Anxiety
How To Manage Anxiety With Exercise
Exercise is just one of the many things we can do so anxiety does not get to the point where it breaks us down rather than build us up.
7 Ways to Avoid Ruining a Teammate’s Workout
A gym partner can provide a spot when you need it, help you out with advice and suggestions, encourage you through a grueling session, and motivate you to get to the gym even when you had a long day and sinking into your couch seemed way more appealing.
10 Strategies for Athletes to Overcome Anxiety-Induced Insomnia
Here are 10 strategies you can use to get better sleep.
Being On Time Is Crucial During the Recruiting Process
Punctuality will make or break your first meeting with a coach
5 Tips For Eliminating Game-Day Nerves
Every athlete has been afraid. Every athlete has been nervous.
When Eating Makes You Feel Anxious
Too many athletes are spending way too much time fighting with food thoughts: Do I eat? Don’t I eat? Am I hungry—or just bored?. They report feeling anxious, self-critical, and [...]
How To Overcome Anxiety As An Athlete
Whether in front of a 20,000 sold-out crowd at Staples Center or a pick-up basketball game at the local YMCA, from professional athletes to those in high school and below, [...]
5 Ways to Beat Pre-Game Jitters
Most athletes experience “butterflies” or pregame jitters prior to competition or in the opening moments of a game. This is when you feel your heart pounding, your palms sweating and [...]
How Your Mood Can Affect Your Sports Performance
Every good athlete knows that it takes more than physical stamina to succeed. Along with developing your muscles, reflexes and physical capabilities,...
How America Killed Play—and What We Can Do to Bring it Back
In our last piece from our interview with play expert Dr. Peter Gray, we outlined the five criteria of play. For an activity to truly be considered play, it must: [...]