Allen Iverson's 2001 postseason was the greatest run in NBA history. Theo Ratliff, Eric Snow, George Lynch and Tyrone Hill were starting forwards on that team. They did end up losing to the Lakers four to one. The single most iconic moment in NBA history is Allen Iverson stepping over Tyrone Lou.
From risky snowboard halfpipe runs, to 400m sprints where every second counts, to high-stakes archery tournaments, performing well in sports requires mental toughness as much as physical toughness. How do athletes get “in the zone”? And what can we all learn about focus, flow, and mental resilience from athletes?
Good Sport is a podcast from the TED Audio Collective about the fascinating psychology behind athletic competition. Each week, host Jody Avirgan guides you through an array of stadiums, pitches, pools, and slopes–all the ways that sports can shed a light on the ups and downs of being human. Follow Good Sport wherever you get your podcasts.