We love seeing athletes persevere through anything because of their persistent desire to win. Without revealing any signs of weakness, they get through injuries, losses, and grueling workouts. This level of mental toughness is highly regarded in sports; however, this can seem like a total contradiction to mental health, where we also want athletes to be […]
Is Perfectionism Getting in the Way of Your Happiness and Performance?
Perfectionism is defined as the “refusal to accept any standard short of perfection.” It is a personality disposition that may pervade all areas of one’s life, including those where performance plays a major role. Thus, it is no surprise that perfectionism is a common characteristic of competitive athletes. While this intention of wanting to do […]
Setting Intentions – “Living Your Why”
“The biggest mistake people make is that they go to the gym and just go through the motions; they don’t have their mind inside the muscle. There were guys next to me who trained just as long as I did, but they looked like shit because they didn’t concentrate. They did the same exercises that […]
What Is Positive Body Image and How Do You Cultivate It?
As someone who wants to make their body more muscular, the idea of body acceptance, and having a positive body image can be confusing, and maybe even seem unattainable. In this article I’ll clarify exactly what a positive body image is, and why it’s not necessarily incompatible with bodybuilding goals. “Body image is the perception […]
