With all of the discussion around the Olympics, The Docs take a look at Simone Biles, the Twisties and the pressures of success.
The Olympic Games showcase athletes at peak physical performance. In order to perform physically, athletes also need to be mentally prepared for the stress of their sport. Gold Medal Gymnast Simone Biles shocked the nation when she withdrew from the team competition because of mental health reasons, citing "the Twisties" - a phenomenon where gymnasts lose control of their bodies as they spin through the air. Biles also cited the pressure to perform at these Olympics also took a toll on her mental health. The Docs discuss how expectations of greatness can affect our performance in unexpected ways.
Read more about the Twisties in this Washington Post Article
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