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Female Athletes: The 30 Minute Re-Fueling Window MattersHave a protein + carb snack in your bag to help your recovery process. Like, a PB+J or a protein shaker bottle or a quality bar.Colleen Little (Athlete Lab Coach) PT, DPT, OCS is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the team physical therapist, strength coach and medical coordinator for the Nike Bowerman Track Club where she supports Olympic and professional runners.

JAMIE TRUPPI s an Integrative Nutritionist (MS, Nutrition; CNS - Certified Nutrition Specialist®and The Athlete Lab Coach - Nutrition & Recovery

One Bad Play Doesn't Ruin Your Game, Your Reaction Does.Next Play Mindset: "Reset. I'm Ready."Zak Taylor, Director of Player Development at Oregon State University Beaver Baseball, and The Athlete Lab Coach - Mental Performance

Opening Day, Big Game? Same Process.That's the separator.Zak Taylor, Director of Player Development at Oregon State University Beaver Baseball, and The Athlete Lab Coach - Mental Performance

Nerves? It Means You're Ready To Go. That what you're doing is worthwhile.Accept the feelings and let them flow through you.Zak Taylor, Director of Player Development at Oregon State University Beaver Baseball, and The Athlete Lab Coach - Mental Performance

Game Day Nerves? Focus on Your Process.Focus on 3 things you control every play. Everything else settles.Zak Taylor, Director of Player Development at Oregon State University Beaver Baseball, and The Athlete Lab Coach - Mental Performance

Using real-time training feedback to adjust lifts and maintain performance during long seasons.From Boost+ episode with pro baseball player Conner Menez.

Why eating enough calories and protein matters. And especially for athletes who are still growing. From Boost+ episode 2 with pro baseball player Conner Menez.

How writing before and after games helps athletes process emotions and track progress.From Boost+ episode with pro baseball player Conner Menez.

The athletes who last the longest learn to love the process of competing, not just the outcome.The desire to test yourself.
To get better.
To prove to yourself what you're capable of.From Boost+ Episode 2 with pro baseball player Conner Menez.

How velocity-based training builds power that transfers to pitching and hitting.From Boost+ Episode 2 with pro baseball player Conner Menez.

The athletes who stay confident and competitive remember why they started playing in the first place. It's fun.From Boost+ Episode 2 with pro baseball player Conner Menez.

Elite athletes don't ignore negative thoughts. They replace them.From Boost+ Episode 2 with pro baseball player Conner Menez.

Come to the field with a plan and let discipline — not motivation — drive your progress.From Boost+ Episode 2 with pro baseball player Conner Menez.

Ready for D1? Goals Don't Separate You. Daily Action Does. Be Consistent.Zak Taylor. Oregon State University Baseball.From Boost+ Episode 1.

Ready for D1? Don't Drift. Create Structure.Days Matter. Weeks Compound. Months Seperate You.Zak Taylor. Oregon State University Baseball.From Boost+ Episode 1.

Ready for D1? Stop "Winging" It.Dial In A Mental Process You Can Trust. Repeatable. Reliable. Confident. Zak Taylor. Oregon State University Baseball.From Boost+ Episode 1.

Ready for D1? Be Intentional. Set The Tone.Even With The Most Routine Things. The Small Things Become The Big Things.Zak Taylor. Oregon State University Baseball.From Boost+ Episode 1.

Ready for D1? Get Strong. Make It Transfer. Train In A Way That Transfers On Field. Zak Taylor. Oregon State University Baseball.From Boost+ Episode 1.

What we usually ask: What is my goal?The real question: Who do you want to be?Then ask, What would that version of me do today?Train. Mindset reps. Feel grateful. Stack a day, even if motivation is low.Then, watch the outcomes (goals) reveal themselves.From Episode 12 in the Mental Performance Coaching Series on "Turning Goals into a Plan and Daily Actions".

Most athletes spend hours training.Few are actually developing.In this extended Boost+ episode, Andrew Wrisley, founder of The Athlete Lab, sits down with professional pitcher Conner Menez to break down the difference.After 10 years in professional baseball, Conner shares what truly separates athletes who keep improving from those who plateau - and why the answer isn’t just working harder in the gym.This episode covers:Why competition and love of the game drive long-term successHow elite athletes handle failure and reset mentallyThe importance of having a plan every day you train or competeWhy explosive, sport-specific training matters more than just lifting heavyHow professional athletes maintain strength and power during long seasonsThe role of journaling, reflection, and mental preparationWhy nutrition and recovery impact performance more than most athletes realizeYou’ll also hear why the best athletes don’t just show up and “work out” — they train with intent, structure, and a system designed to develop their performance over time.This conversation is for driven athletes, parents, and coaches who want a deeper understanding of what real athlete development looks like.Jump to the section that helps your game most:0:00 — Intro: Pro Baseball Q&A with Conner MenezQuick intro to the episode and Conner’s background in pro baseball.0:20 — What Keeps a Pro Athlete MotivatedConner explains why competition — not just results — keeps him training and playing after 10 years in pro baseball.2:06 — Trusting the Process (Versus Chasing Results)Why the daily work in the gym, arm care, and mechanics builds confidence when it’s game time.3:05 — Don’t Forget to Have Fun Playing the GameHow remembering the love of the game helps athletes stay mentally strong during slumps.4:42 — Baseball Is a Game of FailureHow pro players deal with failure and stay mentally locked in during tough stretches.5:11 — How Pro Players Reset After MistakesFlipping negative thoughts into positive actions: A simple mindset shift that helps pitchers and hitters reset after mistakes.7:18 — The Mental Training Pro Athletes Actually DoWhy Conner journals daily to dial in a daily plan, and how it helps performance.9:00 — Why Journaling Improves PerformanceHow writing before and after games helps athletes process emotions and track progress.12:20 — Why Explosive Training Matters for BaseballHow velocity-based training builds power that transfers to pitching and hitting.14:48 — Staying Explosive During a Long SeasonUsing real-time training feedback to adjust lifts and maintain performance during long seasons.16:19 — How to Train During The Busy In-SeasonHow professional players fit lifting into chaotic game schedules.19:20 — Why Nutrition Matters for PerformanceWhy eating enough calories and protein matters during long seasons. And especially for athletes who are still growing. 23:14 — Power Starts from the Ground (Feet & Mobility)Why foot strength, mobility, and movement quality impact power and velocity.25:47 — The Most Important Advice for Young AthletesCome to the field with a plan and let discipline — not motivation — drive your progress.Listen in, and boost your mindset with the courage to chase into your goals.🎧 Boost:Your <2-minute spark for growth—actionable insights to fuel your game and your life.🎧 Boost+: Extended sessions—10+ minutes of deeper strategies, stories, and breakthroughs to unlock your full potential.

