Sports Psychology Coaching
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- 13. Nov. 2026
Über den Podcast
The Sports Psychology Coaching Podcast by Eli Straw is a mental training podcast for athletes, competitors, coaches, and performers who want to improve confidence, focus, and performance under pressure. This podcast teaches practical sports psychology strategies to help athletes overcome fear of failure, performance anxiety, overthinking, and loss of confidence after mistakes so they can trust their training and compete freely.
Each episode covers key mental performance topics, including:
• Sports psychology and mental training for athletes
• How to build confidence in sports
• Overcoming performance anxiety and pressure
• Trusting your training and competing without fear
• Focus, composure, and mental toughness in competition
• Letting go of overthinking and perfectionism
• Visualization, mindfulness, and present-moment performance
• How to perform consistently in games, races, and competitions
Hosted by mental performance coach Eli Straw, this podcast provides simple, practical mental game coaching used with athletes from youth to elite levels. Learn how to stop playing scared, compete with freedom, and unlock your true performance.
If you’re an athlete, parent, or coach looking for sports psychology tips, mental toughness training, and performance mindset strategies, this podcast will help you build the mental skills needed to perform at your best when it matters most.
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist.
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How to Stop Freezing up During Games
Freezing up during games can leave athletes overthinking, hesitating, and struggling to perform as freely as they do in practice. In this episode, I explain why this happens and how to prepare your mindset to …
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Freezing up during games can leave athletes overthinking, hesitating, and struggling to perform as freely as they do in practice. In this episode, I explain why this happens and how to prepare your mindset to trust your skills, commit to your decisions, and play with more freedom.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them overcome performance anxiety, fear of failure, overthinking, low confidence, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you'll learn about two common patterns of freezing: overcontrol and overthinking, and hesitation. I'll explain how fear, doubt, anxiety, and perfectionism can contribute to both, along with the mindset shifts that help you trust your training and make committed decisions without needing certainty.
I'll also cover how to prepare before games by accepting mistakes and setting simple, controllable goals, so you can stay present and trust your athleticism when it's time to compete.
Not quite ready for 1-on-1 coaching? Learn more about my two self-paced online courses.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
📖 Read my article on freezing up during games: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/fear-of-failure-in-sports/why-do-i-freeze-up-during-my-performances/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:20 Overcontrol & Overthinking
6:38 Hesitation due to indecision
15:11 Mindset shift to help with overcontrol & overthinking
18:25 Mindset shift to help with hesitation
21:55 Shared mindset shifts to make
29:33 1-1 Mental performance coaching to help stop freezing during games
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Mentally Prepare for a Game
Mental preparation helps athletes get into the right mindset, manage nerves, and feel ready to compete. In this episode, I explain how to mentally prepare for a game, with strategies you can use throughout the …
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Mental preparation helps athletes get into the right mindset, manage nerves, and feel ready to compete. In this episode, I explain how to mentally prepare for a game, with strategies you can use throughout the week and on game day to compete with more confidence, focus, and freedom.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
In this episode, you'll learn what mental preparation is, how to identify the mindset that helps you perform your best, and how to use mental training throughout the week to build that mindset.
Not quite ready for 1-1 coaching? Learn more about my two self-paced online courses.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
8 Principles of a Strong Mental Game
Work with me!🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with …
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Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
Mental Training for Athletes: How to Build a Stronger Mental Game
Mental training for athletes helps you build confidence, sharpen focus, manage pressure, and develop the mental toughness to perform at your best. In this episode, I explain how to train your mind as an …
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Mental training for athletes helps you build confidence, sharpen focus, manage pressure, and develop the mental toughness to perform at your best. In this episode, I explain how to train your mind as an athlete, strengthen your mental skills, and use practical mental training exercises to improve your performance.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them overcome performance anxiety, fear of failure, overthinking, low confidence, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you'll learn what mental training is, why it's important for athletes, and how to identify the mental skills you need to strengthen. I'll explain the difference between mental game challenges, mental skills, and mental training tools, along with why mental training should be both proactive and personalized.
