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Why do athletes choke under pressure?

All In The Mind

Redefining Confidence and Performance in Athletes

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This chapter challenges the notion that confidence is crucial for peak performance in athletes, emphasizing the significance of actions, focus, and values over confidence. It discusses the pressure on athletes to maintain constant confidence, highlighting techniques like mental rehearsal and mindfulness to manage stress. The chapter also addresses reframing anxiety as excitement and focusing on enjoying activities rather than solely on performance outcomes in both sports and everyday life.

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