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Summer Confidence Series (Part 3 of 4): Flip Your Daughter's Negative Mindset Using This Simple Tool Jul 23, 2024

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Hey sports parents! Here's part three of our special summer confidence series, dedicated to you, who is juggling life while supporting your young athletes.
This episode dives deep into the mental game of helping our daughters flip their negative mindsets and build unwavering confidence.
What’s Covered:

A practical tool for shifting negative thoughts to positive actions.
How your own self-talk shapes your daughter’s confidence.
Success stories from athletes like Genevieve and Lily, who transformed their performance by shifting their self-talk
Surrounding your daughter with a supportive network of coaches, teammates, and parents.
Guiding your daughter through challenges.
Building a mentally strong athlete starts with the right mindset.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00:07] Welcome back to the Racing Elite Competitors podcast! Coach Bri introduces part three of the summer confidence series.
[00:01:39] Listener shoutout: A mom shares how the Elite Mental Game program boosted her daughter's performance.
[00:03:30] Discover the importance of mental training for both athletes and parents.
[00:05:00] The confidence self-talk process explained.
[00:09:58] Real-life examples of athletes shifting their mindset and achieving success.
[00:14:55] The impact of a parent's self-talk on their daughter's confidence.
Next Steps:

Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
Enroll in The Elite Mental Game - our self-paced training program proven to strengthen your athlete’s mental game and confidence with a $400 discount here!
Visit our podcast website for more great episodes

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Summer Confidence Series (Part 2 of 4): The ONE Skill Your Daughter Needs So She Can Shake Off Mistakes Faster Jul 16, 2024

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Ever seen your daughter struggle after a mistake in a game, her confidence shaken? Or heard her replaying errors long after the match ends? It’s tough to watch her face these challenges.
In this episode, we focus on a vital skill every young athlete needs: the Snapback Routine. Discover how this powerful practice helps athletes bounce back quickly and confidently from setbacks, both in sports and in life.

We cover:

Understanding the psychology behind overcoming mistakes.
Practical steps to implement the Snapback Routine effectively.
Real-life success stories showcasing its impact on young athletes.

Join me to learn how to equip your daughter with the resilience she needs to thrive. Click play now and empower her journey towards mental strength and success!
Episode Highlights:
[00:00] Mental skills training for girl athletes to overcome mistakes and setbacks. The importance of one specific skill for athletes to shake off mistakes faster.
[01:53] Teaching athletes to overcome mistakes quickly and confidently.
[05:54] How athletes can overcome mistakes and regain confidence through preloading, awareness of triggers, and a personalized "snapback" routine.
[10:45] Helping young gymnasts overcome mistakes and build confidence.
Next Steps:

Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
Enroll in The Elite Mental Game - our self-paced training program proven to strengthen your athlete’s mental game and confidence with a $400 discount here!
Visit our podcast website for more great episodes

Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Join our FREE live training for sports parents: The Do's and Don'ts of Strengthening Your Athlete's Mental Game! -> REGISTER HERE

Summer Confidence Series (Part 1 of 4): The Unintentional Ways Parents Lower Confidence In Their Athlete (and what to do instead) Jul 09, 2024

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Hey sports parents! Are you wondering how to boost your athlete's confidence this summer? Join me as we discuss some crucial insights to help your girl shine on the field.

In this episode, we unpack the unintentional ways parents can unintentionally hinder their athlete's confidence and what you can do instead.

What’s Covered:

Hear a heartwarming success story from Brittany's daughters, showing how mental tools can turn setbacks into triumphs.
Learn about common traps like expecting confidence to grow naturally with experience.
Discover why relying solely on coaches for mental training might not be enough.
Understand why viewing challenges as just phases might limit your athlete's potential.
Explore how confidence truly starts in the mind and impacts on-field performance.
Learn about the Elite Performance Formula – combining sport knowledge, physical training, and mental skills for athlete success.
Get a sneak peek into our upcoming Summer Confidence Series episodes focusing on practical strategies to empower your athlete.

