Psych-Chek

We can view competition as a war or as a partnership. Can how we view it have an impact on what behaviours we accept and how we interpret facial expressions?

Mindfulness-Acceptance-Commitment Therapy! What is cognition fusion and defusion?

Mindfulness-Acceptance-Commitment therapy is part of the new generation of the cognitive-behavioural approach! Here’s my understanding of it

Here’s how I used mental skills to help me complete a half-marathon with little to no marathon training. Disclaimer - don’t try running a long distance when you haven’t trained for it.

The journey of becoming the best practitioner I can be is slowly increasing the level stress I’m experience. But just like being an athlete, being a stressed is part of the process.

COVID-19 has had a drastic impact on our way of living, but have we thought about the mental impact it can have on athletes? Here are my thoughts

Anthony Joshua faces Andy Ruiz Jr for the second time to reclaim his champion status and the WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO heavyweight championship titles. But can he handle the pressure of this rematch? #AnthonyJoshua #RuizJoshua2 #boxing #mindset #pressure #psychology #boxing #nerves #sport #sportpsychology #performance #joshua #andyruiz #underarmour #fight #match #heavyweight #champion #championship

In this episode I’m joined with Olympic bobsleigh athlete, Greg Cackett! we talk about what it was like to enter the Olympic village, the importance of being a team player and why bobsledding is harder than you think. Greg’s next pursuit is the 2022 Winter Olympics. If you want to support Greg along his journey then feel free to contribute to his crowdfunder (https://www.pledgesports.org/projects/greg-cackett-beijing-olympic-bid/). To follow his journey as a double Olympian, follow him on his Instagram account @gregcackett1 (https://instagram.com/gregcackett1?igshid=dxoxuwycc0up) #sport #psychology #bobsleigh #sprint #cycling #track #winterolympics #olympian #greatbritain #british #athlete #bobsledder #performance #team #group #olympics

In this episode I’m joined with 3x CrossFit Games athlete and 2019s 8th fittest woman on earth, Bethany Shadburne! We talk about the importance of experiences, the mental demands of the CrossFit Games, doping and her support network! To watch Bethany’s journey and experiences as a CrossFit athlete make sure to follow her on Instagram (https://instagram.com/bethanycf?igshid=1n1rjnd5k4dtt) #crossfit #crossfitgames #reebok #athlete #bethanyshadburne #2019crossfitgames #competition #training #performance #sport #psychology #mentalskills #doping #socialsupport #coach #gymnastics #weightlifting #barbell #calisthenics

In this episode I’m joined with elite artistic roller skater Macarena Carrascosa! She talks about compartment syndrome, pushing through pain, eating behaviours and body image attitudes in the sport To follow her journey make sure to follow her on Instagram (https://instagram.com/hey_macarenafitness?igshid=1sqn7mumszfld). If you want to get in contact with her and are in Auckland interested in learning how to skate and compete, visit her website www.heymacarena.co.nz! #sport #psychology #podcast #artistic #rollerskating #rollerskater #performance #competition #training #athlete #elite #international #eating #behaviour #attitude #nerves #mindset #mentality #injury #bodyimage #culture

In this episode I’m joined with professional MMA fighter Benedict Ang! He competes in the One Championship and currently has a record of 3-1. We talk about visualising, inspirational role models and self-belief! If you want to follow Benedict’s MMA journey then make sure to follow him on Instagram (https://instagram.com/benedict_saiyan?igshid=1adp3gfg5tmm0) #MMA #combat #athlete #fighter #sport #combatsport #fighting #muaythai #bjj #jiujitsu #boxing #kickboxing #submission #OneChampionship #Benedict #Ang #profession #striking #grappling #training #competition #mentalskills #mentalcoach #failure #success #mindset #mentality #belief #nerves #UFC

In this episode we look at what it takes to compete as a pro cyclist! I talk with Canadian Junior Road Champion and 2x U23 Canadian National ITT Champion, Pro Cyclist, Adam Roberge. Adam talks about how self-talk, acceptance and focus are vital for his success. You can see Adam and his journey to compete at the Tour de France on his Instagram (https://instagram.com/adamroberge?igshid=v523jwp1f5bp) #cycling #professional #procyclist #psychology #sport #endurance #podcast #interview #mentalskills #coach #athlete #roadbike #bike #bicycle #canada #champion #TourdeFrance #competition #training #focus #attention #acceptance #breathing #selftalk

