Managing Race Anxiety
Emily emphasizes the importance of acknowledging anxiety rather than simply reframing it as excitement. She explains how the body's nervous system can become overwhelmed in the days leading up to a race, leading to burnout by game day. Proactive approaches, including somatic and breath-based techniques, are essential for managing stress and maintaining energy levels.In this clip
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The Running Explained Podcast
s4/e31 Where Does My Performance Anxiety Come From? (And How Can I Address It??) with Emily Perrin, LCSW
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