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As an athlete, you know you must allow time for your body to rest and recover to improve. If you don't, you risk overtraining your body, excess fatigue, and injury. Your performance suffers and you may even stop enjoying your sport. But it's not only your body you need to take care of. Your brain needs to rest and recover too, because it runs everything and uses more energy than any other part of your body. How well you care for your brain every day can make or break you as an athlete. If your brain is fatigued and low on energy when you show up to train or compete, it can feel impossible to mentally push through and deliver the performance you know you can achieve. In The Brainy Athlete, you'll learn: Why your brain is central to your performance, wellbeing and success The performance benefits of prioritising your brain's rest and recovery To make healthier lifestyle choices every day for your brain Proven solutions for amateur, elite, and professional athletes How you can become a Brainy Athlete And much more Perfection is not your goal. Prioritising your brain to help you be the best athlete you can be is. It's time to invest in your brain now and become the Brainy Athlete you were meant to be!

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"'Gaz's insights and techniques have brought me in tune with my brain and where it needs to be to allow my best self to shine through on the field. Gaz's approach has undoubtedly helped shape the player I am today. This book will help you experience the best of yourself and your performances.' Maitlan Brown Professional Cricketer, NSW Breakers & Sydney Sixers, Australia 'The Brainy Athlete is like no book I have read before and delves into an area I know so many athletes lack awareness and true understanding of. Gaz communicates complex, evidence-based neuroscience in easy language and will get you rethinking your relationship with your brain in a powerful way. This is a book I will regularly utilise myself and recommend to all my athletes!' Dave Halpin Accredited Exercise Physiologist & Exercise Scientist, Ultraman & 7 x Ironman finisher, triathlon & running coach 'Success in my age group at the Ironman World Championships has not come easily and I have had many setbacks. I have sought coaching and guidance for my physical condition but I hadn't thought of my mental state or brain energy. This book really resonates with me and gave me a giggle, and your first brainy decision is to get this book to uncover the secrets to more purposeful and fulfilling sporting success.' Angela Ballerini 3 x Ironman World Championship triathlete, multiple age-group triathlon winner, busy corporate professional 'An athlete's brain is the most important tool they have. Gaz helps athletes understand their relationship with their brain and its power in giving them the best chance of success both on and off the racecourse.' James Thorp Former professional triathlete and head performance triathlon coach 'The Brainy Athlete is easy reading and thought-provoking. Gaz Mills inspires gentle shifts in our day-to-day training and living habits by generously sharing his own vulnerabilities, experiences and research towards a stronger and holistic approach to being your best self.' Vikki Fischer Mother, former elite athlete, senior executive and ACT Brumbies board member 'I cannot afford to ignore the brain's role in the mind-body connection, so having an easy-to-read, neuroscience-based book that focuses on becoming a ""Brainy Athlete"" is a fantastic resource. Gaz provides an excellent set of practical and effective brain-loving strategies that support peak athletic performance as well as the enjoyment of a dynamic, fulfilling life.' Dr Martin Fryer Nerve/muscle scientist, ultramarathon running legend and coach, Australian Ultrarunning Hall of Fame, 2023"

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GAZ MILLS simplifies brain science to create brainy athletes and leaders. His clients include professional athletes, passionate leaders, energetic entrepreneurs, and their teams. Gaz was a Prime Minister's bodyguard, specialist police trainer, and executive. He is an endurance athlete, Beyond Blue speaker, coffee snob, and survived a reality TV show filmed in Bali. Gaz lives in Canberra and Broulee with his wife.

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