Optimizing Athletic Performance: Proven Strategies for Managing Stress and Anxiety

combination of physical and mental coping strategies to produce an integrated coping response (Nakao et al., 2021). This method. this method helps the athlete increase self-control, hence managing anxiety and stress. The other technique is applied relaxation through muscle relaxation and fostering concentration. Applied relaxation helps in reducing somatic anxiety symptoms. This technique is also achieved through breathing which improves concentration and a state of mindfulness. The other evid...