Identify why training your brain is important
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Improve your mental fitness
Want to build your self-confidence? Better manage your emotions? Learn the benefits of visualisation? Train your mind for free with lessons from leading mental fitness expert, Maya Raichoora.
About 'Train Your Brain Like an Athlete'
Training your body is important - but what about your mind? Mental fitness is the foundation for resilience, focus and long-term success.
Maya Raichoora breaks it down into five key areas: consistency, mental cardio, diet, rest, and strength. Just like physical training, small, consistent efforts rewire your brain, making you sharper, stronger, and more adaptable. From curating the content you consume to prioritising rest and building resilience, Maya shares practical ways to train your mind every day.
What you will learn
Outline the 5 key areas of mental fitness and how to train your brain
Who is this for
This Step is for anyone who wants to strengthen their mindset and improve their mental well-being. Whether you're a high performer aiming to stay sharp, someone navigating stress or change, or simply looking to build healthier habits, this is your practical guide to training your brain. With small, consistent actions, you'll learn how to boost clarity, build resilience, and feel more in control every day.
Steps to continue your journey
The Learning Survival Skill
Discover how adopting a growth mindset can turn setbacks into stepping stones, making lifelong learning a rewarding journey, because life’s messy, and staying curious helps you navigate its twists and turns, ensuring you're always ready for the next challenge.
Own Your Learning Space
Struggling to focus in a noisy world? Learn how to create a distraction-free environment that boosts your productivity and makes learning more enjoyable.
Make a Learning Plan
Learn how a structured learning plan can turn your educational goals into reality by providing clear direction, maintaining motivation, and tracking progress, ensuring you stay on track and achieve success.
Retention, Retention, Retention
Learn how active learning techniques can boost your memory and understanding. Discover practical tips, from note-taking and mind mapping to teaching others, that will keep you engaged and make learning more effective.
Be Ahead at the Final Whistle
In high-pressure moments, managing time effectively can be the difference between success and failure. This Step shows you how to plan, prioritise, adapt, and control the tempo, so you can stay on top of your goals.
What is Your Time Worth?
Learn why every second counts and get practical tips to manage your time effectively from the very best in Formula 1. Prioritise tasks, leverage your team's skills, and make every moment count.
Time to Get on Track - Be the Leader
Time to master life's essential skills: communication, resilience, time management, and teamwork. Say goodbye to awkward moments, bounce back stronger, make every moment count, and achieve more together. Ready to level up? Let's go!
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