Pre-Game Routines That Actually Works

In this episode of Calm Before the Storm, Ashton Johnson talks with his teammate Kingston Aaberg about how pregame routines can improve performance. They share personal habits like eating a good breakfast, listening to music, and using prayer or self-talk to stay focused. Kingston explains how starting his mindset early—sometimes the day before—helps him feel prepared, while Ashton focuses more on the time right before the game. The conversation also highlights how warm-ups and taking them seriously can boost confidence. Overall, this episode shows how small, consistent habits can make a big difference on game day. Consistent pregame routines—like eating well, listening to music, and warming up—help athletes feel more confident and prepared  Mental preparation matters: breathing, prayer, and positive self-talk can reduce nerves before games  Taking warm-ups seriously and building habits over time can directly impact performance