« What is a sport psychologist for? »

« What is a sport psychologist for? »

I get asked this question a lot, but what we should really be asking is « What is he not for? » He or she won’t throw punches for you, that’s about it! I’ve been working with my sport psychologist for almost 10 years now. I can’t tell you how much she has helped me,...
Your image on social media

Your image on social media

I’ve recently been invited by Alex Serano to participate in a Facebook camp by Barista, a training session offered to small businesses and athletes on optimizing the use of social networks. Here is some information that caught my attention, because it is very useful...
How well do you know the Olympic boxing scoring system?

How well do you know the Olympic boxing scoring system?

Technical regulations of AIBA 3.13. Each Judge will independently judge the merits of the two (2) Boxers using the Scoring System based on the following criteria: 1-Number of quality blows on target area 2-Domination of the Bout by technical and tactical superiority...
3 Essential Qualities of a Good Professional

3 Essential Qualities of a Good Professional

To perform at a high level, you need to surround yourself with people who are competent and experienced in their field: boxing coach strength and conditioning coach sport psychologist nutritionist physiotherapist etc. Their support will be essential during highs and...
Dealing with Injustice or the Art of Letting Go

Dealing with Injustice or the Art of Letting Go

In a judged sport like ours, at some point you’ll inevitably come across a referee that penalizes you more than you think you deserve or a judge that favours your opponent unfairly. Sometimes a bout is so close that it’s strictly a matter of point of view. Other...