Mental Performance Playbook

The Athletes Health Podcast episode 80, Deep Dive 35. We're talking about Hope! More specifically, the importance of maintaining hope and resilience in the face of setbacks. She shares five key strategies, each strategy is designed to help athletes and individuals navigate challenges and maintain a productive mental edge.

(00:00) The Challenge of Setbacks

(01:55) Tip 1: Turn Setbacks into Lessons

(04:10) Tip 2: Focus on What You Can Control

(08:01) Tip 3: The Power of Surrounding Uplifting Voices

(10:42) Tip 4: Create a Vision Bigger Than Today

(13:08) Tip 5: Lean Into Gratitude

(16:02) Summary

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The Athletes Health Podcast 78, FIRST IN STUDIO episode, conversation 45, with Coach Angie Knies. This in person episode talks about our goals with the podcast as a passion project to help people who would be like our old selves as we keep getting our businesses off the ground and tackle this game of athletics and life. We need feedback on these episodes and to have the word spread for anyone else who may want to come on, let me know through the contacts below!

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The Athletes Health episode 77, Deep Dive 34. In this episode, we explore the Delmore Effect, which emphasizes the importance of focusing on significant goals (big rocks) rather than getting bogged down by minor tasks (pebbles). The conversation provides practical tips for athletes and coaches to enhance mental performance by identifying priorities, managing distractions, and aligning small tasks with larger objectives. Key strategies include breaking down big goals into manageable steps and regularly reassessing priorities to maintain focus on what truly matters.

(00:00) Introduction to the Delmore Effect

(02:21) Tip 1: Know Your Big Rocks

(05:23) Tip 2: Don’t Sweat the Pebbles

(09:17) Tip 3: Small Things with Big Purpose

(12:34) Tip 4: Breaking Down Big Wins Into Small Steps

(15:11) Tip 5: Reassessing and Refocusing Regularly

(18:06) Summary

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The Athletes Health Podcast episode 76, conversation 44 with Walker Ferguson. Walker is a former college football player and co-founder of the Ascend Meditation app. Walker shares his journey from playing football at Wake Forest to creating a meditation app that uses AI to provide personalized meditations and sleep stories.

The conversation dives into the importance of the mental game in sports, the challenges of transitioning to college athletics, and the role of visualization in achieving success. Walker emphasizes the significance of having a strong support system and a solid foundation in faith to navigate life's challenges.

The episode concludes with insights on how the Ascend app can benefit athletes and anyone looking to improve their mental well-being. I loved this conversation around visualization, check it out!

(00:00) Introduction to Walker Ferguson and His Journey

(06:44) Transitioning to College Football: Challenges and Growth

(12:02) The Importance of Brotherhood and Accountability

(17:49) The Birth of Ascend Meditation App: A New Venture

(26:19) Introduction to Ascend App Features

(35:50) Visualizing Success with Meditation Plans

(47:58) The Importance of Faith and Foundation

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The Athletes Health podcast episode 75, Deep Dive 33. We are preparing for game day! Sometimes it's nice to go back to the basics, so that's what we are doing! They are just as important as any other specific topic we cover here... listen and watch with us!

(00:00) Mental Preparation for Game Day

(01:07) Intro To Prepare For Game Day

(02:03) Tip 1: Visualize Success

(05:05) Tip 2: Develop a Game Day Routine

(09:07) Tip 3: Reframe Nerves as Excitement

(11:46) Tip 4: Focus on Controllables

(14:23) Tip 5: Use Productive Self-Talk

(17:49) Summary

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The Athletes Health podcast episode 74, deep dive 32. How To Win With FEAR. Coping with the Fear of Success. Overcoming barriers to reaching your full potential.

Deep Dives dive into a mental performance theme of the week and provide tips tricks and tools!

(00:00) Understanding the Fear of Success

(02:13) Tip 1: Name Your Fear – Acknowledge to Advance

(05:19) Tip 2: Reframe Success – It’s Not About Perfection

(09:45) Tip 3: Adjust to the Spotlight – Embrace Change

(12:57) Tip 4: Plan for the “What’s Next” – Stay Grounded

(15:56) Tip 5: Build Your Support System – Success Takes a Village

(18:51) Summary and Recap

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The Athletes Health podcast episode 73, conversation 43. We sit down and speak with Richie Contartesi, who specializes in helping high school football players secure college scholarships. We discuss the importance of self-promotion, building relationships, and the business side of sports. Richie shares his personal journey from being an undersized player to earning a scholarship and emphasizes the skills athletes need to develop beyond just physical training. The conversation also covers the recruitment process, handling rejection, and the evolution of Richie's company, Next Play, which aims to empower young athletes to take control of their futures. We truly do look at the business side of football!

(00:00) Introduction to Richie’s Journey

(02:48) Lessons from an Undersized Player

(07:16) The Drive to Succeed

(10:05) Evaluating Talent and Opportunities

(11:45) The Future of College Football

(15:51) Skills Beyond the Field

(18:33) The Importance of Marketing and Outreach

(25:06) The Next Step in Recruitment

(28:43) Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence

(30:20) Navigating the Highs and Lows of Recruitment

(34:33) The Evolution of Next Play

(42:59) Last Message: Taking Control of the Controllables

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The Athletes Health episode 72, deep dive 31. The humor effect was the topic of this episode. Follow along to learn how laughter can level up you and your teams performance today!

(00:00) The Power of Humor in Sports

(02:09) Tip 1: Add Humor to Practice

(04:45) Tip 2: Break the Seriousness Cycle

(07:40) Tip 3: Pre-Game Laughter for Relaxation

(10:47) Tip 4: Laugh During Mistakes

(13:35) Tip 5: Build Team Bonds with Humor

(16:04) Summary and Key Takeaways

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The Athletes Health Podcast episode 71, Deep Dive 30. This time, we dive into all things preparation, with the overall focus on failing to prepare is preparing to fail. Check it out and let us know your thoughts!

(00:00) The Importance of Preparation

(02:28) Tip 1: Preparation Starts with Questions

(05:45) Tip 2: Repetition Creates Instinct

(10:18) Tip 3: Prepare for Life Beyond Performance

(12:49) Tip 4: Plan Farther Out Than You Think You Should

(15:25) Tip 5: Pack Your Physical and Mental Luggage

(18:17) Summary of Key Preparation Tips

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The Athletes Health Podcast episode 70, conversation 42 with Curt Slater. Curt is the co-founder of TILL360. This conversation covered the intersection of sports, education, and personal growth. He shares his journey from a successful athlete to an educator and public speaker, emphasizing the importance of timely feedback and practice in both sports and life. The conversation dives into the foundations of effective workouts, the impact of personal experiences on professional growth, and the need to break cycles of dysfunction. Curt also discusses the importance of relationships in education, rethinking discipline, and the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework. He highlights the role of educators in creating student success and the power of human connection in creating a positive learning environment.

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