Thomas Johnson

Coaching Across Generations: Thomas Johnson on Mental Fitness in HockeyIn this episode of the 'Love Your Inner Athlete' podcast, host Hans Skulstad sits down with Thomas Johnson, a multifaceted hockey coach with over a decade of experience. They discuss the various roles Thomas has undertaken, from coaching high school hockey to running youth initiation programs and the high performance program. The conversation delves into the importance of mental fitness, the evolving dynamics of the sport, and the strategies Thomas employs to help athletes manage stress and setbacks. Key insights include the impact of mental fitness tools on coaching effectiveness, the evolution of hockey skills, and the value of fostering a supportive community culture.Key Moments:00:00 Introduction to the Podcast00:52 Meet Thomas Johnson01:45 Thomas's Various Roles in Hockey04:21 Coaching with Family06:04 Finding Your Why in Coaching07:10 Mental Fitness in Coaching11:33 Changes in Hockey Over the Years15:57 Rebooting Techniques with Mites17:25 Challenges for Today's Athletes18:36 Impact of Culture and Mental Performance20:05 Mental Fitness Skills and Techniques21:53 Coaching High Performance Programs23:37 Integrating Mental Health in Coaching28:01 Coaching Your Own Kids33:09 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsVisit https://www.centerforsportsandmind.com/ to learn more about Mental Fitness and take your next step!Learn more about Hans Skulstad:https://hansskulstad.com/Follow Center for Sports and the Mind, as well as Hans, on social platforms:https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Sports-and-the-Mind/100044301706608/https://x.com/2ChallengeMindhttps://www.instagram.com/centerforsportsandmind/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/user/hskulstad20