038 Playing Professional Women's Rugby

Taz Bricknell is a professional rugby union player, playing in the Premier 15s for Worcester Warriors.  She plays in the back row and has also played for Gloucester-Hartpury and England Under 20’s. Today I’m joined by Taz Bricknell, a professional rugby player for Worcester Warrior where she talks about the challenges involved in playing professionally in a male-dominated sport.  We also discuss how COVID-19 has impacted her daily routines and her role as an ambassador in The Sports Business Club.   Key Learning Points: Taking a positive mindset towards negativity and using it as motivation. Don’t listen to what outsiders have to say, focus on yourself and your teammates. It’s natural that the Coronavirus has an impact on your motivation. Managing playing professional rugby yet working many hours too. Dealing with criticism on social media. The importance of exercise and social contact for your mental health. Connect with Taz Bricknell LinkedIn  Instagram The Sports Business Club Connect with David Charlton To book a call with David Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn Useful Podcast Episodes Nick Grantham: Essential Elements of Rest and Recovery (Ep 015) David Charlton: How the Mentally Tough Deal with Lockdown (Ep 025) Aly Dixon: Mental Toughness Lessons from a World Champion (033) Dr John Perry: Thrive, Don’t Just Survive 2021 (Ep 035)  Other Useful Resources All blogs and podcasts that support you during the coronavirus pandemic A well-being Menu to help your mental health