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Are you training the mental game for your athlete?
In competitive sports, the physical aspect often overshadows an equally crucial component: the mental game. But what happens when coaches don’t focus on this aspect? In this episode, I share insights from Darcy, a sports mom, and her daughter Whitney, a 15-year-old competitive figure skater, about their journey in training the mental side of athletics.
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Do you want to help your athlete boost her game day confidence? In this episode of the Raising Elite Competitors podcast, we’re diving into the number one way to achieve just that!
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Are you struggling to communicate with your teen athlete?
Parenting a teenager, especially an athlete, can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. In this episode of the Raising Elite Competitors Podcast, we delve into expert advice from Jeanine Mawchawer, a life coach specializing in helping parents of teenagers. Her insights offer a new perspective on how to effectively communicate with your teen athlete, especially during times of disappointment and self-criticism.
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Mistakes are an inevitable part in any sport, but how quickly can you recover from them? This is a burning question for many athletes, and the key to overcoming this challenge lies in understanding and implementing effective strategies. Let’s dive into some practical tips that can help you snap back from mistakes with agility and confidence.
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Let’s be honest: sometimes the hardest part of youth sports isn’t the games, the practices, or even the tough losses. It’s the sideline drama.
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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.
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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?
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Raise a confident girl athlete
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Let’s be honest: sometimes the hardest part of youth sports isn’t the games, the practices, or even the tough losses. It’s the sideline drama.
listen now
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.
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Hey, athlete. Let’s talk about something that’s probably been wrecking your game and you don’t even realize it. Ever played against a team or opponent you know you should crush… only to end up playing just as bad as they are? Your energy drops. Your focus fades. Suddenly, you’re making sloppy mistakes you’d never make […]
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Let’s be honest: sometimes the hardest part of youth sports isn’t the games, the practices, or even the tough losses. It’s the sideline drama.
listen now
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.
listen now
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?
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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?
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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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Have you ever felt like you’re all in when it comes to supporting your daughter’s sports journey, but your partner just doesn’t see the value in mental training? Maybe they don’t fully understand why it’s important for your daughter’s success, not just in her sport, but in life. If you’ve found yourself stuck in this situation, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re in the right place!
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Picture this: Your athlete walks into her next season unshaken by mistakes, laser-focused under pressure, and radiating confidence. No more spiraling after a bad play, no more crumbling under stress, no more repeating last season’s struggles. That transformation doesn’t happen by accident and it doesn’t happen during the season. It starts right now, in the offseason.
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Hey, athlete. Let’s talk about something that’s probably been wrecking your game and you don’t even realize it. Ever played against a team or opponent you know you should crush… only to end up playing just as bad as they are? Your energy drops. Your focus fades. Suddenly, you’re making sloppy mistakes you’d never make […]
