Are you an athlete looking to make a positive impact both on and off the field? Do you want to step up and become a true leader on your team? If so, this episode is for you!

Here’s what we’ll cover in this episode:

• Debunking Leadership Myths
  • Myth #1: You Have to Be an Extrovert to Be a Leader
  • Myth #2: You’re Either Born a Leader or Not
• How to Be a Leader on Your Team: Qualities of A Good Leader
  • Key #1: Embody Servant Leadership
  • Key #2: Good Leaders Are Competent
  • Key #3: Trust

Episode Highlights: 

[01:56] How to be a leader. Leadership and leadership myths.

[04:09] Where are you already a leader? Where are you in your life? Think about where you are already a leader.

[09:22] The first quality of a good leader is servant leadership.

[11:23] If you take care of your team, the team will take care of you. Take care of your team and the team will take care of the game.

[12:56] Confidence comes from trusting yourself and trusting that what you say matters.

[15:01] How body language can help you become more trustworthy.

[17:12] You can’t ask someone to do something if you haven’t developed the trust of that person.

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Is your child gearing up for tryouts? Discover valuable tips to boost your athlete's chances of success before, during, and after tryouts! 

Join me for an enlightening discussion covering:

• Before Tryouts: Mental Preparation and Familiarization
• During Tryouts: Focus on Strengths and Take Calculated Risks
• After Tryouts: Reflect and Navigate Disappointment
• How Parents Can Support Their Athletes During Tryouts

Make sure to tune in to this episode of Raising Unstoppable Girl Athletes to learn how to crush those tryouts with confidence and success!

Episode Highlights: 

[02:43] Trying out can be a challenging stressful time for athletes, parents, and coaches.

[04:47] The three phases of trial preparation: before, during, and after.

[06:39] How to help your athlete prepare for their tryout.

[09:31] Tips for Before Tryouts.

[11:46] Coaches are looking for someone who is strong in certain categories.

[13:30] What else during tryouts are coaches looking for?

[15:35] Reflecting after every tryout.

[18:52] How parents can support their athletes during tryouts.

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How can we empower our middle school girls to be confident and resilient? Tune in to this inspiring episode featuring Katie, Becky, and Allie – the founders of “I Believe in Me” – as they share valuable insights on building confidence in tweens.

Get ready for an uplifting discussion covering: 

• The struggles tweens face today, including various distractions and social media impact.
• Strategies to emphasize personal growth and progress for self-confidence.
• The power of leading by example and nurturing your tween’s passions.
• Providing genuine compliments and positive reinforcement for a confident mindset.
• How to help tweens embrace setbacks as opportunities for growth.

Join us on this journey to support our daughters and empower them to become their best selves!

Episode Highlights: 

[03:18] The importance of building confidence and building confidence in middle school girls.

[07:42] How to check in with yourself and your heart.

[10:10] What are tweens struggling with right now?

[14:30] How can we build confidence in our tweens?

[18:40] There’s always a chance to grow no matter what.

[20:39] The importance of complimenting your kids.

[28:08] Support them through their failures, even if they’re not really failures.

[32:29] What’s your program for middle schoolers?

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• Come hang out with Becky, Katie, and Allie on social @ibelieveinmegirlsand learn more about working with them! 
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Have you ever encountered negative teammates? How did you handle the situation? In this episode of the Raising Unstoppable Girl Athletes podcast, we explore some valuable tips on how to handle negative teammates effectively.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• Dealing with Negative Teammates
• You Have the Power to Choose Where You Put Your Energy
• Look for The Positive and Supportive People on Your Team
• Know When to Stand Up for Yourself
• Prioritize Your Safety

Episode Highlights: 

[00:00] Today’s topic: How to handle negative teammates.

[01:30] You can choose where you put your energy and focus.

[03:18] Why you get to choose where you put your energy.

[04:52] You don’t need to give these people any more attention.

[06:45] You have permission to show up as the athlete you want to be.

[07:55] How do you know if you need to address a situation?

[09:23] You don’t need to let your energy go to this person. Focus on what you can control. Alert an adult if there is bullying or an unsafe environment.

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Are mental blocks holding your athletes back? Join me in this episode as we delve into the topic of mental blocks in athletes and explore practical strategies that you can implement to assist your athletes in overcoming these challenges.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

•  What Are Mental Blocks?
•  Identifying Mental Blocks (And What to Do to Help Your Athlete Overcome Them)
• What Doesn’t Work

Get ready to empower your athletes and propel them towards success!

Episode Highlights: 

[00:00] What works, what doesn’t work when helping your athlete overcome mental blocks.

[02:05] What are mental blocks and why do they happen?

[03:44] What is a mental block and how does it happen?

[06:05] What not to do if your athlete is experiencing a mental block.

[08:19] Don’t put a timeline on your athlete’s mental block.

[10:58] Get her comfortable with the skills that she can do.

[13:00] What is mindfulness awareness and presence?

[14:23] Celebrate the small wins and successes.

[15:56] What are the underlying causes of mental blocks?

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In this episode, we’re joined by recruiting expert Tonya Sims, who’ll share her insights on getting noticed by college coaches. It’s a topic many of you have been curious about, so get ready for some valuable tips and strategies to make yourself stand out. So, grab a snack, get comfortable, and let’s dive into this conversation. Let’s get started!

