   In sports, mental toughness is often misunderstood. It’s seen as being fearless, emotionless, or completely unfazed by pressure. The truth is, even the strongest athletes feel fear. The difference between athletes who are successful vs athletes who…