Join Scott Johnston for a discussion with Dr. David Spindler. Dr. Spindler, is a renowned sports psychologist, known for his work with elite athletes, including cyclist Mark Cavendish, who overcame personal challenges to break a long-standing Tour de France record. Currently, coach Scott collaborates with Dr. Spindler as part of a support team for an elite ultra runner. While Dr. Spindler typically works with professionals in various activities, this episode seeks to provide actionable mental game insights for athletes at all levels.
Dr. Spindler’s Website: https://drdavidspindler.com/
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Episode Guide
Introduction
David’s backstory and formative years
Working with elite-level athletes
Dealing with performance anxiety
Process vs. outcome goals
Assessing your own motivations
Avoiding over-training and burnout
Rediscovering joy in training and practice
Making a difference as a coach
What makes a good coach?
Learning from mistakes
Master coach, Vasilis Anastopoulos
Avoiding compulsion
Selfishness in athletic pursuits
Opinions on Central Governor Theory
David’s final thoughts
感想
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