Mental Performance Daily with Brian Cain The Simone Smile
Sep 20, 2025
Discover the transformative power of a simple smile, inspired by Simone Biles. Learn how her pre-performance smile helps relax the nervous system and boosts confidence. Explore practical techniques like breath control and body language that can enhance your mental readiness. This insightful discussion highlights how small actions can lead to significant changes in performance and mindset.
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Simone Biles' Pre-Routine Smile
- Simone Biles used a smile before her routines as a pre-performance ritual to prime confidence.
- Brian Cain explains this served as confidence priming rather than part of the routine itself.
Smile Signals Safety To The Brain
- Smiling relaxes the nervous system and signals safety to the brain.
- Simple physiological shifts can prime confidence and readiness for performance.
Prime Your Body With A Physical Cue
- Try priming your body before competition with a consistent physical cue like a smile, big body language, or a confidence breath.
- Use intensity, focus, or relaxation cues so your body knows you belong on the stage when it's go time.