How to Mentally Prepare for a Track Meet | How to Deal with Pre Race Nerves

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  • In this video, I go over my three tips on how to better mentally prepare for a track meet. Hopefully, yall will find these tips helpful and decrease any pre race nerves, jitters, or anxiety you may have while competing at a meet.
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    0:00 - Intro
    0:27 - Tip #1
    1:37 - Tip #2
    2:26 - Tip #3
    5:19 - Bonus
    6:41 - Question of the Day
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  • @JessicaDudas
    @JessicaDudas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Awesome tips! I did track in high school and competed in triathlons most of my life and I was always nervous before my races! And I agree visualization was the best thing for me. We would do the course the day before the event to visualize each step! 🙏🏼 great advise!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Visualization is such a powerful focusing technique! It took my mental preparation to another level. Always good to hear the same from another runner as well 👍🏾

    • @Tc-rn8lh
      @Tc-rn8lh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Me too! I get so nervous that I shake and I have this feeling in my stomach that does not feel good when I get nervous! I’m joining track again whenever I am a sophomore and I’m joining marching band. And so my anxiety is going to drive me crazy!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aye I did marching band in high school too 🤙🏾 and it’s natural to be nervous. With practice you can learn how to deal with performance anxiety 👍🏾

  • @ryannelson7436
    @ryannelson7436 3 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    Literally got a track meet in two hours and it’s 37 degrees out. First one every as a freshman thanks for the tips.

  • @coastalbeaches7181
    @coastalbeaches7181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Have a track meet tomorrow and my pre-race jitters are already upon me 😬
    First meet as a freshman and somehow I got put in four events as well 😬

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Look up “flow state” here on TH-cam learning about “the zone” should help you balance your nerves and reach peak performance. And it’s natural to have those jitters so don’t be worried over it at all.

  • @jonnykrizewski2066
    @jonnykrizewski2066 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Loved the tip about mentally walking through your event, this is something I feel I struggle with is either overthinking at the time of the race or losing focus of my technique when the time comes. Definitely gonna try this one!

  • @jaydacharde4294
    @jaydacharde4294 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much Great Video!

  • @rlik49
    @rlik49 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I am listening for my grandson. I will send this to him.
    He is a Junior and has found out he is pretty good in track.
    Tomorrow is his first meet ever. This is a big help.!!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Happy to help! Best of luck to him tomorrow 🙌🏾

    • @rlik49
      @rlik49 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks..it was postponed.
      The had a parents meeting tonight on zoom..

  • @nimalannn
    @nimalannn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks man I really appreciate this video 👍🔥

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy to help 🙌🏾

  • @averysmith7004
    @averysmith7004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My last track meet I did super badly and I'm trying to get in a better mindset to do better and be confident for our track meet tomorrow

  • @Itz_Ewwajsj
    @Itz_Ewwajsj 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you!

  • @verisnicole4990
    @verisnicole4990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tips!! You’re the best! I shared this with my son. Thanks!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy to help 🤙🏾

  • @lucasschnatz1070
    @lucasschnatz1070 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    My first meet is tomorrow I’m running the 100 and 200 btw I’m a freshman in high school 😜

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Best of luck 👏🏾

    • @irenecaron3185
      @irenecaron3185 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      my third meet is tomorrow as a freshmen and im doing 100 and relay ur not alone

    • @ixceyyyonttv9953
      @ixceyyyonttv9953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

    • @mikismith3842
      @mikismith3842 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      SAME

    • @fettygwuap
      @fettygwuap 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      how did you do

  • @dndtldsellout3654
    @dndtldsellout3654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you for this message really needed it first track meet is tomorrow and I’m ready just still nervous and these tips should work especially walking in your lane thank you again

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      💯

  • @thomasonburkett8483
    @thomasonburkett8483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    First meet ever in 7th grade, coming off ankle injury running 400 mile relay and 800 relay

