Athlete of the Month: Ella's Mental Routine For Personal Best Performances

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ella Wiley, our November Athlete of the Month. In this episode, we explore her journey as a swimmer, the importance of resilience, and her effective pre-competition routines.

In This Episode:
✔️ How supportive coaching has shaped Ella's mindset
✔️ The role of mental training in enhancing performance
✔️ Ella's approach to pre-race preparation
✔️ Strategies for coping with nerves and building confidence
✔️ The importance of teamwork and camaraderie in sports
✔️ Tips for athletes to bounce back from disappointing performances

Follow Ella on her journey and draw inspiration for your own athletic path!

Episode Highlights:

[00:00:00] Introduction to Ella, November Athlete of the Month, and her remarkable story.

[00:01:00] Ella shares her journey into competitive swimming and highlights her experience.

[00:02:00] The influence of supportive coaches on Ella's work ethic and resilience.

[00:03:00] Transition to her involvement in mental training and its impact on her performance.

[00:04:00] Details about her recent meet experience, achieving PRs in 6 out of 8 events.

[00:05:00] Ella reveals her pre-race routine and the strategies she uses to prepare mentally.

[00:06:00] The effectiveness of box breathing and its role in calming nerves.

[00:08:00] Importance of reflection and bouncing back from subpar performances.

[00:09:00] Ella discusses her high school season and the shift in competition dynamics.

[00:12:00] Tips for creating strong bonds with teammates and fostering a supportive environment.

[00:13:00] Ella’s advice for athletes struggling with nerves or mental challenges.

[00:15:00] Final thoughts on embracing challenges and learning from every experience.

[00:16:00] Ella shares her perspective on finding motivation and support in team sports.

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