Rugby Psychology: 25 Ways You Can Improve Your Performance
Welcome to episode #153 of Demystifying Mental Toughness. This is the final part of four specially created episodes to celebrate reaching 150 episodes! This time the episode is created with rugby enthusiasts in mind where the great guests that have been interviewed on the show to date, and with experiences in rugby union or rugby league, go on to share their key takeaways. As you’ll note the majority of insights are linked to the development of mental tough athletes and helping rugby players reach their potential. The episode is a must listen for rugby coaches, players, parents, sport scientists and those interested in the sport.
Relevant Podcast Episodes in Order and Sequence as Relayed in Episode 153:
Ep104: Seb De Chaves – The Psychological Demands of Elite Professional Rugby
EP147: Aaron Walsh – The Application of Mental Performance Coaching in Elite Professional Rugby
Ep007: Toby Flood – How Elite Athletes Mentally Prepare
Ep021: Steve Hackney – How to Reach Your Full Potential
Ep029: Lome Faatau – How to Play Professional Rugby with Confidence
Ep038: Taz Bricknell – Playing Professional Women’s Rugby
Ep039: John Fletcher – How to Develop Fearless Athletes
Ep094: Professor Adam Nicholls – How to Develop Mentally Strong Rugby Players
Helpful Rugby Orientated Resources
Blog – Overthinking on the Rugby Pitch
Blog – Are you a Rugby Player who Focuses Too Much on the Opposition
Blog – Helping Young Rugby Players Mentally Prepare Before Matches
Blog – Playing Rugby at Your Best Under Pressure
Blog – 5 Ways to Create a Psychological Safe Sporting Environment
Rugby Psychology | Mental Skills for Rugby Resources
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David Charlton
Global Sports Psychologist who is located near Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK and willing to travel Internationally. David also uses online video conferencing software (Zoom, Facetime, WhatsApp) on a regular basis and has clients who he has supported in USA, Canada, South America, UAE, Australian and New Zealand.
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