Ep. 10 - The Truth About Raising Elite Athletes with Alex Stein

Send us Fan MailWhat does it really take to develop an elite athlete and how can parents best support their child’s journey?In this episode, former professional ice hockey coach Alex Stein shares his insights on the fundamentals of high performance. From building confidence through intentional practice to developing resilience through adversity, Alex highlights the habits and mindset that separate good athletes from great ones.Alex and Mariel also dive into the challenges of parenting high-achieving youth, introducing Alex’s “3 E’s”: creating the right environment, enabling kids to face challenges, and ultimately empowering them to define and pursue their own vision of success. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or parent, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom for growth both in sports and in life.After more than two decades of successful elite-level professional sports coaching across eight countries, Alex seamlessly transitioned from the locker room to the boardroom. As the founder of Carpe Coaching, Alex is dedicated to developing business teams and their leaders, drawing on his international coaching triple accreditation and extensive background in coaching elite athletes. Specializing in executive team coaching and leadership development, he applies his expertise through a systemic lens to foster value-adding, positive, inclusive, and supportive cultures within organizations worldwide.Check out the Carpe Coaching websiteFind Alex on:Instagram FacebookLinkedinJoin our 'Forged Youth | Legacy Within' Facebook group for more parent support!Support the show