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Sports Psychology Coaching

The Sports Psychology Coaching Podcast by Eli Straw is a mental training podcast for athletes, competitors, coaches, and performers who want to improve confidence, focus, and performance under pressure. This podcast teaches practical sports psychology strategies to help athletes overcome fear of failure, performance anxiety, overthinking, and loss of confidence after mistakes so they can trust their training and compete freely.Each episode covers key mental performance topics, including:• Sports psychology and mental training for athletes• How to build confidence in sports• Overcoming performance anxiety and pressure• Trusting your training and competing without fear• Focus, composure, and mental toughness in competition• Letting go of overthinking and perfectionism• Visualization, mindfulness, and present-moment performance• How to perform consistently in games, races, and competitionsHosted by mental performance coach Eli Straw, this

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    Why One Mistake Destroys Your Entire Game

    Why does one mistake snowball into a horrible game? Learn what causes this, and what you can do to reset and stop letting one mistake ruin your performance.  🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    4 Tips to Mentally Prepare for Big Games

    Do you get stressed in big games? Learn 4 tips to keep in mind to help you perform your best in big games! 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Exercise to Manage Negative Thinking in Sports

    Learn a simple yet powerful exercise you can go through after every practice and game to help you gain more control over your thinking as an athlete. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Develop a Good Competition Mindset

    What is your mindset like on game day? We need to be careful not to take a practice mindset into games, where we overthink and try to fix everything. We need to just focus on letting ourselves play freely, be present, and trust the skills that we've built through training. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Use Your Mental Game to Improve Your Athletic Performance

    Learn how you can use your mindset to increase your performance in games. I break down a simple three-part structure you can begin applying today! 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Manufacture Confidence on Game Day

    Learn a simple way you can generate a state of confidence and trust on game day. Confidence on game day is needed because it gives you the freedom you need to let go of the result and be present. When you are present, you play your best.  🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Creating a Mission Statement as an Athlete

    🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Self-Talk Trick to Use During Games

    🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Manage Your Emotions in Sports

    Do your emotions get the best of you during practices and games? Learn what's at the core of your emotions getting the best of you, and an exercise you can go through to manage your emotions better when you play. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Setting Goals for Games

    Learn the two types of goals you can set for games and how each one can be used to improve your performance.  🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    How to Slow the Game Down

    Does the game speed up on you? Learn a simple way you can slow the game down and play with more confidence and composure. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Stop Trying to Learn From Mistakes Mid-Game

    Do you overthink mistakes? Many athletes try to learn from their mistakes during games, but this only leads to overthinking, self-criticism, and distraction. Learn what you need to do instead, and when you should actually learn from your mistakes.  🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    What to do if coach pulls you after one mistake

    Does coach pull you after you make one mistake? This can cause athletes to play scared and actually cause more mistakes to happen. Learn 3 tips you can apply to play freely, even if coach pulls you after you make a mistake. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Why You Freeze at the Start of Games (And How to Stop)

    Do you freeze up, hesitate, or play tight at the start of games even though you know how good you are? In this episode, I explain why athletes freeze under pressure and what you can do mentally to stop overthinking, trust yourself, and compete freely. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Help Your Child Manage Anger & Frustration in Sports

    Does your child struggle with losing their composure? In this episode, I share a strategy I have used to help hundreds of athletes manage anger and frustration within sports. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Do this if you're struggling with confidence during games

    🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Why You Dominate When You Know You’re the Best Player

    Athletes often play their best when they feel free, confident, and not afraid of mistakes. In this episode, I explain why athletes often perform better when they know they’re the best player on the team, when they aren’t afraid of being benched, or when they stop trying to prove themselves.  🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    How to Trust Your Training During Competition

    Do you struggle with trusting your training during games? Learn what blocks trust and three tips you can apply to trust your training more in competition.  🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Importance of Acceptance in Sports

