Unlocked: Mental Performance, Physical Results

Open door or closed door policy? What is your communication policy with your team? What is your comfort level in communicating with your coach?Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

When you are asked about your goals, do you dream big or play it safe? Are you humble or too humble? Do you know the difference? Coach Eric talks about a recent sit-down with a baseball coach and teaches you to dream big.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

Injuries are part of the game, but they don't have to be the end. Coach Eric give you the quick hit you need to get back into the game.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

While watching a couple of post-grad teams play baseball, I noticed a difference in the on-field stress levels compared to high school and travel ball.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

Laces to Braces, Chalk to Chalk... anything close and most things that aren't. When you have two strikes, you have to protect. This is true in any endeavor. You will learn the difference between the perceived zone and the functional zone in this quick hit from Coach Eric.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

You are good at what you do... usually. Ready to bust out of your slump? I mean to say, YOU ARE READY to bust out of your slump, and Coach Eric is here to help.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

You are good at what you do... usually. Ready to bust out of your slump? I mean to say, YOU ARE READY to bust out of your slump, and Coach Eric is here to help.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

You are good at what you do... usually. Ready to bust out of your slump? I mean to say, YOU ARE READY to bust out of your slump, and Coach Eric is here to help.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

Congratulations!!! You are good enough to notice that you aren't doing well right now. You are in a slump. Coach Eric introduces the concept of being in a slump and the first step to getting out of it. Start here and tune in for more episodes, taking a deeper dive into slump-busting.

Meet the simple self-scouting sheet that can help you identify your strengths and weaknesses. Track yourself over time and see the progress you are making in your journey.

Coach Eric discusses how to develop your on-field persona to enhance visibility, confidence, and productivity. Learn the benefits of developing a louder level of confidence without falling into the cocky jerk trap. Your skills and dedication warrant a healthy dose of constructive arrogance.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

Coach Eric discusses how to develop your on-field persona to enhance visibility, confidence, and productivity in this short video. Get a quick hit on constructive arrogance and stay tuned for a deeper dive into the topic.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

On this episode, Coach Eric tells you about a different showcase he is visiting. You'll learn how knowing your options and finding the right fit can help you become the best athlete you can be. So join Coach Eric and Southfield Showcase in Detroit and start planning your next step.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!

On this episode, you will learn the difference between playing hurt and playing injured... and some other options. Coach Eric shares valuable lessons on managing pain and playing through discomfort, even when he's not fully ready to play.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Winning is fun. Losing is... well, I hate losing. On this episode, explore the worst of losing and how to make the best of it. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Coach Eric tackles the age-old debate between the mentalities of 'Play for Fun' and 'Win at all Costs'. Surprising no one, this will take us 3 episodes to discuss. Part 1 kicked it off, introduced the topic, and helped you understand the pros and cons of the 'Play for Fun' model. Part 2 discusses the 'Win at All Costs' model and provides you with functional information for players, coaches, and parents. Is it just chasing trophies, or are the life lessons of dedication, hard work, and discipline part of the package?Part 3 introduces the third-party candidate. Hey, if a third-party guy can be elected governor, we can introduce one here in the age-old debate of Fun vs. Winning. Join Coach Eric as he explores the development-first model and how it can combine the best of winning and fun, with a focus on development that minimizes the fallout. Nothing is perfect, but join Coach Eric on a journey to find better.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Coach Eric tackles the age-old debate between the mentalities of 'Play for Fun' and 'Win at all Costs'. Surprising no one, this will take us 3 episodes to discuss. Part 1 kicked it off, introduced the topic, and helped you understand the pros and cons of the 'Play for Fun' model. Part 2 discusses the 'Win at All Costs' model and provides you with functional information for players, coaches, and parents. This model may bring you immediate success, but there are no guarantees. Is the sacrifice worth it? Is it just chasing trophies, or are the life lessons of dedication, hard work, and discipline part of the package? Listen in as Coach Eric talks about the duality of selling out to win. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Coach Eric tackles the age-old debate between the mentalities of 'Play for Fun' and 'Win at all Costs'. Surprising no one, this will take us 3 episodes to discuss. Part 1 will kick it off, introduce the topic, and help you understand the pros and cons of the 'Play for Fun' model. Coaches, players, and parents should understand team structures and their impacts on and off the field. In this episode, you will learn how to balance wanting 'more' while enjoying recreational play with your friends. As a coach, please don't ignore the value of this model. It could be the difference between fun and no fun... winning and not winning... and so much more.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

