This episode delves into the crucial psychological aspects that can determine a fencer's success, especially in competitive settings.

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This episode draws on a comprehensive analysis of fencers' stories and insights from various sources, including forums, websites, and Reddit, tailored for a US-based audience of fencers, their parents, and veteran fencers. We aim to offer a rich understanding of the mental game through personal experiences and expert perspectives. As Dr. Alan Goldberg from the Academy of Fencing Masters notes, while practice might be 95% physical and 5% mental, in competition, those percentages flip, making success 95% mental and 5% physical.

Tune in to learn practical strategies and gain a deeper appreciation for the mental fortitude required to excel in fencing.

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Sources:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/olympics/dc-native-is-perfectly-placed-to-win-fencings-mental-game/2015/12/23/b0aca486-a365-11e5-8318-bd8caed8c588_story.html

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10203631/

https://www.reddit.com/r/Fencing/comments/o7v2df/the_mental_game/

https://www.reddit.com/r/Fencing/comments/6chzkw/what_is_the_weirdest_mental_block_you_realized/

https://www.fencingparents.org/most-popular/2018/4/27/developing-the-mental-game-in-fencing

https://academyoffencingmasters.com/blog/fencing-and-sports-psychology/