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Self-confidence is not solely in the hands of fate, you are the person responsible for determining how confident you feel in a sporting encounter Article at a glance: Self-confidence in sport is defined; Six key elements contributing to self-confidence in sport are outlined; Practical exercises to boost self-confidence are given. When athletes feel confident, they... MORE
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Optimising eating patterns for maximum performance can increase the risk of eating disorders in vulnerable athletes. Dr Helen Lane and Professor Andy Lane examine how athletes and exercisers can gain confidence to exert healthy self-control around food Weight management and diet is an important issue for athletes and exercisers alike. Exercisers tend to be interested... MORE
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Overcoming muscle fatigue and sports psychology barriers when competing in a triathlon Article at a glance The phenomenon of inspiratory muscle fatigue and its impact on athletic performance is explained; Explanations are provided as to why this fatigue is so detrimental for triathletes, particularly during the cycle-run transition; Strategies are outlined to help minimise the... MORE
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How climbers can prepare effectively for living and exercising at altitude Exercising at altitude produces a cascade of physiological and psychological responses. Andy Lane and Greg Whyte explain how climbers can prepare effectively for living and exercising at altitude Living and exercising at altitude has pronounced psychological and physiological effects. With less oxygen available for... MORE
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Professors Andy Lane and Greg Whyte explain the psychology and physiology of preparing for a long-distance open water swim… MORE
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Athletes, coaches, commentators, and journalists often refer to the construct of mental toughness as an explanation of why certain people fail under immense pressures, whereas others seem to excel during sporting competition. Adam Nicholls shows you how you can behave and think like a mentally tough athlete. It’s widely accepted by coaches and athletes... MORE