“It’s where I go for peace, to get grounded and to find my true inner strength-whether it’s for two seconds or 20 minutes.” Being able to tune in to what I am feeling in an exact moment-to control the thoughts rushing in and out of my head, to focus my attention on one thing-is the most powerful tool that I have,” she says. “I have learned how important it is to take care of my body and, more importantly, my mind.
Stephanie Labbé, Canadian goalkeeper and Olympic bronze medalist, says meditation has changed her life in the most profound ways. It’s one of the easiest, most effective ways to calm your anxiety and improve your mental focus. Close your eyes and just breathe deeply and evenly. When life feels hectic and external pressures are overwhelming, rather than worry or stress over them, try getting still instead. Photo | Enrique Muñoz Photo | Craig Mitchelldyer Embrace stillness Whether you’re training for your first marathon or want to take your workouts to the next level, these team players are sharing hard-won knowledge on everything from meeting nutritional needs to managing stress. We played the field, getting inside the head of a striker (Sinclair), a goalkeeper (Labbé) and a defender (Gonzalez).
That’s why we’re spotlighting three top players-Omar Gonzalez, Christine Sinclair and Stephanie Labbé-to learn these acclaimed athletes’ strategies for staying on top of their (beautiful) game. Along with attracting mass global attention during World Cup season, it’s arguably one of the most intricate sports to master, requiring serious coordination, physical endurance, speed and teamwork. Where sports are concerned, soccer is in a league of its own.
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