neurofeedbac k via the peak performance training: alpha protocol for a warrior mind
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neurofeedback via the
Peak Performance Training:
alpha protocol for a warrior mind
a warrior mind understands…
What is, is
What is, can only be known through experiencing
When ignorant, to intuit and sense what is; and to do nothing
Words hide truth that actions cannot
In fear, truth is ignored
People overcome by passion ignore logic and reason
Decisive action falters when fear of consequences sets in
With clarity and understanding, comes decisive, committed action
Committing to and taking action reveals then transforms what is
a warrior mind
means mental
readiness for brain and
body demands
flexibility
gracestyle
technique
strength
speed
Sequence of topics today
1. Peak Performance Training2. The warrior zone3. Neurofeedback4. The brain deconstructed5. Brainwaves6. Conclusion
peak performance training
• Can we “design” new training protocols to create the warrior mindset?
• Can we “bypass” old, weak brain performance states; and “install” new, powerful brain circuits?
• Can we “entrain” elements of a peak performance state, to live & train in the zone; then perform when required?
What, How, When to train?
What does “Mind Peak Performance Training” mean in the context of a warrior mind?
• Training the attention network to sustain focused attention• Training focus and alertness to meet heavy physical demand• Training to keep focus up while keeping arousal/stress down• Finding the best focus/arousal/attention balance for individuals• Identifying individual brain “states” that are optimal for specific skills
• Performing at peak levels consciously despite environmental stressors, noise and distractions.
• Learning to recognise your peak performance zone
PPT via Mental Toughness – Commitment, Confidence, Composure, Consistency & Concentration
Brain & Mind Self Awareness Check List
(T = True, F = False)
1. I am usually eager to perform. 2. I am free of anger, anxiety and stress when I face new challenges. 3. My pre-performance stress is not a problem. 4. My moods are not affected by my competitiveness and need to
excel. 5. I get enough sleep. 6. My work and life are in balance. 7. My ability to concentrate over extended periods is generally good. 8. I am happy improving my physical & mental performance one day
at a time.
(Each “True” answer scores 1 point. Scores of 6 or lower indicates you are probably not able to enter your PP zone)
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peak performance zone
Winning…
• Success occurs when an individual’s performance is high enough, within the individual’s performance range zone.
• Being at the top of your range should be the goal in training for peak performance.
• Winning is a side effect of peak performance within your zone.
• Increasing the “top of your range zone” happens over time as you continue peak performance training
The Peak Performance Zone
• The “Zone” involves a mental state, which includes motivation, attention, focus, centeredness, energized relaxation, and awareness. These are trained and balanced through neurofeedback
• Additional necessary factors include physical and mental health, appropriate rest, nutrition, relaxation, and freedom from distress
• Neurofeedback helps you to recognise when you are in the “Zone”
• Once the “Zone” is experienced you won’t forget it. Knowledge of it assists in organising yourself towards getting back into it
• Think of the “Zone” as a balanced mid-point of extremes. On one extreme is very low activation such as during sleepy-relaxation with low motivation, which leads to minimal performance. On the other extreme is extreme arousal, such as during excessive drive and stress, which impairs performance. Finding your balance point leads to the “Zone”
• The “Zone” is an activated, prepared, fully focused state of relaxed, energised, motivated consciousness, in which all other interfering issues disappear.
neurofeedback
Neurofeedback and what it does
Two Components:•methodology of operant conditioning which in a purposeful, systematic training, gives one control over one’s emotions and mind states, and the ability to get “into the performance zone”•equipment that monitors and measures the electrical activity of the brain and trains the brain to be readily available to life’s requirements
Why Neurofeedback Works(Operant Conditioning)
• Brain can change with assistance directed by rewards: for example - light, video, game points and sound
• Brain assists in finding best/better approach using the newly built brain pathways and networks
• Brain will remain in new state as it “feels better”
• Brain is continually used, maintaining “new skill”
“Hey, this is like I am disk-cleaning & defragmenting my brain”
THENNeurofeedback up to 5 years ago
NOW
the brain deconstructed
Why the technology works…the brain is accurately mapped!
THE potential CEO of the BRAIN…The Frontal Lobe
•makes choices & decisions•focuses & maintains attention on-task•controls emotions & impulses•maintains purpose
Are you connected to you brain?Are you THE CEO of it?
The Neurofeedbac
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brainwaves
BEFORE, Brain Output - Unstable
Alpha – Stressed and Unfocused
Beta – Erratic Attention and Stressed
High Beta – Excited, Irritable & Stressed
High Beta – Patient and powerful support for High Order Thinking
Alpha – Relaxed and Focused Creativity
Beta – Calm, Active problem solving
AFTER, Brain Output – Stable
Before & After Peak Performance Training
Activities that correspond to various brainwave states (should you choose not to train with neurofeedback):• Delta: get some deep, uninterrupted sleep
• Theta: sustain the period before falling asleep • Alpha: deep breathing (Yoga), connect to your body (Yoga
again)• SMR: play an individual sport such as squash, badminton• Low Beta: read a non-fiction book (Economist) attentively
(speed-read eye-movements), juggle• High Beta: hike in the dark…note your response to sudden
unknown sounds! Make yourself panic, obsess, get furious• Gamma: do puzzles, play mazes, memory games
conclusion
What are the warrior-life implications for Brain Peak Performance Training?
• Optimal performance in training develops through attention to detail & self-discipline, which should lead to a lot of enjoyable hard work
• The training process & growth gradually leads to the growth of your warrior personality
• Only your know how satisfied you are with your warrior development. Dissatisfaction, can lead to greater self- awareness if addressed, or if ignored lead to impaired performance
• Knowing about, and believing in yourself in relationship to your skill is very important.
• Self-acceptance supports satisfaction with powerful warrior performance in your zone
Organisations using Neurofeedback for Physical Peak Performance Training…
• US Special Forces and Navy Seals training• United States Olympic Training Center• Singapore Olympic Sports Council• Football clubs AC Milan, Real Madrid, Chelsea• Wingate Institute of Sports & Physical Education,
Israel• Australian Special Forces• All Formula 1 teams• West Point Military Academy• NASA astronaut training center
Expected outcomes:•personnel have the warrior mind-set, mental toughness•Able to consciously enter peak performance zones•Have total confidence, focus & concentration on skills execution in-performance
Our expertise & offerings:•training individuals to enter personal peak performance zones•helping individuals control performance anxiety and stress•achieving right attitude, winning before the game is played
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