Recently I wrote an article for top sport psychology website Believe Perform. This article covers how self-compassion can be the antidote to low self-esteem, and builds resilience in the face of adversities in sport. See the article here: https://believeperform.com/performance/self-compassion-in-sport/
Author: Chloe Oldfield PT
Challenge versus threat: The power of perspective
I recently wrote a blog post about the use of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy techniques for performance anxiety, and how suppressing the anxiety may not be the answer for everyone. I am continuing my discussion of this topic with a detour into the physiology behind performance anxiety and how it is possible to tweak your … Continue reading Challenge versus threat: The power of perspective
Performance anxiety – suppress or embrace?
The idea of performance anxiety - butterflies, pre-race nerves, fear, dread, however you like to describe it - is aversive for many athletes. Admittedly, there is nothing instantly appealing about excess adrenaline and confidence-busting thoughts as you wait to tee off, take a penalty, toe the start line or walk onto the pitch. Indeed, research supports … Continue reading Performance anxiety – suppress or embrace?
Running with my values: Staying focused on what’s important
I've decided to write about my track session from this morning with the aim of reflecting upon how tapping into personal values can be a way of staying focused and committed throughout training/exercise sessions. Following my recent return to regular track training, having been training erratically due to a hectic schedule, I decided to challenge … Continue reading Running with my values: Staying focused on what’s important
Running Magazine article
Recently I have been kindly given the opportunity by a friend to write training and psychology articles for Running Magazine. Here is my first - check it out and look out for the magazine if you are into running 🙂 Training Q&A - July-Aug 2017 Running mag
Are you self-critical? If so, read this.
How often do you find yourself despairing over mistakes you have made? Do you judge yourself in comparison to others? When you fail at something, do you feel like a "failure"? If these seem familiar, you're not alone. The tendency to be excessively self-critical will vary a lot from person to person, but still it remains prevalent. I … Continue reading Are you self-critical? If so, read this.
How to start running
Running can be a cheap and easy way to get fit; you don't need to join a gym, the only necessary expenses include running shoes and clothing, and you can run pretty much anywhere you like. However there are some things to consider before you start. I have come up with some tips that should make your introduction … Continue reading How to start running
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