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In this conversation, Dawn Grant and Matt Gay discuss various topics related to health, wellness, and the shooting sports industry. They explore Matt's journey from competitive shooting to his career in construction codes, the mental aspects of shooting, and the importance of training the mind for peak performance. The discussion also touches on the concept of 'Quiet Eye' training and how it can help shooters achieve a state of flow or 'the zone' during competitions. In this conversation, Dawn Grant discusses her journey into mental training, emphasizing the importance of integrating mental skills with athletic performance. She highlights the significance of focusing on the process rather than the outcome, the ongoing debate of nature versus nurture in performance, and the necessity of mindfulness and emotional management for peak performance. Dawn also shares insights on finding joy in the process of competition and the importance of a holistic approach to performance, which encompasses mental, physical, and emotional well-being. In this conversation, Matthew Gay and Dawn Grant explore the importance of mental performance in sports, particularly in clay shooting. They discuss how to optimize brain function for success, the significance of learning from mistakes, and the balance between ego and confidence. The conversation also touches on the role of hard work in achieving improvement and the goals of various shooting publications.
Matthew Gay
Outdoorpursuitsmedia.com
Clayshootingusa.com
Wingandclay.life
Email: [email protected]
Dawn Grant Links
https://dawngrant.com/
https://mindmastered.com/
https://ameliashotgunsports.com/
Free webinar here: https://dawngrant.com/pages/clay-shooters-mind-game-mastery
Takeaways
-Mental training is crucial for performance in shooting sports.
-Quiet Eye training helps improve focus and performance.
-Spatial intelligence plays a role in shooting accuracy.
-Overthinking can hinder performance in shooting.
-The subconscious mind can enhance shooting performance.
-A holistic approach considers all aspects of an athlete's life.
-Mistakes in shooting can provide valuable learning opportunities.
-Ego can be beneficial if guided by confidence.
-Consistent success requires managing one's ego.
-Hard work is essential for personal improvement in any field.
-Athletes often seek quick fixes instead of committing to the process.
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In this conversation, Dawn Grant and Matt Gay discuss various topics related to health, wellness, and the shooting sports industry. They explore Matt's journey from competitive shooting to his career in construction codes, the mental aspects of shooting, and the importance of training the mind for peak performance. The discussion also touches on the concept of 'Quiet Eye' training and how it can help shooters achieve a state of flow or 'the zone' during competitions. In this conversation, Dawn Grant discusses her journey into mental training, emphasizing the importance of integrating mental skills with athletic performance. She highlights the significance of focusing on the process rather than the outcome, the ongoing debate of nature versus nurture in performance, and the necessity of mindfulness and emotional management for peak performance. Dawn also shares insights on finding joy in the process of competition and the importance of a holistic approach to performance, which encompasses mental, physical, and emotional well-being. In this conversation, Matthew Gay and Dawn Grant explore the importance of mental performance in sports, particularly in clay shooting. They discuss how to optimize brain function for success, the significance of learning from mistakes, and the balance between ego and confidence. The conversation also touches on the role of hard work in achieving improvement and the goals of various shooting publications.
Matthew Gay
Outdoorpursuitsmedia.com
Clayshootingusa.com
Wingandclay.life
Email: [email protected]
Dawn Grant Links
https://dawngrant.com/
https://mindmastered.com/
https://ameliashotgunsports.com/
Free webinar here: https://dawngrant.com/pages/clay-shooters-mind-game-mastery
Takeaways
-Mental training is crucial for performance in shooting sports.
-Quiet Eye training helps improve focus and performance.
-Spatial intelligence plays a role in shooting accuracy.
-Overthinking can hinder performance in shooting.
-The subconscious mind can enhance shooting performance.
-A holistic approach considers all aspects of an athlete's life.
-Mistakes in shooting can provide valuable learning opportunities.
-Ego can be beneficial if guided by confidence.
-Consistent success requires managing one's ego.
-Hard work is essential for personal improvement in any field.
-Athletes often seek quick fixes instead of committing to the process.
Shotkam Discount Code Link: https://bit.ly/TheClayLab-ShotKam
Support the show
10% OFF ShotKam Coupon Code “TheClayLab”: https://bit.ly/TheClayLab-ShotKam
Visit Us at www.claylabusa.com for videos, podcasts, and articles about Sporting Clays.
Join as a Channel Member for early access to Videos & Podcasts and to support The Clay Lab
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