Mental health strategies towards the Olympics In this final episode of Olympic Minds Unlocked, Red Panther Alix Gerniers outlines how she dealt with the ups and downs of her career and explains how stress has helped her. We're also honored to welcome Jean-François Deberg, a bronze Olympic medalist. He will share his experiences of having specific mental strategies to get ready for the Olympics. Last but not least, sport psychologist Clara Baiwir will explain what is meant by the ‘double booster’ effect and how it can help enhance your performances. Need help? Reach out to a person close to you who you trust! Team Belgium contact points: - sportpsychology@olympic.be or Team Belgium Sport Psychology Network (TBSPN) at ⁠www.teambelgium.be⁠ - Welfare@olympic.be or Safeguarding: n.vanrossem@olympic.be Reporting Integrity: - For sports federations - API (Aanspreekpunt Integriteit) - Flemish contact point for transgressive behaviour - For French-speaking sports federations - Référant(e) Ethique General numbers: - Emergency danger: 112/101 - Anonymous call: ⁠www.tele-onthaal.be⁠ - 106 or via chat - Suicide: ⁠www.zelfmoord1813.be⁠ - 1813 or chat - Addictions: ⁠www.druglijn.be⁠ - 078 15 10 20

Mental health strategies towards the Olympics

In our fifth episode, pro sailor Emma Plasschaert talks about finding balance in life, dealing with tough competition, and bouncing back from setbacks. She also explains why she won't quickly hop on a helicopter. Joining her is para-dressage rider Manon Claeys, who shares how she copes with stress and pressure, offering valuable advice for those struggling with their mental well-being. Sports psychologist Jan Dierens guides the conversation, providing scientific insights into techniques that can aid athletes in their mental resilience. Finally, we wrap up with a comprehensive guide on where to seek support and assistance if needed. Be sure to follow us to stay informed about the upcoming episodes.

Need help?

Reach out to a person close to you who you trust!

Team Belgium contact points: - sportpsychology@olympic.be or Team Belgium Sport Psychology Network (TBSPN) at ⁠www.teambelgium.be⁠ - Welfare@olympic.be or Safeguarding: n.vanrossem@olympic.be

Reporting Integrity: - For sports federations - API (Aanspreekpunt Integriteit) - Flemish contact point for transgressive behaviour - For French-speaking sports federations - Référant(e) Ethique

General numbers: - Emergency danger: 112/101 - Anonymous call: ⁠www.tele-onthaal.be⁠ - 106 or via chat - Suicide: ⁠www.zelfmoord1813.be⁠ - 1813 or chat - Addictions: ⁠www.druglijn.be⁠ - 078 15 10 20

This episode is in French. There will also be Dutch episodes available on our channel.

Today's topic: Olympic Challenges.

In this episode, we welcome 400m runner and icon Kevin Borlée. The Belgian Tornado qualified for the Olympic Games last week at the World Athletics Relays in the Bahamas. He is joined by judoka Jorre Verstraeten. His resume includes 2 Grand Slam gold medals and 3 European Championships bronze medals. They'll talk about how they mentally prepare for big tournaments and discuss how social media affects their sporting careers. The two will be joined by experienced swimming coach André Henveaux. Being the father of the talented swimmer Lucas Henveaux, he knows exactly what it takes to get athletes mentally ready for big tournaments.

Need help?

Reach out to a person close to you who you trust!

Team Belgium contact points:
- sportpsychology@olympic.be or Team Belgium Sport Psychology Network (TBSPN) at www.teambelgium.be
- Welfare@olympic.be or Safeguarding: n.vanrossem@olympic.be

Reporting Integrity:
- For sports federations - API (Aanspreekpunt Integriteit)
- Flemish contact point for transgressive behaviour
- For French-speaking sports federations - Référant(e) Ethique

General numbers:
- Emergency danger: 112/101
- Anonymous call: www.tele-onthaal.be - 106 or via chat
- Suicide: www.zelfmoord1813.be - 1813 or chat
- Addictions: www.druglijn.be - 078 15 10 20