Ready to help your athlete reach new heights? Tune in to the full episode and empower your parenting game!
Episode Highlights:

[00:28] Goal of the Podcast Series. Discover the purpose of this podcast series, focusing on building confidence in girl athletes through mental performance coaching.
[01:35] Member Highlight: Brittany. Highlighting a success story from our program, Brittany's daughters overcame competition nerves and setbacks using mental training tools. It illustrates how effective mental strategies can transform performance under pressure.
[03:55] Common Traps for Sports Parents. Discussing pitfalls like expecting coaches to handle all mental aspects, assuming confidence grows naturally with experience, and viewing challenges as temporary phases. These misconceptions can hinder an athlete's potential.
[10:25] Importance of Mental Training. Exploring how confidence starts in the mind and impacts performance on the field. Negative self-talk and unmanaged emotions can significantly affect an athlete's ability to perform at their best.
[12:28] Elite Performance Formula. Introducing our approach that combines sport knowledge, physical training, and mental skills as essential components for athlete success. This holistic formula enhances performance and resilience across all levels of competition.
[18:07] Upcoming Summer Confidence Series. Previewing future episodes focusing on practical strategies: overcoming mistakes, flipping negative mindsets, and becoming a supportive safe space for athletes. These insights aim to empower parents to actively support their child's mental growth.
Next Steps:

Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
Enroll in The Elite Mental Game - our self-paced training program proven to strengthen your athlete’s mental game and confidence with a $400 discount here!
Visit our podcast website for more great episodes

Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Join our FREE live training for sports parents: The Do's and Don'ts of Strengthening Your Athlete's Mental Game! -> REGISTER HERE

Lessons Learned From Our Mom-Daughter Costa Rica Retreat That You Can Use with Your Own Athlete! Jul 02, 2024

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In this episode, Coach Bre shares the incredible experiences and lessons from the recent mom-daughter retreat in Costa Rica. Discover how getting out of your comfort zone, investing in confidence, being a role model, and finding community can transform your relationship with your athlete and her mental game.

What's Covered

Importance of shared experiences
Moms and daughters participated in activities together
Yoga sessions about mental clarity and strength
Mental training sessions

Curious to learn more? Listen to the full podcast episode!

Apply the Lessons Today
Your daughter can have the confidence and mental strength she needs to excel in sports and life. The skills we taught at the retreat are not exclusive to the waves of Costa Rica; they are practical tools you can start using today.
Episode Highlights:

[00:01:03] Coach Bree introduces the retreat and its purpose, focusing on building mental strength and enhancing the mother-daughter bond.
[00:02:47] Lesson 1: Getting out of your comfort zone is the key to growth.
[00:06:26] Lesson 2: You will never regret investing in your daughter's confidence and mental game.
[00:08:55] Lesson 3: You are the closest and most influential example of confidence in your daughter's life.
[00:10:37] Lesson 4: Investing in tools and community to support you and your athlete is invaluable.
[00:14:00] Future plans and how to get involved with Elite Mental Game and other programs.
Next Steps:

Join The Elite Mental Game with a $400 Discount here!
Register here for free! *Relay available
Visit our podcast website for more great episodes

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Join our FREE live training for sports parents: The Do's and Don'ts of Strengthening Your Athlete's Mental Game! -> REGISTER HERE

How I Became a Mental Performance Coach (and how to know if you should too) w/ Lindsey Wilson, Founder of Positive Performance Training Jun 11, 2024

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In this special episode of the Raising Elite Competitors podcast, I'm interviewed by Lindsey Wilson, the founder of Positive Performance Training and the Mindset Coach Academy. We talk about my journey to becoming a mental performance coach and share valuable insights for anyone interested in this field.
What's Covered

My journey to becoming a mental performance coach
Initial inspiration and challenges faced
The certification process and its benefits
Overcoming doubts and fears
Balancing life as a coach, entrepreneur, and mom
Transitioning from teaching to full-time coaching
Addressing common concerns about entering the field
Lindsey’s insights on the evolving field and specializations

Curious to learn more? Listen to the full podcast episode to get all the details and insights on becoming a mental performance coach. Join me and Lindsey Wilson as we explore the process and answer common questions.
Register for the Webinar
If you're at all interested in becoming a mental performance coach, join Lindsey and I at our upcoming webinar June 18th at 3pm ET (2PM CT / 12PM PT)! Register for "5 Questions You Must Ask Before Becoming A Mental Performance Coach" here.
For Guest Interview Email: lindseyh.wilson@gmail.com
Episode Highlights:

