Just as the goal of multi-dimensional strength training is to focus on integrating multiple joints of the body through fundamental movement patterns, the same can be said for how an individual thinks.The most successful athletes have a balance between the three dimensions of thinking (intrinsic-extrinsic-systemic) and can pull from each of these areas when needed. It is the athlete who pays little attention to one or two of these dimensions in their decision making process that struggles to reach their potential.
So if you want to maximize your potential, be sure to pull from all three dimensions of thinking! Just how can you do that? Well start by asking yourself the following questions:
- How does this make me feel? (intrinsic)
- What action do I need to take to accomplish this? What is it costing me by not taking action? (extrinsic)
- How well do I understand the rules/framework/boundries of this opportunity or situation? What is it costing me by not fullly understanding this structure? (systemic)
