Endurance Unlimited Season 2, Ep. 11: Self Care & Purposeful Racing with Ayesha McGowan and Jim Lehman
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Sep 7, 2020 AI Snips
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Be Open — Share Context With Your Coach
- Share widely with your coach so they can see the full picture including stressors and motivation.
- Use voice calls as well as text to reveal tone and energy that text can mask.
Prioritize Mental Health Over Rigid Plans
- Respect athletes' mental state and reduce structure when they need a break instead of forcing intervals.
- Keep regular check-ins so the athlete feels supported but not pushed during uncertainty.
Burnout And A Necessary Step Back
- Ayesha mentally shut down early in the pandemic after signing a pro contract and then losing a season to COVID.
- She experienced disrupted sleep and appetite and chose to step back from structured training.