Mental Performance Daily with Brian Cain The Grounding Power of Routine
Jun 26, 2025
Explore the transformative impact of pre-performance routines in high-pressure situations. Hear insights on how Olympic gymnast Simone Biles uses rituals to maintain focus and manage anxiety. Discover practical tips to create your own mental anchors that enhance performance. Learn why establishing a grounding routine could be a game-changer, whether in sports or daily life.
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Simone Biles' Grounding Ritual
- Simone Biles uses a simple pre-performance ritual before every routine involving deep breath, closing eyes, and visualization.
- This ritual centers her and shifts focus from noise to trained preparation, grounding her effectively before performing.
Build Your Pre-Performance Routine
- Develop a pre-performance routine to calm nerves and sharpen focus under pressure.
- Use this routine as an anchor to reassure your mind that you know what to do and to perform confidently.