Best Highperformancecoach Podcasts (2026)

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How to Talk About Scores (Without Giving Your Child Performance Anxiety) 17:10

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5h ago17:10

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Scores feel important in judged sports. They’re everywhere. On scoreboards, on social media, and in post-meet conversations. But the way we talk about scores can quietly shape how an athlete feels about themselves. I see this all the time when I work with teams. After a meet, I ask athletes what they’re most proud of. At first, they’re ready to ans…

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Why Athletes Under Pressure Don't Compete Like They Practice 15:24

7d ago15:24

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There is something really confusing about watching an athlete look great in practice and then struggle in competition. One week everything feels solid and confident, and the next it feels like their body stops cooperating. For parents and athletes, that shift can feel scary and frustrating, especially when nothing about the skills has actually chan…

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Will I Lose My Skills Over the Holiday Break 12:21

14d ago12:21

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There is something that feels really scary about taking time off from training, even when you know your body needs it. For many gymnasts and families, the holiday break comes with mixed emotions. Part of you is relieved to rest, and part of you is worried about losing skills or confidence right before competition season starts. I talk with athletes…

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How US National Team Member Zoey Molomo Trains Her Mind to Stay Consistent 40:17

21d ago40:17

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There is something powerful about hearing a young athlete describe what it feels like to step into a moment they once only imagined. For Zoey Molomo, that moment came at 15 years old when she competed at Olympic Trials alongside the best gymnasts in the world. What stands out most is not just the stage, but the calm, joy, and perspective she brough…

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Building an Unstoppable Mindset with Isabelle David 36:50

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There is something powerful about hearing an athlete talk about the moment their childhood dream becomes real. For Isabelle David, it started with wanting to flip like the older girls and never losing that spark. She chased big dreams even before she fully understood them, and that drive carried her all the way to the Jamaican National Team. Repres…

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Neurofeedback for Anxiety, ADHD, and Mental Blocks- A Beginner’s Guide with Lisa Kramer, LCPC 36:16

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There is nothing more powerful than understanding what your brain is doing behind the scenes. So many athletes push through fear, anxiety, and overwhelm without ever knowing that their brain waves might be the real reason they feel stuck. When your brain is sending protection signals, confidence feels harder, focus slips, and even simple skills can…

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The Milton Twins- Confidence, Faith, and Elite Gymnastics 38:01

1M ago38:01

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Have you ever watched two young athletes rise through the hardest sport and wondered how they stay grounded through it all? Maybe you have seen your own gymnast pushing through pressure, comparison, or setbacks and you hope they will find the joy again. Every parent, coach, and young gymnast knows that feeling of needing something deeper to hold on…

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The Power of Never Giving Up with Utah Gymnast Sarah Krump 39:58

2M ago39:58

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Have you ever watched your athlete work unbelievably hard and still wonder if their moment will ever come? Maybe you have seen them push through setbacks, fear, or comparison and you hope someday all that effort will pay off. Every gymnast and every sports parent knows that feeling of waiting for the breakthrough. In this week’s episode of the Perf…

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Becoming Fearless with Elite Skeleton Racer Andy Whittier 39:23

2M ago39:23

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Have you ever wanted something so big that it scared you? Maybe your dreams feel exciting and terrifying at the same time. Every athlete, at some point, faces that moment where fear and possibility collide. In this week’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I talk with Team USA skeleton racer Andy Whittier about what it really means to become fear…

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Finding Joy & Confidence after Injury with Rebekah Bean Ripley 40:45

2M ago40:45

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There is nothing more heartbreaking than watching an athlete lose the sport they love to injury. The pain is not only physical but also emotional. For many gymnasts, it can feel like their confidence disappears right along with their routines. In this week’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I sit down with former BYU gymnast Rebekah Bean Ripley…

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The Future of Cal Gymanstics with Geralen Stack-Eaton 39:03

2M ago39:03

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There is something truly powerful about a coach who sees more than just the athlete in front of them. Someone who understands that success is not just about medals but about growth, confidence, and character. In this week’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I sat down with Geralen Stack Eaton, the new head coach of Cal Gymnastics, and discovered…

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What Not to Do When Having a Mental Block 20:08

3M ago20:08

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There is nothing more frustrating than watching your gymnast freeze on a skill they know how to do. One day it looks easy, and the next day, fear and hesitation take over. It can leave both of you confused and unsure how to help. In this week’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I talk about the things that actually make mental blocks worse and w…

