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EPISODE · Sep 8, 2026 · 21 MIN

S4 Ep27: Game week energy: Confidence, control, & match-day protocols

from The GB Sports Performance Podcast · host Grace Brown

Big competition coming up?In this episode, I share my approach to game week; how to build confidence, manage nerves, control what you can control, and arrive ready to perform. I explain why chasing fitness at the last minute is a mistake, the routines I use before competition, and how to stay focused when the pressure is on.Whether you're preparing for Nationals, a World Cup, or the start of your season, this episode will help you compete with confidence and purpose.In this episode, I cover:Why confidence comes from preparation, not motivationThe biggest mistake athletes make during game weekWhy trying to gain fitness before a competition can hurt performanceHow to focus on what you can control and ignore the noiseMy personal match-day and pre-game routinesHow I manage nerves, mistakes and pressure during tournamentsThe simple post-game review process I use to keep improvingIf you've got a big competition coming up, my message is simple: trust your preparation, stick to your routines, and focus on becoming the best version of the athlete you've already built.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WORK WITH ME⁠⁠⁠

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