Applying performance psychology to elite competitive cycling. Cyclotherapy is Dr Peter Hudson, Chartered Psychologist and cyclist.

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Pleased to be able to contribute to the development of awareness of an important topic
📖 CW 02/03 - on sale now In Fitness this week: ▶️ LET'S TALK ABOUT... ANXIETY: Riders open up to @cmbell310 about facing up to their fears 🗣️ ▶️ MY TRAINING SPACE: Ian Beard takes us on a tour of his memorabilia-lined cabin 🛖
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Chapeau @robhatchtv once again cracking commentary for the final today #TDF2021
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Tomorrow sees the return of the CiCLE Classic Women’s Race. Kicking off at 2pm from Melton Mowbray, the 105km route takes in rough farm tracks and classic road sections. @CiCLEWomens will be the first of this season’s BC's National RR Series. Check out our team for the race!
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This is positive news! velonews.com/news/road/drops…

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Riding into a new week, 👀 ahead to new news & racing @Amstelgoldrace Happy Monday
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To ensure the mental well being of female riders, maximise performance and prolong engagement with elite level competition, it’s vital to look at what psychology can offer in understanding their needs. Check out some of the key components in my latest blog bit.ly/2PMvOMD
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Some wise words to begin the year......🚴‍♀️🚴🚴‍♂️
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twmsportpsychology.wordpress… Hi guys, I have written a blog in mental health in elite sport! It is apart of my performance psychology module at university. If you can give it a read, retweet, comment and like it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you ❤️❤️❤️
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RIP Gerry Marsden YNWA ❤️
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That's right - 67% of men & 60% of women in England carry excess weight. And because of this #JunkFood sugary soft drinks shouldn't be allowed to sponsor any type of sport. We need an equitable, ethical framework for sports sponsorship. @robinHEG @CommonsDCMS @FB_Collective
They face the same challenges, they deserve the same support. #BurgerQueen @StevenageFCW
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Riders of all levels can benefit from building mental skills into their cycling training. Find out why in my latest blog post, as well as information on negative thoughts and how to deal with them. bit.ly/3myCARl

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We've got 2021 rider roster news! And it's a huge welcome to @hayleyrsimmonds @kate_wootton and Emma Edwards. Check out the full line-up for 2021 here... camstifosi.com/news/cams-tif…

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Leaving politics aside, a man who was supposed to be a deep thinker with a huge intellect, yet thinks it’s OK to drive 25miles to see if his eyesight is good enough to drive 200miles has left the heart of the UK Government. Well, that’s a huge relief to anybody who rides a bike.
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This week Ian Stannard announced his retirement from pro cycling. Any major life change has psychological implications; leaving the pro peloton for ‘normal life’ brings particular struggles. My latest blog considers how to prepare for life after cycling. bit.ly/3nh4IZ7

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Children, young people and vulnerable adults who have experiences of trauma may respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and accompanying lockdown in distinct ways. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about #ACEs and how sport can respond and adapt to the needs of participants.
Interested in learning more about Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma-informed practices within sport? Join our online training session later this month looking at how sport can support those living with trauma. 📍 Zoom 🗓️ 18/11/2020 🕑 14:00-16:00 eventbrite.co.uk/e/124285522…
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Pleased to be able to offer a psychological perspective to @AnnaM_Hughes excellent article:
NEW ISSUE DAY! @cyclingweekly In Fitness this week: @AnnaM_Hughes ponders whether it's OK to do all/most of your hard training indoors; @marcelkittel speaks to @cmbell310 about his decision to retire last year; plus Fitness Hub & #CWClub10 race report
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Is it possible to trick your brain into extending your personal limits of endurance? Renowned exercise psychologist, Dr Samuele Marcora, certainly thinks so. Have a read, give the techniques a try and see what you think. bit.ly/2J74VPR.

Important for elite cyclists to be able to ask for non-judgmental help for eating problems. Consequences of not doing so can be devastating. bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000n7t…

Can you train yourself to tolerate the pain and suffering endured during bike racing to improve performance? Read about the psychology of suffering in my latest blog and how you can use mental techniques to better cope with the pain. bit.ly/3obesWf
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