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When is it Time to Leave a Toxic Training Environment 18:12

3M ago18:12

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There is nothing more painful than watching your athlete lose their love for the sport they once adored. The stomach aches before practice, the tears in the car, the fear that never used to be there. It breaks your heart. In this week’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m talking about toxic training environments. These are gyms where kids fee…

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How Sarah Neumayer Overcame the Twisties 32:59

3M ago32:59

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Are Smart Kids More Prone to Anxiety? 15:14

3M ago15:14

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Ever noticed your brilliant, sensitive gymnast getting stuck in their own head? You’re not alone. As a sports psychology expert, I’ve seen countless smart kids struggle with mental blocks, and today I want to share some hope and practical advice. What Makes Smart Kids Different in Sports Intelligent athletes often have some common traits: They’re i…

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How to Shut Down a Bully in Gymnastics (Even the One in Your Head) 9:29

4M ago9:29

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There is nothing more painful than hearing words that cut into your confidence. Maybe someone told you that you will never get that skill, or that you are not good enough, or that you are holding the team back. Even if you try to ignore it, those comments can sit in your mind and make you question yourself again and again. In this week’s episode of…

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364: Selfish Love, Judgment, and the Path to True Connection 1:06:00

4M ago1:06:00

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In this episode of the Old Souls & Seekers podcast, Guy and Ilan guide listeners through the subtle but powerful shift from judgment and self-rejection toward unconditional acceptance and self-love. The conversation begins with a centering practice to bring awareness into the body, then moves into reflections on how judgment distorts our perception…

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How to Know if You're Making Your Mental Block Worse 13:05

4M ago13:05

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There is nothing more frustrating than watching your athlete finally get a skill… only to lose it the very next day. One step forward, two steps back. Skills appear, then disappear, leaving athletes, parents, and coaches in a cycle of confusion and discouragement. In this week’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m diving into what I call “Yo-Y…

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How to Actually Reach Your Goals in Gymnastics 11:59

4M ago11:59

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There is nothing more frustrating than setting a goal, working hard for it, and then feeling like you are getting nowhere. You show up, put in the effort, and instead of building confidence, you leave practice more discouraged than when you started. In this week’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m breaking down why so many athletes get stuck…

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Fear isn't Forever - How to Build Lasting Confidence With International Elite Gymnast Céleste Mordenti 30:06

4M ago30:06

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I had the privilege of chatting with international elite gymnast Céleste Mordenti, the first gymnast from Luxembourg to ever win a FIG World Cup medal. Céleste’s journey hasn’t been an easy one. As a young gymnast, she rose quickly through the ranks, representing Luxembourg at European and World Championships.…

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363: The Power of Connection: Why Healing Can't Happen Alone 1:07:08

4M ago1:07:08

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In this episode, Guy and Ilan explore why true transformation begins within, rather than from chasing external circumstances. They point out that people often seek happiness through cars, vacations, or achievements, yet the real fulfillment comes from how these things make us feel internally. By learning to soften and stay present with our inner ex…

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Building a Champion Mindset with Utah Gymnast Avery Neff 40:59

4M ago40:59

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m talking with Utah gymnast Avery Neff — a rising star whose journey proves that resilience, mindset, and belief in yourself can take you further than raw talent ever could. Avery wasn’t always the clean, confident athlete you see competing on the NCAA stage today. She started as a “floppy” gymnast, throwing…

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Helping Kids Navigate the Pressure of Upcoming Competitions 25:33

5M ago25:33

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m talking to parents who are navigating one of the hardest parts of raising athletes: watching your kids struggle with disappointment, pressure, and even toxic coaching environments. As parents, our instinct is to protect our kids from heartbreak and setbacks. But what if the very challenges we want to shiel…

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From Injuries to Easterns - A Gymnast’s Comeback Story with Gymnast Arya & Sara Rose Page 35:22

5M ago35:22

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m talking to athletes and parents who are in the thick of it — setback after setback, injury after injury, and feeling like the dream is slipping away. If that’s you, I want you to meet Arya and her mom, Sara. Arya spent years navigating injuries, mental blocks, and environments that didn’t bring out her bes…

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How to Get Your Skill Back Before Season Starts 15:11

5M ago15:11

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m talking to athletes who are stuck. You know you’re capable of doing the skill—you’ve done it before—but for some reason, it’s just not happening right now. Maybe you’re dealing with the pressure of move-ups, recovering from a past fall, or your brain is simply hitting the brakes. You’re not alone, and ther…

