Dr Josie Perry: The brain - body connection

About this episode

Dr Josie Perry discusses the brain-body connection and offers practical advice for runners.

Rick and Ben are joined by sports psychologist, Dr Josie Perry, to discuss that all-important brain-body connection, how to focus on goals and offers some practical advice and cues that all runners can use to unlock their potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Rick, Ben

Guest: Dr Josie Perry

Topics covered

• brain-body connection
• sports psychology
• goal setting
• running advice
• unlocking potential

Keywords

• sports psychology
• brain-body connection
• running goals
• practical advice
• unlock potential

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Organizations: Runner's World UK

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