How to STAY CALM & FOCUSED on the Court | Volleyball Breathing Techniques with Andrew Fuller

An optimal physical and mental state on the volleyball court is a key component of top performance. Andrew Fuller, Head Coach Beach Volleyball at Stanford University and NTDP Training Series Coach, shares tips for athletes to develop self-awareness of their physiological arousal level and ways to stay resilient during difficult plays. Fuller demonstrates several breathing exercises that can be used to help athletes focus and remain calm and attentive during game play. 0:00 Introduction — Andrew Fuller on breath work and mindset 1:10 Understanding states of arousal 2:40 Breathing to downregulate — calm and control 4:56 Breathing to upregulate — energy and focus 6:50 Box breathing for neutral balance 8:45 Connecting breathwork to awareness and mental toughness 10:30 Applying mindfulness during play 12:00 Athlete experiences — breath control in rallies 14:20 Visualization and feeling “mentally loose, physically tight” 14:55 Closing reflections and takeaways