Sleep, cognition and recovery tools
Sleep is a crucial component of cognitive recovery, directly affecting mental clarity, memory consolidation, emotional regulation, and...
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Tom Seabury
Jun 103 min read
Breathing strategies for athletes
Breathing is a fundamental physiological process that can profoundly shape both the body and mind during sporting competition. Efficient...
Tom Seabury
May 272 min read
Nerves vs excitement when competing
Before any competition, athletes often experience a mix of excitement and nerves. While seemingly opposite, these emotional states share...
Tom Seabury
May 253 min read
The benefits of tea
In addition to its broad appeal and cultural significance, regular tea consumption has been associated with several cognitive benefits.
Tom Seabury
May 233 min read
Alexithymia and athletes
Alexithymia is a personality construct characterised by the inability to identify and describe emotions in oneself. This condition, first...
Tom Seabury
May 132 min read
Performance and sleep deprivation
The importance of sleep is well-known when it comes to physical performance in sports. However, sleep deprivation is also a critical...
Tom Seabury
Apr 243 min read
Neuroplasticity and coaching
Neuroplasticity is a fundamental concept that helps us better understand brain development and learning processes. It refers to the...
Tom Seabury
Apr 73 min read
The power of body language
Body language (the non-verbal cues we emit through our posture, gestures, facial expressions, and movements) is a powerful communicator....
Tom Seabury
Mar 143 min read
Embodied cognition and the 4E's
Embodied cognition is a theory in cognitive science that posits our cognitive processes are deeply rooted in the body's interactions with...
Tom Seabury
Jan 302 min read
The interplay of breath and emotion
The relationship between breathing and emotions is a profound and intricate connection that is pivotal in shaping our mental states. In...
Tom Seabury
Jan 152 min read
Heat and fatigue
The Australian Open 2024 is up and running, and it has re-raised the topic of heat. The conditions in Melbourne on the second day's play...
Tom Seabury
Dec 28, 20232 min read
Unmasking the negative psychological effects of snus
Snus (a form of smokeless tobacco) has gained popularity in various demographics, especially among footballers. While its popularity has...
Tom Seabury
Nov 27, 20232 min read
The cognitive art of a bicycle kick
Nothing gets football fans off their feet like a bicycle kick. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, executing this acrobatic feat requires a...
Tom Seabury
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Learned helplessness in sport
Learned helplessness is a psychological phenomenon that transcends the realms of academia and finds profound relevance in the world of...
Tom Seabury
Oct 30, 20232 min read
The timing of training
Many of us dedicate hours and hours a week to sharpening techniques, working on skills and planning for matches in our chosen sport....
Tom Seabury
Oct 26, 20232 min read
Puberty - the psychological rollercoaster
Puberty is a significant phase in everyone's life, marking the transition from childhood to adulthood. This period can profoundly affect...
Tom Seabury
Oct 10, 20232 min read
The cognitive skills required in tennis
Tennis, often hailed as a game of physical prowess, is equally a battle of the mind. Behind the powerful serves and elegant volleys lies...
Tom Seabury
Sep 28, 20232 min read
Breakfast for champions
Athletes are well aware of the importance of diet when it comes to physical performance. However, what's often underestimated is the...
Tom Seabury
Aug 24, 20231 min read
How pressure can affect athletes
Many conversations I have with athletes involve discussing struggles with pressure. Pressure in the context of sports unveils a...
Tom Seabury
Aug 17, 20231 min read
Athletes and sleep
Sleep is crucial for physical recovery and plays a pivotal role in maintaining mental health, cognitive function, emotional balance, and...
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