Inside the Tri-Mind: How I Survived My First FTP Test
As I noted in a previous article, I’m obsessed with triathlon. After an abbreviated 2020 season (I got in three races), I have set some pretty big goals for 2021. A part of my deep commitment to being the fastest I can be this coming season involved installing power meters on both my bikes and […]
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Crisis to Opportunity Podcast: Episode #32: Distracted to Focused
Episode #32: Distracted to Focused of my Crisis to Opportunity podcast is the fourth of four episodes in which I explore the importance of what I call mental muscles in how you respond to a crisis. Focus may be the most underappreciated and misunderstood mental aspect that contributes to how we respond in a crisis. There […]
Read MoreMental Health Should be a Priority in Ski Racing
A number of occurrences compelled me to write this article. First, a growing number of professional athletes are coming forward with their own mental-health challenges in the hopes of destigmatizing mental illness and encouraging others who are struggling to seek help. Second, the Covid-19 crisis has seen an increase in mental-health issues, particularly among young […]
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A New Blogging Milestone: 8,000,000 Views
I’m pleased and gratified to report that I have recently past 8,000,000 views of my blog posts on PsychologyToday.com. Creating and sharing ideas, and challenging the status quo is one of my passions and joys in my professional life. It is beyond fulfilling to know that so many people read and my posts and see […]
Read MoreInside the Tri-Mind: Ten Must-Haves for the Obsessed Triathlete in 2021
Note: After publishing my “Eight Must-Haves” on 12/28/20, I have added two more Must-Haves that I wanted to share. “Hi, my name is Jim and I’m obsessed with triathlon.” Yes, I admit it, I am 100%, over-the-top crazy about triathlon (that’s what my family thinks!). A brief back story explaining how I arrived at this […]
Read MoreInside the Tri-Mind: Is an Ironman in Your Future?: Part II (Do it for the Right Reasons)
Ironman is the ultimate in triathlon competition. It’s the “poster child” by which triathlon is known to the world at large. When I began doing triathlons, almost every non-tri person I met would ask if I had done an Ironman (that’s all they knew), as if that is the only badge of honor in our […]
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Inside the Tri-Mind: Is an Ironman in Your Future?: Part I (Ironman Will Consume Your Life)
A Covid-19 vaccine is on the horizon and hope springs eternal for a mostly normal 2021 triathlon season in the hearts of every triathlete who suffered through the frustration of the interrupted or abbreviated 2020 season (in other words, every triathlete!). All of that pent-up tri-energy may be pushing you to think about registering for […]
Read MoreIn This Challenging Ski Racing Season, a Time for Gratitude
It has certainly been a challenging 2020 for our ski racing community. In mid-March, Covid-19 through a wrench in the machinery of our sport’s plans, cancelling races and ending the season prematurely. The disruption continued through the summer as opportunities for on-snow training dwindled; in the U.S., only Mount Hood was able to accommodate racers. […]
Read MoreFive “Deep” Reasons You Don’t Ski Your Fastest When It Matters Most
In my work with ski racers, from juniors up to the World Cup, I, of course, introduce them to typical mental training techniques such as goal setting, mental imagery, positive self-talk, and routines. All are invaluable tools to help racers get the most out of their training and ski their fastest on race day. Yet, […]
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Holiday Discount on Online Courses for Athletes, Coaches, and Parents
In keeping with the spirit of giving for the holidays, I’m offering a 25% discount on all my online courses for ski racers, athletes, ski and sport coaches, and parents. To learn more about my courses, visit here, click on Online Courses from the top menu, and choose which courses you’re interested in. To get […]
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