Pressure, process and the team
Ready when: A style and a plan (a1) begun.
What the coach teaches
Process over outcome, adapting to unforeseen situations, relaxation techniques, banned substances including prescription medicines.
At home, safe only
A routine before bouts.
Ask the club
The anti-doping and welfare policies.
What you can see from the side
Calm under pressure.
Self-check what the coach confirms
The fencer states a process goal for each bout.
Stop and get a coach when
Persistent anxiety.
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