by Kolin Kriitmaa | Sep 25, 2025 | The Performance Lab
You’ve probably heard your coach say it more than once: “Act like a pro.” But what does that actually mean? Why do coaches constantly use this phrase, and why does it matter to performance? The truth is, acting like a pro has little to do with money, contracts, or...
by Kolin Kriitmaa | Sep 11, 2025 | The Performance Lab
In high performance sport, athletes don’t just show up. they show up with purpose. The idea of a “job description” for athletes might sound unusual at first. After all, sport is supposed to be fun, right? But the truth is, elite performance and mental wellbeing thrive...
by Kolin Kriitmaa | Aug 26, 2025 | The Performance Lab
Tryouts are one of the most mentally intense parts of being an athlete. Your skills, preparation, and mindset are on display and every decision, movement, and moment of focus counts. While talent and training matter, your mental performance can be the...
by Kolin Kriitmaa | Aug 12, 2025 | The Performance Lab
As the start of fall sports is upon us you have to take a moment to reflect on your off-season. What gains have you made physically? How about technically? Most athletes they spend the majority of their time physically and technically honing their skills, but as the...
by Kolin Kriitmaa | Aug 7, 2025 | The Performance Lab
As the start of fall sports is upon us you have to take a moment to reflect on your off-season. What gains have you made physically? How about technically? Most athletes spend the majority of their time physically and technically honing their skills, but as the season...
by Kolin Kriitmaa | Jul 31, 2025 | The Performance Lab
Resilience is the ability to recover and adapt to life’s challenges, a skill fundamental to mental performance and mental health. In sports and performance settings, resilience determines how athletes handle pressure, recover from setbacks, and maintain focus on their...
