Tag: Sport psychology
The psychology of retirement: why do so many athletes struggle to call time?
Many athletes ‘live the dream’ during their careers but retirement often doesn’t come easy – what can be done to better prepare them?
Despair after four years of pressure: how do Olympians deal with disappointment?
Athletes can spend four years preparing for an Olympic or Paralympic games. For those who don’t achieve their goals, the disappointment can be crushing.
Faster, stronger … smarter? New research shows the importance of brain training for junior athletes
As athletes strive to reach their physical potential, their cognitive abilities are often overlooked. New research shows this may hinder young sports players.
Olympic swimmers improving by … running? How exploration can help elite athletes and weekend warriors alike
It would be fair to assume elite athletes focus intensely on their chosen sport. However, some are now turning to exploration, which can deliver surprising benefits.
The mystery of the massive sporting comeback: what’s the psychology of momentum in sports?
Momentum is one of sport’s great intangibles but what exactly is it and how can it influence athletes and teams?
It’s not just retiring athletes who need mental health support – young sportspeople need it, too
More is being done to support athletes’ mental health as they retire but early intervention is crucial, which means more education is needed with young athletes.