[00:00] Balancing entrepreneurship, motherhood, and mental performance coaching
[06:17] Becoming a mental performance coach for high school teams.
[09:43] Mental performance coaching for athletes, certification process, and business model development.
[15:44] Overcoming fears and doubts to pursue a new career path as a mental performance coach.
[20:06] Mental performance coaching for athletes, emphasizing the importance of personal branding and niche expertise.
[23:16] Certification options for mental performance coaches in various niches, including sports-specific, corporate, and emerging fields.
[27:46] Mental performance coaching certification and webinar.
Next Steps:

Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
Visit our podcast website for more great episodes

Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Join our FREE live training for sports parents: The Do's and Don'ts of Strengthening Your Athlete's Mental Game! -> REGISTER HERE

Athlete Tip: How to Thrive Under a Challenging Coach Jun 06, 2024

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Get ready for another productive session with Coach Bree as she delves into empowering athletes to thrive under challenging coaches.

If your daughter has encountered difficult experiences with a challenging coach, this podcast is right for you.

But what makes a challenging coach? What are the things that you can say or do to help your athlete daughter thrive under this direction?

In this episode, get your note-taking apps ready as we discuss about:

How important is shifting your daughter’s mindset from being a victim to a victor
What does it take to understand a coach’s strengths and weaknesses
What is the result of establishing open communications with her coach

Episode Highlights:
[2:09:6] Does your daughter tell you about a coach that she can’t agree with, or doesn’t give feedback, or always yells? Tune in to this episode because we will share practical ways to help your athlete daughter thrive in this challenge.
[03:29:27] How can your daughter change her perspective from being a victim to a victor? Listen up as we discover doable steps to shift this perspective towards becoming a better athlete.
[4:03:06] What your daughter may not realize is that she could give her coach all the power to control her confidence. In this episode, listen in as we talk about how your athlete daughter could regain the power in their confidence and sports experience.
[05:33:01] How can a challenging coach make your athlete daughter tougher, stronger, and better? Stay tuned as we talk about the mental disciplines that are helpful for your daughter to thrive under a challenging coach.
[06:25:22] How do you help your athlete daughter see their situation with a challenging coach as a good thing? Listen in as we discuss the kind of mindset to develop so that your daughter can see that their coaches are also humans.
[06:44:00] Overthinking could affect your daughter’s confidence especially when she believes that her coach has been thinking about her mistakes. In this episode, learn about what coaches are actually thinking outside of their games.
[08:36:00] What would happen when your athlete's daughter starts thinking about their coach’s strengths? Keep it here as we share with you the amazing things that happen when your child starts focusing on her coach’s strengths.
[10:08:00] Do you know that while some coaches are not good with the delivery of their feedback, they are still full of nuggets of information for the sport? Learn about the different ways that a challenging coach could still coach your athlete daughter as you stay tuned.
Next Steps:

Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
Visit our podcast website for more great episodes

Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Relieving the Mental Load of Sports Parenting + Teaching Athletes Responsibility w/ Sam Kelly Jun 04, 2024

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Can we really get our kids to help lessen our mental load at home? You bet!

Welcome to today's episode featuring special guest Sam Kelly, a therapist turned feminist coach for mothers. She will help us how we can exactly focus on lightening our mental load by empowering our athlete daughters.

In this episode, Bre and Sam engages us into these principles:

What is the concept of the "mental load" and the unseen labor that sports moms carry daily?
How could we empower our kids to build a sense of responsibility at home without nagging them?
What is the “big three” and its impact in promoting independence and accountability at home?

Come hang out with Sam on social @‌samkelly_world and learn more about working with her below!

