Dr Jo Lukins spends her day inside the heads of individuals, teams and organisations – seeking to understand what makes them tick and assisting them to reach their potential. A psychological Indiana Jones, she describes it as a truly fascinating career that she is grateful for every day.
With a PhD in Psychology, over 30 years' experience, and a breadth of knowledge in the sport, organisational and educational domains. She delivers programs in resilience and expert performance for the Australian Defence Force. Dr Lukins has worked with elite athletes and outstanding professionals throughout her career, giving her a unique insight into the world of success. She has been acknowledged as an expert in her field, being awarded an Outstanding Alumni by James Cook University for her achievements. Dr Lukins is sought after as a presenter, interventionist and for her expertise in the media space. Her book The Elite was published in June 2019. With great success, the book has been awarded as an Amazon Best Seller. Her second book, In the Grandstands was published in October 2020 and sits alongside those navigating the highs and lows of teenage sport. With readers wanting greater understanding of the foundations of high performance, Dr Jo published The Gameplan in 2022. Now fully caught by the writing ‘bug’ there are two more books in the pipeline, one on refereeing and one explaining sport psychology.
Knowing that she has made a difference in the lives of others is the ‘why’ of her work and the most satisfying element of her career.
Almost all children take part in sports, or physical activities as they are growing up. Whether at school or during their leisure time, playing sport is something that most children enjoy, and many will eagerly wait all week for. This is great news because the importance of sport in young children has never been clearer with the obesity crisis that we are now facing. However, it is not only the physical benefits of sports that are important. Playing sport, interacting with others, and being part of a team enables people to develop numerous skills. These skills are essential skills that are important throughout our lives.
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