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The Coach’s Challenge of Changing Behaviour

Mar 20, 2025

The Coach’s Challenge of Changing Behaviour

Mar 20, 2025

The Stages of Change Model, also known as the Transtheoretical Model, provides a framework for understanding how individuals progress through various stages when changing behaviours. For sports coaches, this model can be particularly useful in facilitating athlete development, motivation, and overall performance enhancement.

Mar 20, 2025

Taming Performance Anxiety: Practical ACT Techniques for Your Next Big Moment

Jan 9, 2025

Taming Performance Anxiety: Practical ACT Techniques for Your Next Big Moment

Jan 9, 2025

Performance anxiety can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to control you. Using techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), you can learn to accept anxious feelings, stay present, and take value-driven actions. Explore practical strategies like mindfulness, thought diffusion, and breaking tasks into manageable steps to boost your performance in any high-pressure situation.

Jan 9, 2025

Mindset Shifts for Long-Term Athletic Growth

Jan 3, 2025

Mindset Shifts for Long-Term Athletic Growth

Jan 3, 2025

Long-term athletic growth isn't just about physical training—it's a mental game too. Embracing a growth-oriented mindset allows athletes to navigate challenges with resilience and adaptability. By focusing on values, defusing negative thoughts, and committing to purposeful action, athletes can transform setbacks into opportunities. Remember, the journey of improvement is not about perfection but persistence. With each small, consistent step, athletes build the foundation for sustained success.