A unique study, designed well, shows how a group of elite soccer players performed at a higher level compared to those who did not receive mindfulness training (through MSPE).
Mindfulness helps athletes improve their attention, how they manage challenges, and better regulate their physiological arousal. It is not Eastern "woo-woo."
Consistent mindfulness practice helped an athlete achieve a PR. More importantly, he improved his scores in key psychological areas related to choking.