I'll also walk you through four mental training exercises I use with athletes—self-talk, visualization, mindfulness, and performance objectives. You'll learn how to use these exercises to build confidence, improve focus, manage your thoughts, respond better to mistakes, and develop a simple mental training routine you can practice consistently.
Not quite ready for 1-on-1 coaching? Learn more about my two self-paced online courses.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro: What Is Mental Training for Athletes?
0:49 Mental Challenges, Mental Skills, and Mental Training Tools
8:02 Why Mental Training Matters for Athletes
13:42 Reactive vs. Proactive Mental Training
16:14 How to Train Your Mind as an Athlete
26:22 Four Mental Training Exercises for Athletes
32:10 Other Mental Training Tools
33:30 Building a Mental Training Routine
38:12 One-on-One Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes
📖 Read my complete guide to Mental Training for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/athlete-mental-toughness/athlete-mental-training-guide/
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Stop Overthinking During Games
Overthinking during games can cause athletes to hesitate, second-guess decisions, question their mechanics, and struggle to perform as well as they do in practice. In this episode, I explain how to stop …
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Overthinking during games can cause athletes to hesitate, second-guess decisions, question their mechanics, and struggle to perform as well as they do in practice. In this episode, I explain how to stop overthinking during games, trust your skills, and compete with more confidence and freedom.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
In this episode, you'll learn what overthinking looks like in sports, why athletes overthink during games, and how fear of mistakes, perfectionism, outcome-focused thinking, and a lack of trust can lead to hesitation, tension, and underperforming.
I'll also explain the difference between a training mindset and a performing mindset, plus three practical strategies to stop overthinking: simplify your thoughts, use count breathing to calm your mind, and develop a simple in-game reset routine. You'll also learn how to trust yourself, commit to your decisions, and let your natural skills take over during competition.
Not quite ready for 1-1 coaching? Learn more about my two self-paced online courses.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:28 What Overthinking Looks Like in Sports
6:41 Why Athletes Overthink During Games
12:58 How Overthinking Causes You to Underperform
16:32 Stop Overthinking During Games
27:32 One-on-One Mental Performance Coaching📖 Read my complete guide to How to Stop Overthinking During Games: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/self-talk-for-sports/how-to-stop-overthinking-during-games/
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Overcome Perfectionism in Sports
Perfectionism in sports can make athletes feel like every mistake is a failure, pressure themselves to perform perfectly, and lose confidence and enjoyment in their sport. In this episode, I explain how to …
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Perfectionism in sports can make athletes feel like every mistake is a failure, pressure themselves to perform perfectly, and lose confidence and enjoyment in their sport. In this episode, I explain how to overcome perfectionism while keeping your ambition, high standards, and desire to improve.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them overcome perfectionism, performance anxiety, fear of failure, overthinking, low confidence, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you’ll learn what perfectionism looks like in sports, how to recognize it, and why hard work and ambition can sometimes turn into pressure to be perfect. I’ll also explain how perfectionism can create tension and hesitation, make one mistake affect the rest of your game, and take away confidence and joy.
Then I’ll walk you through ways to let go of perfectionism without lowering your standards: focus on improvement instead of perfect results, set controllable objectives, learn to accept mistakes, and evaluate your performances more objectively.
Not quite ready for 1-on-1 coaching? Learn more about my two self-paced online courses:
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:46 What Is Perfectionism in Sports?
2:53 Signs You’re a Perfectionist Athlete
7:11 Why Do Athletes Become Perfectionists?
11:40 How Perfectionism Hurts Athletic Performance
16:15 Why One Mistake Can Ruin the Rest of Your Game
18:50 How to Overcome Perfectionism in Sports
37:11 Mental Performance Coaching for Perfectionist Athletes📖 Read my complete guide to overcoming perfectionism in sports: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/perfectionism-in-sports/overcome-perfectionism-in-sports/
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Bounce Back From Mistakes in Sports
Mistakes in sports are inevitable, but how you respond to them can determine how well you perform for the rest of the game. In this episode, I explain how to bounce back from mistakes, regain your focus after a …
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Mistakes in sports are inevitable, but how you respond to them can determine how well you perform for the rest of the game. In this episode, I explain how to bounce back from mistakes, regain your focus after a bad play, and keep one mistake from turning into several.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them overcome performance anxiety, fear of failure, overthinking, low confidence, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you'll learn why it's so difficult to move on from mistakes, how negative self-talk and frustration create a snowball effect, and why dwelling on mistakes or trying too hard to make up for them can hurt your performance.
