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Alan Longo - Performance Psychology
Downswing Program
Downswings hit everyone in poker, regardless of skill level. When they strike, they affect multiple areas:
  • Financial Pressure: Losses strain your bankroll and daily life. With a backer, growing makeup adds extra pressure.
  • Decision Making: Pressure changes how you play. You might force hands trying to recover losses, or play too cautiously. Either way, you stop making decisions based on strategy
  • Self-Confidence: You start doubting your skills and thinking "I'll keep losing no matter what." This makes it harder to trust your decisions
  • Emotional Regulation (Tilt): Simple situations trigger stronger reactions. You become more irritable and find it harder to stay calm during sessions
While downswings are inevitable in poker, what matters is how you handle them. Some players navigate these periods more effectively than others because they've developed robust strategies and mental tools. The key difference isn't the downswing itself - it's how prepared you are to handle the Performance Holdbacks that emerge:
  • Mental Holdbacks: Your ability to regulate emotions and maintain a strong mindset
  • Routine Holdbacks: Keeping effective study habits during tough periods
  • Strategic Holdbacks: Having a clear plan for managing downswings
In the Downswing Program, our first step is classifying what type of downswing you're experiencing. After identifying the specific challenges, we develop a focused plan to build your performance in the areas where Performance Holdbacks are affecting you most. The goal isn't just to help you through your current downswing - it's to help you build a personal strategy that you can use independently during future challenging periods.
Downswing Classification
A crucial element of the program is the accurate classification of downswings into three distinct categories:

1

Performance Downswing

2

Variance Downswing

3

Mindset Downswing
Next Steps
Our journey begins with a free 30-minute discovery call to:
  • Understand your specific downswing situation
  • Classify the type of downswing you're experiencing
  • Answer your questions about the program
  • Discuss how we can work together
If we're a good fit, the program structure includes:
  1. Initial Evaluation Session (90 minutes)
  • Comprehensive downswing analysis
  • Clear classification of downswing type(s)
  • Development of recovery strategy
  • Creation of action plan
  1. Weekly Development Sessions (45 minutes + 15-minute buffer)
  • Implementation of recovery strategies
  • Adjustment of approach as needed
  • Support for emerging challenges
  • Progress monitoring
Alan Longo - Performance Psychology
Testimonials
Anton Wigg
Professional Poker Player
"Alan has been a game-changer for my career and well-being. Working with him I've improved my relationship with myself and others. I'm grateful and proud to have him in my corner and consider him a friend and an ally"
Ben Heath
Professional Poker Player
Alan has improved my performance on and off the table. He worked with me to build a routine at home that works for me in order to make the most of my time and prioritize my most important work. The most valuable part I've found is that he helps me plan each individual trip so I have morning/day/evening routines for days I'm playing which help me stay focused and in a good mindset throughout these tiring stops so I can perform at my best consistently. Alan has been incredibly helpful and is great to work with, I'd highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their performance in poker.
Gabriel Moura
Professional Poker Player
One of the most significant transformations in my journey has been the way I've structured my life outside of the tables. Alan has played a pivotal role in helping me optimize my routines to consistently deliver my best performance during the sessions. Together, we have meticulously crafted strategic plans to ensure that my work hours are spent in the most effective and efficient manner.
I always recommend Alan's work to all my friends who are serious about their careers.
Alan Longo - Performance Psychology
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