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Why Kids Get Camp Superpowers and How to Keep Them 15:02

6M ago15:02

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m sharing one of my favorite topics: the “camp magic” that gives athletes those powerful bursts of confidence, and what you can do when that confidence disappears back at the gym. Whether it’s a breakthrough skill at camp or a fearless moment at competition, those experiences can feel like superpowers. But w…

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362: The Courage to Sit With It: Embracing Discomfort Without Fixing 1:20:01

6M ago1:20:01

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In this episode, Guy Ferdman explore the power of community, connection, and long-term support in personal transformation. Guy shares from the heart about what truly makes healing sustainable, not just knowledge or tools, but relationships rooted in trust, safety, and shared experience. They discuss how Satori Prime has evolved to prioritise commun…

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How to Build Lasting Confidence in 10 Minutes a Day 12:46

6M ago12:46

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m sharing the simplest way to build confidence, even if you feel like you don’t have a single extra minute. So many athletes and sport parents tell me the same thing: “I want to feel more confident, but I’m just too busy to add one more thing to my day.” Trust me, I get it. Between school, sports, work, and …

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How to Talk to Your Athlete About Their Sport Without Adding Pressure or Stress 15:01

6M ago15:01

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m talking directly to sport parents (but athletes, don’t tune out just yet!). I had two parents in our community share the same concern: “I don’t want to say the wrong thing.” They love their kids, they want to help, but they’re afraid they might accidentally be making things worse. So in this episode, I’m s…

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Should I Quit? 4 Questions Every Athlete Should Ask Themselves 19:53

6M ago19:53

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, Coach Rebecca dives into a powerful Q&A session centered around one of the most difficult crossroads in an athlete’s journey—deciding whether to keep going or walk away from their sport. Whether you’re deep in upgrade season, dreading practice, or feeling the spark fade, this episode offers clarity and compass…

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3 Hidden Warning Signs You're Accidentally Keeping Your Athlete Stuck in Fear 13:38

7M ago13:38

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Has your athlete suddenly developed a fear of a skill they’ve done a hundred times before? You know they can do it physically, but something’s holding them back… and no matter what you try, nothing seems to help. In this week’s PerformHappy podcast episode, I’m diving into three hidden warning signs that you, as a well-meaning parent, might acciden…

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How I Stopped Pushing and Helped My Athlete Thrive with Susan Bardack 42:28

7M ago42:28

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In this week’s PerformHappy Podcast, I’m joined by sport parent and PerformHappy alum, Susan Bardack, for a real, honest conversation about the rollercoaster of raising an athlete. Susan shares her daughter Ashland’s journey from gymnastics to D1 college diving, including how they navigated tough mental blocks and the moment everything shifted—when…

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How to Help Your Athlete Manage Disappointment 18:09

7M ago18:09

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There’s a specific kind of heartbreak that hits when your child doesn’t get moved up to the next level, especially when all their friends do. You see it in their face. You feel it in the silence on the car ride home. And as a parent, you just want to fix it. You want to make it better; give them hope and tell them to keep pushing. But deep down, yo…

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How to Overcome Fear for Good – This Summer! 14:18

8M ago14:18

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If your athlete is stuck in a mental block, you’re not alone. That’s exactly what I’m diving into on this week’s PerformHappy Podcast — because fear is something so many athletes struggle with, and honestly, it was my biggest struggle too. You know the feeling — your athlete says they’re not scared, but they just can’t go. Or maybe they are scared …

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Why Mental Training Doesn't Work 11:53

8M ago11:53

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It’s frustrating. You’re doing everything “right.” You’ve got the mindset tools, the journaling prompts, the visualizations… but it’s still not clicking. In this week’s PerformHappy Podcast, I’m diving into a truth most people don’t talk about: sometimes mental training doesn’t work. Yep, I said it. There are athletes who put in the effort and stil…

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From Fear to Flow - Mastering the Athlete's Mindset with Lacey Rochelle 53:47

8M ago53:47

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I got to switch things up—I was the one answering the questions! I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lacey Rochelle from Shine Health Coaching to dive deep into the science behind fear and how it shows up in performance. We unpacked quick, practical tips for staying present when the pressure’s on, and talk…

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361: Why Healing Happens in Connection, Not Isolation 1:12:44

8M ago1:12:44

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In this episode of the Old Souls & Seekers podcast, Guy and Ilan Ferdman explore the foundational role of relationship in trauma and healing. Guy opens by welcoming the community and setting the tone for collective transformation, highlighting how trauma typically occurs in relationship—and must be healed that way too. They challenge the modern ten…