I'll also walk you through the three-step mental reset I teach athletes—Release, Refocus, and Recommit—to help you let go of the previous play, return your attention to the present moment, and fully commit to what's next. We'll also discuss how to learn from mistakes without overthinking them and build a stronger response that helps you bounce back quickly during competition.
Not quite ready for 1-1 coaching? Learn more about my two self-paced online courses.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro
1:39 Why one mistake snowballs into more mistakes
3:22 How your response to mistakes affects your performance
5:30 Why it's so hard to let go of mistakes
12:50 3-Step mental reset routine
20:15 How to learn from mistakes without dwelling on them
26:02 1-1 Mental performance coaching
📖 Read my complete guide to How to Bounce Back From Mistakes During Games: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/athlete-mental-training/how-to-stay-composed-after-mistakes-in-sports/Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
Why You Play Better in Practice Than Games (And How to Fix It)
Do you perform well in practice but struggle to play at the same level during games? Many athletes feel confident, relaxed, and free in practice, but once competition begins, they start overthinking, feeling …
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Do you perform well in practice but struggle to play at the same level during games? Many athletes feel confident, relaxed, and free in practice, but once competition begins, they start overthinking, feeling anxious, and worrying about mistakes. In this episode, I explain why you play better in practice than in games and how to build the mindset to perform with more confidence and consistency in competition.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them overcome performance anxiety, fear of failure, overthinking, low confidence, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you'll learn why practice and game performance often don't match, how pressure, sports performance anxiety, and fear of failure change how you think and play, and why focusing too much on outcomes can keep you from trusting your skills in games.
I'll also walk you through strategies to overcome the fear of mistakes, manage performance anxiety, shift your attention from outcomes to the process, and build a stronger performing mindset. We'll discuss how to practice this mindset during training so you can play with greater freedom, trust, and confidence when it matters most.
Not quite ready for 1-on-1 coaching? Learn more about the two self-paced online courses I have available.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
📖 Read my complete guide to Why You Perform Well in Practice But Not Games (And How to Fix This):
https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/mental-performance-coaching/why-you-perform-well-in-practice-but-not-games-and-how-to-fix-this/Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Stop Negative Self-Talk in Sports
Negative self-talk in sports can undermine athletes' confidence, lead to overthinking, fear mistakes, and make it hard to perform at their best during games. In this episode, I explain how self-talk …
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Negative self-talk in sports can undermine athletes' confidence, lead to overthinking, fear mistakes, and make it hard to perform at their best during games. In this episode, I explain how self-talk affects athletic performance, how to overcome negative self-talk, and how to develop more positive, productive thinking to compete with greater confidence.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them overcome performance anxiety, fear of failure, overthinking, low confidence, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you'll learn what self-talk is in sports, the difference between direct and indirect self-talk, how automatic thoughts develop, and how your thinking influences your confidence, focus, emotions, and performance through the thought-feeling-action cycle.
I'll also show you how to practice positive self-talk as an athlete, change negative thinking in the moment, and build a daily self-talk routine to boost confidence and improve your natural thought patterns.
We'll cover self-talk before, during, and after competition, including instructional self-talk, resetting after mistakes, and managing negative thoughts during games. I'll also explain common self-talk mistakes athletes should avoid, such as forcing positive thinking, using statements they don't believe, and overthinking during competition.
Not quite ready for 1-1 coaching? Learn more about my two self-paced online courses.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:44 What Is Self-Talk in Sports?
