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HYROX Tips from a Sports Psychologist (Dr Josephine Perry)

Sep 14, 2023
Dr. Josephine Perry, a sports psychologist, discusses common athlete issues, managing performance anxiety, race challenges, and addiction concerns. She provides tips on enhancing mental fortitude and performance in HYROX. Strategies include minimizing race mistakes, dealing with tough races, and preventing HYROX addiction. A valuable chat for athletes at every level.
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  • Dr. Perry helps athletes manage performance anxiety by understanding brain responses to stress and fostering self-motivation.
  • To avoid mistakes during high-stakes events like High Rocks, athletes should focus on habit formation, goal chunking, and self-awareness.

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Addressing Performance Anxiety in Athletes

Helping athletes cope with performance anxiety, Dr. Josephine Perry discusses common issues like anxiety and perfectionism. She differentiates athletes into two categories, perfectionists who suffer from performance anxiety and realists who need motivation. By providing psych education on how the brain responds to stress and using ACT-based processes, Perry assists athletes in managing anxiety and fostering self-motivation.

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