.....As athletes, we’re often programmed from a young age not to show
vulnerability or weakness to competitors in any form. However, I really feel
like this “old school” mentality creates a lot of issues, especially those who
go on to compete at the elite or professional level. There, the pressure to
perform or maintain a certain image is much higher, and you must also subject
yourself to potential criticism from fans and the media. I have, at times,
experienced issues with controlling anxiety in certain competitions or during
training blocks where training has not been going as well as I would like. When
you’ve dedicated more than 20 years of your life to achieving a goal, the
pressure you put on yourself to achieve this goal is immense. It can become
overwhelming when perspective is lost...... Bethany`s Notes: Sometimes asking for help or recognizing that you need help can be the first step to regaining a good perspective. | ||
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