We'll get back to mental performance skills soon, but first, let's get our heads around stats! In this episode, Coach Eric explains how to determine the relevance of a statistic, what criteria to use for self-evaluation, and how to assess yourself in sports, using baseball batting averages as an example. Listen today and learn how you too can become a Change Gamer Star!Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Hey Coach, today's rant... I mean, the episode is for you! Coach Eric dives into the pressure players feel from not only the greater world but specifically from their coaches. As coaches, it is important that we understand the effect our techniques have on our players. This episode is also essential for players and parents. It may not speak directly to you, but it will help you understand your relationship with your coach. Once you understand that a little better, you can more easily apply the other lesson Coach Eric discusses. So please tune in, and let's grow together.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

On today's episode, Coach Eric reflects on Coaches, Players, and Parents following a week of high school spring training baseball in Florida.

After a fun but trouble-filled episode on the topic of the Reset Routine, Coach Eric is taking another swing at resetting to get you back to top performance. This episode will help you with the skills to step back, take a breath, and get back to work with improved mental strength.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

This episode is a trainwreck. I had equipment failure, I forgot to silence my phone, my middle school son walked into the middle of the show, and my sound levels were all over the place. I should delete it and start over. So why am I publishing this nonsense? Mental Performance comes with good days and bad days. This was an awful day... but it also was a great day. It is my first time trying to have one of my kids get on the show. We had a ton of fun, learned some things, and I can still make this episode in a clean fashion down the road.So, please give it a listen, forgive the quality, and enjoy the interactions. Understand that you will have bad days on this journey. Don't let that wear you down. Find the positive and focus on your improvement.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Ready to turn negative stress into a positive force in your process to progress? Join Coach Eric as he tackles flipping the script on your stress. Get the tools you need to start improving your mental strength today.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Coach Eric helps you with two key concepts in building your success through mental performance. You will learn the importance of having a mental strength day. Like physical training, you must dedicate time to honing your mental skills.With those mental skills in mind, you must also remember to incorporate recovery into your mental strength training. You need physical and mental recovery for your mind to function at its best. You need your body and mind running at a high level to reach your full potential. So, tune in with Coach Eric and get better.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Initially, episode 2 was going to outline the concept of physical results from mental simulas. However, once we got into recording, it became evident that burnout could affect our listeners. So, Coach Eric splits topic two into parts 1 and 2. Both episodes will address the background of mental affecting physical as a basis for mental performance coaching and improving your everyday performance.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Initially, episode 2 was going to outline the concept of physical results from mental simulas. However, once we got into recording, it became evident that burnout could affect our listeners. So, Coach Eric splits topic two into parts 1 and 2. Both episodes will address the background of mental affecting physical as a basis for mental performance coaching and improving your everyday performance.Just a heads up, the introduction to this episode is a little rough around the edges. It may not be for every listener. It is specifically designed to help you experience the topic. If it bothers you, please fast forward about 60 seconds and start back up again.Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

On this initial episode of Unlocked: Mental Performance, Physical Results, Coach Eric takes a trip down memory lane to discuss the importance of mental fortitude, strength, and resiliency in athletic performance. Learn how your outlook on the hard parts of sports can impact your ability to reach your goals. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel!*This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Get ready for what's coming with this song about mental performance training. Music is a great way to visualize your future success. Check out episode one for the first tool in your new Mental Performance Toolbox. Coach Eric has 20 years of coaching and trainer experience. He is a certified Master Practitioner, Mental Performance Certified, and has a B.S. from Ohio University. His coaching approach involves skill training, philosophy, and ranting... because sometimes you have to say what you feel! *This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.