What separates the good from the great in sport isn’t just talent or physical conditioning—it’s the mind. In India, sport psychology has long been misunderstood, often seen as therapy for the struggling or something only for the mentally weak. But it’s time to change that story.
Think. Train. Thrive. is a powerful guide that reimagines mental training as a tool for high performance—on par with physical conditioning, nutrition, and technical preparation. Through real stories from Indian athletes, practical tools, mindset rituals, and behind-the-scenes insights from elite sport, it makes the case for training the mind like a muscle.
This book is for everyone—from Olympic athletes chasing the podium to young athletes just starting out. Whether you're competing at the highest level, climbing the national ranks, or simply looking to build mental resilience, this book will help you:
- Understand how mindset shapes performance.
- Train confidence, focus, and emotional control.
- Use mental routines to stay consistent under pressure.
- Embrace mental periodisation as part of your training calendar.
- Break free from stigma and start using sport psychology as a strength.
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Maithili Bhuptani
Maithili Bhuptani is a dedicated sports psychologist from India who lives and breathes sport. A former state-level basketball player and judo athlete, sport has shaped not just her career, but her values, identity, and way of life. The discipline, resilience, and focus she once practiced on the mat and court now form the foundation of her work with athletes across the country.
With over six years of experience working with India’s top performers in athletics, boxing, cricket, weightlifting, skiing, table tennis, and many more sports. Maithili has been at the forefront of integrating mental skills training into the Indian high-performance system. She has supported national teams at the Olympics, World Championships, Asian Games, and beyond, while also helping young athletes build the mindset to thrive.
For Maithili, sport is more than competition—it’s a mindset, a way to grow, and a lens through which she views life. This book brings together everything she’s learned on the field, in locker rooms, and in one-on-one sessions, to spark a new conversation about how India trains the mind.
Because performance isn’t just physical. And the mind is not just for managing struggle—it’s built for winning.