3:32 Automatic vs Deliberate Self-Talk
5:15 How Self-Talk Affects Athletic Performance
9:32 Understanding Negative Self-Talk in Athletes
13:12 Changing Negative Thinking During Games
22:50 Reframing Thinking
26:18 Using Self-Talk Before, During, and After Competition
28:48 Common Self-Talk Mistakes Athletes Should Avoid
32:08 One-On-One Mental Coaching to Improve Your Self-Talk
📖 Read my complete guide to Self-Talk in Sports: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/self-talk-for-sports/how-to-practice-positive-self-talk-as-an-athlete/Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Play Your Best Under Pressure in Sports
Pressure in sports can cause athletes to overthink, force outcomes, play scared, and struggle to perform freely when the moment matters most. In this episode, I explain how to perform under pressure in sports …
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Pressure in sports can cause athletes to overthink, force outcomes, play scared, and struggle to perform freely when the moment matters most. In this episode, I explain how to perform under pressure in sports, why some athletes choke, and how to play your best in big moments.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them overcome performance anxiety, fear of failure, overthinking, low confidence, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you'll learn what pressure in sports is, why some athletes choke under pressure, and how pressure can actually improve your performance when you respond the right way.
I'll also explain the key to performing your best under pressure, including how to keep things simple, focus on the process, stick to your routines, embrace pressure-filled moments, and use your breathing to stay composed. I’ll also cover how to handle the physical feelings of pressure and ways you can train for pressure before you need to perform under it.
Not quite ready for 1-1 coaching? Learn more about the two self-paced online courses I have available.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
3:11 What is Pressure in Sports?
6:15 Why Some Athletes Choke Under Pressure
11:10 How Pressure Can Improve Performance
14:04 The Key to Performing Under Pressure
28:52 How to Handle the Physical Feelings of Pressure
30:31 How to Train for Pressure
34:42 One-On-One Mental Coaching📖 Read my complete guide to Performing Under Pressure: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/focus-training-for-sports/how-to-perform-your-best-in-pressure-situations-during-games/
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Build Mental Toughness in Sports
Mental toughness in sports is the ability to stay confident, focused, composed, and in control when pressure, mistakes, frustration, and adversity challenge your mindset. In this episode, I explain how to build …
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Mental toughness in sports is the ability to stay confident, focused, composed, and in control when pressure, mistakes, frustration, and adversity challenge your mindset. In this episode, I explain how to build mental toughness in sports and develop the mental skills you need to compete with a stronger, more resilient mindset.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them build confidence, improve focus, respond better to mistakes, manage pressure, overcome performance anxiety and fear of failure, and develop greater control over their mindset during competition.
In this episode, you'll learn what mental toughness really means, what mental toughness looks like during competition, and the mental skills that help athletes stay mentally strong when games become difficult.
I'll break down the importance of controlling your thinking, building confidence and trust, staying focused on the present moment, managing emotions, and responding productively to mistakes and adversity.
I'll also walk you through practical mental toughness exercises you can use, including reframing negative thoughts, practicing mindfulness, evaluating performances productively, using performance objectives, and mental rehearsal.
Finally, I'll explain how to use these skills during games so you can recognize when your mentality starts to change, reset more quickly, and return to the mindset you want to compete with.
Not quite ready for 1-1 coaching? Learn more about the two self-paced online courses I have available.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
📖 Read my complete guide to Mental Toughness in Sports: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/athlete-mental-toughness/build-mental-toughness-in-sports/
Listen to the Podcast
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🎧 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1DkRcMhKcNDcw4SaiKyMaO?si=0b51f098625f4949
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:16 What is mental toughness in sports
3:50 What mental toughness looks like during competition
10:53 The mental skills that make a mentally tough athlete
21:16 Mental training tools to build mental toughness
28:00 Be more mentally tough during games
32:30 1-1 mental coaching to build mental toughness in sportsWork with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
Sports Performance Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Play Freely
Sports performance anxiety can cause athletes to overthink, tense up, fear mistakes, and struggle to perform as freely in games as they do in practice. In this episode, I explain how to overcome sports …
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Sports performance anxiety can cause athletes to overthink, tense up, fear mistakes, and struggle to perform as freely in games as they do in practice. In this episode, I explain how to overcome sports performance anxiety, manage nerves, and compete with more confidence and freedom.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them overcome performance anxiety, fear of failure, overthinking, low confidence, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you'll learn what sports performance anxiety is, why it happens, the physical and mental signs to look for, and how your thoughts, physical reactions, and behaviors can create an anxiety cycle.