    If you struggle with sports anxiety, moving on from mistakes, self-doubt, or any other mental game challenge, acceptance will help! In this video, I explain why acceptance matters, what it involves, and how to apply it to your game. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    3 Tips to Stop Being so Hard on Yourself in Sports

    How do I stop being so hard on myself during games? In this episode, I provide three tips that answer that exact question. To help you go from criticizing yourself to supporting yourself and getting the best out of yourself during games. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Simplify Your Goals to Reduce Anxiety During Games

    🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Self-Talk Shift to Play Better in Games

    🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    3 Tips to Stop Hesitating During Games

    🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    3 Tips to Play Well When You Feel Anxious

    How do I perform well when I feel anxious? If you've been dealing with sports performance anxiety, try these three tips to help yourself play well, even though you feel anxious during the game. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Stop Putting Pressure on Yourself During Games

    Are you the one putting pressure on yourself to be perfect? In this video, I share 4 tips you can apply to stop putting pressure on yourself during games.  🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Why Athletes Play Passively and How to Stop!

    Do you play passively and defensively during games? Learn why this happens and a mindset shift you need to make to go from playing scared, to playing confidently! 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Strategy to Deal With an Embarrassing Game (Don't let one embarrassing game destroy your season)

    Did you have an embarrassing game? These types of games are difficult to bounce back from and can quickly lead to fear and anxiety. Learn a powerful strategy to handle embarrassing games in a more productive way. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Why You Get Tight in Big Moments During Games

    Do you get tight in big moments? Learn why you choke under pressure and a simple, but powerful, strategy you can apply to come up clutch in these big moments. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  29. 489

    Why Do I Get Shaky Before Games, Even When I’m Prepared?

    Do you get shaky and really anxious before games? Learn why this happens and a simple strategy you can apply to manage your pregame stress. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  30. 488

    How do I stop overthinking at the plate?

    Do you overthink at the plate? Learn a strategy I teach to elite hitters to stop overthinking at the plate and hit with a calm and focused mind. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  31. 487

    Why Caring Too Much Hurts Your Performance (You’re Thinking Too Much)

    If you feel like you play worse in games than you do in practice, this is likely why. Caring too much about the outcome—how you play, what people think, whether you succeed or fail—pulls your focus away from the moment and into your head. In this episode, I break down why caring too much creates tension and hesitation, and how to shift your focus so you can play more freely and perform the way you know you’re capable of.Improve your self-talk video: https://youtu.be/S9GI6b-adCc 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  32. 486

    The Real Way to Improve Your Attitude in Sports

    🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  33. 485

    The Key to Being Consistent During Games

    🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  34. 484

    How to Handle Nervousness Before a Game

    🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  35. 483

    Stop Trying to Prove Yourself to Your Coaches or Parents

    In this episode, I go into detail on how trying to prove yourself holds you back, and provide you with two tips you can apply to stop playing with fear when coaches or parent sare watching.  🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  36. 482

    How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Players and Focus on Your Own Game

    In this episode, I break down how comparing yourself to other players hurts your game, and what you can do to stop this constant comparison. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  37. 481

    The Pre-Game Routine I Teach Athletes to Start Games Strong

    Learn a powerful pregame rouitne you can apply to your next competition to help you start games strong!Mindfulness video: https://youtu.be/Fp3Yxt2GHHU 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  38. 480

    Why You Feel Confident in Practice, But Not in Games

    Learn why you struggle with confidence during games, even if you're confident in practice! 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  39. 479

    Why Athletes Become Afraid of Making Mistakes

    In this episode, I go over what truly drives fear of mistakes in sports. I also give you two strategies you can begin applying to games if you currently are afraid of making mistakes. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  40. 478

    How Frustration Causes More Mistakes in Sports

    Why does frustration cause you to make more mistakes? In this episode, I discuss how frustration, either toward yourself or others, distracts you and results in more mistakes. I also go over a mindset shift to work on managing frustration during games. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  41. 477

