During my time as a Division-1 collegiate golf player moving from Australia, there were many things I wished I were better prepared to handle as a student-athlete. If the time to apply for college is fast approaching for you, and your goal is to be accepted by the University team in your sport, here are…
This article authored by Dr Jay-Lee first appeared at Pro Tour Golf College. In my work, I see many great athletes convey the hallmark qualities of a perfectionist that unfortunately can be the most dominant factor in sabotaging their potential. It is important to be aware that this trait can become a strength, with an…
THE CURRENT CLIMATE: For the majority of swimmers and coaches in Singapore, the second quarter in the year represents a change in pace and training focus. After a hectic first quarter of back-to-back meets and major events you may be feeling worn-out and needing time to reflect. A small percentage of Singapore club swimmers have…
As a former Division-1 collegiate athlete I understand how challenging it can be to balance sport at a high level and maintain good grades. Late nights, early mornings, and taking exams on the road doesn’t make it easy to strike a balance between the two areas, but here are three reasons why it’s crucial to…
In your final moments of preparation for the most anticipated annual event for age group swimmers in Singapore you are most likely starting to experience some stress and nervousness along with thoughts running through your head about how you will perform. You say certain things to yourself or believe certain things about what might happen…
Competition time can be stressful for all swimmers no matter your age or skill level. Recall a typical morning on deck at a major meet and how you generally feel: Following your warm-up nervousness may start to set-in, and you feel your breathing getting faster and a heaviness in your chest. You have been making…
The final stretch for the school year has begun and it’s the perfect time to knuckle-down in the final block of training before holidays start and then SNAG 2015 will be round the corner for Singaporean elite swimmers. In this article I will present some useful tips for creating fearsome focus in the pool. Working…