In today’s episode Olympic and Great British Judo athlete James William Austin talks about how he got into Judo, his issues with controlling his emotions effectively, the highs and lows of his athletics career and what mental skills are important for athletes. He’s currently aiming to become a fully qualified sport psychologist and is taking his stage 2 training. If you want to learn how to develop your mentality and would love to speak to James you can reach him on his socials: Facebook (https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=115753025103602&refid=17), Instagram (https://instagram.com/jameswillaustin?igshid=ueznx6qipsy9) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/jameswillaustin) For psychology resources visit www.psych-chek.co.uk #sport #psychology #psychologist #judo #athlete #Judoka #Kippon #judothrow #throw #martialart #fighting #fight #competition #training #injury #olympics #olympian #london2012 #beijing #combat #combatsport #podcast #coach #coaches #mindset #mentality #mentalskills #nerves #anxiety #confidence

2-time Olympian and medalist Marilyn Okoro shares her journey as a 400m and 800m athletes. She talks about her humble beginnings, the impact of her culture, her coach and competing at the big stage! She’s training to compete at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and is a public speaker and mentor. You can get in touch with her through her socials on Instagram @thegirl_okoro (www.instagram.com/thegirl_okoro/?hl=en) and Twitter @mokoro4 (Twitter.com/mokoro4) #sport #psychology #olympics #track #athletics #runner #sprint #400m #800m #athlete #coach #Marilyn #Okoro #great #Britain #competition #training #mindset #psychology #mentality #resilience #visualisation #selftalk #imagery #anxiety

Sport psychology lecturer Gobinder Gill tells us about emotional intelligence. In this episode he highlights what it is, why it’s important and how it can be developed. He shares his experiences as a lecturer and his applied experience training sports athletes and coaches in developing their emotional intelligence. You can find Gobinder on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/in/Gobinder-Singh-Gill-542a9a32) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/psychedge01). #sport #psychology #emotion #emotionalintelligence #intelligence #podcast #control #sad #happy #joy #angry #coach #athlete

In this episode I’m joined with Diwas Limbu who shares his experiences as a powerlifter, coach and competing through injury. For more psychology resources and information visit www.psych-chek.co.uk #deadlift #bench #squat #SBD #Powerlifting #IPF #coach #Psychology #MentalSkills #MentalBarriers #Performance #Powerlifter #health #fitness #weighttraining #strength #power

In this episode, I’m joined with 2-time U93kg Powerlifting Champion and IPF World Deadlift Gold Medalist Hendrick Famutimi. Hendrick provides his journey through competing as a powerlifter and mental skills he’s used to help him perform and mental barriers he’s experienced. He has a lot of powerlifting and fitness content coming out this year. But if you can’t wait then make sure to follow him on his Instagram - supermanhfvideos - or check is website www.hfpersonaltrainer.com. For more psychology resources visit www.psych-chek.co.uk. #deadlift #bench #squat #SBD #hendrick #HendrickFamutimi #Powerlifting #IPF #Champion #Psychology #MentalSkills #MentalBarriers #Performance #Powerlifter #Superman #health #fitness #weighttraining #strength #power

In this episode I’m joined with Dr Sarah Collard who provides her personal account of running with epilepsy. She had dreams of going to the Olympics, attended a division I college as a runner, but was soon diagnosed with epilepsy that is triggered by her running. Following this she’s battled with her new athletic identity and has committed to adding to research addressing psychological impact of epilepsy. To get in contact with Sarah you can email her scollard@bournemouth.ac.uk, and either email her or myself info@psych-chek.com to gain access to her research

The Jones-Gustafsson fight has a lot of controversy and this episode explains why Jon Jones and other athletes may may have taken performance enhancing drugs in the past. #MMA #UFC #Fight #Drugs #Doping #JonesVsGustafsson

'The Psychology Behind the Sport' investigates different psychological topics and journeys faced by athletes in different sports. This first episode looks into eating behaviours in female powerlifters as a result of engaging in the sport. Luisa Vargas speaks about her research in disordered eating in powerlifters, which is the first of its kind, and shares her experiences as a powerlifter and the world of sport. Get into contact with Luisa via email: luisavargas@hotmail.co.uk Visit her blog on sportpsychforpowerlifters.blogspot.com More psychology resources are available on Psych-Chek's website www.psych-chek.co.uk For workshop and consultancy enquiries DM or email Psych-Chek: sp_edgarchekera@outlook.com #Psychology #Powerlifting #Eating #PsychChek #Female

This episode shortly addresses 3 factors that influence whether we view anxiety and stress as a challenge to overcome or a threat to our performance

One of the many keys to achieving psychological growth is self-awareness and self-regulation. If this is this case then why don't we engage in techniques that help us enhance this? This podcast outlines how to reflect. #sport #reflection #psychology #growth #selfawareness #wellbeing #mentalgrowth

We all have experienced that one single magical, defining moment that has altered our view of our day. Single powerful moments have the ability to alter our perception of the experiences we’re going through, and it’s important to start creating and identifying these moments. This short podcast outlines what factors create these defining moments, using the writings of Chip and Dan Heath in their book “Power of Moments”