Free Guide to teach your kids how to "Notice and Do" at home

Waitlist for Little Cycle-Breakers audio course

For Guest Interview Email: heyheysamkelly@gmail.com
Episode Highlights:

[1:58:00] Is the mental load of being a sports mom weighing you down? Would you like to reduce this mental load? In this episode, therapist-turned-feminist Sam Kelly shows us how moms could also lighten our mental load while empowering our kids to be proactive contributors in the home.
[03:39:00] What is the invisible labor that sports moms carry; and why is this happening? Listen in as Sam helps us understand what invisible labor is and how we can help empower our kids without nagging them to do the things that we know they're capable of doing.
[9:22:25] There’s a two-part approach to teaching our kids to be proactive contributors at home. In this episode, Sam teaches us her process of noticing what’s to be done and getting them to do it instead of just defaulting to “Mom’s got it!”
[10:07:07] The burning question that moms like us would ask is this: Can our kids really do this? Tune in to this episode as Sam discusses the principles of why our kids can be taught, why this skill is learnable for all kids, and what you can do to get them to practice these.
[12:04:95] Talking to our athlete daughters about the WHY of giving them the opportunity to age-appropriately contribute in the chores at home could be very powerful. This podcast introduces us to how we could get into that level of deeper conversation on discovering the WHY.
[16:26:00] Are there any simple and easy steps that our athlete kids can get started with when it comes to building up their sense of contributing to the tasks at home? In this episode, Sam breaks down these steps so that we could actually set our kids up for success.
[18:05:51] Did you know that giving your kids an opportunity to fail is also helping them to be responsible? But how do we do that without resorting to taking on the task ourselves? That’s what Sam talks about in this episode so make sure that you tune in.
[24:16:50] How do moms handle the possibility of nagging their kids? Tune in as Sam makes a clear distinction between nagging and neutralizing our reminders to help empower our athlete daughters.
Next Steps:

Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
Visit our podcast website for more great episodes

Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Join our FREE live training for sports parents: The Do's and Don'ts of Strengthening Your Athlete's Mental Game! -> REGISTER HERE

Getting Your Daughter 'On Board' With Mental Training. How This Mom Did It! May 28, 2024

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Looking for an easy way to bring up the mental game with your daughter (without getting eye rolls back?) Download our Convo Guide with tips, conversation starters, and a fun quiz she can take!

What would you do if, upon discovering that mental training could greatly improve your daughter’s athletic performance, your daughter doesn’t want to get on board with you?

In this podcast, sport mom Malinda shared about what led her to discover the mental training in our signature Elite Mental Game and how this tool shifted her mindset that flowed to her daughter and the rest of her household.

What’s covered:

A sports mom’s journey from heartbreak to breakthrough
What should be done (and not done) to get your athlete daughter on board the mental training
How mental training benefits the sports mom, the athlete daughter, and their whole family

If you’re ready to discover the game-changing power of mental training not only for yourself, but also for your athlete daughter, this podcast is the safe space for you. Tune in!

Episode Highlights:

[00:00:19] Whether you’re just getting into sports or you have a lot of seasons under your belt, you can raise a confident, mentally strong girl athlete, just like what Malinda discovered inside our signature mentor training program.
[00:03:59] Is there anything helpful that you could say to your athlete daughter when, after she was cut from her tryout despite all her preparations, she announced that she will never play that game again? Listen in as Malinda shares how she navigated this heartbreak.
[00:06:21] When your daughter is not quite keen about joining the ECP but you know how transformative the program is going to be, you can access our tools that can help you with the buy-ins.
[00:07:18] But even if your kid is not a hundred percent bought in at first, it’s still alright because half of the program is for you and how you need to understand your role in all of this.
[00:08:17] As an athlete mom, you could still dive into the ECP despite your kids not convinced, because they will soon notice the changes in your reaction. Malinda shared how even her whole household changed when she started to shift her focus and used our available tools.
[10:38:00] ]Listen as Malinda shared her excitement when her athlete daughter tried out again for volleyball and making it to the B team after she finally got on board with her in the ECP. What a huge progress indeed!
[13:05:00] One of our tools in the ECP works like a failure recover system wherein athletes find a way to respond to moments of failure in such a way that increases their confidence from knowing that they have made the best preparations.
[15:48:00] Are you still on the fence of joining the ECP? Tune in as Malinda talked about how she started from being outside the fence to making the shift and discovering a game-changing path for her, her daughter, and her whole family.
[17:24:00] Have you also reached a point in your life when you wished that your daughter will just quit her sports because it has been adding so much stress to her and your whole family? Tune in as Malinda navigated through this heartbreaking experience with the ECP and discovered a different approach as a parent that changed the directory of her daughter’s athletic life.
Next Steps:

Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
Visit our podcast website for more grea

Join our FREE live training for sports parents: The Do's and Don'ts of Strengthening Your Athlete's Mental Game! -> REGISTER HERE

Supporting Your Girl Athlete Through Puberty + Beyond w/ Dr. Lisa Spencer May 21, 2024

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If you’re a parent or coach of a girl athlete, you know that puberty brings a whole new set of challenges. It can be tough to know how to best support them when their bodies and emotions are all over the place. That’s why I’m excited to have Dr. Lisa Spencer, a certified nutritionist who specializes in working with female athletes, on the podcast today. We’re going to dive into all those big puberty changes and how they impact our girls on and off the field.
What’s Covered

The major body changes that happen during puberty
How to support athletes with fluctuating energy levels and appetites
Understanding the different phases of the menstrual cycle
Strategies for optimizing performance during different cycle phases
When to seek professional help for irregular cycles or potential RED-S

Ready to dive deeper and learn how to empower your girl athlete? Listen to the full episode for even more insights and practical advice from Dr. Lisa Spencer!
Come hang out with Lisa on social @‌lisaspencernutrition and learn more about working with her!
For Guest Interview Email: lisa@lisaspencernutrition.com
Episode Highlights:

[00:00] Puberty and menstrual cycles in female athletes with a mental performance coach. Dr. Lisa Spencer discusses changes in girl athletes’ bodies during puberty and menstrual cycles, and how to support them.
[03:35] Puberty and menstruation changes in athletes, how to support girls during this time. Insights on supporting girls through puberty and menstruation.
[07:58] Puberty changes in girls, including physical and emotional changes, and how parents can support their daughters during this time.
[14:09] Menstrual cycles and their phases, with a focus on symptoms and how to optimize them. An overview of the menstrual cycle’s phases, including the follicular, ovulation, and luteal phases.
[18:54] Tracking menstrual cycles to optimize athletic performance. Hormonal changes during menstruation can affect athletic performance, hydration, and perceived exertion.
[25:09] Female athletes’ menstrual cycles and nutrition. The importance of being aware of the female athlete’s menstrual cycle and how it affects their performance and susceptibility to injury.
Next Steps:

Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
Visit our podcast website for more great episodes

Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Join our FREE live training for sports parents: The Do's and Don'ts of Strengthening Your Athlete's Mental Game! -> REGISTER HERE

Q&A: How Do I Help My Athlete Through Injury? May 07, 2024

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Injuries happen, and they’re tough on everyone involved. As a coach or parent of a young athlete, it’s heartbreaking to see them sidelined and struggling. But injuries don’t have to break your athlete’s spirit. In this episode, I’m sharing practical tips on how to turn an injury setback into an opportunity for growth and resilience.

What’s Covered

Understanding the emotional rollercoaster of injury.
Helping your athlete reframe the injury experience.
Building a strong support system.
Mental game strategies for a powerful comeback.
The importance of patience and positivity during the return to play.

Ready to help your athlete come back stronger than ever? Tune in to the full podcast episode for all the details, strategies, and the mindset shifts that can make all the difference in their recovery! You’ll walk away feeling empowered to be your athlete’s greatest champion during this challenging time.
Episode Highlights:

[00:00] Supporting athletes through injuries and reengaging in sports. Importance of equipping athletes with mindset to not compare themselves or get hung up on mistakes.
[02:44] Supporting athletes during injury, including visualization techniques and emotional support. Helping athletes understand and express their emotions during injury is crucial for recovery.
[05:21] Five key points for parents when their athlete is injured.
Next Steps:

Join our What To Say Challenge for sports moms happening May 14-17th! Learn exactly what to say to build confidence in your athlete without making it worse or causing her to shut down. Register here during our Early Bird Special to save 60%!
Visit our podcast website for more great episodes

Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Join our FREE live training for sports parents: The Do's and Don'ts of Strengthening Your Athlete's Mental Game! -> REGISTER HERE

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