397. Transitions - Coach Amanda

In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Coach Kristina is back to talk to us about when to apply the training that comes with mental performance training. It can be tricky to know exactly when to use techniques during performance. Listen along with Coach Kristina as she guides us through the application of mental training in regards to time of day, time of performance, and what works person to person.

In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Dr. Nicole returns to the podcast to talk with us about goals. As Dr. Nicole states, good athletes set goals, but great athletes are focused on their daily systems. What does this mean? Tune in to listen along to find out what systems are and how we can use them for daily improvement.

In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Coach Becky is here to talk to us about her experience working with neurodivergent athletes. Becky gives us five tips on working with neurodivergent athletes including the language we use and much more advice. Tune in to learn more about neurodivergent means in athletes as well as being a coach or leader with these special athletes.

In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Coach Stephanie talks to us about dealing with fear in athletics. Athletes can subconsciously give lesser effort as a defense to potential failure or judgement. How can we work through this? Listen along with Coach Stephanie as she guides us through this possible experience!

In the newest episode of Becoming HeadStrong, Coach Hillary is back to talk to us about processing new information. Specifically, this episode is targeted for those who struggle to learn all sorts of new information in a short period of time. An example of this could be learning a playbook before the season as this can be difficult to take in at once. This is similar to trying to drink out of a fire hose. Listen along with Coach Hillary to learn some new ways to digest lots of information quickly!

In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Coach Josh returns to build off his last episode on earning respect as a leader. Using the real world example of Gregg Popovich, Head Coach of the San Antonio Spurs, Josh breaks down some of the key factors he has used and developed to foster one of the best professional sport cultures in a major sport. Tune in to learn more!

In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Coach Chelsea talks about a topic called "Magic Button Thinking." This plays a role in our confidence and motivation everyday. If you could press a magic button and make one thing happen, what would it do? Our confidence can come from past accomplishments, seeing growth in yourself in a task through practice, etc. It cannot come from the push of the magic button. Listen along with Coach Chelsea to learn more about this type of thinking, finding the joy in pursuit of confidence, and more!

In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Coach Amanda talks more about what we do as mental performance coaches. There are key differences between the different fields or sectors of psychology. Amanda breaks these down, so we can find what we are looking for. Listen in with Amanda to learn more about our field!

In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Dr. Nick interviews Ashley Samson, a professor from the University of Kentucky. Dr. Samson teaches courses in Sport Psychology and Sport Sociology and has also worked as a consultant herself with individual athletes and teams. Join Dr. Nick and Dr. Samson as they talk about the inner workings of sport psychology, the approach to working with athletes, and more!

In the newest episode of Becoming HeadStrong, Coach Kristina is here to talk about boundaries. Specifically, how do we push those boundaries as we start the new year? As we go through the year and the motivation and discpline start to fade, how do we push through it? IT starts now with embracing the change upfront and preparing for the challenges that will arise. Listen along with Coach Kristina as she guides us through getting started and staying on track with the simple letters, ABCD, in mind.