Skateboarding is a blend of tension and relaxation, but tension often takes over and negatively affects how we skate. The best skaters in the world know when and how to be powerful (tension) AND they know when to relax. In this podcast/video I go over what tension is, how it kicks off, and what you can do to reduce it.🔥APPLY FOR SKATE COACHING HEREhttps://www.thedailypush.com/skate-performance-coaching

Any skater’s biggest fear is often not being able to skate, and as a result injuries can easily throw us into a real negative state. In this video I drop 4 different methods to handle the mental side of injuries. Yes, injuries and time off from skating is challenging, but there are certain techniques and methods that can make it more manageable. Even flipping it into something positive.These are some techniques that have helped me and some I use with the skaters I coach.APPLY FOR SKATE COACHING HERE:https://www.thedailypush.com/skate-performance-coaching

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In this 2025 interview with Christiana Means, we cover everything from getting through the darkness of injuries and tough times, to her role coaching the Chinese Olympic team. From taking advantage of the energy of the present moment to do well in competitions, to the power of your mind to unlock healing. Along with the different things she does off her board to build resilience and stay on point.

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The Daily Push: Helping skateboarders progress faster & reduce injuries, so they feel good on their boards for as long as possible.

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