Mental Performance, Handling Pressure

Conquering Pre-Competition Anxiety

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In this workshop, we will explore the issue of pre-competition anxiety for athletes and share helpful strategies to overcome it so you can perform at your best.

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What You'll Learn

Unpack Anxiety

Learn how to define anxiety and identify some ways anxiety might appear for you in your own life.

Tackle Pre-game Jitters

Get practical tips and exercises you can use daily to conquer your pre-competition anxiety.

Perform Your Best

Use your anxiety as fuel that can unlock your best performances!

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Dr. Rachel Hoeft
IMG Academy+ Mental Performance Coach

Dr. Rachel Hoeft specializes in Sport and Performance Psychology. With a doctorate in psychology, she possesses a deep understanding of how the mind influences performance, particularly in athletic and competitive contexts.

Dr. Hoeft’s passion for the mental aspects of sports stems from her own extensive athletic background. A competitive soccer player from kindergarten through college, soccer became a central part of her identity. During her playing career, she faced significant challenges, including three ACL tears, a meniscus tear, and numerous other injuries, which ultimately guided her toward the field of sport psychology.

Since discovering her passion for this discipline, Dr. Hoeft has dedicated her career to empowering athletes. She strives to help them build confidence and navigate the mental hurdles of high-level competition.

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