The Edge - Sport and Performance Psychology Consulting

01/25/2023

Have you ever been completely absorbed in what you’re doing? Time flies by, and your performance is nothing less than amazing. Then you’ve experienced being in flow. With distractions like our phones, being stressed out, and undersleeping, it’s more difficult to get into flow. When we can control our days and create finish lines for ourselves, we allow our minds to rest so we can experience more focused moments.

In the latest episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with peak performance coach Dr. Torrie Higgins from The Flow Research Collective, where we discuss flow, the effect of stress, and how to plan your days so you can be more successful and experience rest.

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01/24/2023

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Have you ever been completely absorbed in what you’re doing? Time flies by, and your performance is nothing less than amazing. Then you’ve experienced being in flow. With distractions like our phones, being stressed out, and undersleeping, it’s more difficult to get into flow. When we can control our days and create finish lines for ourselves, we allow our minds to rest so we can experience more focused moments.

In the latest episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with peak performance coach Dr. Torrie Higgins from The Flow Research Collective, where we discuss flow, the effect of stress, and how to plan your days so you can be more successful and experience rest.

Listen wherever you find podcasts!

05/15/2019

Phenomenal article and quick video about how NBA sharpshooter, Klay Thompson, utilizes a pre-performance mental routine that includes imagery, meditation and music.

Avoid leaving your state of mind to chance by implementing a pregame mental routine that proactively creates a ready, calm and confident mindset.

Klay Thompson recently revealed the Zen-like methods he uses to prepare for games, which include the utilization of visualization techniques and relaxing music and nature sounds that help ease him into the right frame of mind. The Golden State Warriors sh

04/19/2019

You never have to submit to the conditions of now. Be present and create the change you want.

Sometimes the path out of a negative or unproductive place is one you have to forge yourself.

02/18/2016

Excellent article (for any type of athlete) about transitioning to compete at a higher level. Thanks for the great pearls of wisdom, Fitness Gone Rogue!

04/02/2015

Great analogy and I love how much Dr. Taylor emphasizes the importance of preparation for successful performance.

Having just read the title of my new article, You may be thinking: “Has Dr. Jim finally lost it? What …

03/18/2015

Good read from a Philly sport psychologist about how sport psychology can benefit athletes of all levels.

http://mobile.philly.com/blogs/?wss=/philly/blogs/sportsdoc/&id=296577621

My colleague Dr. Ciaran Dalton is a psychologist who works with athletes of all ages and levels, helping them to improve performance and manage the high and lows of being an athlete. I asked Ciaran some questions about sports psychology and how it helps athletes.

07/18/2014

Working on your mental game is CRITICAL, yet often overlooked. Athletes who approach improving their mental skills as they do their physical skills, with regular, deliberate practice, tend to be the most successful. How are you building your mental toughness?

06/23/2014

How do you talk to yourself when you train and compete? Well practiced, positive mantras can be game-changing, especially when the pressure is high. Try developing a mantra of your own and using it to boost motivation and keep you focused during your next training session!

06/17/2014

When training, the most successful athletes focus on the PROCESS of self-improvement rather than just outcomes (e.g., winning, being selected for a roster, playing time, accolades, etc.).

What's your training motivation? Think about it.

06/12/2014

Hi Everyone! I'm starting my own sport and performance psychology consulting business in the greater Seattle area (long-distance consultation services also available via Skype) so please spread the word! My business caters to athletes of all types (all skill levels and sports) but I also offer specialized roller derby specific services. Check out my website or contact me for more info. Also, stay tuned here for regular mental conditioning tips that will help you get THE EDGE on your competition.

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06/12/2014

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