Full Description
An
uplifting and inspiring account of what it takes to perform when it really
matters and achieve your lifetime goal after 20 years of effort
When the moment arrives to realise a dream, will you be
ready? Will the years of effort pay off? Will you be able to peak your
performance, technically, mentally and emotionally? Will you be able to handle
the pressure?
For 21 years, Alex Tofalides pursued a dream of fencing at
the Olympics, first as part of the British elite programme, then for Cyprus
under his own direction. He had become a world and European champion, but had narrowly
missed going to London, Rio and Tokyo. Now he was in the final of the European
qualifier, one fight away from Paris 2024.
In this book, he shares what it takes to finally
realise your dream to perform at the biggest games of all. The psychology. Your
narrative. The analysis. The processes. The regime. Your resilience. As he
finally overcomes his doubts and limitations, you will learn what it takes to
perform in the moment when it all really matters.
Contents
(1)
Dream it, believe it, achieve it (2) Mastering the mind (3) When it goes
against you (4) Choose your battle (5) Upsets and underdogs (6)
Team dynamics (7) Fighting back (8) Taking responsibility (9) Mental
preparation (10) Process and routine (11) Psychologically aware (12) Data
analysis (13) Training and sparring (14) Negative thoughts (15) Narrative
building (16) Competing with the best (17) Holistic effort (18)
Luxembourg (19) Paris
