As parents and coaches, we want our girl athletes to be strong, confident, and resilient, not just in their sport, but in life. And one of the most powerful ways to build that confidence? Teaching them how to fuel their bodies intentionally while developing essential life skills in the kitchen.
Have you ever felt the pressure – whether from coaches, other parents, or even yourself – that your daughter has to pick one sport and stick with it? Maybe you’ve heard, “If she doesn’t specialize now, she’ll never get a scholarship,” or “She needs to focus on one position to make the travel team.” Sound familiar?
Hey athletes! Let’s talk about something we’ve all dealt with: that awful spiral of negative thoughts. You know the one. It starts with “What if I mess up?” and suddenly, your brain’s racing with worst-case scenarios. You’re stuck in your head, doubting yourself, and it feels impossible to shake it off. Sound familiar?
If you’re a sports mom and your daughter is suddenly freezing up during practice or competition – even though she’s done the skill a hundred times before – you’re not alone. It can be confusing and frustrating to watch. You may think, “She used to do this with no problem! Why won’t she just do it now?”
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EPISODE 113 | MAY 27 2022
The Recovery Habits That Prevent Burnout and Injury 💤💪
What Every Sports Mom Needs to Know
If your daughter is training hard, showing up consistently, and still feeling exhausted, frustrated, or injured, it’s probably not a motivation problem.
👉 It’s a recovery problem.
In this episode of the Raising Elite Competitors Podcast, Coach Bre sits down with Kelsey Lensman (@xpandyourlimit), founder of Xpand Your Limits and a mobility and recovery expert inside Dream Team, to break down what recovery really means for girl athletes and how it directly impacts confidence, performance, and long-term health.
Here’s what every sports mom should know.
If your daughter is an athlete, you’ve probably seen it: the self-doubt, the negative self-talk, the spiral after one tiny mistake. She beats herself up, focuses on the bad, and lets her confidence crumble before she even steps onto the field or court. Sound familiar? Here’s the hard truth: if she doesn’t learn how to handle these mental battles, she’ll never reach her full potential.
From Rock Bottom to Varsity: How Kate Rebuilt Her Confidence and Fell Back in Love With Her Sport
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Unlocking Potential: Ella’s Path to Becoming a Champion Swimmer
Every athlete has a unique journey, but few embody resilience and dedication like Ella Wiley, our November Athlete of the Month. As a sophomore on her high school swim team, Ella’s story is not only about her impressive achievements but also about the mindset and pre-competition routines that drive her success.
When Your Athlete Spirals Mid Game: How to Help Her Rewire Her Brain for Confidence
The Moment Every Sports Mom Recognizes 💔
How to Help Your Athlete Thrive Under Pressure (Not Crumble!)
Pressure. Every athlete feels it—the butterflies before the big game, the sweaty palms before the free throw, that moment when everything’s on the line.
tips specifically for our athletes!
The Recovery Habits That Prevent Burnout and Injury 💤💪
What Every Sports Mom Needs to Know
If your daughter is training hard, showing up consistently, and still feeling exhausted, frustrated, or injured, it’s probably not a motivation problem.
👉 It’s a recovery problem.
In this episode of the Raising Elite Competitors Podcast, Coach Bre sits down with Kelsey Lensman (@xpandyourlimit), founder of Xpand Your Limits and a mobility and recovery expert inside Dream Team, to break down what recovery really means for girl athletes and how it directly impacts confidence, performance, and long-term health.
Here’s what every sports mom should know.
Unlocking Potential: Ella’s Path to Becoming a Champion Swimmer
Every athlete has a unique journey, but few embody resilience and dedication like Ella Wiley, our November Athlete of the Month. As a sophomore on her high school swim team, Ella’s story is not only about her impressive achievements but also about the mindset and pre-competition routines that drive her success.
Have you ever watched your daughter doubt herself right before a big game? Or wondered if the words you say are helping or hurting her confidence? If you’ve been there – grappling with how to support her without overstepping – you’re not alone. Here, we get into practical ways to give your athlete the confidence boost she needs, exactly when she needs it most. Whether it’s a tough practice, pre-game jitters, or post-game reflections, the right words can make all the difference.
If your daughter is an athlete, you’ve probably seen it: the self-doubt, the negative self-talk, the spiral after one tiny mistake. She beats herself up, focuses on the bad, and lets her confidence crumble before she even steps onto the field or court. Sound familiar? Here’s the hard truth: if she doesn’t learn how to handle these mental battles, she’ll never reach her full potential.
When Your Athlete Spirals Mid Game: How to Help Her Rewire Her Brain for Confidence
The Moment Every Sports Mom Recognizes 💔
From Rock Bottom to Varsity: How Kate Rebuilt Her Confidence and Fell Back in Love With Her Sport
What One Soccer Mom Got Wrong After Games… and the Simple Shift That Changed Everything
If post-game car rides feel tense, emotional, or unpredictable, you are not alone.
If you’ve ever sat behind the wheel after a game thinking, “I want to help her… but everything I say seems to make it worse,” this story will speak directly to you.
College Recruiting Made Easy: How Your Athlete Can Get Noticed Without Draining Your Time, Energy, or Wallet If your daughter has ever looked at you after a big game and confidently (or nervously) said, “I want to play in college,” you’ve probably felt two things at once: Because supporting her dream is important to you. […]