The art of coaching a beginner athlete
As aspiring athletes lace up their trainers and step onto the field for the first time, they embark on a journey that’s not just physical...
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Tom Seabury
Aug 21, 20232 min read
The balance of being a student-athlete
Student-athletes are faced with a unique set of challenges as they navigate the demanding worlds of academics and sports. The pressure to...
Tom Seabury
Aug 14, 20232 min read
How psychology has helped shape the premier league
Sport psychology has significantly impacted the Premier League since its inception, influencing not only individual players but also...
Tom Seabury
Aug 11, 20232 min read
The evolution of psychology in tennis
Over the past few decades, the field of psychology has undergone a significant evolution within the realm of tennis. What was once...
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 22, 20232 min read
Building a Winning Team: The Power of Selecting the Right Teammates
In any professional endeavour, surrounding yourself with the right teammates can make all the difference in achieving remarkable success....
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
May 25, 20232 min read
Embrace our nerves
Nerves are something we all experience in our lives. They are a natural response to stepping outside our comfort zones. They signify that...
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
May 1, 20232 min read
Processing Regret
"I often still wake up in the middle of the night, and it's there, the Champions League final, missing the penalty." - John Terry On 21st...
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 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
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 6, 20232 min read
Understanding Human Confidence
While arrogance can be a steady mindset, confidence is dynamic and can eb and flow. While our skills and knowledge rarely change quickly,...
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...
Tom Seabury
Jan 9, 20232 min read
Is virtual reality the future of mental performance training?
In the new Disney+ docuseries ‘Limitless’, Chris Hemsworth sets out to better understand many facets of human performance. In episode 1,...
Tom Seabury
Dec 18, 20223 min read
SP100 (8) John McEnroe
This is article 8 in the SP100 list, highlighting elite athletes' and coaches' achievements, philosophies and methodologies. These...
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