Winning at the highest level of ski racing isn’t about playing it safe. Dr. Jim Taylor breaks down why courage, commitment, and smart risk-taking separate champions from those who finish “almost there.” This piece explores the decision-points that define races — and how athletes can train the mindset to charge with confidence.
In a very special episode of the Skiing is Believing Podcast summer series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg welcomed renowned sports psychologist, Dr. Jim Taylor to express the importance of mentality and psychology across sport, and particularly ski racing. Tune in!
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