The Economic Times

Psychology behind Norway's Haaland 'not tired mindset': Why Norwegian striker keeps telling himself 'I'm not tired' and science behind it

Erling Haaland uses a mental strategy to overcome physical exhaustion. His belief that I'm not tired aligns with scientific research on performance. Psychological models suggest the brain, not just muscles, dictates endurance limits. Elite athletes employ positive self-talk to push beyond perceived physical boundaries. This mindset shift allows individuals to perform beyond their perceived capabilities.