Alison Maitland2 minThe Boat Race – performing at a big eventAs athletes, every season holds one or several big competitions. It might be a cup final, the deciding game of a league competition, the...
Jenna Woolven5 minThe Golden 30. Using the first moments of the day to stay positive during Lockdown 3.0The Golden 30 minutes are just after you’ve woken up. I think this time holds the key to helping us get through the final stage of this...
Jenna Woolven4 minTips for self-employmentI am starting 2021 as a fully-fledged self-employed person. This is quite a change for me since being made redundant in the midst of the...
Jenna Woolven4 minConquering self-doubt: How to be confident every time you performA lack of confidence is one of the most common issues we work with people on as Sport Psychologists. Self-doubt and anxiety about our own...
Alison Maitland3 minConfidence and the reason-giving mindConfidence is probably the most common aspect of the mind athletes want to improve (with dealing with nerves and anxiety coming a close...
Alison Maitland2 minToxic positivity is like too many scoops of ice creamIf you get riled by people telling you to think positive when you are struggling with difficult things in your life – take heart – such a...
Alison Maitland3 minHow are polar bears linked to mindfulness?Mindfulness to a much more effective skill for focus and attention in sport than trying to stop our thoughts.
Jenna Woolven6 minGiving up the struggle – why letting go of control gives you more controlWhen you give up the struggle with your negative thoughts and feelings, you end up with more control, energy and acceptance.
Alison Maitland2 minHow Do I Plan For Next Season - Dealing With UncertaintyIf you don't know how to plan for next season as a coach or athlete, learn how to S.T.O.P. and play the cards we have been dealt.