There’s a certain rush, a buzz, a surge of energy and excitement that comes with competing in sport. How might athletes bridge the gap to competition, and maximise their training? There is, after all, nothing quite like performing on a stage with some healthy competition to spur you on! No wonder then, that there’s…
You’ve seen it on TV, in the locker rooms on Sky Sports and on a world-stage at the Olympics. That crucial brief period before taking part in a big sporting event, where athletes get ‘in the zone’ offers a brief insight into a pre-performance routine. This ritualistic behaviour is sometimes thought of as superstitious,…
As any athlete knows, a balanced diet, a good training regime and mental preparation are crucial for success in competitions. Yet, the years of daily sports regimes, the hours spent honing your training programme and a considered nutritional intake, count for little if you’re not in the right frame of mind before a competition….