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...
by Kolin Kriitmaa | Jul 24, 2025 | The Performance Lab
In competitive and high performance sports mental performance often determines the fine line between success and mediocrity. But what truly drives us to keep going, to push beyond limits, and to strive for excellence? The answer lies in understanding our motivation....
by Kolin Kriitmaa | Jul 17, 2025 | The Performance Lab
For athletes, the off-season is a crucial time for not only rest and recovery, but also preparation and development for the upcoming season. However, it’s not uncommon for injuries (especially chronic ones) to occur during this period, potentially derailing an...