Formula One championship leader Lewis Hamilton may be the man driving the McLaren car to victory, but it’s a New Zealander who has orchestrated that success through Hamilton’s brain.
Auckland-born neuroscientist Dr Kerry Spackman has been working with Hamilton since 2004.
Based in London, Spackman provides a programme for the world’s elite athletes which goes further than […]

WHEN Padraig Harrington won the Open Golf Championship at Carnoustie last summer, he instantly gave the credit to his psychologist.
Liverpool striker Fernando Torres is another who puts his success down to positive mental attitude as much as God-given talent.
Jonny Wilkinson would never contemplate approaching a penalty without his now familiar, two-handed pre-kick routine.
Psychology plays as […]

Imagery involves mentally rehearsing aspects of your performance. It allows you to practice in your mind before you perform, and to see yourself perform at your best. The skilled use of imagery helps you clear your mind of distractions, think positively about what you are going to do, and be fully prepared for your game.
Some […]