I'll also walk you through the ABC strategy I use with athletes—Accept, Breathe, and Change Your Thinking—along with strategies for managing anxiety before games, building a stronger pregame routine, resetting during competition, responding to mistakes, and performing with more confidence under pressure.
Not quite ready for 1-1 coaching? Learn more about my two self-paced online courses I have available.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/📖 Read my complete guide to Sports Performance Anxiety: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/sports-performance-anxiety/what-is-sports-performance-anxiety/
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
Fear of Failure in Sports: How to Stop Playing Scared
Fear of failure in sports can make athletes play scared, hesitate, overthink mistakes, and hold themselves back in competition. In this episode, I explain how to overcome fear of failure in sports, stop playing …
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Fear of failure in sports can make athletes play scared, hesitate, overthink mistakes, and hold themselves back in competition. In this episode, I explain how to overcome fear of failure in sports, stop playing not to lose, and compete with more trust, confidence, and freedom.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/How to Build Confidence in Sports Video
I work one-on-one with athletes to help them overcome fear of failure, performance anxiety, overthinking, low confidence, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you'll learn what fear of failure in sports really is, why athletes fear making mistakes, and how fear of judgment, embarrassment, getting benched, disappointing others, or losing opportunities can make failure feel threatening.
I'll also explain how fear creates an avoidance mindset that causes athletes to play safely, hesitate, and focus more on preventing mistakes than performing well. Then, I'll walk you through strategies to build trust in your skills, gain the freedom to make mistakes, handle the consequences you fear, and shift your focus from avoiding failure to how you actually want to play.
You’ll also learn how to use process goals, improve the way you respond to mistakes, and use self-talk, visualization, and mindfulness to reduce fear and compete more freely.
Not quite ready for 1-1 coaching? Learn more about the two self-paced online courses I have available.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
📖 Read my complete guide to Fear of Failure in Sports: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/fear-of-failure-in-sports/overcome-fear-of-failure-in-sports/
Listen to the Podcast
If you want more in-depth mental training episodes like this:
🎧 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1DkRcMhKcNDcw4SaiKyMaO?si=0b51f098625f4949
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:50 What is fear of failure in sports?
7:16 What causes fear of failure in sports?
13:20 How fear of failure holds athletes back
19:35 4 tips to manage fear of failure in sports
36:30 1-1 mental performance coachingWork with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Build Confidence in Sports
Low confidence can cause athletes to doubt themselves, overthink during games, play tentatively, and struggle to trust the skills they know they have. In this episode, I explain how to build confidence in …
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Low confidence can cause athletes to doubt themselves, overthink during games, play tentatively, and struggle to trust the skills they know they have. In this episode, I explain how to build confidence in sports, overcome self-doubt, and develop the trust you need to compete more freely.
👉 Want help with your mental game? Learn more about my 1-on-1 Mental Performance Coaching: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
I work one-on-one with athletes to build confidence and overcome performance anxiety, fear of failure, overthinking, and other mental blocks that keep them from performing their best in competition.
In this episode, you'll learn what confidence actually means for athletes, the difference between confidence in your abilities and confidence in your ability to execute during games, and why confidence becomes fragile when it depends too heavily on results.
I'll also show you how to build stronger confidence using your preparation, strengths, past successes, and progress as confidence evidence. We’ll cover how to create your own confidence recipe, act confidently even when you don’t fully feel confident, rebuild confidence after a bad game, and handle self-doubt when it shows up during competition.
You’ll also learn how to prepare your mindset before games using self-talk, visualization, past successes, and controllable performance goals so you can stop waiting to feel confident and start proactively building confidence.
Not quite ready for 1-1 coaching? Learn more about the two self-paced online courses I have available.
