600 | How to Build Mentally Tough Athletes—Even with Limited Practice Time

Coaching shouldn’t mean carrying the weight of an entire team alone. From team logistics to helping athletes build mental toughness, you’re expected to hold it all together. But burnout isn’t a personal failure — it’s actually a systems problem. The Mental Game Plan was created to take the guesswork out of mental training, giving you a simple structure to teach core mental performance skills without adding more to your already packed schedule. In this episode, learn how The Mental Game Plan can help athletes take ownership of their mental game and lessen your load. I cover foundational skills like visualization and thought management, four tools you can build into your team’s routines, and what you should focus on when time is tight but mindset still matters. If you’ve struggled to make space for mental performance work or feeling burned out, this episode will show you exactly where to start! Topics discussed: The emotional weight of coaching Where to start: The Mental Game Plan Understanding how the brain works Foundational mental performance skills The Athlete Toolbox: four essential routines Implementing The Mental Game Plan Sign up for the The Mental Game Plan Program today and start using a proven system that actually works!  ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify