Training isn’t about perfection. It’s where we stretch, stumble, and grow. This post explores five science-backed reasons to challenge yourself in practice, and how to stay in the learning zone without snapping under pressure.

Sport science isn’t a method — it’s a mindset. In this post, I explore how a high-performance coaching model shaped my approach to training and why I believe it’s time to bring science and sport together for the dogs we love.

A reminder to ourselves and our dogs: start where you are, grow with care, and honour the process over the outcome.