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice best of luck ✊🏾

    • @thomasonburkett8483
      @thomasonburkett8483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MJPTV won 800 relay and mile! Our team won the meet overall but I lost by .03 in the 400

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aye yes sir 🔥 We love to see it 🙌🏾

  • @xxdemigodtrellxx693
    @xxdemigodtrellxx693 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Got a track meet Thursday this my first time ever running track

  • @kalimontroy
    @kalimontroy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    i have my first meet tomorrow and im literally so nervous- this helps a lot thank you!!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy to help 👏🏾

    • @emmaforester1313
      @emmaforester1313 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have mine Friday I’m legit terrified

    • @kalimontroy
      @kalimontroy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@emmaforester1313omg good luck!!! ive had like 5 meets since that and the first one was definitely the like scariest and most nerve racking but once your abt to start your event its not as scary and awkward feeling than like hours or even minutes before!!! you’ll do great just dont over think it!

  • @CR-kv1fj
    @CR-kv1fj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’ve got leagues tomorrow and I’m running the 2 mile. Thanks this helps

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No problem happy to help 🙌🏾

  • @brodykrusemark5444
    @brodykrusemark5444 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Qualified for state as fresh man in the 100 on my first meet back from injury, way to nervous, only ran two meets so far in my high school career the first one I got the injury, went from nothing, to winning districts, to going to state. It’s all going to fast and I’m super nervous.

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just take I one day at a time and listen to your body. You know your body better than anyone else ever will. Make sure to to the proper recovery exercises and you’ll the back 100% healthy soon.

  • @stevannorman9562
    @stevannorman9562 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i have a track meet later on today this helped thanks

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy to help 👏🏾

  • @lauren2805
    @lauren2805 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    first track meet tomorrow, so happy i found this video, it helped so much!! any relay tips?

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Happy to help 🙌🏾 Just focus on the baton around for the 4x1 and running smart for the 4x4. Run the 4x4 like you would a 400m. Push hard the first 100m. Float on the backstretch and conserve energy but don’t slow down. Pick up foot speed at 200m to go. Slingshot off the curve with 120 to go and give the last 100m everything you have. Maintain your form abs stay relaxed. Best of luck 🔥

    • @lauren2805
      @lauren2805 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MJPTV very helpful, thank you so much!

  • @samlove3770
    @samlove3770 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a track meet in 3 days and I need to be calm, I really want to get a better performance than before.
    Last year, I was slacking at first, but improved within that season, but didn't get qualified for states

  • @Resto_revival
    @Resto_revival ปีที่แล้ว

    seventh grade and my first ever track meet in a couple of hours. i am doing high jump, 300 hurdles and mile

  • @cierapeace2693
    @cierapeace2693 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    God loves y’all

  • @samlove3770
    @samlove3770 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My coach said that it was good to be nervous, so u could be prepared for what is about to happen

  • @muhammadahlza6493
    @muhammadahlza6493 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My 1st ever meet in on Thursday I’m doing 100m 400m 4x4 relay I’ve never been this nervous in my life I feel like I’m out of my mind it feel like my life ain’t mine who can relate?

  • @orangechicken5111
    @orangechicken5111 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    i have my first ever track meet in two days and a pre meet tomorrow, thank you!!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy to help 🙌🏾

    • @acmusic916
      @acmusic916 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How’d did it go? And Btw I have my first meet this Saturday

    • @orangechicken5111
      @orangechicken5111 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@acmusic916 it went pretty well! i've had another meet since that and then one today and another one on thursday! wishing you luck at your meet!!!

