Life is an ongoing sparring match with stress. The mental and physical implications of ignoring stress are massive. In this episode we dig into performance and chronic stress among student athletes and college students, highlighting the health (mental and physical) risks if ignored. We also explain the nature of stress, what cues to look for, and action steps listeners can apply immediately to better manage stress. Be sure to stick around after the episode - I’ll walk you through an easy exercise I often utilize with athletes/performers that can be used across a range of athletic, academic, and social experiences. Just be mindful to practice the skill. Other episode highlights include: How to effectively use stress energy. The impact of how we label physical cues. Building a personal warm-up. Simple, action steps to use daily. The importance of asking for help.