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The Endurance Athlete Journey
Sometimes endurance sports can be overwhelming and confusing. Understanding the nuances of training and how to stay healthy and making progress can leave you scratching your head sometimes. On top of all that, knowing how to fuel for performance and overall fitness increases the complexity of the sport even more. The Endurance Athlete Journey podcast is your guiding light on the path to success in your endurance sports journey.
The Endurance Athlete Journey
Episode 22: Coach's Corner: A Conversation About Race Day Pressure and Anxiety
Summary:
In this episode of the Endurance Athlete Journey podcast, hosts Coach Justin and Coach Katie delve into the topic of performance anxiety, a common issue faced by athletes at all levels. They discuss how social media can exacerbate feelings of pressure, the internal and external sources of anxiety, and the importance of setting realistic expectations. The conversation emphasizes the need for vulnerability, community support, and strategies to manage anxiety, including creating visual reminders and focusing on the joy of the journey rather than just performance metrics.
Takeaways:
- Performance anxiety affects athletes at all levels.
- Social media can amplify feelings of performance pressure.
- Expectations can lead to internal pressure and anxiety.
- Performance growth is not always linear; ups and downs are normal.
- Athletes often compare themselves to others, leading to anxiety.
- Coaches also feel pressure to perform and meet expectations.
- Vulnerability can be a powerful tool for athletes and coaches.
- Setting realistic goals can help manage performance anxiety.
- Creating visual reminders can reinforce positive self-talk.
- Community support can alleviate feelings of isolation in performance.
For all things coaching, reach out:
Coach Katie: www.Fuel2Run.com
Coach Justin: www.TabulaRasaRacing.com
Podcast Email: theenduranceathletejourney@gmail.com
