The Real Purpose of Sports w/ Olympian Zach Penprase

What is the real purpose of sports?In this episode of Social Media Sobriety, I sit down with former Olympian and mental performance coach Zach Penprase to discuss the challenges athletes face both on and off the field.We explore the pressure athletes place on themselves, the growing influence of social media in sports, why comparison can be so damaging to confidence, and how parents can best support their children throughout their athletic journey.Drawing from his experiences competing at the highest levels of baseball and working with athletes today, Zach shares valuable insights on mindset, performance, resilience, and personal growth.This conversation isn't just for athletes. It's for coaches, parents, and anyone interested in helping young people build confidence, handle adversity, and develop a healthy relationship with competition.Topics Discussed:• Dealing with pressure and expectations• The impact of social media on athletes• Comparison and confidence• What parents get right—and wrong—in youth sports• The true purpose of competition• Building mental skills for life beyond the game• Lessons from an Olympian turned mental performance coachIf you've ever struggled with pressure, comparison, or finding perspective in sports, this episode is for you.Follow Social Media Sobriety!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SocialMediaSobrietyPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialmediasobrietypodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@smsobrietypodcast?lang=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-bermundo-6b3690226/