👉 The Confident Competitor Academy: https://www.successstartswithin.com/confident-competitor-academy/
👉 The Mentally Tough Kid: https://www.successstartswithin.com/the-mentally-tough-kid/
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:15 Confidence in sports defined
4:35 Two types of confidence
7:52 Why confidence becomes so fragile for athletes
13:19 Build dependable confidence
16:28 Why physical preparation isn't enough
18:35 Building your confidence recipe
21:44 Creating confidence on game day
30:20 Regaining confidence after a bad game
33:09 1-1 mental performance coaching
📖 Read my article on How to Build Confidence in Sports: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/athlete-self-confidence/confidence-building-exercises-for-athletes/Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Stop Worrying About What Might Happen Next During Games
Do you constantly worry about the future when you play? Whether you worry about stats, what coach will do or think, what your opponent will do, or anything else, this kind of worry can keep you from playing …
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Do you constantly worry about the future when you play? Whether you worry about stats, what coach will do or think, what your opponent will do, or anything else, this kind of worry can keep you from playing your best. Learn an effective strategy to stop worrying so much about the future when you play.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How Fear of Failure Holds Athletes Back
Learn how fear of failure holds you back, and the shift you need to make in your thinking and in how you approach games to keep fear from destroying your game.Work with me!🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for …
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Learn how fear of failure holds you back, and the shift you need to make in your thinking and in how you approach games to keep fear from destroying your game.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
My Favoirte Strategy for Managing Sports Anxiety in the Moment
When anxiety takes over during games, you need a simple, repeatable strategy to apply. In this episode, I explain my favorite strategy I teach athletes to use to manage sports performance anxiety during …
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When anxiety takes over during games, you need a simple, repeatable strategy to apply. In this episode, I explain my favorite strategy I teach athletes to use to manage sports performance anxiety during games.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
Tip to Play More Freely & With Less Fear
Do you struggle to play freely during games? Does the fear of mistakes cause you to hold yourself back? A large part of that has to do with the confidence you have in your own ability to bounce back from …
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Do you struggle to play freely during games? Does the fear of mistakes cause you to hold yourself back? A large part of that has to do with the confidence you have in your own ability to bounce back from mistakes, along with your emotional reaction to mistakes once they happen. In this episode, I discuss a simple tip you can apply that can help you play more freely and with less fear during games.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Improve Focus in Sports
Do you struggle with focusing during games? Learn how you can improve your focus as an athlete to increase your ability to perform in the present moment and compete at your best!Work with me!🧠 1-1 Mental …
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Do you struggle with focusing during games? Learn how you can improve your focus as an athlete to increase your ability to perform in the present moment and compete at your best!
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Bounce Back from a Bad Game
The way you respond to a bad game can make or break your next game. Respond poorly, and you set yourself up to repeat the bad performance. In this episode, I share three tips you can apply to respond better and …
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The way you respond to a bad game can make or break your next game. Respond poorly, and you set yourself up to repeat the bad performance. In this episode, I share three tips you can apply to respond better and bounce back from a bad game.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Stop Getting in Your Head During Games
Do you get in your head when you compete, causing you to underperform? When athletes get in their own heads, they overthink, second-guess themselves, worry about results, and lose focus on the present moment …
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Do you get in your head when you compete, causing you to underperform? When athletes get in their own heads, they overthink, second-guess themselves, worry about results, and lose focus on the present moment. In this episode, I discuss how to stay more present, trust yourself, and stop getting in your head when you compete.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Stop Negative Thinking as an Athlete
Do you struggle with negative thinking as an athlete? Do you criticize yourself after games or doubt yourself before you compete? In this episode, I share a simple two-part process you can use to stop negative …
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Do you struggle with negative thinking as an athlete? Do you criticize yourself after games or doubt yourself before you compete? In this episode, I share a simple two-part process you can use to stop negative thinking, improve your self-talk, and develop a more confident mindset as an athlete.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Regain the Love for Your Sport
Have you lost the love for your sport? Athletes can lose their passion for many reasons, including fear of failure, sports performance anxiety, high expectations, pressure, and negative thinking. In this …
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Have you lost the love for your sport? Athletes can lose their passion for many reasons, including fear of failure, sports performance anxiety, high expectations, pressure, and negative thinking. In this episode, I share five practical tips to help you enjoy competing again, reconnect with why you started, and regain your love for your sport.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
4 Mental Training Techniques to Stay Calm Under Pressure
Mental training techniques can help you stay calm under pressure, control your thoughts, and perform your best when the game is on the line. In this episode, I share four of the most effective mental training …
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Mental training techniques can help you stay calm under pressure, control your thoughts, and perform your best when the game is on the line. In this episode, I share four of the most effective mental training techniques I teach to help them compete with more confidence in high-pressure situations.
