Published Dec 21, 2023

s3/e46 Conquering Performance Anxiety with Dr. Leah Avery, DPT

Dr. Leah Avery shares her transformative journey from a high-pressure athletic environment to conquering performance anxiety by embracing a process-oriented mindset, revealing how to foster a healthier, balanced relationship with sports.

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s3/e46 Conquering Performance Anxiety with Dr. Leah Avery, DPT

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Embracing the JourneyLeah Avery shares her journey of overcoming performance anxiety by shifting her focus from results to the process of running. She discusses how embracing the running journey and managing expectations can lead to a healthier relationship with the sport.

Embracing the Journey

Challenges in SportsDr. Leah Avery, a former D1 All-American swimmer, discusses overcoming performance anxiety and redefining her relationship with athletics. She shares her journey from a high-pressure sports environment to finding a healthier balance in running.

Challenges in Sports

Overcoming AnxietyLeah Avery shares her journey of overcoming performance anxiety in both running and swimming. She discusses the pressures of maintaining high performance levels and the impact of anxiety on her athletic career.

Overcoming Anxiety

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