391: Performing Under the Lights

391: Performing Under the Lights

May 6, 2026 · 45 min

About this episode

The episode discusses techniques to perform under pressure, sharing personal experiences and research insights.

In this episode (45:24) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban address a question from a listener who felt overwhelmed at a big event under the bright lights of the cameras and the importance of the moment. The team shares their own experiences competing on live televised finals and dig into what the research says about choking under pressure and the techniques that actually help. You Will Learn Why pre-performance routines matter and how to use them strategically How post-performance processing routines can also impact high stakes performance How to handle it when your routine gets disrupted before a run Four research backed techniques for overcoming choking under pressure Mentioned/Related Why we choke under pressure — and how to avoid it | Sian Leah Beilock Episode 357: Preparation Checklist for Big Events Episode 188: Handler Desensitization Watch Rebecca " feel her own power " Sponsored By Canine Handler Fitness

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