    3 Signs Fear of Failure is Hurting Your Performance

    In this episode, you will learn the three signs you need to look out for that indicate fear of failure is controlling your game.How to Overcome Fear of Failure Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlwtJYzKCHU 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  42. 476

    The Psychology of Playing Scared in Sports

    In this episode, I go over why athletes play scared during games. Including the two major reasons why scared play forms, how scared play hurts your performance, and a few tips you can use to stop playing scared during competition.  🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  43. 475

    Why Athletes Hesitate During Games

    In this episode, I discuss the pattern that occurs when athletes hesitate. You'll learn what truly drives hesitation during competition, and a mindset shift you can make to stop hesitating during games. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  44. 474

    3 Reasons Athletes are Inconsistent During Games

    In this episode I go over three main reasons athletes are inconsistent during games. And three tips you can use to play better during games. 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  45. 473

    What to Say to Your Athlete After a Bad Game (Avoid This Mistake)

    In this episode, I explain what to say to your athlete after a bad game and how the wrong conversation can actually hurt their confidence moving forward. I break down how criticism increases fear and pressure, why athletes struggle to move on from poor performances, and how you can guide them to bounce back faster.🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes:If your athlete struggles with confidence, pressure, or letting one bad game turn into many, I work with athletes through my 12-week one-on-one mental performance coaching program.Learn more: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:When to talk to your athlete after a bad gameWhy criticism can increase fear and lower confidenceHow to shift their focus to effort, attitude, and controllablesHow to talk about mistakes in a way that builds confidenceHow to help them learn from mistakes without overthinkingWhy separating identity from performance is so important 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

  46. 472

    Why Trying too Hard Hurts Athletic Performance

    In this episode, I explain why trying too hard during games can actually hurt your performance. I break down how pressure leads to forcing outcomes, how that creates tension and slows reaction time, and the mindset shift you need to make to play freely and perform at your best in competition.🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes:If you struggle with overthinking during games, feeling tense under pressure, or playing worse in competition than you do in practice, I work with athletes through my 12-week one-on-one mental performance coaching program.Together, we build the mental skills needed to trust your instincts, stay present, and perform freely in high-pressure moments.Learn more: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why trying to force results leads to worse performanceHow pressure creates tension and blocks your natural abilityThe difference between effort and force during competitionWhy focusing on outcomes takes you out of the present momentHow tension slows reaction time across all sportsThe mindset shift that helps you play freely and trust your instincts 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    3 Reasons Athletes Play Great in Practice But Struggle in Games

    In this episode, I explain why athletes often play great in practice but struggle in games. I break down the three biggest mental reasons this happens—fear of making mistakes, overthinking with a practice mindset, and trying to over-control performance. I also share a simple mental shift you can use to start performing more freely and confidently in competition.🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes:If you struggle with overthinking, fear of mistakes, or performing worse in games than in practice, I work with athletes through my 12-week one-on-one mental performance coaching program. Together we build confidence, reduce performance anxiety, and help you trust your instincts so you can perform freely under pressure.Learn more: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/In this episode you’ll learn:• Why fear of making mistakes causes athletes to hold back in games• How a “practice mindset” leads to overthinking during competition• Why trying to control performance actually makes it worse• The difference between thinking and trusting during competition• A simple way to be more present and perform freely in games 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Why One Mistake Leads to More Mistakes in Sports

    In this episode, I explain why one mistake during a game often leads to many more mistakes. I break down the mental reaction that causes this snowball effect and share a simple reset technique athletes can use to stop mistakes from spiraling and return to confident performance.'🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for AthletesIf you struggle with overthinking, negative self-talk, or losing confidence after mistakes, I work with athletes through my 12-week one-on-one mental performance coaching program. Together we build confidence, reduce performance anxiety, and develop the mindset needed to compete freely under pressure.Learn more: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/In this episode you’ll learn:Why one mistake often leads to many more during competitionHow negative self-talk and fear cause mistakes to snowballWhy overthinking and trying to “force” good performance makes things worseA simple mental reset routine athletes can use after mistakesAdditional resources:Mentally Reset During Games: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/focus-training-for-sports/how-to-mentally-reset-during-games/ 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Why Athletes Lose Confidence After One Mistake

