For good reason, humans are "wired" to believe what we see and hear. On the savanna, a noise in the bush could represent an "imminent threat." Failure to respond could be a matter of life and death in a "target rich environment" for predators (snakes, lions, etc.).
As coaches and student-athletes, we usually don't have the same urgency. Take the time to review new information and see whether it belongs in our 'software'.
Sport tends toward "copycat" approaches. That can apply to anything:
- Training methods
- Strategies
- Protective equipment
- Proper wearing of protective equipment
- Pregame music
- Ask more and better questions.
- Seek opinions from authorities on your sport (your coaches)
- Track both process and results
- Separate "signal" from "noise"
- Study elite players, coaches, and programs
- Use human and artificial intelligence and hybrids
Self-examine critically.
- Are you getting enough sleep? You should get eight hours minimum.
- Are you focused or distracted? Are we investing or spending our time?
- Are you tracking your process and results?
- Are you building athleticism? What is your program?
- Are you developing resilience? A small mindfulness investment helps.
Lagniappe. Setting.
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