137 Mindfulness and ACT in Sport: Helping Athletes Perform Better

In this short solo episode, I explain 5 reasons why you should look in more detail at the use of mindfulness and ACT in sport.  How and why this approach goes on to free up mental space in your mind to enable you to perform better.  I also summarise how Mindfulness and ACT can be used in harmony to develop a more mentally tough individual. 5 Key Benefits of Mindfulness and ACT  This approach can help you become a more psychologically flexible person. It helps you gain a bigger picture perspective on life and sport, recognising that perfection does not exist and that mistakes, losses or negative experiences are inevitable. Mindfulness and ACT can help you trust your skills more. The methods help to decrease your levels of stress. Mindfulness and ACT can safeguard you against being bullied. Connect with David Charlton Sign Up to Conversations with Kids Download THE FOCUSED ATHLETE CHECKLIST Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn Relevant Podcast Episodes Ep013: Karl Morris – How to stay present like a major champion Ep092: Dr James Hegarty – ACT in Sport, Improving Performance through Mindfulness Ep099: Trevor Jones – How to Deal with Overthinking on the Golf Course Ep124: Dr Keagan Hadley - Long Term Injuries: How to Confront Difficult Thoughts and Emotions EP136: Charlotte Potts - Overcoming Tough Times in Professional Women's Football and Bouncing Back Stronger Other Relevant Blogs and Resources Guided Mindfulness Meditation Practices with Jon Kabat-Zinn Using ACT and Mindfulness to Improve Your Sporting Performances Why You Should Meditate To Improve Your Sport Performance? How to Overcome Mental Challenges When Rock Climbing  How to Play Great Golf Under Pressure 5 Tips to Help You Perform Fearlessly When You Compete

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