Episode 33 - Composure - a podcast by Charles J. Infurna, EdD

Composure

Finding your optimal level of arousal takes time and deliberate practice.  As an athlete and high-level thrower, this is another key element in finding your desired level of success.  Maintaining a state of equilibrium is very necessary in throwing.  Having emotional outbursts on every throw during warm-ups may not physically prepare your body to compete when necessary, when the competition actually starts.  As an athlete, you can experiment in practice.  Be aware of your thoughts before you step into the circle.  Do you feel nervous?  Can you see your heart racing through your shirt?  Are you sweating profusely?  What I mention are all signs of composure.  Finding the right level of composure or arousal will give you a better opportunity to be successful when the competition begins.

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