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Now I appreciate some coaches can help to some degree with the mental piece but respectfully , without the formal training , they are not specialized . Think of it like this . If you have a specific problem , would you prefer to see the family doctor or a specialist in the area of your issue ?
Do you want an edge over your competition ? It ’ s not a pill ; I ’ ll tell you that .
The choice is yours so choose well . Choose to gain a mental edge over your competition .
If you would like to learn how to address mental health challenges , both personally and / or in your prep , please text me at ( 416 ) 805-6155 or email me at lesley @ timbol . ca so that I can give you concrete strategies tailored to you so that you can truly bring your best package to the stage !
with their training . Coaches are also hired to help with their meal plans both on and off season . Bodybuilders even hire coaches to help them with posing . These areas are all important .
But there is one massive area missing .
Why are bodybuilders not investing in the mental piece when doing prep ?
Look at Olympic athletes . You ’ re talking about the best of the best worldwide in various sports . Is what these Olympic athletes do physical ? Yes ! But many also hire mental game coaches and psychotherapists .
It comes down to this . Do you want to win ?
Don ’ t just say yes . Are you willing to cover all of your bases ?
If yes , then fill in that gap in your training and address the mental challenges both personally and professionally as an athlete .
Not only can I help you personally , as I ’ m a Registered
Psychotherapist , but I can also help you with the mental challenges that go with competing , as I ’ m a certified Mental Game Coach for athletes . Moreover , as a competitive Women ’ s Physique competitor , I can relate so yeah I ’ m a triple threat . : - )
Now I appreciate some coaches can help to some degree with the mental piece but respectfully , without the formal training , they are not specialized . Think of it like this . If you have a specific problem , would you prefer to see the family doctor or a specialist in the area of your issue ?
Do you want an edge over your competition ? It ’ s not a pill ; I ’ ll tell you that .
The choice is yours so choose well . Choose to gain a mental edge over your competition .
If you would like to learn how to address mental health challenges , both personally and / or in your prep , please text me at ( 416 ) 805-6155 or email me at lesley @ timbol . ca so that I can give you concrete strategies tailored to you so that you can truly bring your best package to the stage !
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