Perform Under Pressure

Volume 1: Foundations of Resilience in Sport — A Trauma-Informed Roadmap for Coaches & Athletes.

This groundbreaking workbook addresses the psychological demands of athletic performance through a trauma-informed lens. Written for coaches and athletes across Nigeria and Africa, it integrates neuroscience, sports psychology, and practical tools to help individuals manage pressure, build resilience, and perform at their best.

What You Will Learn

• Understanding sports performance anxiety — its mental, physical, and behavioural effects
• How your brain responds to pressure (the amygdala, prefrontal cortex, and hippocampus)
• Trauma-informed principles: Safety, Choice, Collaboration, and Empowerment
• Somatic foundations: breathwork, grounding, and body regulation techniques
• Cognitive reframing tools to transform setbacks into growth moments
• Daily resilience habits and SMART goal-setting frameworks

Table of Contents

1. Introduction: The Mind Behind the Medal
2. What Is Sports Performance Anxiety?
3. Your Brain on Pressure
4. Trauma-Informed Principles
5. Somatic Foundations
6. Cognitive Reframing
7. Daily Resilience Habits
8. Self-Assessment Toolkit & SMART Goals Template
9. Follow-Up and Sustained Practice
10. Digital Companion and Check-In Bot

Includes exercises, drill logs, habit trackers, peer learning prompts, and a WhatsApp Check-In Bot for daily accountability.