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Tom Seabury
Jul 6, 20232 min read
The Cognitive Processes Behind Dunking a Basketball
A basketball star dunking the ball is one of the most iconic sporting highlights. We marvel at the athleticism and skill of the giant...


Tom Seabury
Jun 29, 20232 min read
Cognitive warm ups before competition
Stepping out to compete in a sporting competition can be daunting, and we must ensure we are prepared. Athletes and coaches often focus...


Tom Seabury
Jun 19, 20232 min read
Unlocking Peak Performance: The Power of Flow State
Have you ever experienced a moment when everything around you seems to fade away, and you're completely absorbed in your activity,...


Tom Seabury
Jun 15, 20232 min read
Why do tennis players smash their rackets in anger?
As a tennis spectator, it's not uncommon to witness an eruption of frustration on the court, often resulting in a player smashing their...


Tom Seabury
Jun 12, 20232 min read
The power of self-talk
Self-talk is a term that is commonly used in modern sports. But what is it? While we often associate self-talk with its significance in...


Tom Seabury
May 22, 20232 min read
Anxiety in sport
Anxiety is a common feeling in modern society. Our brains work tirelessly to predict potential scenarios to keep us safe and handle...


Tom Seabury
May 8, 20232 min read
Importance of mental warm ups
The importance of physical warm-ups and the dangers of entering a physical competition with cold muscles, joints, or ligaments are well...


Tom Seabury
May 4, 20232 min read
Why do some people crumble in competitive settings?
Athletes are constantly evaluated on their performance, whether it's during training or in competitive matches. However, it's not...


Tom Seabury
Apr 27, 20232 min read
How does alcohol hinder physical performance?
Arsene Wenger is widely regarded as one of the most successful and influential managers in the history of English football. During his...


Tom Seabury
Apr 20, 20232 min read
How does the brain return a tennis serve?
Tennis is a fast-paced and dynamic sport that requires quick reflexes and excellent hand-eye coordination. When a player returns a tennis...


Tom Seabury
Apr 13, 20233 min read
Caffeine in sport
Coffee. A beverage that a large percentage of the population rely on in the morning to start their day, or evening to burn the midnight...


Tom Seabury
Apr 1, 20232 min read
How cognition can define success in sprinting
Whether it's 100 metres or 400 metres, sprinting is an explosive and intense physical activity that requires quick reflexes, precise...


Tom Seabury
Mar 28, 20232 min read
The psychological challenges of domestic and international football
Every year, when the international breaks arrive in professional football, the debate arises – international football vs national...


Tom Seabury
Mar 26, 20232 min read
How the Halo effect affects our perception of sport?
The halo effect is a psychological phenomenon in which a person's overall impression of someone or something influences their evaluations...


Tom Seabury
Mar 21, 20232 min read
Why is OCD so common in professional athletes?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition affecting millions worldwide. It is characterized by intrusive,...


Tom Seabury
Mar 3, 20231 min read
The role of cognitive processing in sport
Cognitive processing is an element of performance psychology affecting nearly every part of everyday life. Processing includes...


Tom Seabury
Feb 23, 20232 min read
What is mental burnout?
Mental burnout is a term used in society, yet it is commonly misunderstood. Imagine you have a car. You climb in, put your seatbelt on...


Tom Seabury
Feb 14, 20234 min read
Advice for parents of junior athletes
The image of parents passionately cheering on from the sidelines is synonymous with junior sports. Some parents push their children hard...


Tom Seabury
Feb 4, 20232 min read
The importance of mental recovery
You are a serious runner, competing in marathons regularly and pushing yourself to your limits. You break your ankle on a run. You are in...


Tom Seabury
Jan 27, 20234 min read
How to achieve any goal
Goal setting is a common way to introduce change in your life. New year's resolutions are a typical example in which goal setting is used...
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