Mental Performance
Peak performance does not come from physical training alone. Success in any sport also depends on concentration, relaxation, and deep focus. Like Olympians and Paralympians, Senior Games athletes can benefit from brain-based performance training and mental well-being strategies. Access to Education: Dive even deeper into your training with podcasts and other information posted to Lakeshore Sports Performance and Science Center’s online resource library at your own pace.
Cope and Relax with Mindful Meditation
Being able to relax prior to competition reduces stress and helps you conserve energy. This article explains how to develop a mindfulness meditation practice that can be applied to multiple situations. The article is very accessible, allowing beginners to quickly master the basics of mindfulness meditation.
5 Keys to Fueling Like an Olympian
The average Senior Games athletes will not expend the calories of a top Olympian; however, specific nutrition routines can inform and enhance the practices of everyday competitors. This article covers the essential elements of nutrition for intense training, including adequate energy, consistency, periodization, safe supplementation, and the guidance of the USA High Performance Team.