The Olympics in Paris has recently finished and produced some remarkable performances from many different athletes.  Yet for some this Olympics was underwhelming where they may have come away with many “what if” thoughts. In today’s short solo episode I discuss preparation for big events like the Olympics and the importance of a challenge mindset for you to perform well.

Key Learning Points:

• Adopting a threat mindset will ensure that it is much harder for athletes to succeed in big events.
• A threat mindset is when fear of failure, fear of not being perfect or fear of success can interrupt an athlete’s flow.
• Mental preparation is key, where athletes should plan ahead and get clear on how they can help themselves get their mind and body ready to compete in the hours, days and weeks building up to big events or matches.

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To Listen to Olympics Related Podcasts To Help You Perform At Your Best

Ep110: Dan Steele - How to Increase Mental Fortitude: Secrets from an Olympian

Ep140: Chris Cook – How to Improve Your Mental Strength: Secrets from an Olympian

To Listen to Related Podcasts To Help You Prepare Well

Ep015: Nick Grantham – Essential Elements of Rest and Recovery

Ep138: Nick Littlehales – Why do the Mentally Tough see Sleep and Recovery as Important

Ep214: Ellen McDermott - How To Create Helpful Eating Habits To Benefit Your Sport Performance

Ep215: Fenwick Ridley - How Ice Swimming And Cold Immersion Can Help You Take Control Of Your Destiny

Relevant Blogs And Resources To Help You Prepare for Big Events Better

Blog: 9 Tips for Children from Olympians

Blog: How To Play Well When You Aren’t Feeling Great

Blog: Does Your Warm Up Influence How You Perform?

Blog: Why You Should Meditate To Improve Your Sport Performance?

Blog: 12 Reasons Why You Won’t Achieve Your Potential

Handout: Marginal Gains Refining Your Approach