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👤 Dr. Jim Taylor | 📅 August 22, 2022

Working Triathlete Podcast #2: How to Have a Strong Race from Start to Finish

I’ve been invited by Working Triathlete, one of the leading endurance-sport training programs in the U.S., to participate in a series of podcasts that focuses on the mental side of triathlon. In the series, we’ll be doing a deep dive into all things psychological and emotional in the complex and demanding sport of triathlon. In Podcast #2, […]

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👤 Dr. Jim Taylor | 📅 August 15, 2022

Working Triathlete Podcast #1: Why Triathletes Should Do Mental Training

I’ve been invited by Working Triathlete, one of the leading endurance-sport training programs in the U.S., to participate in a series of podcasts that focuses on the mental side of triathlon. In the series, we’ll be doing a deep dive into all things psychological and emotional in the complex and demanding sport of triathlon. In […]

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👤 Dr. Jim Taylor | 📅 August 12, 2022

Meet My Newest Partner 2022: SLF Motion Cycling Drivetrain Upgrades

Over the last few years, I’ve established great relationships with some outstanding sports companies. I’ve partnered with them because they embody what I value most in sports-related products: innovation, superior quality, and leading-edge performance. In today’s installment of Meet My Partners for 2022, I am thrilled to introduce you to SLF Motion, a company that designs […]

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👤 Dr. Jim Taylor | 📅 August 3, 2022

The Psychology of Finishing Strong in Triathlon Races

What’s the most difficult part of a triathlon for you? Few people will say the beginning because they are excited and full of energy at the start of the race. Some say the middle of a race, particularly those doing 70.3s and Ironmans, because they’ll have been out on the course for several hours, are […]

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👤 Dr. Jim Taylor | 📅 August 1, 2022

Unpack Your Emotional Baggage

In my last article, I explored the powerful influence of your emotional baggage on your life; it’s harmful effects on your happiness, relationships, and the pursuit of your life goals. Your response might be: “Okay, I now understand where my emotional baggage came from and how it affects me. But how do I unpack my […]

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👤 Dr. Jim Taylor | 📅 July 29, 2022

Psychology of Swimming on Effortless Swimming Podcast

I was recently interviewed for the Effortless Swimming podcast by its founder and host, Brenton Ford. In the podcast, I talk about how the mind impacts swimming comfort (especially in open water) and performance. I discuss confidence, intensity, focus, and fear, and offer lots of practical tools you can use to swim with greater confidence […]

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