Mind Caddie - Improve Your Mental Golf Game ADHD and Golf - Dr Josephine Perry #373
Aug 29, 2025
Dr. Josephine Perry, a renowned sports psychologist and author, dives into the intricate relationship between ADHD and athletic performance. She sheds light on common misconceptions surrounding ADHD and emphasizes the benefits of traits like pattern recognition in players. The discussion covers the significance of sleep for memory and skill retention, while also introducing practical strategies for improving focus, like the 'coins' model for energy management. Josephine also advocates for better communication between athletes and coaches to enhance performance. A must-listen for anyone interested in optimizing their mental game!
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Beach Moment Sparked A Career Change
- Josephine describes standing on the beach at Ironman Melbourne and using mental strategies to improve performance.
- That swim day produced her best Ironman time and sparked her career in sport psychology.
Give One Clear Instruction
- Give athletes one clear instruction at a time to improve learning and execution.
- Avoid overwhelming players with multiple simultaneous cues during practice or competition.
Use Sleep To Cement Skills
- Use sleep strategically to consolidate learning and reduce threat-system reactivity.
- Nap after intense practice and prioritise sleep to get more from training sessions.