Confidence is often misunderstood in sport. Many athletes believe confidence is something you either have or don’t have. Something that shows up...
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The Performance Lab Jan 13, 2026
One of the biggest misunderstandings in sport - and in performance more broadly - is the belief that discomfort means something is wrong. We...
The Performance Lab Nov 19, 2025
In the world we put a premium on high performance, whether in sports or any demanding endeavor, stress is often seen as the enemy. We’re told to...
The Performance Lab Nov 6, 2025
“You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you.” - Dan Millman Overthinking kills confidence faster than...
The Performance Lab Oct 16, 2025
In sport, thoughts move fast. Under pressure, they move even faster. Some help. Some hurt. And some, if left unchecked they kill performance....
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If you’re the parent of a competitive or high-performance athlete, you’ve probably seen it before....
Confidence is often misunderstood in sport. Many athletes believe confidence is something you...
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