STUDENT ATHLETES: MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SUMMER
Summer is the perfect time for student athletes to get ahead before the next season begins. Without the demands of games, practices, and school schedules, athletes can focus on building strength, improving performance, and reducing their risk of injury. Whether you’re preparing for volleyball, soccer, football, basketball, cheer, softball, or another sport, summer training can help you hit the ground running when the season starts.
THE SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY OF YOUR SMARTWATCH
Smartwatches, rings, and fitness trackers have completely transformed how we work out. But while they are incredible pieces of technology, the most powerful tool you bring to the gym isn't on your wrist—it's between your ears. When you sync your wearable tech with basic sports psychology, you stop being a slave to the data and start using it to unlock serious mental gains. Here is how your watch changes your brain during a workout, and how to use it to your advantage.
SUMMER IS COMING: TRADE THE "STRESS" FOR THE "SHIFT"
The arrival of summer often brings a wave of "seasonal pressure." We see the ads telling us to "get ready" or "transform" before the first beach trip. But in the world of sports psychology, we know that stress is the enemy of performance—and health. If you are feeling anxious about the warmer months, it’s time to change your mental game. Here is how to use sports psychology to enjoy your summer, stay moving, and keep your mental health a priority.
READ THIS IF YOU WANT TO COME TO PFP, BUT YOUR ANXIETY IS STOPPING YOU
Gym anxiety (or "gymtimidation") is incredibly real, whether it stems from a fear of not knowing how to use a machine or a fear of being judged for who you are. But your health and your fitness goals belong to you. At Pittsburgh Fitness Project, we believe anxiety shouldn’t keep you from building a body that moves and feels great. Here is a quick shift in perspective and a practical survival guide to help you take that first brave step into our space.