How To Build Mental Confidence for Endurance Athletes With Sport Psychologist Erin Ayala
The Roadman Cycling Podcast
Intro
This chapter explores the impact of confidence on athletic performance, discussing how it can either elevate or impede success. The speakers offer practical mental strategies to combat self-doubt and performance anxiety, leveraging psychological insights for athletes' growth both on and off the bike.
Confidence is the secret weapon every endurance athlete needs—but it doesn’t always come easy. How can you stay confident when progress feels slow or when setbacks hit hard?
This episode dives into the mental strategies that help athletes navigate self-doubt, performance anxiety, and even imposter syndrome. From mastering positive self-talk during tough training sessions to using mindfulness for sharper focus, we explore tools to help you stay mentally strong. Plus, we’ll look at how mental resilience supports recovery from injuries and why building confidence is different for women, girls, and non-binary athletes. Whether you’re training for your next big race or rebuilding after a rough patch, this conversation will leave you with actionable takeaways to strengthen your mind and boost your confidence.
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