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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.


The Unimaginable - Project Iceman
In the world of sports, mental strength is often the deciding factor between success and failure. While athletes train their bodies to achie

Jamie McConnell
Sep 13, 2024


Paris Olympics: Unforgettable Moments
The Paris Olympics this year truly did not disappoint! There’s something magical about watching the world’s greatest athletes come together

Jamie McConnell
Sep 9, 2024


A simple phrase can change everything
I was recently listening to a new podcast called "The Endurance Exchange," which is in part hosted by a good friend of mine, Oli Lockyer, an

Jamie McConnell
Jul 11, 2024


Casey Neistat - Sisyphus and the Impossible Dream
The access that we are given in the modern day to elite athletes and their preparation is unique to say the least. From Netflix documentarie

Jamie McConnell
Jun 25, 2024


The Power of Goal Setting in Sports: Elevate Your Performance
In the world of sports, goal setting is a fundamental practice that can significantly influence an athlete's performance and overall mindset

Jamie McConnell
Jun 23, 2024


Discovering Your "Why" in Sport
Over the years, I’ve often read about the importance of finding “your why” in various aspects of life, sport and especially in endurance spo

Jamie McConnell
Jun 22, 2024


Not always a hero session
It’s been interesting watching Lionel Sanders over the last year. Traditionally an exceptional triathlete with a very interesting back story

Jamie McConnell
Jun 21, 2024


Gains are Gains….. Recognise them and enjoy them!
All too often, elite athletes can be exceptionally critical of themselves, often to the point where even when they are seeing improvements i

Jamie McConnell
Jun 20, 2024


Make the Most of Practice - Give It Context
In the world of sports, the adage "practice makes perfect" is often touted as the cornerstone of success. However, in reality, it's not just

Jamie McConnell
Jun 19, 2024


Mistakes: Frustration or Fuel
In the high-stakes world of sports, the pressure to perform can be overwhelming. Athletes, whether amateurs or professionals, are constantly

Jamie McConnell
Jun 19, 2024


Sport can be heartbreaking…. Even for the best!!
Four birdies in the space of five holes from the ninth had given McIlroy a two-shot final-round lead in pursuit of his fifth major title, wh

Jamie McConnell
Jun 18, 2024


It's Not Always Ideal: Embracing Imperfect Training Conditions
In the world of sports, we often hear about the perfect training regimen, ideal conditions, and the best possible scenarios for success. How

Jamie McConnell
Jun 17, 2024


Everything is a choice
Everything we do is a choice

Jamie McConnell
Jun 16, 2024


Be Present
Where are your feet? Is your head in th same place

Jamie McConnell
Jun 15, 2024


Under the Lights
Sport can sometimes throw up events that simply make no logical sense at all. Runners who train to a certain pace and they get to a race,

Jamie McConnell
Jun 14, 2024


“The Secret”
The real secret of world-class performers isn't the daily routines that they develop, but that they stick to them-that they show up, even wh

Jamie McConnell
Jun 12, 2024


Everything is a Choice: How Every Decision Shapes Your Path
Every decision you make effects outcome

Jamie McConnell
Jun 12, 2024


Simple Rules
Sometimes the simplest thoughts are the best ones. While listening to my good friend Marcus Smith on his podcast earlier which was from well

Jamie McConnell
Jun 10, 2024


Young Athletes: Keep It Fun
As parents, we watch our kids pursue their athletic dreams from a very young age, with their goals gradually growing as time goes on and the

Jamie McConnell
Jun 10, 2024


Finding the Right Path: Navigating Your Journey in Sports and Life
We each have a unique path to take in life, and this is especially true in the world of sports. Finding the right path and realizing that yo

Jamie McConnell
Jun 9, 2024
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