Dr. Haley Perlus: The Mental Skills Every HYROX Athlete Needs

HYROX isn't just a physical challenge—it's a mental one too.This week, we're joined by performance psychologist Dr. Haley Perlus, who has spent decades helping Olympic athletes, professional sports teams and high performers build confidence, perform under pressure and unlock their full potential.In this episode, we dive into what separates athletes who perform when it matters most. From dealing with pre-race nerves and overcoming negative self-talk to building genuine confidence and using pressure to your advantage, Hayley shares practical strategies that every athlete can apply—whether you're chasing a World Championship or your first HYROX finish line.We also discuss:- Why confidence isn't something you have—it's something you build.- How to reframe pressure into an opportunity.- Managing race-day nerves and anxiety.- The power of visualisation and mental rehearsal.- Why failure is one of the greatest performance tools.- Creating routines that help you perform consistently.If you've ever doubted yourself before a race, struggled with confidence or wondered how the best athletes stay composed under pressure, this episode is packed with takeaways you'll use long after you've finished listening.Follow Dr Haley over on instagram : @drhaleyperlus If you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests! Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA for 15% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.