If you're ready to stop letting pressure control your performance and want personalized help building your mental game, click the link below to learn more about my one-on-one mental performance coaching.Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
How to Help Your Athlete Stop Being Afraid to Make Mistakes
Fear of making mistakes in sports can cause athletes to play scared, hesitate, and lose confidence. In this episode, I explain why athletes become afraid of mistakes and share 4 practical ways you can help your …
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Fear of making mistakes in sports can cause athletes to play scared, hesitate, and lose confidence. In this episode, I explain why athletes become afraid of mistakes and share 4 practical ways you can help your athlete build confidence, respond better to mistakes, and compete more freely.
If your athlete struggles with fear of failure, perfectionism, or performance anxiety, this approach can make a huge difference. If you'd like my help working with your athlete one-on-one, click the link below to learn more.Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
5 Signs Your Athlete Is Playing With Fear of Failure
Fear of failure can cause athletes to play cautiously, overthink mistakes, and look completely different in games than they do in practice. In this episode, I explain how parents can recognize when their …
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Fear of failure can cause athletes to play cautiously, overthink mistakes, and look completely different in games than they do in practice. In this episode, I explain how parents can recognize when their athlete is playing with fear and help them compete with more freedom and confidence.
If fear of failure is holding your athlete back, click the link below to learn more about one-on-one mental performance coaching.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
Why Your Child Loses Confidence in Sports
Why does a child lose confidence in sports so quickly? If your athlete seems confident one week and full of self-doubt the next, there's usually a deeper reason. In this episode, I explain why confidence …
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Why does a child lose confidence in sports so quickly? If your athlete seems confident one week and full of self-doubt the next, there's usually a deeper reason. In this episode, I explain why confidence becomes so fragile in young athletes, what actually causes it to disappear after mistakes or bad games, and how parents can help build confidence that lasts.
If your child struggles with confidence in sports and you'd like personalized help, click the link below to learn more about my one-on-one mental performance coaching.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
10 Signs Your Mental Game Is Holding You Back in Sports
Your mental game may be holding you back even if you have the physical skills to succeed. In this episode, I explain 10 signs that the mental side of sports is hurting your confidence, consistency, and …
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Your mental game may be holding you back even if you have the physical skills to succeed. In this episode, I explain 10 signs that the mental side of sports is hurting your confidence, consistency, and performance in competition.
If you want help strengthening your mental game, click the link below to learn more about one-on-one mental performance coaching.Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
5 Mental Skills Every Athlete Should Practice
Most athletes spend hours training their body but very little time training their mind. If you want to become a more confident, focused, and consistent athlete, your mental game has to be developed just like …
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Most athletes spend hours training their body but very little time training their mind. If you want to become a more confident, focused, and consistent athlete, your mental game has to be developed just like your physical skills. In this episode, I share five mental skills every athlete should be practicing to perform better under pressure and compete with more confidence.
If you'd like to improve your mental game through one-on-one mental performance coaching, click the link below to learn more about working with me.
Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
5 tips to Be a More Consistent Athlete
Learning how to be a more consistent athlete does not mean expecting yourself to produce the exact same result every game. In this episode, I share five practical tips to help you become more consistent with …
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Learning how to be a more consistent athlete does not mean expecting yourself to produce the exact same result every game. In this episode, I share five practical tips to help you become more consistent with your preparation, your focus during competition, and the way you respond to mistakes so that one bad moment does not take over your performance.
If inconsistency, overthinking, or confidence swings are holding you back, click the link below to learn more about my one-on-one mental performance coaching.Work with me!
🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/
👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)
📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN
📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamY
Free Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make
*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.
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