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O2X Mental Performance Specialist and Director of Sports Performance at the Winter Park Competition Center, Stephanie Zavilla joins Glenn on the Field for the Season Finale to discuss how elite amateur athletes can prepare for combines, pro days, and high stakes evaluation events across football, basketball, and baseball. Stephanie breaks down what a structured combine prep program actually looks like, how position specific training and daily injury management keep athletes healthy and performing at their peak, and how progress is measured and adjusted throughout the process. She also addresses the mental performance side of combine prep, the daily habits, the 1% better model, and how athletes can manage the internal and external pressures of performing in high stakes evaluation environments where an entire career can come down to just a few days. 

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Breathing Coach and Yoga Therapist Julie Hill joins Glenn on the Field to discuss how breathwork can elevate athletic performance. Julie shares how breathing actually works in the body, why most athletes are doing it wrong without even knowing it, and how intentional breathwork directly impacts endurance, strength, accuracy, and recovery. She also discusses the difference between nasal and mouth breathing, why it matters more than athletes think, and how breathing mechanics connect to yoga and functional movement. Julie also shares how to strengthen the breathing muscles, the most common breathing issues athletes face, and the best breathing drills athletes can start using immediately — including addressing the age-old question of whether putting your hands on your knees when breathing is actually doing you any good.

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Physical Therapist and Founder of HEAL Wellness and Therapy, LLC, Trudy Messer rejoins Glenn on the Field to discuss how yoga can enhance sports performance for elite amateur athletes. Trudy breaks down how yoga improves athletic performance through mobility, strength, flexibility, balance, and recovery, and why it's quickly becoming a go-to training tool for serious competitors. She explains how yoga for athletes differs from traditional yoga, why improved range of motion leads to better stride efficiency and agility, and how adding yoga to a training program reduces muscle imbalances that often lead to overuse injuries. Trudy also discusses how consistent yoga practice improves power output, breathing efficiency, movement mechanics, and mental focus. She also shares how often athletes should incorporate yoga into their training routine and which poses deliver the most performance benefits for athletes competing on the field or court.

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Nanna Rivers, CEO of Own Your Energy and former NC State Wolfpack women's basketball player, joins Glenn on the Field for this edition of The Athletic Spotlight. Nanna shares her journey through the game as a collegiate athlete, European professional champion, Division I coach, and NCAA referee, offering a unique perspective from every level of competition. She discusses how those experiences revealed a gap in the game, where the physical is trained, but the mental and emotional side of performance is often overlooked. Nanna explains how mastering self-awareness helps athletes stay composed, control their reactions, and perform under pressure. She also shares how athletes can better manage their reactions in high pressure moments, control what they can in real time, and develop the consistency needed to perform at a high level. Nanna also discusses how applying these principles beyond the game helps athletes grow as leaders, teammates, and individuals. 

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Jevon McIver, Jr., Cornerback, for the TCU Horned Frogs, joins Glenn on the Field for the next installment of the Focused Driven Athlete: Athletic Spotlight. The Charlotte, NC native shares how starting his college career as a walk-on at Lenoir-Rhyne University led to him appearing in 10 games as a freshman, proving he could compete at the collegiate level. Jevon reflects on the decision to enter the transfer portal to elevate his opportunity at Austin Peay State University, making the jump from Division II to FCS before ultimately reaching the Power Four level. He opens up about what it took to earn a spot at TCU, adjusting to the speed and physicality of Big-12 football, and staying ready through every transition. Jevon also shares the mindset required to bet on yourself at every level and how consistency, patience, and performance helped him achieve his athletic goals while positioning him to compete at the highest level of professional football.

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Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and host of the All Mental Podcast for Athletes, Charles Armstrong-Hicks rejoins Glenn on the Field to discuss strategies for overcoming fear and self-doubt in athletes. Charles discusses the root causes of self-doubt, the three ways fear and self-doubt tend to show up, and strategies athletes can use to overcome them. He explains fear-based decision making, why the word “but” is often closely aligned with doubt and fear, and how putting “but” into the proper context can help athletes push through hesitation and uncertainty. Charles also shares practical ways to work through and move forward from your worries, fears, and doubts and he discusses strategies to banish fear from your life, how to reclaim your power over fear, what it means to “Train the Brave,” and the steps needed to build your courage muscle. 

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Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Katie Hardie, joins Glenn on the Field to discuss the crucial role proper nutrition plays in an athlete’s performance and overall health.  Katie talks about why sports nutrition matters, how the body uses nutrients to fuel performance and recovery, the common myths behind sports nutrition, and the types of foods that build strength, increase stamina, and support muscle repair. She explains why not all proteins are created equal, what may be happening if you’re putting in work and not seeing results, and how to properly fuel your body on game day. Katie also shares how to determine if you’re undereating, the most effective athletic supplements, the best gameday snacks, key nutritional differences between female and male athletes, and why proper hydration is non-negotiable for elite performance. 

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Life Mastery Consultant, Dr. Tonie Restrepo, joins Glenn on the Field to discuss how amateur athletes can manifest athletic success by aligning their thoughts, beliefs, and actions. Tonie shares the science behind manifestation and explains how athletes can overcome negative self-talk, shift their mindset, and set the right kind of attention to bring their goals to life. She unpacks the power of belief, positive thinking, and the law of attraction, while emphasizing why action-oriented goal setting is the bridge between desire and reality. Tonie also shares common manifestation techniques, including the 777 rule and why using the words, “I AM..” behind affirmations can immediately strengthen confidence, sharpen focus, and turn aspirations into real-world results on- and off-the-field or court. 

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Former NBA/WNBA Executive and Motivational Speaker, Tru Pettigrew, joins Glenn on the Field to share how amateur athletes can tap into their greatness and build the best version of themselves for the future. Tru shares insights on how to overcome the enemy within, lean into discomfort as a pathway for growth, and move beyond complacency and mediocrity. He discusses the importance of dreaming big, living with intention, and building a legacy that extends beyond wins and stats. Tru also shares how to overcome frustration, gain clarity, and uncover untapped off-the-field and court talent. He also explains why the way people experience you matters, how purpose-driven habits shape long-term success, and why personal development is just as important as athletic development in closing the gap between “I want to” and “I did it.” 

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Kicking off the new year is Brand Strategist, Thought Leader, and Entrepreneur, Amanda Sabreah, who joins Glenn on the Field to discuss why athletic talent alone is not enough when it comes to building a strong personal brand and achieve success. Amanda shares the most common ways athletes misposition themselves, including being inauthentic, oversaturating social media, and failing to understand their true market value. She explains why modern sports demand more than performance, why stats and skills do not automatically lead to off-the-field or court success, and how athletes must stand out in a crowded marketplace. Amanda also breaks down brand sequencing strategies to increase visibility and secure endorsements, and how missequencing can lead to reputational damage, financial loss, consumer distrust, and an inconsistent narrative. She also discusses the difference between rebranding and repositioning, and how athletes can break free from the box fans often place them in before their full story is told.

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