Stay Focused and Take Charge of Your Success

Dr. Greg Young of IMG Academy advises student-athletes on managing time effectively and overcoming negative thinking to excel in academics and sports.

15 Mins • Topics: Focus

As a student-athlete, one has to face unique challenges, such as balancing athletic and academic duties. Learning to overcome these challenges and manage time efficiently is crucial for maintaining good performance and reach the next level. Discover how student-athletes can prevent and control negative thinking to succeed inside and outside the classroom.

Dr. Greg Young, Mental Performance Expert, recently shared valuable strategies for student-athletes to stay focused and take charge of their success in an article posted on Inside Higher Ed. He discussed the impacts of overstimulation on student-athlete's academic performance and overall learning mindset. Dr. Young emphasizes that avoiding negative thinking is crucial to achieving academic and personal success.

You can read the full article at https://www.insidehighered.com/opinion/views/2023/04/25/cut-through-noise.

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