The Roadman Cycling Podcast

How To Build Mental Confidence for Endurance Athletes With Sport Psychologist Erin Ayala

Jan 15, 2025
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Erin Ayala
In this engaging discussion, sport psychologist Erin Ayala shares her expertise on building mental confidence for endurance athletes. She emphasizes the vital role of self-efficacy and mental resilience in optimizing performance. Erin presents practical strategies like positive self-talk, mindfulness, and visualization to tackle self-doubt and performance anxiety. She also highlights the unique challenges faced by women and non-binary athletes, offering tailored approaches. Whether you're gearing up for a race or bouncing back from injury, her insights provide invaluable tools for mental strength.
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INSIGHT

Confidence vs. Self-Efficacy

  • Confidence is crucial for athletes, impacting their ability to navigate challenges.
  • Self-efficacy, a specific type of confidence, is even more critical for performance.
ANECDOTE

The Striker Analogy

  • A striker's goal-scoring streak can start with a lucky bounce, highlighting the role of confidence.
  • It's easier to identify a lack of confidence than its presence, visible across all sports.
ADVICE

Building Confidence

  • Build confidence through previous experiences, observing similar athletes, and feedback.
  • Focus on the process and let go of control to achieve peak performance.
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