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Jack Boreham's Articles
Jack Boreham is an ex-professional swimmer who has competed at county, regional, and national levels in the UK.
He is the former swimming champion of the county of Sussex in the UK. Jack is training to become a qualified psychotherapist and has a level 4 qualification in Transactional Analysis therapy.
When Rest Feels Like Falling Behind
by Jack Boreham
For athletes who feel guilty resting, here is how to understand recovery as part of mental fitness instead of proof you are losing ground.
How to Help Your Athlete Talk to a Coach
by Jack Boreham
A sports parent guide for helping young athletes speak with a coach without taking over, shaming them, or adding pressure.
Staying Active After Your Season Ends: What to Do As An Athlete
by Jack Boreham
For athletes feeling lost after a season ends, here is how to handle identity, routine changes, and the quiet space after competition.
When You Feel Like You Have to Be the Positive One On the Team
by Jack Boreham
For athletes who feel pressure to keep everyone upbeat, here is how to support teammates without hiding your own stress.
Charge in Basketball: What is a Charging Foul?
by Jack Boreham
This article serves as a general guide to charging fouls in basketball, defining their purpose, and explaining their importance. It explores how to execute a legal guarding position in the face of a charge and how to take a charge with the right positioning. It provides players with a foundational understanding of what a charging foul is and its rules.... Read More
Soccer Drills for Kids: Best Drills for Practice and for Fun
by Jack Boreham
Soccer drills for kids must not only be good for improving skills for effective practice but also fun for sustaining engagement and enjoyment. This article lays out quick and fun soccer drills for kids that you can use as a parent or coach of a youth soccer team. It also provides a brief background on youth soccer development for context.... Read More
Mental Health and Wellbeing Apps for Athletes: Understanding Their Impact
by Jack Boreham
Mental health apps provide structured exercises, tracking features, and guided techniques to improve your mental health as an athlete. They can be used to address performance anxiety, concentration, recovery, confidence, and stress, allowing you to access mental training on the go.... Read More
Mental Performance Coaching: Benefits in Sport and Training
by Jack Boreham
This article explores the role of mental performance coaching in sports and the benefits of mental training for athletes.
Position Numbers in Baseball: A Beginner's Guide
by Jack Boreham
This article explores the importance of numbering in baseball, breaking down positions and responsibilities by number, and explains the similarities and differences between softball and baseball in terms of positions.... Read More
Understanding the Line of Scrimmage in American Football
by Jack Boreham
This article will define the line of scrimmage, explain its importance in football strategy, and discuss various in-game scenarios for effective play.
