Playoffs and Performance Pressure

03/15/23 • 51 min

In this weeks episode, Taylor and Lauren break into discussion on a topic that many athletes ask about: performance pressure. This is especially highlighted as teams approach playoffs, when every game counts. Taylor and Lauren break down what performance pressure really is and how athletes can strategically combat and manage feelings of pressure in their own game.

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