  • @scottdavis2009
    @scottdavis2009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Real nervous for district on Friday had to watch this vid😂

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aye hopefully the tips helped 👏🏾

    • @scottdavis2009
      @scottdavis2009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sure did qualified for regionals 😤

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s what I like to hear 🔥🔥🔥

    • @angelamayer7425
      @angelamayer7425 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      haha i have district today and im so nervous

  • @jaelynnabrams5853
    @jaelynnabrams5853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a track meet tomorrow morning and a couple weeks after that nationals😃

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aye if you’re down here in Houston you might run into me 🤘🏾Best of luck 🔥

  • @AAhmad3449
    @AAhmad3449 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First college meet Saturday I’m pumped but nervous

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aye best of luck 🤞🏾

  • @sotairsoft1550
    @sotairsoft1550 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Got a meet in 11 hours thanks bro

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤙🏾

  • @yothatscharlie8726
    @yothatscharlie8726 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    biggest meet in ny beside the state meet on friday and im buggin out. ive been on big stages i went to nationals and state but for some reason im mad nervous

  • @AQuinn0630
    @AQuinn0630 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro I’m about to do a track meet right now and I’m excited but nervous

  • @cuteasduck7491
    @cuteasduck7491 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My first meet is tomorrow and I’m running a 4x2 relay the 3200 and the 200. Also I’m 11 and in middle school

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s a lot of events make sure you get the proper recovery in between events. Wishing you the best and make sure you have fun 🙌🏾

  • @improve8888
    @improve8888 ปีที่แล้ว

    yall i got my first indoor one tomorrow and i am so scared, will update!

  • @sally76677
    @sally76677 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    i have my first competition since covid in two days, i’ve never been so nervous. any tips for the 200m?

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Push out at the start, maintain and accelerate hard off the curve, then maintain quick hand and your running form all the way to the finish line. Just remember it’s fine to be nervous and find what works for you to be able to focus.

  • @_lesliemarquez8
    @_lesliemarquez8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tomorrow is my first track meet I’m running the mile and mile and a half and I’m very nervous

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How’d it go?!

  • @830Anthony
    @830Anthony 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I need help man my hearts racing just thinking about the meet and its tomorrow running 100 m and 200m

  • @abbycranston2466
    @abbycranston2466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have my first track meet tomorrow 🤪😰😁

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ayyye go out and have fun 😁Wishing you the best 🙌🏾

  • @christianthegoat4103
    @christianthegoat4103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    distance gang where y’all at

    • @speedygonzalez3.14
      @speedygonzalez3.14 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ayeee right here!!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You love to see it 🔥

  • @KokoFun-ti8mq
    @KokoFun-ti8mq 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Visualize wlak around the track and think about each step. Speak it

  • @speedygonzalez3.14
    @speedygonzalez3.14 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Heading off to meet in a hour!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Best of luck 🙌🏾

    • @speedygonzalez3.14
      @speedygonzalez3.14 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MJPTV Do you have any tips for the 1600? I lost my XC season cause of injury but been strengthening and now doing track and I really just want to lay it all out on the table!!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@speedygonzalez3.14 I know nothing about long distance training but I would definitely reach out and check out Run CCG on IG.
      They’re the best distance coach I know of and I’m sure they’ll be able to assist you.
      instagram.com/runccg?igshid=jryxspheq834

    • @scottdavis2009
      @scottdavis2009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For the 1600 don't go out to fast find out what your goal mile time is and get the splits for each lap 1st lap relax try to hit your split 2nd pick it up just a bit you will feel like you are going the same speed but your probably going slower 3rd pick it up even more this is the toughest lap and the last lap try to give it your all excpecially on that last 100m

    • @speedygonzalez3.14
      @speedygonzalez3.14 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@scottdavis2009 thank u soooo much for the advice!!! Have a great rest the day! God bless!

  • @akuotkuany3872
    @akuotkuany3872 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have my sectionals meet today and I'm so nervous

  • @Nextkej
    @Nextkej 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    wish me luck if i do good i might get ranked

  • @alifesaver9513
    @alifesaver9513 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    running a 800, 1500 and a 3200 for the first time tmr

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope it went well 👍🏾

  • @selenarussell6169
    @selenarussell6169 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My first track meet is on Wednesday I am so nervous. I am running a 4 by 2, 4 by 4, and an open 400. I am in the 6th grade.

