Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy's Pregame Meditation Key to Success

McCarthy, who led the Wolverines to a 2024 championship victory, hopes to inspire young athletes with his mindfulness practice.

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy has a pregame meditation routine that he credits for his success on the field, including leading the Wolverines to victory in the 2024 CFP National Championship game.
McCarthy meditates for about 10 minutes before every game and between 30 to 40 minutes each day in the morning.
He began the practice during his senior year of high school when he was feeling depressed and looking for ways to improve his mental health.
Meditation is becoming more common in football at the college and professional level, with some teams hiring directors of meditation training.
McCarthy hopes to promote the practice of meditation to others, especially young athletes who look up to him.