4 Things about Skeleton Racing You Didn’t Know
Skeleton racing is undoubtedly a terrifying sport. However, despite its confusing name, the sport is pretty simple, where the racers take a running start and hurtle headfirst down the icy track on a sled. But there’s much more to the game—like skillful maneuvering and sliding down an icy track that could instill the […]
5 Tips for Developing the Right Mindset for Success
Mindset is defined as each person’s unique way of interpreting information and understanding experiences, thereby prompting corresponding responses and actions. In simpler terms, it’s the way you perceive the world around you, live your life, and the conscious choices you make every day.
5 Tips to Motivate Aspiring Athletes
Research shows that parents and coaches play a huge role in the success of any athlete. I have personally felt that without the constant motivation from my coach and his belief in my abilities, I would not have achieved the honor of becoming the first African athlete to win a skeleton race.
4 Great Motivational Messages from Top Coaches Around the World
A good coach can shape an athlete’s entire sports career. Establishing a positive relationship between the coach and the athlete is crucial for boosting the athlete’s motivation levels and keeping them focused. It’s also important for the coach to make sure the athlete’s sole focus is not just winning. A successful athlete is dedicated, inspiring, […]
Mindset Matters! How Mental Preparation Can Help Your Performance
Most athletes solely focus on their athletic abilities and physical preparation when training for a big sports event. However, according to Psychology Today, internal and external psychological factors play a significant role in ensuring a successful performance. A negative mindset and psychological disruptions can, at times, have a more severe negative impact on athletic performance […]
Skeleton: Going 90 Mph Down Icy Tracks—Headfirst
If you’ve never seen skeleton races, this is what they look like: a skeleton racer speeding at speeds as high as 130 kmph, their faces only a few inches from an icy track as they lie as flat as possible. They use their toes and the rest of the body to maneuver themselves and […]
Give Skeleton a Try — 3 Tips for Beginners
Skeleton sledding isn’t just one of the oldest winter sports; it’s also one of the most dangerous ones! You need to really give your all to the sport if you wish to excel in it. Having dedicated the last couple of years of my life to skeleton sledding, I encourage ambitious and enthusiastic […]
Think, Perform, & Sleep Better — 3 Effective Breathing Exercises
Think, Perform, & Sleep Better — 3 Effective Breathing Exercises Many people underestimate the importance of breathing exercises. The truth is, a proper breathing technique can help you in various aspects of your life and allow you to think, perform, and sleep better.
Hurdles Every Athlete Faces, But Never Talks About
They say, “Work hard in silence, let your success be the noise.” As an athlete, I find myself constantly charging down the track to the finish line of success; running until my legs get sore and leaping over hurdles that are dotted along the path to triumph. On the journey, sometimes my […]
Why I Chose to Become an Olympian and Skeleton Racer
As a kid with hopes and dreams bursting at the seams, I never could have imagined I would end up achieving them. I grew up in Ghana, spending most of my time with my grandma Minka who often told me, “Akwasi, what you need for success is already in you. It’s a matter […]