How to Move Forward: The Power of Short Term Memory in Overcoming Athletic Injury or Defeat
Every athlete grapples with demons, not just physical ones. The pre-game jitters, the crushing defeat, the lingering ache of an old injury – these can haunt long after the game is over. We ruminate, replaying the missteps, letting them cast a shadow over our confidence and performance.
But here's the secret: You don't have to be a prisoner of past stumbles. Like champions clearing hurdles, we can learn to leap over these mental roadblocks. The key lies in harnessing the power of short-term memory.
The magic lies in the brain's working memory, a sub-section of short-term memory responsible for actively manipulating and using information. Studies show that athletes with higher working memory capacity exhibit better emotional regulation, focus under pressure, and ability to adjust strategies after mistakes.
This is because a larger working memory buffer allows them to hold onto positive self-talk, visualize success, and suppress intrusive negative thoughts – essentially rewriting the script of a missed shot or lost game in real-time.
Various studies¹ ² ³, also reveal that short-term memory training through mindfulness practices can boost working memory capacity, leading to improved emotional control and stress management – key ingredients for bouncing back from setbacks.
So, by harnessing the power of short-term memory and actively training it, athletes can transform how they handle adversity, turning stumbles into stepping stones on their path to victory.
And I can help you with this as a mental performance coach!
Imagine the player, paralyzed by pre-game nerves. With targeted breathing and mindfulness, they learn to shift their focus, leaving pre-game jitters in the dust and stepping onto the field, court, golf course, ice… with unyielding confidence.
Or picture the athlete, haunted by a past injury. Through personalized mobility and mental training, they rewrite the narrative, silencing the echoes of pain and reclaiming their peak performance.
These are just glimpses into the transformative power of working with a mobility and mindset coach who understands the emotional baggage athletes carry. My mission? To guide you past mental mountains and navigating the emotional terrain of athletic journey.
These are just a few glimpses into the transformative power of working 1:1 with a mobility and mindset coach who understands your story.
I've spent over a decade helping high-achieving athletes like you tackle their next big evolution. I empower you to find your roadmap to success by getting out of your head and out of your own way ;) so that you can:
Move with confidence, optimizing your ability to move your body with ease while stabilizing the fluctuation of your mind.
Maintain laser focus and mental clarity under pressure.
Perform at your peak, exceeding expectations and achieving your goals.
Here's what you can expect to focus on when working with me:
Breathing biomechanics: Unlock optimal oxygen intake, CO2 tolerance and nervous system regulation for peak performance and stress management.
Yoga mobility techniques: Improve lengthening with strengthening for better body awareness and flexibility, reduce soft tissue injury and enhance performance.
Mind Based Stress Reduction: Cultivate resilience and manage pressure through meditation, visualization, and cognitive reframing.
Mental Performance Mastery: Sharpen focus, boost confidence, and optimize mental health to achieve peak athletic performance.
Roll Model® Method: Address muscle imbalances and pain through targeted myofascial release techniques for improved max force production.
Personalized strategies: Tailored to your unique needs and goals, maximizing your potential and maximizing your career longevity.