Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast

#599 - Training the Mind

Jan 6, 2025

Rob Hill, a seasoned competitor and coach in Australian triathlon, shares his journey after winning a free entry to the Mooloolaba Triathlon. Sports psychology expert Jim Taylor dives deep into the significance of mental training for athletes, discussing race week anxiety and the need for a supportive environment. They emphasize that mental preparation is as crucial as physical training, providing insights into managing self-doubt and perfectionism. The conversation highlights how resilience and mindset can be the game-changers for achieving athletic success.

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Quick takeaways

Training the mind is essential for athletes, as mental preparation can significantly influence performance and manage race day anxiety.

The T100 series is shifting its focus towards short-course athletes, thereby creating a more competitive and dynamic atmosphere in triathlons.

Upcoming triathlon courses need diverse topography to maintain excitement, as flat courses may lead to less strategic competition among athletes.

Deep dives

New Year's Resolutions and Personal Reflections

The discussion centers around the common phenomenon of postponing New Year's resolutions, with a humorous acknowledgment that many people tend to wait until the following Monday to start fresh. The hosts reflect on their own holiday indulgences, with one sharing a proud moment of staying alcohol-free over Christmas, while the other recounts a lively New Year's celebration involving tequila cocktails. This contrast highlights the varying approaches people take to balance celebration and wellness as the new year begins. Ultimately, the speakers emphasize the importance of making changes immediately rather than waiting for an arbitrary date to start anew.

Intro

2min

New Year Reflections and Triathlon Dynamics

6min

Triathlon Event Updates and Athlete Highlights

3min

Aging and Resilience in Triathlon

11min

Reflections on Triathlon Aspirations and Ocean Swimming Benefits

2min

Navigating Athletes' Transitions and Race Week Anxiety

2min

Mindset Matters in Sports

23min

Mental Control in Sports

9min

We catch up on what’s happening in the world of T100 including race venues and athletes.

We meet Rob Hill, winner of the free race entry to the Mooloolaba Triathlon.

We look at the importance of training your mind for athletic success and share an excerpt from the Sports Psych Show podcast with Jim Taylor PhD - an internationally recognised authority on the psychology of sports performance.

(0:02:44) – T100 Hotshots

(0:08:46) – IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong free race entry competition

(0:10:54) – Rob Hill

(0:24:08) – Mental health intro

(0:32:00) – Dr Jim Taylor

LINKS:

A Coach’s Role in Athlete Mental Health at https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach-blog/coach-role-in-athlete-mental-health/

Dan Abrahams The Sport Psych Show Podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sport-psych-show/id1434313037

Episode #303 with Dr Jim Taylor - Train Your Mind for Athletic Success at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/303-dr-jim-taylor-train-your-mind-for-athletic-success/id1434313037?i=1000673790612

Blog on Race Anxiety at https://www.fitter.co.nz/blog-1/2024/12/3/race-week-anxiety-what-it-is-and-how-to-manage-it

IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong at https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong

Mooloolaba Triathlon at https://mooloolabatri.com.au/