Unlocking the mind: The fascinating psychology of the Olympic athlete, fan rituals
Body paint, mismatched socks, hidden knick-knacks—what do they have in common when chasing glory on the biggest stage?
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Body paint, mismatched socks, hidden knick-knacks—what do they have in common when chasing glory on the biggest stage?
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The coach-athlete relationship is key to achieving greatness in elite sports. And at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the margins between success and failure will be tiny.
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"When was your last period?" For anyone who menstruates, this is a routine question during any visit to your doctor.
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Stress—it is something we all encounter in our daily lives, shaping our health and well-being in ways that are both subtle and profound. Whether it's a looming work deadline, personal relationship problems, or missing a ...
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Competing on the world stage, Olympic athletes face immense pressure to perform their best and represent their country. Mental health dominated Olympic conversations in 2021 after U.S. gymnast Simone Biles withdrew from the ...
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If somebody complains that it hurts to think, they may be onto something, as mental exertion appears to be associated with unpleasant feelings in many situations, according to research published in the journal Psychological ...
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With each Olympic Games athletes are expected to break new records. Sport science experts have been speculating for years whether we are reaching the limits of human ability. But they may be overlooking the fields where there's ...
Aug 4, 2024
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Australia's soccer team entered Paris with high hopes of notching their first Olympic medal but those aspirations came crashing down with defeat to the United States.
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Athletes getting sick during the Olympics is surprisingly common. During the 2012, 2016 and 2020 Summer Games, between 4–7% of athletes suffered from some sort of illness. The 2018 Winter Games were no better with 9% of ...
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U.S. gymnast Simone Biles vowed to continue her quest for Olympic gold after injuring her calf in a qualifying round at the Paris games.
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