    In this episode, I explain why athletes lose confidence after one mistake and why a single error can cause negative thinking, fear, and hesitation during competition. I also share a simple mental reset strategy athletes can use to regain focus and prevent one mistake from turning into many more.🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for AthletesIf you struggle with confidence dropping after mistakes, negative self-talk, or fear of making another error during games, I work with athletes around the world through my 12-week one-on-one mental performance coaching program. Together we build confidence, reduce performance anxiety, and develop the mindset needed to perform freely during competition.👉 Learn more: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/In this episode you’ll learn:• Why athletes lose confidence after one mistake• How negative thinking causes confidence to drop during games• Why fear of making another mistake leads to hesitation• How one mistake can snowball into multiple mistakes• A simple mental reset strategy to regain focus during competitionAdditional Resources:Mental Reset Between Plays:https://youtu.be/YhkU84JxJJYFear of Failure in Sports Guide:https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/fear-of-failure-in-sports/overcome-fear-of-failure-in-sports/ 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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    Mental Coaching for Youth Athletes (Sports Psychology for Kids Explained)

    In this episode, I explain why mental coaching and sports psychology are so important for youth athletes. I cover the most common mental game challenges young athletes face, including fear of failure, performance anxiety, perfectionism, and negative self-talk.🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Youth Athletes:If your child struggles with confidence, pressure during games, or frustration after mistakes, I work with youth athletes through my 12-week one-on-one mental performance coaching program. Together we build confidence, reduce performance anxiety, and develop the mindset needed to perform freely in competition. Learn more: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coachingIn this episode you’ll learn:• Why mental coaching is important for youth athletes• The most common mental game challenges young athletes face• How fear of failure and perfectionism impact performance• Mental skills that build confidence and emotional control• Simple tools like self-talk, visualization, and breathingAdditional Resources:Mental coaching for youth athletes article: https://www.successstartswithin.com/sports-psychology-articles/sports-psychology-for-kids/mental-coaching-for-youth-athletes/ 🧠 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: If you’re struggling with confidence, anxiety, fear of failure, or overthinking during games—or you’re a parent of an athlete dealing with that—I work 1-on-1 with athletes to help them perform freely and confidently.Learn more about the program and see if it’s a good fit: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/🥇Team Mental Performance Coaching Program: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-coaching-for-teams/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical tr...

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The Sports Psychology Coaching Podcast by Eli Straw is a mental training podcast for athletes, competitors, coaches, and performers who want to improve confidence, focus, and performance under pressure. This podcast teaches practical sports psychology strategies to help athletes overcome fear of failure, performance anxiety, overthinking, and loss of confidence after mistakes so they can trust their training and compete freely.Each episode covers key mental performance topics, including:• Sports psychology and mental training for athletes• How to build confidence in sports• Overcoming performance anxiety and pressure• Trusting your training and competing without fear• Focus, composure, and mental toughness in competition• Letting go of overthinking and perfectionism• Visualization, mindfulness, and present-moment performance• How to perform consistently in games, races, and competitionsHosted by mental performance coach Eli Straw, this

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Eli Straw

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Sports Psychology Coaching have?

Sports Psychology Coaching currently has 50 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Sports Psychology Coaching about?

The Sports Psychology Coaching Podcast by Eli Straw is a mental training podcast for athletes, competitors, coaches, and performers who want to improve confidence, focus, and performance under pressure. This podcast teaches practical sports psychology strategies to help athletes overcome fear of...

How often does Sports Psychology Coaching release new episodes?

Sports Psychology Coaching has 50 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

Where can I listen to Sports Psychology Coaching?

You can listen to Sports Psychology Coaching on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts Sports Psychology Coaching?

Sports Psychology Coaching is created and hosted by Eli Straw.
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