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Train Your Brain Like an Athlete

Train Your Brain Like an Athlete

Maya Raichoora

Mental Fitness Pioneer

You train your body - why not your brain? This video breaks down mental fitness into five simple areas. No fluff, just real strategies. Let's get to it!

You train your body - why not your brain? This video breaks down mental fitness into five simple areas. No fluff, just real strategies. Let's get to it!

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Train Your Brain Like an Athlete

6 mins 48 secs

Key learning objectives:

  • Identify why training your brain is important

  • Outline the 5 key areas of mental fitness and how to train your brain

Overview:

Training your body is important - but what about your mind? Mental fitness is the foundation for resilience, focus and long-term success. Maya Raichoora breaks it down into five key areas: consistency, mental cardio, diet, rest, and strength. Just like physical training, small, consistent efforts rewire your brain, making you sharper, stronger, and more adaptable. From curating the content you consume to prioritising rest and building resilience, Maya shares practical ways to train your mind every day. 

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Summary
Why is training your brain important? 

Just like physical fitness, mental fitness is key to reaching your potential, building resilience, and achieving your goals. High performers don't just rely on talent or hard work, they actively train their mindset. Strengthening your mind helps you think clearly, manage emotions better, and stay in control, even when life gets messy. Whether you want to go from good to great or just feel more balanced day to day, mental fitness is all about making small, consistent efforts that lead to big changes. 

What are the 5 key areas of mental fitness, and how can you train your brain? 

Consistency  
  • You wouldn't expect instant results from the gym, and the same goes for your brain. Mental fitness is all about showing up regularly 
  • Small, daily habits (like reading for 10 minutes, journaling, or practising mindfulness) add up over time. It's not about being extreme; it's about staying consistent  

Cardio  
  • If you don't use your brain, you'll lose mental sharpness. Keeping your mind engaged is like doing cardio for your brain  
  • Activities like puzzles, quizzes, journaling, or debating ideas challenge your thinking and keep your brain agile. Treat them like mental push-ups to stay alert and ready for anything 

Diet  
  • Your mental diet isn't just about food it's also about what you consume in terms of content, conversations, and media
  • Think about what you watch, listen to, and read. Are you feeding your brain with inspiration and learning, or negativity and drama? Curate your environment to nourish your mind

Rest  
  • Just like your body needs recovery after a workout, your brain needs downtime too  
  • Quality rest whether through sleep, meditation, or a digital detox helps your brain process emotions, organise thoughts, and boost creativity. Make time to switch off 

Weightlifting  
  • Building mental strength is about resilience and adaptability. The more you challenge yourself, the stronger your mindset becomes  
  • Your brain can rewire itself through neuroplasticity. Practising resilience and positive thinking helps you handle stress better and bounce back from setbacks  

How can you start improving your mental fitness today?  
  • Challenge your mental diet – Take five minutes to review the content you consume. Is it helping or draining you? Swap negativity for something more uplifting 
  • Train your brain – Add a small habit like journaling, meditation, or a puzzle into your day
  • Prioritise rest – Try disconnecting from screens at least 30 minutes before bed and see how it impacts your sleep and focus

The opinions and viewpoints expressed in this video are those of the creator and do not necessarily reflect the views of any affiliated organisations.

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Maya Raichoora

Maya Raichoora

Maya Raichoora is one of the UK's leading mental fitness and visualisation expert, on a mission to make mental fitness as common as physical fitness. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Remap Mental Fitness, she empowers professionals to achieve mental strength through visualisation. Diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at 15, Maya faced intense physical and emotional challenges. Visualisation transformed her life, and now she’s dedicated to teaching this powerful technique to others. An international speaker and coach, Maya hosts mental fitness events, coaches individuals, and collaborates with global brands. Her talks on mental fitness, mindset, and motivation inspire audiences worldwide. Join Maya in redefining mental wellness and harness the power of visualisation to transform your life.

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