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This podcast is developed as a resource for athletes, parents, coaches, and referees looking to improve player development and performance. Conversations and opinions expressed on the show are not intended as medical or clinical advice.
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Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Every parent wants the best for their child. What parent wouldn't want to see their kid be the next Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky, or Tom Brady. What are you willing to do to help them get there? How much is too much and is that actually good for your child? Today we will be talking about the difficulties of going Pro and plan "B".
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Do you find that it is too easy to give in or give up on a task or a goal? Are you setting your goals too high or are they not hard enough? Today we are talking about realistic goal setting and how to find that happy medium between setting the impossible challenge or making things too easy.
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
In this podcast we are discussing how to win from a loss. How to come away with valuable knowledge, make yourself better, learn from your experience and make sure you don't make the same mistakes twice. Its called a "win/win"!
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
A live interview with U.S. Junior National Team member Libby Williams. Libby tells us what it takes to become one of the top Jr. athletes in the Unites States and some of the obstacles she overcame to get there.
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Take your game to the next level. You can only be as strong as your mind will allow. If your mental game is holding you back from achieving your top goals, you need to listen to this episode. Learn to give your 100% on a daily basis. Make your mental game as strong as your physical abilities.
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
Today we are starting part 1 of "Maximizing your Athletic Performance" - Are you doing everything you can possibly do to reach your performance goals? Everything? You want to cross the finish line with no regrets, knowing that you are 100% confident that you did everything you could do to be the absolute best you could be. Are you sure you will be able to say that with confidence. If not, this podcast is for you!
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
Today we will be discussing how to handle a coaching situation where an athlete or parents are treated unreasonably by a coach. When a coach or team manager lacks communication skills, management expertise, has a bullying problem or is just plain incompetent. We will discuss how to handle and try and prevent these situations happening to you.
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
In Part 2 of "How to Improve your Mental Game," we will be talking about the importance of preparation and how you can perform better in any challenges in Sports or Life with the proper preparation. Learn how to handle the pressure of high level competition before you need to.
Co-Hosts: Dr. Jinnie Cristerna and Patrick Wentland
Patrick Wentland – Patrick has over 35 years of experience coaching from the beginner level to Head Coach of Olympic Teams. As an athlete, his accomplishments range from National Champion to the Top US Finisher at the World Championships, including setting many US Records. Patrick Has also been inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Dr. Jinnie Cristerna is a clinical social worker licensed in several states and an Ordained minister. She is a psychological surgeon working with adults and groups and specializes in sports psychology, depression, anxiety, power and control, guilt, shame, trauma, and abuse. You can learn more about her practice by going to www.HighAchiever.net