Mental Preparation & The Basics Of Performance

Food Fight #43

Of course an athlete must eat properly. The body gets the most out of training and performing when getting nutrition, avoiding toxins and getting enough rest. Any athlete seeking improvement and excellence has this mindset. A dedicated athlete also understands performance is aided by the mind; therefore, an athlete serious about getting better also becomes a student of the game. An athlete serious about becoming their very best also becomes a student of personal growth. These are the basics.

For athletes and non-athletes, a mind consistently nourished, rested and trained for improvement, provides the best assistance to reach goals. Why? The road to goals is paved with decisions. Decisions made without the basics that support being the best are less likely to be decisions that are the best. A well-fed mind is also better able to manage stresses and moderate other emotions.

A disciplined approach that incorporates mental preparation, separates more athletes than physical training alone. The same is true when seeking to improve, reach or maintain health goals.

Watching athletics and appreciating performance is one thing. Knowing performance can be improved in any pursuit by following the same basics, is a healthy thing.