Intro to Athletic Mindfulness Freeletics

Before starting this course, take a minute to figure out if it’s right for you. Learn about how elite athletes use mindfulness as part of their training, what this course covers, and how exactly it can benefit you.
Mindfulness isn’t just new age nonsense. Elite athletes have been using it for years to improve performance. In this course you will:
Learn a bit in each session about the benefits of mindfulness, or meditation techniques you’ll practice.
Learn the basics of starting a mindfulness practice – from how to find a position, to how to breathe.
Get a feeling for how to implement mindfulness techniques into your training.

In this first guided session, learn why finding a comfortable position for meditation is so important, then find the one that works best for you before giving your first mindfulness session a go.
Meditation isn’t meant to torture you. So find a position that works for you! Keep in mind:
It’s best to sit up straight for your daily practice, but if lying down is all you can manage, that’s OK.
Keep your knees below your hips. This helps keep you comfortable and reduces strain on your back.
Keep an upright back, but one that's still relaxed.

Take some time to learn why focusing on your breath is a great way to get your mind off distractions. Then try it out!
Your breath is always available to focus on. It can help you shift yourself away from distractions or a wandering mind.

Learn why mindfulness has been linked to less injury, and practice focusing on your breath as thoughts arise.
Great job finishing this third session. Keep using focus on the breath to help a distracted mind.

Keep up the motivation for this intro course with a session that lets you feel the difference between focusing on your breath and letting your mind wander.
How did it feel to let your mind switch between focus and wandering? Even if your thoughts seem difficult to manage, don’t worry. Practicing mindfulness can help change that.

Ever get overwhelmed with negative thoughts? What athlete hasn’t? Learn a trick to break the cycle with a body observation session.
Every athlete faces difficult thoughts – doubt, anxiety, or nerves – whether they’re doing Freeletics at home, or competing on the international stage. Checking in with your body is a great way to manage those thoughts and break the vicious cycle.