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Nervous before a game? Heavy legs, racing heart, overthinking every move? These aren’t just random jitters—they’re competition nerves, and they can sabotage even the most well-trained athletes.

At Revibe Therapy, we specialize in Sports Psychology that addresses the deep root of performance anxiety. In our latest YouTube video, we break down exactly what competition nerves are, why they happen, and—most importantly—how to take back control.

What Are Competition Nerves—And Are They Holding You Back?

Competition nerves are more than just butterflies. They can show up physically as muscle tension, shaky hands, and even nausea. Mentally, athletes may experience racing thoughts, obsessive “what ifs,” and a flood of fear stemming from five core triggers identified in sports psychology:

  • Fear of failure

  • Fear of success

  • Fear of pain

  • Fear of injury

  • Fear of humiliation

It’s not weakness—it’s anxiety rooted in not feeling fully in control of the present. When athletes feel unprepared (even irrationally so), the body flips into “fight or flight” mode. Reaction time disappears. Confidence dissolves. And performance suffers.

Real Tools That Actually Work

Our video doesn’t just name the problem—it delivers results. We walk you through:

  • Diaphragmatic breathing to instantly switch your nervous system from panic to presence.
  • Reality checks to challenge irrational fear.
  • Time management and preparation tactics that foster trust in your readiness.
  • Mental training systems like our Sacrificial and Compensational Behavioral Goals (SCBG) protocol to hardwire resilience and focus.

Long-term mastery comes from building automatic habits and cultivating linear focus—training your mind to handle one thing at a time, without being hijacked by overthinking or stress.

The Power of Letting Go and Taking Control

One of the most overlooked keys to Sports Psychology success is balancing action with surrender. Athletes must take control of what they can, and just as importantly, let go of what they can’t. This is where tools like meditation, guided hypnosis, and intentional spiritual reflection (not religious dogma) come into play.

We encourage athletes to explore their purpose, presence, and long-term vision—not just as competitors, but as whole human beings. The earlier you start this practice in the day, the more mentally prepared you are when game time hits.

Don’t Let Fear Run the Show—Reclaim Your Performance

If you’re an athlete in Orlando Lake Nona, Winter Park, or anywhere with access to Online Therapy, Revibe Therapy is here to help you unlock your peak performance.

🎥 Watch the full video now for in-depth strategies, mental hacks, and powerful tools to conquer competition nerves:
👉 Click here to watch on YouTube

🌐 Want more personalized help? Visit our website to learn more about our Sports Psychology services and how we help athletes crush anxiety and rise with confidence:
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📞 Questions? Ready to train your mind like you train your body? Contact our team directly to schedule your session:
👉 Contact Revibe Therapy

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This sponsored article was brought to you by Revibe Therapy, providing expert Sports Psychology services in Orlando Lake Nona, Winter Park, and through Online Therapy.

This article appears in Jun 4-10, 2025.