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Think. Train. Thrive. is a book that challenges the way India has traditionally understood sport psychology. This book introduces a bold new perspective: mental skills training is not a luxury – it is a performance essential.
The book offers an insightful and practical exploration of how the mind influences performance – and how training can unlock new levels of consistency, confidence and competitive edge.
With over six years of experience working with India’s top athletes in athletics, boxing, skiing, and table tennis, Maithili has been part of journeys to the Olympics, Asian Games, World Championships, and national camps.
She brings together those experiences, along with real-life case studies, powerful routines, and daily tools, to help athletes and coaches integrate mental conditioning into their everyday practice.
Think. Train. Thrive is written for everyone – from athletes preparing for the biggest stages in the world to young players just starting out, and even for coaches, parents, and professionals working in the Indian sporting system.
Maithili has divided the book into two parts to look at cultural and systematic stigma covering questions such as Why is the mind still treated as an afterthought?, Why do federations hesitate to include sport psychologists in coaching set ups? And What are we missing by not treating mental training as seriously as physical training?.
The second part shifts into action. It introduces the concept of the “Mind Gym”, a space where mental skills like focus, self-talk, visualisation, reset routines and emotional control are trained regularly just like strength or stamina.
Maithili explains how to use tools like mental periodisation, confidence anchors, race-day routines, and breathing techniques in a structured, accessible way.
What emerges is a compelling vision: a new era of Indian sport where training the mind is normalized, respected and prioritised. Where athletes build their mindset proactively, thrive under pressure, recover from failure, and grow through challenges
Think. Train. Thrive. is a practical guide, a mindset manual, and a conversation starter for people who believe that “India is ready to elevate its game – not just physically, but mentally too”.
Check out Think. Train. Thrive.