Dr. Haley Perlus, a sport and performance psychology expert with a PhD in Sport Psychology, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share her personal insights on achieving peak performance in life. Drawing from her experiences as a former elite athlete and coach, Haley discusses embracing pressure as a performance enhancer, building mental toughness to overcome blocks and overthinking, strategies for focus and optimal functioning in high-pressure sports environments, the power of self-talk and self-belief in fostering confidence, and balancing stress management with athletic goals to prevent burnout.
Dr. Haley Perlus is a Doctor of Performance Psychology, speaker, author, and coach specializing in sport-specific techniques to optimize the mental game for athletes and high achievers. With a PhD in Sport Psychology, MS in Sport Pedagogy, and certifications in coaching, fitness, and nutrition, she draws from her elite athlete background to deliver practical strategies. Haley has worked with Marriott, Starbucks, NASA, Johnson & Johnson, Deloitte, U.S. Air Force, Oprah, and ESPN on embracing pressure, building focus, and overcoming mental blocks. Author of Personal Podium, her keynotes like "Harnessing Stress as a Performance Enhancer" and "Optimal Energy Flow for Success" help turn stress into power and sustain energy. Her philosophy—"Perform with heart. Win with mind"—guides Olympic hopefuls and executives toward peak performance and well-being.
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