Each year,  across the nation, a select group of student-athletes pack up their things and journey toward the next phase of their athletic lives; college pre-season training. It's been estimated that about 1 in 57 high school athletes will have the opportunity to play at an NCAA Division 1 program. That's about 2%., Only ab out 7% will have the opportunity to play a varsity, non-intramural sport in college. Those are about 1 in 13 odds. Slightly better, this number offers a clearer picture of how few student-athletes will have the opportunity to pursue  athletics after high school.

Transitioning through the levels requires adjusting to change. One of the biggest changes athletes will face jumping from high school to college is meeting the high standards set forth by the  university and its sports program.  Establishing new behaviors and eliminating the old. Letting go of ways of doing things to learn new ways. Adjusting to different coaches approaches, teammates, systems and operations, offenses and defenses are merely a few of the things they'll endure. Competition is intense, and in many cases, the environment is designed to push each athlete out of their comfort zone regardless of their performance level. Quite frankly, the cream will rise to the top.

It's easy for freshmen, newbies or rookies to lose their way, or lose sight of the fact that through their hard work and effort they earned an opportunity to perform alongside some of the best athletes in college sports.

In this episode, Ty addresses the many classes of high school athletes and others, who are leaving or who have left early for summer or pre-season training that begins prior to the start of the fall semester.  In true form, Ty, speaking both from personal experience as a former NCAA Division 1 athlete, as a coach, and as a father with a daughter who has transitioned from Premier Club Soccer and high school varsity soccer into the ranks of NCAA Division 1 Soccer, and who, as of today is in the midst of pre-season summer training at the university.

Ty tackles the uncertainties, performance expectations, meeting such high standards, what to do when it gets rough, why having outside support is critical., adapting to all the newness, self-care, mental health, doing what take to be successful and so much more. Listen in with an athlete friend or parent of an athlete.  Share this with your coach, trainer, athletic advisor or athletic director regardless of your current level.


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Everybody around you seems to be having the craziest luck. Opportunities are falling out of the sky and into their lap. At every turn, someone you know is experiencing an upgrade in life. New car, house, relationship, position at work or on the team, pay increase, bonus, recognition or award. All the while, you're frustrated because that same luck seems to keep passing you by.  You need a new car, your relationships are rocky, you hate your boss and the job itself, your pay sucks, you haven't had a merit increase or bonus in as long as you can remember. Not one opportunity has come your way. Or, could there be an alternative answer for what you're experiencing?

It's very easy to point the finger away from ourselves as to blame the cause of our problems on others, when in fact the main culprit stares back at us in the mirror.  That pessimist friend or relative that you love who always seems to rise and fall, and afterward, find blame for their situation's demise everywhere but within.  A self-defeatist mindset is tough to  overcome, but with time, it too can be concurred like most others. Take the athlete who complains about not having an opportunity to showcase her/his abilities, and then fails miserably when given the chance, or refuses to even step up. Instead, the athlete goes out of their way to sabotage the opportunity, making way for another grateful athlete to step up. The self-defeatist athlete will then return to bitterness, frustration, resentment and blame.

In this episode, Ty discusses the self-defeatist mindset and self-destructive behaviors. He shares stories and provides real examples to illustrate and define for you the perspective from which he is approaching the subject-matter. Not just for athletes,  many have experienced or interacted with a person with self-destructive tendencies and a self-defeatist mindset.  We know people who have sabotaged great situation's both at the onset and in the midst. Ty shares a number of experiences and examples. Listen in and see if anything you hear sounds familiar or resonates with you.

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In this episode, we'll discuss the importance of taking advantage of opportunities when they arise. We'll explore the idioms "When opportunity knocks, you have to strike while the fire is hot," "The early bird gets the worm," "If you snooze you lose," and "Luck is when preparation meets opportunity." We'll also share some tips on how to be more proactive and take control of your life.

• When opportunity knocks, you have to strike while the fire is hot. This idiom means that you should take action when opportunities arise. Don't wait for the perfect moment, or someone else might take your chance away. For example, if you're offered a job that you're interested in, don't wait to start applying for other jobs. Take the opportunity and run with it!
• The early bird gets the worm. This idiom means that people who are proactive and take action early are more likely to succeed. If you wait until the last minute, you might miss out on opportunities. For example, if you're planning to start a business, don't wait until you have all the perfect plans in place. Start taking action today, and you'll be one step ahead of the competition.
• If you snooze you lose. This idiom means that if you procrastinate, you will miss out on opportunities. Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today. For example, if you have a big test coming up, don't wait until the night before to start studying. Start studying early, and you'll be more likely to do well on the test.
• Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. This idiom means that luck is not just about chance. It's also about being prepared when opportunities arise. If you're prepared, you're more likely to take advantage of opportunities when they come your way. For example, if you're applying for a job, make sure you're prepared for the interview. Do your research on the company, and practice your answers to common interview questions. By being prepared, you'll increase your chances of getting the job.

