May is Mental Health Awareness Month: 

In this week's episode, I share a parent workshop from 2023 with Alex (Madsen) Hinger, LMHP. We discussed the importance of mental health on and off the field for players and parents!

Episode Highlights:

• Breathing techniques provide immediate anxiety regulation
• Reframing thoughts provides productive thinking
• Guided meditation grounds athletes in the present moment
• Sleep hygiene is vital for mental health
• Positive reinforcement from parents builds the self-esteem buffer

Connect with Alex:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/alex-madsen-omaha-ne/1017784

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

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Are you considering joining the Fearless Warrior Program? Then this week's episode is for you! I invited a few of our Fearless Parents to come and share the good, the bad, the skepticism, and all their doubts they had when first discovering Fearless. They share how the program helped their daughters both on and off the field and how much it helped them reach their potential as softball players. If you have questions about whether this program is right for your daughter, this episode is full of insight that will help you make your decision!

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

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• Facebook @fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining
• Instagram @fearlessfastpitch
• X @CoachAB_
• YouTube @fearlessfastpitch5040

What is the Fearless Warrior Program anyway? Tune in to find out more!

https://www.fearlesswarriorprogram.com/join-ev

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

Follow us on Social Media

• Facebook @fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining
• Instagram @fearlessfastpitch
• X @CoachAB_
• YouTube @fearlessfastpitch5040

MENTAL TRAINING REPLAY - DAY 5 CHALLENGE

I’ll be explaining the WHY behind this challenge and HOW it relates to your mental game.

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

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• Facebook @fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining
• Instagram @fearlessfastpitch
• X @CoachAB_
• YouTube @fearlessfastpitch5040

MENTAL TRAINING REPLAY - DAY 4 CHALLENGE

I’ll be explaining the WHY behind this challenge and HOW it relates to your mental game.

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

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• Facebook @fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining
• Instagram @fearlessfastpitch
• X @CoachAB_
• YouTube @fearlessfastpitch5040

MENTAL TRAINING REPLAY - DAY 3 CHALLENGE

I’ll be explaining the WHY behind this challenge and HOW it relates to your mental game.

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

Follow us on Social Media

• Facebook @fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining
• Instagram @fearlessfastpitch
• X @CoachAB_
• YouTube @fearlessfastpitch5040

MENTAL TRAINING REPLAY - DAY 2 CHALLENGE

I’ll be explaining the WHY behind this challenge and HOW it relates to your mental game.

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

Follow us on Social Media

• Facebook @fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining
• Instagram @fearlessfastpitch
• X @CoachAB_
• YouTube @fearlessfastpitch5040

MENTAL TRAINING REPLAY - DAY 1 CHALLENGE

I’ll be explaining the WHY behind this challenge and HOW it relates to your mental game.

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

Follow us on Social Media

• Facebook @fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining
• Instagram @fearlessfastpitch
• X @CoachAB_
• YouTube @fearlessfastpitch5040

Coach Kara and I answer burning questions from parents about mindset challenges in sports. We discussed practical strategies to tackle common issues, from balancing coaching and parenting roles to managing game-day nervousness.

• Mental skills training is preventative care, not a reactive solution
• Controlling the controllable when facing frustrating team situations
• High school and travel ball provide opportunities for growth
• Supporting athletes by praising their process rather than outcomes

Want to submit a question for our next Q&A episode? Send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook, and we might answer it on the podcast! 

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

Follow us on Social Media

• Facebook @fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining
• Instagram @fearlessfastpitch
• X @CoachAB_
• YouTube @fearlessfastpitch5040

Brooke Miller, a dietitian and former college softball pitcher, gives us the lowdown on how to take care of our bodies as athletes. She shares insights on athletic performance nutrition, the importance of fueling for success, and navigating identity transitions beyond sports. 

Episode Highlights:

• Proper nutrition directly affects energy, brain function, and reaction time
• For optimal performance, include protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats 
• Hydration and electrolytes are crucial
• The transition from high school to college creates nutritional challenges 
• Post-workout protein intake is essential for muscle recovery and growth

Connect with Brooke:

Instagram: @nutrition.for.mamas

More ways to work with Fearless Fastpitch

• Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
• Book a One on One Session for your Athlete
• Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization

Follow us on Social Media

• Facebook @fearlessfastpitchmentaltraining
• Instagram @fearlessfastpitch
• X @CoachAB_
• YouTube @fearlessfastpitch5040