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Our data library highlights findings from ongoing studies, assessments, and applied research. Each insight provides evidence-based knowledge for athletes, teams, and organizations.

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Refocusing Techniques
Refocusing Techniques

Refocusing Techniques

Our research states that just 11% of collegiate athletes use refocusing techniques when training or competing. That means nearly 9 out of 10 athletes admit they don’t have a consistent strategy to bring their attention back when it drifts. This is striking, because distraction is not a matter of if, but when. Research on attentional control theory (Eysenck et al., 2007) shows that anxiety and pressure naturally pull attention toward worries, outcomes, or mistakes. The athletes who succeed are not…

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Shifting Mindset
Shifting Mindset

Shifting Mindset

Our research states that just 9% of collegiate athletes are always able to shift their mindset when things aren’t going well. That means 91% struggle to reset when adversity hits - whether it’s a bad call, a losing stretch, or a poor personal performance. Instead of adapting, they stay stuck.…
Letting Go of Negative Thoughts
Letting Go of Negative Thoughts

Letting Go of Negative Thoughts

Our data reveals that just 9% of collegiate athletes can let go of unhelpful or negative thoughts when competing. That means more than 9 out of 10 athletes report getting stuck in rumination - replaying mistakes, second-guessing, or fighting their own thoughts instead of focusing on execution. Psychologists call this…
Controllables
Controllables

Controllables

Premier Mindset Institute research states that just 17% of collegiate athletes focus on the things they can control when competing and training. That means over 80% regularly allow their attention to drift toward things outside their control - opponents, referees, weather, or future outcomes. And when attention goes there, performance…
Presence
Presence

Presence

Premier Mindset Institute found that just 23% of collegiate athletes practice being in the present moment when competing and training. That means more than three out of four athletes admit their attention drifts from performance relevant data during the very moments when focus matters most. The ability to stay present…

Publications

We make our research and data insights visible through open access platforms— sharing summaries of key projects and findings from our work with athletes and organizations.

A conceptual model for mental health and performance of North American athletes: A mixed methods study

The demands of sport create psychological and physical challenges for athletes, making it essential to understand what factors contribute to mental health and performance optimization in sport. The purpose of this mixed-methods investigation was to develop a conceptual model for mental health and performance of North American athletes.

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Mental Health and Developmental Needs of Youth Athletes: A Mixed Methods Study

Despite the prevalence and benefits of extracurricular involvement in sports for youth, few scholars have conceptualized youth mental health and development within the context of sport environments. The aim of this investigation was to create a visual framework of actions, thoughts, and feelings that promote mental health and development for youth athletes.

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White Papers

AI in Mental Health and Performance: Promise, Pitfalls, and Practical Use

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in mental health and performance settings. While it can provide some value, AI has clear limitations to be aware of.
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The Performance Control Tower: How Your Brain Manages Focus Under Fire

tress is an unavoidable feature of high performance. Whether competing in elite sport, operating in high-risk professions, or navigating complex professional environments, individuals are frequently required to execute skills and make decisions under conditions of uncertainty, time pressure, and elevated consequences.
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Pros Use Refocusing Techniques Almost Twice as Often as Collegiate Athletes – Revealing a Clear Performance Differentiator and a Major Training Opportunity

According to recent Premier Mindset Institute studies on professional and collegiate athletes, professional and Olympic performers report “always” using refocusing techniques at roughly double the rate of collegiate athletes (23% vs. 11%).
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Focusing on the Controllables: What the Data Reveals About Performance Under Pressure

Recent data from the Premier Mindset Institute (PMI) revealed that only 32% of professional and Olympic athletes and 17% of collegiate athletes report consistently focusing on factors within their control when it matters most.
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