29 06, 2023

Student of the Game podcast: Psychology of the Tour de France

By | June 29th, 2023|Categories: Cycling, Sports|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

I was recently interviewed on the Student of the Game podcast about the Psychology of the Tour de France. In the podcast, I explore the psychological and emotional challenges of racing for 21 days in pursuit of the "maillot jaune" (the coveted yellow jersey of the Tour de France winner). In the podcast, I introduce [...]

15 06, 2023

Triathlon Imagery is Your Most Powerful Mental Tool

By | June 15th, 2023|Categories: Cycling, Sports, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Triathlon is one of the most difficult sports out there because it is so physically taxing and complex. Unlike most sports, triathlon is actually three sports rolled into one. Because of these demands, triathlon is also mentally challenging, requiring your mind to “stay in the game” in the face of internal stressors, such as extreme [...]

13 06, 2023

I Practice What I Preach: I Escaped from Alcatraz…First

By | June 13th, 2023|Categories: Cycling, Sports, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

Just a quick follow-up to my last post about my return to the Escape from Alcatraz triathlon after a 15-year absence. The race was definitely a challenge with, as I noted in my last article, all three legs of the race being difficult. Particularly tough was the swim which was about ten minutes longer than [...]

5 06, 2023

The Psychology of Sports Technology: BiSaddle Adjustable Bike Saddle

By | June 5th, 2023|Categories: Cycling, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

You may be thinking: What does a bike saddle have to do with sports technology? Saddles don’t have computer chips or batteries or record data (at least not yet) Yet, I would argue that a bicycle saddle is one of the most important pieces of cycling technology for several reasons. It is the biggest interface [...]

1 06, 2023

I Practice What I Preach: Escape from Alcatraz Intimidation & Preparation

By | June 1st, 2023|Categories: Cycling, Sports, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , , |1 Comment

Last month, I was fortunate enough to receive a free entry into the iconic Escape from Alcatraz triathlon to be held on June 11th. I accepted the entry with a sense of both excitement and a bit of trepidation. I’ve done Alcatraz four times before, but the last time was in 2008, just before I [...]

18 05, 2023

Triathlon is Complex, Complicated, and Simple

By | May 18th, 2023|Categories: Sports, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

Have you ever thought about how incredibly difficult it is to be a triathlete? So many factors affect how well and how fast you can swim, bike, whether in training or races. And, one small mistake or failure in any one of those many areas will result in a disappointing result with little to no [...]

5 05, 2023

Set S.M.A.R.T.E.R. Goals for the 2023-24 Ski Race Season

By | May 5th, 2023|Categories: Ski Racing|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Goal setting is a simple and practical mental tool you can use to maintain a high level of motivation in your ski racing. For some very elemental reason, people respond to goals in a very deep and personal way. The experience of setting a goal, working toward a goal, and achieving a goal has a [...]

27 04, 2023

Now is the Time to Start Your Mental Training for Ski Racing

By | April 27th, 2023|Categories: Ski Racing|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

It happens every winter. In December, January, and February, I get calls from national team athletes and parents of young racers who are struggling mentally in their ski racing, and they have big races coming up. They want me to somehow fix them quickly. Though I think I’m pretty good at what I do, I’m [...]

24 04, 2023

2023-24 Ski Race Season Has Already Begun!

By | April 24th, 2023|Categories: Ski Racing|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Yes, the 2022-23 race season is over and you are looking back at it with either pride or disappointment. Whichever emotion you feel, please do feel it (deeply) for a little while, then put the past behind you and turn your gaze to the future, meaning next season. Being the best ski racer you can [...]

22 04, 2023

Great Review of The Complete Guide to Cycling Psychology

By | April 22nd, 2023|Categories: Sports, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Road.cc, the highly respected cycling website, just published a very complimentary review of my latest book, The Complete Guide to Cycling Psychology, co-written with Mark Beaumont, the world's greatest adventure cyclist. Highlights of the review: Insightful read for both recreational and competitive cyclists, combining theory and real-life examples Well structured – split into manageable sections [...]