Here are some additional critical insights that were left out previously:

• Opportunities don't always come knocking. Sometimes, you have to go out and find them. This means being proactive and networking with people who can help you.
• Not all opportunities are created equal. Some opportunities are better than others. It's important to be selective about the opportunities you pursue.
• Taking advantage of opportunities takes courage. It's not always easy to step outside of your comfort zone and take risks. But if you want to achieve your goals, you need to be willing to take chances

Call to action: If you're looking for ways to be more proactive and take advantage of opportunities, then this episode is for you. Listen in to learn more about these four idioms and how they can help you to achieve your goals.

Learning new things and embracing new experiences can be  an awesome boost to one's self-confidence. Especially, when you share your excitement with others. Overcoming challenges by facing your fears head-on can be empowering, but not when you lack the confidence you need to stand tall, strong and firm amidst the obstacles we face along life’s journey. 

How much do you trust yourself? 

• Your decision-making? 
• Your talents, gifts and abilities? 
• Your qualities? 
• Your knowledge and past-experiences? 
• Have you relied on others or placed your trust in others who later violated your trust, left you hanging, or who seriously let you down? 

The value we place in others has a direct impact on our confidence. Misplacing such value and trust in another can be detrimental to one's self-confidence, and a serious blow to your self-esteem. Here’s the great news, things don’t have to be this way. Understanding the root cause of your wavering self-confidence and low self-esteem can help you reverse everything. 

In this session, Ty Pinkney dives directly into self-confidence without leaving a single stone unturned. Whether you’re an athlete or non-athlete, everybody will benefit from this discussion. Ty shares stories of his own, experiences with others, and takes listeners on a laser sharp journey detailing how to build and fortify  your self-confidence to WIN in every aspect of life. It all begins with taking the first step.  Be sure to subscribe, so you don't miss an episode, and don't forget to leave a rating and review! LISTEN IN!!!

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 "The Easiest Fitness Book You’ve Never Read: A Short Guide To Help Boost Your Fitness Journey." 

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Strength: Over 200 Fitness Strategies and Weight Lifting Routines to Promote Weight Loss and Build Muscular, Strong Bodies. 

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Athletes who set expectations so high that they seem unrealistic and unattainable, so much so that even the thought of pursuing such lofty goals create self-doubt, leading to procrastination and avoidance. Perfectionist athletes display high levels of swinging confidence that ultimately diminishes when things begin to fall apart. Avoidance is at the core of many psychological conditions, including perfectionism. 

In Episode 2, Ty tells the story of how he's battled with perfectionism, and speaks about his experience working to mitigate the harsh realities of perfectionism. He talks about adjusting his mindset over the years, what’s been successful for him, and the challenges he sometimes faces when perfectionism rears its ugly head. 

Ty shares how he responded and how he works to address it daily. Plus, as someone who's lived with depression, he shares that battle, how he came to terms with it and how be learned to persevere in spite of it. 

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Strength: Over 200 Fitness Strategies and Weight Lifting Routines to Promote Weight Loss and Build Muscular, Strong Bodies. 

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Life as an athlete can be fun and exciting, but it's also stressful, mentally, emotionally, physically and psychologically demanding, and can be extremely taxing and overwhelming. Athletes spend numerous hours in the gym training their bodies, on the field or court practicing, traveling to games, showcases, tournaments and ID Camps. Standards are high and expectations are higher. Everybody has demands, coaches, teachers, parents, mentors, peers and sponsors; the list is long. Winning overshadows the athlete's mental health and wellness. Sadly, the "perform and win" mentality trumps the welfare of athletes hiding the fact that they're battling depression, a defeatist mindset, an obsessive compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) or perfectionism, low self-esteem, or other psychological issues or disorders. In this episode, Ty Pinkney introduces the podcast by diving directly into the mental health of athletes and those suffering with mental illness. Be sure to subscribe, so you don't miss an episode, and don't forget to leave a rating and review! 

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"The Easiest Fitness Book You’ve Never Read: A Short Guide To Help Boost Your Fitness Journey." Here: https://amzn.to/3NFB9OK and Strength: Over 200 Fitness Strategies and Weight Lifting Routines to Promote Weight Loss and Build Muscular, Strong Bodies. https://amzn.to/3ttjTEl