Attitudes That Take the Pressure Off
Choices that can lift the burden of pressure Set 1 – Invest or Overinvest <audio controls> <source src=”” type=”audio/mpeg”> </audio> Set 2 – Life or Death <audio controls> <source src=”” type=”audio/mpeg”> </audio> Set 3 – Threat or Challenge <audio controls> <source src=”” type=”audio/mpeg”> </audio> Set 4 – Outcome or Process <audio controls> <source src=”” type=”audio/mpeg”> […]
Read MoreSecond Runs Are a Different Sport: How to Reset, Regulate, and Charge (No Matter the Stakes)
First runs and second runs may take place on the same hill, but psychologically they are very different competitions. Racers who treat them the same often struggle. Racers who recognize and respect the difference gain a real competitive advantage. In the first run, uncertainty dominates. Racers do not yet know where they stand. Pressure exists, […]
Read MoreBuilding Confidence When There Are No Races to Prove Yourself
For many triathletes, confidence is tied almost entirely to racing. Good race = high confidence. Bad race = doubt. No races at all? Confidence quietly erodes. That’s why the off-season is such a vulnerable time mentally. There are no bib numbers, no rankings, no finish lines to confirm that you’re on the right track. Training […]
Read MoreBe Your Ski-Racing Children’s Wings, Not Their Weight Vest
Parents play a powerful role in the psychological development of ski racers, whether they intend to or not. What you say, how you react emotionally at races, and even what you do not say sends constant signals to your child about expectations, performance, and self-worth. Most parents want to help. Many unintentionally make the mental […]
Read MoreThe Feed is My Go-to Place for Sports Nutrition
For endurance athletes, nutrition isn’t a luxury. It’s training equipment. What you fuel with directly impacts how you perform, how well you recover, and your long-term health. That’s why I count on The Feed for all my sports nutrition needs. The Feed isn’t just another online store. It was created specifically for athletes who care […]
Read MoreDo You Train Better Than You Race? Here’s Why
One of the most frustrating experiences in ski racing is skiing free and fast in training, then feeling tight, skiing cautious, and finishing slow on race day. Ski racers often assume this means they are missing something technically. In most cases, they are not. The difference between training speed and race speed is rarely physical. […]
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