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PONDERINGS ON
PERFORMANCE
Thoughts, lessons, and insights on performance, mindset, competition, growth, and the pursuit of improvement across sport and life.


Make It Fun: Rediscovering the Joy in Sports
It's easy to get absorbed in the analytics side of sports. We scrutinize every detail of our performance, assess it meticulously, and...
jmesgolf2
May 31, 2024


What Does a Good Day Look Like for Athletes? A Guide to Optimising Your Day for Success
Starting your day by asking, "What does a good day look like?" can significantly impact your performance and mindset. This question, while s

Jamie McConnell
May 30, 2024


Comparison is the Theft of Joy
In today's world, where we have unprecedented access to each other's lives, it's easy to fall into the trap of comparison, especially as an

Jamie McConnell
May 28, 2024


Why do we do it?
This thought crossed my mind several times this weekend. Sixteen kilometers into a half-marathon run, sandwiched between two 50km bike legs,

Jamie McConnell
May 27, 2024


Embracing Extreme Ownership in Coaching and Athletics
Extreme ownership is a phrase popularised by Jocko Willink, a renowned Navy SEAL, and it is one of the most valuable tools any coach or athl

Jamie McConnell
May 26, 2024


Marginal Gains: Improve the ordinary days
As athletes, we are always seeking that extra something to enhance our performance and gain a slight edge over the competition.

Jamie McConnell
May 25, 2024


For the love of sport
I have really started to enjoy watching cycling recently for some reason. Perhaps it's because I've taken up the sport myself in recent yea

Jamie McConnell
May 23, 2024


Seek discomfort
If there is one thing I have learned over the years its that sport can be a cruel mistress, and sometimes take you to some deep dark places.

Jamie McConnell
May 23, 2024
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