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EPISODE · Dec 17, 2025 · 57 MIN

The Say Nothing Challenge: The Fastest Way to Help Your Athlete

from The Mental Approach To Youth Sports

In this conversation, Todd Arkell interviews Andrew Simpson, founder of Players Fitness and Performance, discussing the importance of mental performance in youth sports. Andrew shares his journey from a fitness enthusiast to a successful entrepreneur, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach that includes mindset coaching, nutrition, and physical training. Andrew outlines his "peak performance state triangle" and the "say nothing challenge" for parents. The discussion covers various topics such as parental pressure, early specialization in sports, and practical mindset hacks for athletes. Andrew also highlights the significance of coaches in shaping athletes' mental resilience and the unexpected positive outcomes of integrating mental performance training into athletic programs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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