2024

Munktellträffen 2024 in Eskilstuna SWEDEN –> Victory

Although I competed in the Master’s, my score topped both the overall Mens’ and Womens’ Recurve classes. Eskilstuna SWEDEN 26.10.24 Masters Women Recurve Indoor –> 548 points (270 & 278) https://resultat.bagskytte.se/Event/Result/2024210
Höstträffen 2024 in Linköping –> First Results of the Indoor Season

The first competition of the season is always fun! You get to see how your training is going, what is working when you want it and what issues still need attention. Linköping, SWEDEN 05.10.24 Open Women’s Recurve Indoor –> 550 points (276 &274) Results: https://resultat.bagskytte.se/Event/Result/2024015
Peak Secrets from the New Science of Expertise by Anders Ericsson & Robert Pool (2016)

Known for the 10,000 hours rule, Ericsson has been a much revered scientist in the study of peak performance. My intro to him came via The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle – who happens to be quoted on the the dust jacket and is the author I refer to most regarding my training plans. Every…
Regional Championships 2024 –> Victory in Women’s Masters Recurve

This was my first championships since moving to Sweden. I had not done the Indoor in March or the Outdoor Nationals in July simply due to scheduling. This regional competition was actually postponed, so it was a little lucky to be able to do it at all. Motala, Östergötland 22.09.24 Master Women 50 meters –>…
Protecting Women in Sport

A timely debate which should have been settled long before today. As an athlete and coach, I will always advocate for safe sport. As a woman, I want women to be protected in all sports and I expect sport governance to do the same. We have seen that this does not happen.
No More Wanting… You Have to Make a Choice –> Either Say It Is a WISH or DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT

If you want to figure out your goals, then do NOT just think about what you want. Anything that your mind considers a WANT will stay in limbo land somewhere between a wish or something for which you take action. It is too easy to say that you want to do better at something. Take…
The Willpower Instinct –> How Self-Control Works, Why It Matters, and What You Can Do to Get More of It by Kelly McGonigal (2013)

Every time I read another pop psychology book I am even more grateful for not doing my Master’s degree. I am amazed at how much money, time and number of test subjects are aimed at ‘helping’ to understand our brains.
A Little Bit Today is OK

Long-term goals require persistence. Doing productive stuff when you actually do not feel like it is very challenging. Of course we all need breaks now and then, but when those days start adding up to be more than the days where you are actually making real progress then you need to be truthful with yourself.…
The Best Book Ever –> How to Find It

According to the gurus, the first step in creating the world you want, where you achieve success, wisdom and meaningful happiness, is finding that perfect book. It explains every detail about how to set up your day, identify struggles, provide solutions and how to complete the ultimate reward cycle. Best of all, it makes it…