5 Meditation Myths Former Athletes Need to Stop Believing

Date: 4/1/25

The Vintage Athlete Podcast: Doing Life After Sports

Episode 11: 5 Meditation Myths Former Athletes Need to Stop Believing

Meditation? For athletes? Yeah, I already know what you're thinking.

If you’re rolling your eyes at the idea of sitting still and "doing nothing," you’re not alone. Most former athletes dismiss meditation before they even give it a shot. But guess what? That mindset is holding you back from some serious mental gains.

In this episode of The Vintage Athlete Podcast, we’re busting the five biggest meditation myths that are keeping former athletes from unlocking better focus, mental resilience, and overall well-being. Spoiler alert: Meditation isn’t just about stress relief, you don’t need to sit still for hours, and no—it’s not a religious practice.

Here’s what we’re covering:
🏆 Why meditation is more than just “relaxation” (it’s mental strength training)
⏳ The truth about time—why 5 minutes is all you need
🎯 How meditation can sharpen your focus just like your old training days
🚫 Why meditation isn’t a quick fix—but why it’s worth sticking with
🙏 And no, you don’t have to be religious to meditate

By the end of this episode, you’ll see meditation in a whole new light—and maybe even give it a try (just saying!).

🔥 Ready to get started? Check out The Meditation Playbook—my course designed specifically for former athletes who want to build a meditation habit without the fluff. Grab it here: The Meditation Playbook

And if you love this episode, share it with a former teammate who needs to hear it!

🎧 Listen now and let’s break these meditation myths for good.