Athletics Coaching Hub

High-performance racing is often decided not only by physiology or tactics, but by how athletes respond to unexpected disruption. In middle- and long-distance track events, in-race crisis moments such as tripping, contact, falls, or sudden loss of rhythm can occur without warning. These incidents create an immediate psychological challenge: the athlete must assess physical status, regulate emotion, restore focus, and make tactical decisions within seconds while the race continues.

Sport and exercise physician Dr Louise Tulloh explores how perimenopause and menopause can affect training, recovery, health and performance in athletics. Coaches will gain a clearer understanding of hormonal transition, common symptoms, musculoskeletal considerations, fatigue, recovery needs and when to encourage athletes, coaches or officials to seek medical support.

Watch this special coaching resource with Nicola Olyslagers as she shares how athletes can build confidence, manage pressure, reframe setbacks and stay connected to the process. A valuable session for coaches and athletes looking to develop the mental skills that support long term performance in track and field.