Hey athletes, have you ever walked off the field/court after playing a “should-be-easy” game feeling frustrated with YOURSELF? You didn’t lose... but you didn’t play like YOU either.

This episode is your wake-up call. I’m breaking down:

✅ The #1 mistake athletes make (that turns you into a “rollercoaster player”)

✅ How to set UNBREAKABLE standards (so you dominate EVERY game)

✅ Why the scoreboard LIES (and what to focus on instead)

✅ Pro mindset tricks (used by Olympians and D1 athletes)

✅ The 30-second brain hack that makes sloppy play IMPOSSIBLE

🚨 WARNING: If you keep playing down to competition, you’ll NEVER reach your potential.

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P.S. Want to discover your unique Competitor Style? Take our free quick quiz → What’s Your Competitor Style?

Episode Highlights:

[00:00:00] Introduction to the common problem of playing down to weaker competition.

[00:00:37] Shoutout to Kaylee, an athlete who improved her performance by focusing on mental training.

[00:01:42] Tip #1: Define and commit to your personal performance standards.

[00:04:00] Tip #2: Set personal performance goals beyond just winning.

[00:05:00] Tip #3: Train your mindset through visualization and pregame routines.

[00:07:00] Learn more about mental training through the Elite Mental Game program.

[00:08:11] Closing reminder: Elite athletes control their own level of play.

Next Steps:

• Athletes: Take the “What’s Your Competitor Style Quiz” here!
• Parents: 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.

🚨 STOP saying the wrong thing before games!

I see it every season: well-meaning parents accidentally saying all the wrong things before games. That nervous athlete? The irritable one who snaps when you try to help? She’s not being difficult, she’s just overwhelmed. And your words could be making it worse.

In this episode, I’m giving you:

✅ The 5 phrases I use with my elite athletes to calm nerves fast

✅ Why “Just do your best” actually backfires (and what to say instead)

✅ Real proof it works (like Jamie’s daughter who scored after one simple change)

✅ My free 25-phrase cheat sheet for pre- AND post-game moments

These aren’t magic words; they’re mindset tools I’ve tested with numerous athletes – and they’ll work for your daughter too.

Listen now and never again wonder: “What should I say before the game?”

Episode Highlights:

[00:00:00] Introduction to the power of pre-game phrases for nervous athletes.

[00:01:16] Success story from mom Jamie about using these techniques.

[00:02:22] What NOT to say before games (pep talks, last-minute coaching).

[00:03:17] The 3 rules for effective pre-game phrases: short, simple, controllable.

[00:04:02] Phrase 1: "Trust Your Training" - the preparation reminder.

[00:04:43] Phrase 2: "Nerves Mean This Matters" - reframing anxiety.

[00:04:57] Phrase 3: "You're Not Alone" - team support assurance.

[00:05:39] Phrase 4: "I Love to Watch You Play" - unconditional support.

[00:06:29] Phrase 5: "Don't Suck" - using humor to lighten the mood.

[00:07:22] Why post-game conversations matter more than pre-game.

[00:07:56] Free resource announcement: LOVE Framework at trainhergame.com.

[00:08:22] Call to action: Try one phrase and share your results.

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.

What if the secret to your daughter’s confidence isn’t more practice… but a mental game shift?

Two sports moms (one with a 9-year-old gymnast, another with a 12-year-old softball catcher) spill exactly how they transformed meltdowns into comebacks and rebuilt their own parenting playbooks along the way.

🔥 You’ll Learn:

• The car ride trick that got a resistant 9-year-old to say “Yes!” to mental training.
• One word that stops post-mistake spirals (even in front of judges or crowds).
• How to “shut up” (their words!) and let your athlete lead, while still being their #1 supporter.
• Snapback routines that work for gymnastics meets, softball games, and middle school drama.
• “Control the controllables”, the mantra that saved both moms from sideline stress-eating.
• Shocking parent confession: “I was part of the problem.” What they changed to rebuild trust.
• Stealable scripts for talking to coaches, handling bad calls, and surviving “I want to quit” moments.
• FREE tools: Competitor Style Quiz, bite-sized podcasts, and how to access live coach support.

🎧 Listen Now If…

• Your athlete crumbles under pressure (but kills it in practice).
• Post-game car rides feel like walking on eggshells.
• You want to prep them for life, not just trophies.
• You’ve ever thought, “Am I messing this up?”

👉 Tap “Play” to steal their playbook, no drills or pep talks required.

P.S. Spoiler: One mom’s daughter now uses her reset word… as a tattoo. 🔥

Episode Highlights:

[00:00:00]: Introduction of the episode and the guests. Mention the focus on young athletes in gymnastics and softball.

[00:01:11]: Moms introduce their daughters’ sports and challenges. Highlight gymnastics nerves and softball mistakes.

[00:03:30]: Reasons for joining EMG: building confidence and life lessons through sports.

[00:07:57]: How they approached their daughters about the program. Using podcasts and framing as tools.

[00:11:55]: Moms reflecting on their own impact. Learning to listen more and coach less.

[00:16:04]: Tools like snapback routines and controllables mantra. Results in goal-setting and resilience.

[00:22:28]: Addressing FAQs: applicability to boys, younger athletes, and beyond sports.

[00:27:39]: Strategies for resistant athletes: quizzes, resources, and positioning as a secret weapon.

[00:31:22]: Support systems: live coaching, guest speakers, and podcasts.

[00:38:41]: Q&A advice: process goals and visualization techniques.

[00:45:19]: Growth in leadership and parental role shifts.

[00:48:46]: Key takeaways about life skills and relationships.

[00:51:13]: Closing remarks and encouragement to engage with the program.

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.

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