In Part 2 of the ACE system, we move from theory to application. This article explores how Analysis, Choice and Execution should be trained, diagnosed, and protected under pressure so that technical performance becomes more reliable in real competition.
Tag: Anticipation
Inside the Runner’s Mind: Technical Breakdown with H. Lilleström
Technical execution is one of the key factors behind performance in orienteering. For both athletes and coaches, analysing execution in detail is essential to identify recurring patterns under competition pressure. Some of these patterns reflect solid routines that support performance. Others reveal habits that need adjustment. The better we understand them, the better we can … Continue reading Inside the Runner’s Mind: Technical Breakdown with H. Lilleström
Unleashing Your Potential: 🔍 Summarizing the series.
Following your helpful feedback, and with the aim of making the Unleashing Your Potential articles easier to explore, I’ve put together this clear and comprehensive overview. It’s designed to help you quickly find the topics that matter most to you and navigate the series with ease. The Unleashing Your Potential series offers runners, orienteers, coaches, … Continue reading Unleashing Your Potential: 🔍 Summarizing the series.
Proactive vs Reactive Map Reading in Orienteering: 🧠 Mastering the Mental Game
Physical fitness is only half the battle in the complex and beautiful sport of orienteering. The real game is played in the mind. At the heart of orienteering technique lies a critical distinction that separates elite performers from the rest: proactive versus reactive map reading. While both approaches have a role to play in modern … Continue reading Proactive vs Reactive Map Reading in Orienteering: 🧠 Mastering the Mental Game
The “ACE” system for Orienteering
In my time as a professional coach, I have been able to notice how a large number of orienteers (even at a high international level) have not internalized a structured system or method on how to do orienteering. Experience tells us that many of these athletes simply do orienteering "by feelings" without going through a … Continue reading The “ACE” system for Orienteering
Creating an anticipated mental image
Creating an anticipated mental image of the zone of control is often a good method for achieving a precise and fluid attack on the flag. However, we must be sure that we correctly understand the topological structure of the area, which can sometimes be quite complex. In the example, a control where many runners made … Continue reading Creating an anticipated mental image
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