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Dark Days, Stronger Will: How to Hijack Your Motivation This Winter
When the light fades, motivation often fades with it. But winter isn’t a setback—it’s a season for growth. Learn how to hijack your motivation by redesigning your mindset, environment, and expectations. From identity-based motivation to habit systems and light-based strategies, this guide breaks down the psychology of staying consistent through the cold. Train your brain, not just your body, and come out of winter stronger than ever.

Robin Hughes
Nov 63 min read


Overcome Hyrox Nerves & Cue On-Demand Confidence
HYROX Birmingham is here, and so are the nerves. This blog shares two quick, psychology-backed tools to boost your confidence before race day. Learn how to neutralise your worries with “Confidence Pairs” and lock in self-belief using “Cue Words.” Simple, actionable, and proven to help you perform under pressure.

Robin Hughes
Oct 234 min read


The Mental Side of Injury Recovery: A Blueprint for Athletes Returning to Sport
Injury isn’t just a physical setback , it’s a mental battle. From identity loss to fear of re-injury, athletes face challenges far beyond the body. In this blog, we explore the psychology of recovery through real stories from Alex and Mia, and share proven mental fitness strategies to help you rebuild confidence, reframe setbacks, and return stronger than before.

Robin Hughes
Aug 227 min read


The 4th Discipline: Mental Strategies for Every Leg of Your Triathlon
Triathlon isn’t just swim, bike, run, it’s three unique mental battles. From managing chaos in the swim, finding rhythm on the bike, and reframing fatigue in the run, this blog gives you sport psychology strategies for each leg. Learn how to build composure, sustain focus, and finish strong. Plus, discover the Focus Foundation Plan in the Getahead app to make your mind as race-ready as your body.

Emily Mortimer
Aug 154 min read


Cracking Under Pressure or Rising Through It? What the Lionesses Can Teach You About Mental Fitness
Discover how England’s Lionesses handled pressure to win the 2025 Euros, turning nerves into a competitive edge. Learn practical mental fitness strategies inspired by Captain Leah Williamson and backed by sports psychology research. Master pressure through acceptance, cognitive reframing, and visualisation, enabling peak performance in sports, training, and everyday life. Turn pressure from a threat into your power.

Robin Hughes
Aug 43 min read


THINK LIKE A CHAMPION - MENTAL STRATEGIES FOR HYBRID ATHLETES
In the world of functional fitness and endurance racing, physical prowess is only part of the equation. The true champions are those who...

Robin Hughes
Feb 205 min read


REFLECTIONS OF A RECORD-BREAKER: TOP INSIGHTS FROM THE HYROX SEASON
In HYROX, just like in life, reflection is a powerful tool. The end of a HYROX season isn't just a finish line 🏁; it's a checkpoint. A...

Robin Hughes
Jul 23, 20247 min read


HOW A PERFORMANCE GOAL COULD BE HINDERING YOUR LONG-TERM MOTIVATION
Struggling to motivate yourself after finishing a goal? Stop setting the same goals and use these mindset tips for long-term motivation.

Robin Hughes
Aug 24, 20232 min read


STREAM YOUR HIGHLIGHT REEL FOR FREE AND ACHIEVE ON-DEMAND CONFIDENCE
Achieve Confidence On-Demand with this simple mindset exercise. Stop leaving confidence up to chance and take control of your performance.

Robin Hughes
Aug 24, 20232 min read
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