The term "peaking" in sports describes the state of being in the best possible condition (physical, emotional and mental) at a specific time that an event or race is scheduled. Peaking is not easy to do, and it requires a lot of experience and planning, but there are things that can make hitting your peak at the right time much more likely.

Athlete Training Tips - How to Get Race-Ready:

• How to Achieve a Personal Best
• 10 Things to Do Before a Race
• Marathon Walking Race Day Preparation
• Dealing with Performance Anxiety and Pre-Race Jitters
• The Pre-Race Meal
• Maximize Performance Through Resting - The Taper

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• Multi-Sport Athletes
• Runners
• Cyclists
• Golfers
• The Injury-Prone Athlete
• The Informed Athlete (Book Picks)
• The Over-Trained Athlete
• The Traveler
• The Stable Athlete (Balance Equipment)
• The-Abs-of-Steel Athlete

One thing that is agreed upon is that sleep deprivation can hinder sports performance.

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