Building Your Mental Toolbox | Triathlon Tips With Dr. Jim Taylor

As triathletes, we may be aware of how much of a pivotal role our mental fortitude and psychology plays in our performance, but how exactly can we work on these skills? We sat down with Dr. Jim Taylor to find out.

00:00 - Intro
01:35 - How important is mental strength?
03:41 - Your mental toolbox
06:50 - How can you train your mentality?
09:49 - Tips for long distance
12:20 - Focussing on the present
13:30 - Finding the time
17:17 - Final tips and the importance of perspective

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