It's no secret that our athletes are more stressed than ever. 

You already know the impacts that her academics, sport, relationships are having on your daughter. 

Not to mention those of you that are navigating the college recruiting process! 

It can be tough for the athlete, but also tough as a parent to know how to best support her as she manages the stress in her life. 

That's exactly why I sat down with sports neuroscientist Julia Eyre, White Lion Performance Group, to talk all about stress, self-regulation, and the impact that stress has on the performance of athletes. She prioritizes healthy humans over everything.

In this episode, Julia and I talk about:

The differences between acute and chronic stress

One is needed and useful, and one is detrimental to the well-being of athletes. 

Why self-critical athletes tend to suffer from long-term chronic stress

Self-critical athletes are typically the ones beating themselves up over mistakes, criticizing their performance, and over-training to reach their goals. 

This can easily lead to situations where they are chronically stressed and always "on."

The impact that stress can have on outcomes

Julia dives into why chronic stress on athletes (physical, mental, emotional) is detrimental to an athlete's performance.

Why awareness around stress is crucial to the well-being of the athlete

An athlete's nervous system is essential to her success. Her well-being (in and out of her sport) is determined by her ability to navigate these stressors in a way that leads to longevity in her sport, relationships, and life. 

The important role that parents play in helping athletes manage stress

As her mom, you play a key role in helping your athlete manager her stress. 

What you say, the opportunities you provide her, and where you place your attention and focus all impact an athlete's capacity for stress and self-regulation. 

Strategies that athletes can use to avoid burnout

Key strategies that athletes can use include taking intentional time off of their sport, having activities outside of their sport, and proper rest/recovery. 

If your athlete leans towards being self-critical, anxious, or is experiencing stress in her life, you're going to want to take a listen to the informative and valuable information that Julia shares this week!  

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