Class Dojo Olympics/Paralympics - Focus

What sport does David Boudia compete in?

• track and field

• gymnastics

• basketball

• diving

Is focus important to athletes?

• Yes

• No

What is focus?

• When you don't pay attention

• When you work hard to concentrate whether it is what you are doing in the moment, or setting goals and making good choices

• When you are distracted

• When you eat all the food at dinner and don't share

What might happen if you don't focus?

• You might never learn the skill being taught

• Nothing, everything will be fine every time

• You might learn every thing just because you are there

Why is it important to have "big picture focus" when striving for your goals?

• It is not important

• It is important to concentrate your energy on decisions and take actions that will get you closer to that goal.

• It is important to goof off and not pay attention, because reaching your goals doesn't matter anyway.

What did his coach always say to him?

• You can skip practice, it's okay

• Don't worry about focusing, it will turn out fine anyway

• Details make champions

• Making goals is not important

What does he do to prepare for stressful moments?

• Play video games to relax

• Watch TV to relax

• Eat lots of junk food to relax

• Asking himself, "What am I doing now that is going to get me to where I want to be?"

What is focus?

Why is focus important?

What is the difference between "in-the-moment" focus and "big-picture" focus?