• Tips to Get Noticed by College Coaches
• How Early You Should Start the Recruiting Process
• Advice for Older Athletes
• Tips on How to Narrow Down Your College List
• What Coaches Are Looking for In Recruits
• And more!

Episode Highlights: 

[02:38] An introduction to Tonya Sims. Who is she? What does she do?

[04:07] How to get noticed by college coaches. From where to start in the recruitment process to actionable tips to get noticed by college coaches, Tonya shares her valuable insights and tips.

[08:06] How important is video in the recruiting process?

[10:41] How early should you start the recruiting process?

[13:56] Building a social media presence.

[15:41] Advice for older athletes. Recommendations for older athletes, especially junior and senior athletes.

[18:02] Tips on how to narrow down your college list. Tonya also shares her “perfect email guide” where she includes a breakdown of the key sections to include.

[22:07] All about recruiting platforms. What should parents not pay for? What’s the role of parents in the recruiting process?

[25:39] What are coaches looking for in recruits? The college recruiting secrets for parents of athletes.

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• Come hang out with Tonya in her free group for sports parents and learn more about working with her! 
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Calling all athlete moms! Are you struggling to manage your schedule and enjoy your child's sports journey? With Chelsi Jo as our expert guide, let’s explore strategies to transform your busy sports mom life from overwhelmed to organized. We cover a variety of topics, including

• The Power of Systems
• Recognizing Repeating Tasks
• Time Blocking
• Mealtimes and Meal Planning
• And more!

Episode Highlights: 

[03:34] A special introduction to Christina Brianne Lee. Bree’s background and why she started her business.

[11:40] Let’s talk about systems! We talk about the importance of having systems in place, and how having systems can give you a framework for your life.

[18:38] What is the time block method? How does it work? Chelsi talks all about the five blocks, and how it works for moms.

[24:30] It’s all about mealtimes and meal planning! From implementing a menu board meal planning system to starting dinner early, here are some tips to help you streamline your family's nutrition and make mealtimes a breeze.

[29:37] Why is it important to have a mealtime system? Here, we talk all about the benefits of having a meal planning system and the importance of prioritizing nutrition.

[32:44] The importance of having a home management system. Chelsi talks about her 10 years of experience as a health teacher.

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• Hang out with Chelsi Jo on social @chelsijo.co and learn more about working with her! 
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Are you ready to learn how to raise a confident athlete?

Sit back, relax, and listen in!

In this episode, I’ll be talking about the importance of confidence in athletic performance and sharing some practical strategies that you can start using today. I’ll also share the three key areas that parents can focus on to help build their child’s confidence.

Here are some of the key points covered in the episode:

• Confidence is essential for athletic success.
• Parents can play a big role in helping their child develop confidence.
• There are three key areas that parents can focus on: verbal communication, nonverbal communication, and teaching their child the skills they need.
• By following the strategies discussed in the episode, parents can help their child become a confident athlete who is prepared to succeed.

Episode Highlights: 

[01:34] How confidence comes from feeling at home within ourselves. Dr Becky Kennedy’s research on confidence.

[02:47] The three things that can really help athletes in the moment, but also in the long game.

[04:21] Confidence is not tied to external factors. The athlete who is confident has a competitive advantage.

[05:51] How to help your athlete build her self-confidence. Your verbal and non-verbal communication is important.

[08:09] Your young athlete needs to have the skills to navigate being an athlete

[10:07] Don’t overlook the importance of nonverbal communication.

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Get your favorite healthy snack and be ready for a helpful chat about the ups and downs of being a girl athlete! In this episode, we’re joined by multi-sport collegiate athlete, Sophia Schneider. Together, we talk about:

• The Recruiting Process and Choosing the Right Fit
•  The Extra Effort and Sacrifices
• Overcoming Challenges and Reaching Your Full Potential
• And more!

Episode Highlights: 

[2:53] Mental side of the game and how it plays a big part in my athletic journey.

[4:47] How the certification program came to be. I delve into the origins and inspiration behind the creation of the certification program.

[7:09] Emphasizing the continuous personal and professional development as a coach and individual.

[8:18] The first step in all of this was recognizing that I had a passion for myself.

[9:51] Discovering a program that perfectly aligned with my goals, offering a proven plan for becoming a mental performance coach

[12:00] Working with my team to become a visualization specialist

[13:45] How to get started with mental performance coaching.

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Grab your favorite healthy snack and get ready for an enlightening conversation on everything you need to know about disordered eating in female athletes.

In this episode, you’ll hear from registered sports dietitian, Lindsay Cortez. Together, Coach Bre and Lindsay delve into:

• What Disordered Eating Is
• Understanding the Significance of Addressing Disordered Eating in Female Athletes
• Preventing Disordered Eating in Female Athletes: Tips and Reminders

Episode Highlights: 

[2:04] What is disordered eating and how can you help your athlete overcome it?

[7:03] How do we fuel the body for athletic performance??

[12:05] What’s the difference between male and female hormones?

[16:41] Is there an optimal timing of how often our female athletes should be eating?

[22:00] What is disordered eating in the first place?

[24:36] What is bulimia? What is a binge eating disorder

[30:44] When you limit yourself, you’re limiting yourself physically and mentally.

[35:39] All foods fit and all foods can be good.

[40:02] As moms, how do we balance and walk the line between pointing out what is healthy and what is not healthy?

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