How to Embrace Pre-Race Nerves with Dr. Justin Ross

“The difference between adult athletes and kid athletes is this: kids are excited and it’s all about figuring it out. However, adults, we overfocus on the stats and lose sight of the movement, which is so fundamentally important,” says Dr. Justin Ross. Dr. Ross is a clinical psychologist with a focus on performance psychology. He’s ran 11 marathons - finishing Boston six-times - and has completed two Ironman Triathlons. Professionally, he co-founded the MindBodyHealth clinic and works with athletes to teach mental health skills to improve performance. No Excuses Podcast host, Sean Corvelle, talks with Dr. Ross about...-Why movement, pushing through obstacles and feeling the flow of movement, is critical to the human experience-His philosophy for sports psychology coaching-What is emotional regulation and how to temper pre-race nerves?-How one-minute of slow rhythmic breathing can drastically influence your mental stateConnect with Dr. Justin Ross: -Website: Dr.JustinRoss.com-Twitter: @PsychDenver-Instagram: @drjustinross*Find your next Tough Mudder event here: http://bit.ly/35q39iH Can’t get enough of Mudder Nation? Check out our blog: http://bit.ly/3iTuG4cDiscover the 2021 Tough Mudder Training Guides: http://bit.ly/3iP4pUGDon't forget to subscribe to the 'No Excuses' Podcast and follow Tough Mudder on social media:Instagram: @tough_mudderFacebook: @toughmudderTwitter: @toughmudderSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple*Welcome to the ‘No Excuses’ Podcast by Tough Mudder. A place where Mudder Nation can come together to hear deep-dive conversations with fitness + health experts, everyday athletes and community members. Join us every Wednesday as we uncover the stories and inspiration that make this community so great. Hosted by Sean Corvelle.*Host: Sean CorvelleProducer: Michelle Lafiura, Ryan WarnerSenior Producer: Johanna Ovsenek, Marion Abrams© 2021 Spartan