Want to know how to take the edge next time you’re in a pressure-packed hoops game? Reserve a John Wall Dance.
New research from Indiana University found that expressing your emotions during a sporting event gives you a psychological advantage.
The study of more than 500 athletes found most reported positive benefits from letting feelings come to surface.
“Displaying emotion can help people relax in situations where they are under a lot of stress“ says psychologist David Nias, MD.
Swearing at the referees is not recommended, though.