Focus on the controllables.

Build structure around you, ask for help, and build a plan to get to where you want to be.

If you have any type of fatigue, look at your breakfast, are you eating it, is it nourishing?

Come In To A Training Session Fueled To Give Yourself The Best Opportunity To Perform

Nourshing food supports the body + the mind. Be well, play well.

Why Proper Fueling Is Important for Athletes

Coach Wris discussed why it's important to keep training during your in-season. And briefly how The Athlete Lab approaches in season training.

Nourishing food allows athletes better coordination (physical) + focus (mental)

We are always in choice about how we respond.

Goals are easy.Having a plan and sticking to it is what actually works.This video (full episode) shows you how.

What does it really take to play at the next level?In this extended Boost+ episode, Zak Taylor, Director of Player Development for Oregon State Baseball, sits down with Andrew Wrisley, Founder and Strength Coach at The Athlete Lab, for an honest conversation about what separates athletes as competition gets tougher.They break down:What college coaches look for beyond raw skill (02:48)Why intent and preparation matter more than motivation (05:49)Why dominating the warm-up sets the tone for performance (06:24)How to stay focused one rep, one pitch, one moment at a time (07:04)Importance of highly-structured environments to drive results (09:00)How “small wins” compound into real progress (10:00)The difference between being strong in the gym and being sport-strong (13:14)This episode is packed with practical mindset tools athletes can apply immediately—whether you’re training, competing, or just trying to stay consistent during a busy season.If you’re a driven athlete (or a parent of one) who wants a clearer roadmap for development, confidence, and performance, this conversation is for you.Listen in, and boost your mindset with the courage to chase into your goals.🎧 Boost:Your <2-minute spark for growth—actionable insights to fuel your game and your life.🎧 Boost+: Extended sessions—10+ minutes of deeper strategies, stories, and breakthroughs to unlock your full potential.

Goals are easy.Having a plan and sticking to it is what actually works.(The full episode 12 shows you how.)

Your first opportunity to get yourself in a different category of ability to perform

Nutrition is flexible, make sure it's anchored in a positive space

A STRONG MENTAL GAME IS BUILT, NOT BOUGHT. It’s not a switch you flip once.It’s a skill that grows over time.Every rep of effort.Every lesson from competition.Every reflection after a win—or a loss.The more you invest, the stronger it compounds. That’s how athletes unlock their full potential.

You get to decide how you react to something

Life gets a lot simpler and enthusiasm stays high

Protect your energy, and chances of success, by deciding which thoughts to feed.

Learn to Love Nutrient Dense Food

Learn to love good food! Nutrient dense food result in better performance, sleep, energy, mindset and overall well being.

Avoid starting your day in energy deficit - eat breakfast and kick ass!

The power of visualization. Our brains don't know the difference between actual experiences and visualization - the more you envision success the more it happens.

Our ability to redirect our focus in response to adversity is key in high level sport.

Embrace Opportunity. From the dugout of the College World Series in Omaha 🏟️⚾ to right here at The Athlete Lab, Zak brings lessons learned on the biggest stage in college baseball—straight to YOU.

From the dugout of the College World Series in Omaha 🏟️⚾ to right here at The Athlete Lab, Zak brings lessons learned on the biggest stage in college baseball—straight to YOU.

Two types of athletes.The ones who just look like they’re out there……and the ones who look ready to dominate.Have an edge.Bring the giddy up.Move with purpose—warmups, game time, every second in between.Hustle everywhere.Carry yourself like someone who’s here to win.Tempo isn’t optional. It’s your standard. Set the standard.Find your next gear! Zak digs into what it means to “compete”.Full coaching video (26 min - episode 8 in the Mental Performance series) available for members log in to the Digital Athlete Lounge at athletelabtraining.com

Zak introduces the 3-3-6 method

Maximize re-fueling after exercise for strongest recovery and gains.

Staying in the moment = calm, cool, collected.