Fighter’s Mindset: Fight Camp
Fight camp will test you mentally and physically. In the process, training will not always go your way. Reframing how you see and handle challenges is more than turning the negative into a positive; it is about thinking objectively, not wishful thinking.
Pay attention to how you talk to yourself before, during and after training. Don’t rely on motivation; rely on a disciplined mind that chooses the right words to build the right habits and attitude throughout the fight camp.
After every class/week of training, reflect and follow through on what to do and avoid. Note that these are not limited to training; crucial factors like recovery, nutrition, hydration and mindset are also part of the process. Be honest with yourself if habits outside the techniques affect your performance:
What helped me succeed in training? (e.g. mindset, recovery, schedule, focus, positive relationships, habits outside class)
What compromised my training?
What should I repeat?
What should I avoid doing?
If finding the answers to these questions is difficult, ask your instructor. It’s their job to tell you :)
“The brain simply believes what you tell it the most. And what you tell it about you, it will create. It has no choice.”
