The Mindful Athlete

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George Mumford is the sports psychology consultant for the Boston College men’s basketball team and the meditation coach to the LA Lakers. A public speaker, he’s shared his famous techniques with a number of NBA teams and coached athletes in other sports as well.

At the heart of this narrative is the principle of being fully engaged in the moment. Our everyday routines are rife with distractions that can derail us. However, by tuning into our physical sensations, breathing, and innermost being, we unlock our true capabilities and ascend to higher states of awareness. Whether on the playing field or off, mindfulness is fundamental to attaining optimum performance. Here’s a practical tip to consider: dedicate one full minute to just one point of focus. It could be the rhythm of your breathing, the pattern of your footsteps, or the objectives you've set for the day. This task, seemingly simple, may prove to be quite the challenge. Once you've mastered the one-minute focus, gradually increase to two minutes, and then to three. It's this kind of sharp, narrow focus that's crucial.

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