As the saying goes ‘we learn from our mistakes’. Embracing failure is the reason why parents let their children fall down and get back up when they’re learning how to walk. It’s the reason why students re-sit exams, and it’s the reason why sports athletes have comebacks after major defeats. So important is failure…
If you’re old enough to remember Karate Kid, you might recall the genius of Mr Miyagi. The thoughtful and wise leader believed in focus and wellbeing, facing adversity head-on and the importance of never giving up. Some say he was ahead of his game, because many of these practices ring true today, often used…
To the untrained eye, or for those who rely on the movies for enlightenment, being a sports coach could wrongly be viewed as a one-way street. The reality of course couldn’t be more different. Improving athlete engagement is a mainstay in the role played by coaches. Ok, so shouting from the side-lines and giving…