    • @clairedavisson3788
      @clairedavisson3788 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      good luck!!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Make sure you have fun and enjoy it 🔥

  • @emma945
    @emma945 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I had my first ever meet last week and I am NOT that good at track honestly 😅 I’m just doing it for fun. I just tell myself the worst thing that could happen is I lose (7th grader btw)

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Whatever works for you 👍🏾

  • @akifakmal8218
    @akifakmal8218 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi

  • @UnravelingYourFuture
    @UnravelingYourFuture ปีที่แล้ว

    Yo this is my first non cross country meet so idk how to sign up or what to do

  • @killermothxd4085
    @killermothxd4085 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do track tournaments work like regionals I wanna writing about a car racing show it’s not the same thing but I need an idea

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So are you asking about the structure of a regional meet? If so they aren’t too different from a regular meet with only the top 2 finishers in every event making the state meet. Then who ever has the next fastest time outside of the automatic 8 qualifiers gets to go to state since the university of Texas track has 9 lanes. Regional meets are essentially the semifinals of the state meet since the state meet only has finals and no prelims. Hopefully this helps 😂

  • @Antoniachristo
    @Antoniachristo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My first meet is tomorrow I’m doing a 300m and I’m a sophomore. 😬

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Remember to stay relaxed as you run and have fun. And even if things don’t go the way you want use it as a learning experience. Make sure you record your race so you can break it down after. Best of luck 👍🏾

  • @blakesucks8494
    @blakesucks8494 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any advice for 800? My race in in 1 hr

  • @angelamayer7425
    @angelamayer7425 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I do aau track and field and today is district qualifiers, im so nervous, today in running the 1500 and tomorrow im running the 800

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      First off Eri is the GOAT most OP child in anime 😂 and just have fun and do your very best 🔥

    • @angelamayer7425
      @angelamayer7425 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MJPTV ah tysm! i ran today and got 4th which means im going to regionals, i didnt run the best time but im still happy, im excited to do the 800 tomorrow :D

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      On to the next 😤

    • @angelamayer7425
      @angelamayer7425 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@MJPTV 😁

    • @angelamayer7425
      @angelamayer7425 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MJPTV i just got home from the meet and i got 2nd in my heat for the 800 and 3rd overall, i also ran the 400 but i didnt qualify i got 22nd

  • @gavinbaker3341
    @gavinbaker3341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Am I the only one who doesn't get nervous till the start and you see what lane your in

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nah I’ve had plenty of races like that!

  • @delha9687
    @delha9687 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Got my first meet tomorrow and everyone expecting me to win my hurdle race, but man I don’t even wanna run I’m so nervous ☠️

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Your fear is what’s holding you back from experiencing growth. You’ll only move forward by going through this race. I doesn’t matter if win or fall on your face. You’ll be better tomorrow just by having experienced this.

    • @delha9687
      @delha9687 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@MJPTV appreciate it bro

  • @haydenniemi9287
    @haydenniemi9287 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m running my 200 today against 8th graders and I’m a 7th grader I’m running it bc the only kid who beat me is an 8th grader and I get to go against him today!!!

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Best of luck 🔥

    • @haydenniemi9287
      @haydenniemi9287 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MJPTV thanks man 2 of them beat me but I got a pr, it used to be 28.45 now I have a 27.60, I also am first in WA state for 7th grade 100 m hurdles

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aye you love to see it! Keep working hard and improving 💯

    • @haydenniemi9287
      @haydenniemi9287 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MJPTV thanks man I will!!

  • @juwanrigby1924
    @juwanrigby1924 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The real question is what do you eat the night before and the day of the meet? 🤔

  • @macleishroy8732
    @macleishroy8732 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bro what's ur 100m and 200m time

    • @MJPTV
      @MJPTV  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I never ran the 100m past middle school. But during practice in college I ran 10.7z
      And for the 200m my best legal time is 21.8 and wind aided is 21.6!