Mental Performance Daily with Brian Cain

The Calm Before the Storm

Jun 30, 2025
Discover the transformative power of pre-game routines in athletics. Learn how establishing these mental anchors can enhance performance and foster confidence. Insightful tips and strategies are shared to help navigate the uncertainties of competition. From rituals to mental techniques, the discussion delves into creating a consistent rhythm for success.
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INSIGHT

Routines Build Rhythm and Confidence

  • Routines create rhythm that fosters confidence in athletes.
  • They serve as mental anchors to manage pressure and uncertainty in competition.
ANECDOTE

Mariano Rivera's Routine Calm

  • Mariano Rivera had a consistent warm-up routine that made him calm under pressure.
  • His identical jog, warm-up song, and routine aided his legendary performance as a closer.
ADVICE

Build and Trust Your Routine

  • Write down your pregame routine to get it out of your head and make it actionable.
  • Refine, share for feedback, and practice it to build trust and consistency under pressure.
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