We all embark upon this Cycle of Performance within what we do that matters to us. Effectively engaging in our CoP, in high stress environments (recover, prepare, and perform), enhances our ability to sustain both high performance and a high level of resilience through optimal regulation of our body’s stress response system (a.k.a. HPA Axis). The stress response system can become dysregulated over time as a result of a chronically unhealthy approach to stress. This can ultimately lead to performance breakdowns as an indicator of both a dysregulated stress response system and partial engagement in the cycle, that is, underemphasizing preparation, overlooking recovery, or muscling through performance where flow is possible.

Additionally, performance involves a continuous cycle of regrouping, refocusing, and responding (the 3 R’s of optimal performance). That said, the goal is to fully engage each phase of the cycle through the implementation of performance enhancing skills interwoven into established and effective routines that bring awareness to physical and mental states, prevent stress injury and performance breakdowns, and proactively enhance functioning and well-being. Full engagement regulates the stress response system, allowing for a more ready & resilient state. Your ready & resilient state is where you will be able to more consistently perform optimally in high pressure situations. What does READY and RESILIENT look like? Click the link below to find out more.