Understanding Intense Pre-Meet Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Understanding Intense Pre-Meet Anxiety and Panic Attacks
By Dr. Alan Goldberg
How nervous do you get before your big meets? Are you the kind of swimmer whose butterflies seem to quickly multiply out of control as your best event approaches? Do you sometimes suffer from pre-race panic attacks that steal your confidence and sap your energy? Do you notice that your anxiety isn't just limited to the pool and racing, but often shows up in academic or social settings as well?
