Coaching the Next Generation of Strong Girls – Episode 130 (with Emma Hollanti)

If you’re a pilot, parent, or busy professional who wants the girls in your life to be confident, resilient, and strong in both sport and life, you can start your application to work with me here:https://bluechipathleticclub.com/program-applicationIn this episode of the Blue Chip Athletic Club Podcast, I sit down with Arizona-born strength and conditioning coach Emma Hollanti, whose niche is training youth female athletes. Emma shares her journey from hating the idea of sports in fourth grade to falling in love with softball, traveling the country with her club team, and playing in front of packed stands at major recruiting tournaments like Colorado Sparkler. She talks about the pressure of being watched by hundreds of college coaches, the chemistry that comes from growing up with the same teammates, and the wild story of breaking her arm nine days before a state championship game and still finding a way to play and win on the field she grew up watching at ASU.Emma walks through her StrongHer program, built in four‑week blocks that combine physical training with mental skills work, workshops, and guest speakers. She shares examples like bringing in a sports psychologist to talk about fear of failure and confidence, and a “raise your ceiling” challenge where girls earn points by stepping outside their comfort zone and doing things they wouldn’t normally do.We also zoom out into bigger themes: why athletes ignore pain and injury, how to think about performance versus long‑term health, and what it looks like to coach girls in a social‑media‑heavy world where doom‑scrolling and highlight reels make them feel behind and “not enough.” Emma talks about trying to unlearn the idea that misery equals success, why life is meant to be lived (not just optimized), and how focusing on energy, relationships, and consistency over time has made her athletes better on the field and happier off it.Listen to more episodes:https://bluechipathleticclub.com/podcastConnect with EmmaInstagram: @emma.hollantiPartners & Resources1st Phorm supplements:https://1stphorm.com/66bf90e5bed64Sweet Profections protein cookies (code BLUECHIP10):https://sweetprofections.com/?ref=mhcptczoDashTrack websites and automations for coaches:https://labs.dashtrack.com/brand/showcase/bbefd5f0-637f-4a05-a80a-b19688147979LogTen Pro / PilotBase pilot logbook (free 3 months):https://logten.com/partner/logten-for-bluechip/Harvest Hosts (RV overnights at farms, wineries, and unique spots) – use code BLAISE20 for 20% off (affiliate link):https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=111454&awinaffid=2964805&ued=https://www.harvesthosts.com/special-offer?showcode=true&utm_content=BLAISE25DISCLAIMER: This episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice, business advice, or financial advice. Always consult appropriate professionals about training, health, and business decisions.