Imagery is a cognitive skill where you create an experience in your mind. For competitive lifters specifically, you can stimulate reality by mentally rehearsing a meet. Rehearsing successful execution of a meet, skill by skill, can increase an athlete’s confidence by providing the subconscious mind with powerful, positive memories. Here, athletes can experience meet preparedness … Continue reading Using Mental Imagery for Improved Performance
You hear it all the time: “Want to lose weight? Go to bed at a decent time every night.” “Want to get stronger? Sleep more.” “Want a better meet? Get enough sleep.” “Maxing out tomorrow, so be sure to go to bed early.” Ok, but why? I find that often, my clients either … Continue reading Sleep Deprivation: How It’s Crippling Your Fitness Goals
Must do: 45 Minute Circuit So I know it's a holiday (Happy Memorial Day btw), and maybe you are pressed for time. So here is an idea for a quick 45 minute circuit to get your body feeling toasty today. Pick a weight that's light, but challenging, because you won't be resting until the end … Continue reading Monday Musts
Over the last year or so, I've started to be pretty open about my anxiety. And I've been surprised with the responses from people who have reached out to me with similar issues. It's a comforting feeling to know that I'm not alone. It's no surprise that anxiety and stress can have some pretty nasty … Continue reading Managing Anxiety: 10 Tips to Simmer Down