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The Truth About Hypermobility in Sports with Dr. Taylor Goldberg 38:30

8M ago38:30

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Do you know an athlete who’s super bendy, always impressing with their flexibility, but constantly dealing with little injuries or pain that won’t go away? In this week’s PerformHappy Podcast, I sat down with chiropractor and hypermobility expert Dr. Taylor Goldberg to unpack exactly what’s going on behind the scenes for these “Gumby-like” athletes…

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360: Healing Beyond the Mind: Why Nervous System Work Changes Everything 1:12:19

8M ago1:12:19

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In Episode 360 of the Old Souls & Seekers podcast, Guy and Ilan dive into the limitations of traditional personal development and introduce a deeper, body-based approach to healing and transformation. They explain how mindset work alone often reinforces disconnection, and why nervous system repair—through presence, safety, and energetic completion—…

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The ABC Framework - Managing Fear in High-Risk Sports with Sam Buxbaum 45:15

8M ago45:15

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Today on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m thrilled to introduce you to one of our own – Coach Sam, also known around here as Samantha Buxbaum. Sam is a fearless athlete who has competed in gymnastics, diving, and now rock climbing, and she brings so much wisdom from her journey through high-risk sports. In this episode, Sam shares her experience with …

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The Science of Bravery with Jill Schulman 45:49

9M ago45:49

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If you’ve ever wondered how to help your child (or yourself) face fear and rise to the occasion, this episode is for you. This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Jill Shulman—a former U.S. Marine Corps officer, positive psychology expert, and soon-to-be author of a book on the science of bravery. Yes, sci…

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359: Why Your Nervous System Holds the Key to Transformation 1:17:35

9M ago1:17:35

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In episode 359 of the Old Souls & Seekers podcast, Guy Ferdman takes listeners on a powerful solo journey into the heart of healing—not as fixing, but as the deep willingness to feel. He challenges the traditional mindset of self-improvement by reframing trauma as a nervous system response, not a personal flaw, and explores how true transformation …

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How 3x Olympian Shallon Olsen Turns Pressure into Performance 44:28

9M ago44:28

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Pressure is part of the game in gymnastics, but how do the best in the world handle it? On this episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I sit down with three-time Olympian Shallon Olsen from Canada to talk about just that. Shallon is known for her powerful vaulting, but what sets her apart is her ability to stay calm and focused—even under intense com…

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Kohei Uchimura's Coach Teaches the Key to Mental Strength 42:34

9M ago42:34

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What does it take to coach one of the greatest gymnasts of all time? On today’s PerformHappy Podcast, I sit down with Hiroaki Sato, the mastermind behind Japan’s men’s gymnastics gold medal at the 2024 Olympics and the coach of legendary gymnast Kohei Uchimura. Sato’s coaching philosophy is all about putting people first. From working with the GOAT…

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Trust, Accept, Be Present- Graham Betchart’s Three-Step Plan for Sport Success 53:27

9M ago53:27

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In this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I sit down with mental skills coach Graham Betchart, whose expertise has helped top NBA players develop a strong mindset for high-pressure moments. But what makes Graham’s approach so powerful is that it’s not just for elite athletes—it’s for anyone who wants to perform at their best, embrace mistakes, a…

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Lost Skills and Stuck Takeoffs - James Coomber’s Secrets to Tackling Both Types of Mental Blocks 45:46

10M ago45:46

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Mental blocks can be one of the most frustrating challenges for athletes, whether it's a lost skill that suddenly disappears or a takeoff that just won’t feel right. In this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I sit down with elite trampoline coach James Coomber to dive into both types of mental blocks and how to break through them. James is an in…

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Safer Skills, Happier Athletes - Dr. Ian Crider’s Gymnastics Roadmap 40:35

10M ago40:35

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If you’ve ever felt like pushing harder is the only way to improve in gymnastics, this episode is for you. I sat down with Dr. Ian Crider, also known as the gymnastics doc, to talk about a better way—one that leads to safer skills, fewer injuries, and happier athletes. Dr. Crider is the expert when it comes to balancing safe training with top-level…

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Choreographing Confidence With Chloe Van Bavel 43:11

10M ago43:11

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This week on the PerformHappy podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome Chloe Van Bavel, a former Dutch elite gymnast turned professional choreographer with an impressive background in ballet, modern dance, social work, and sports psychology. Chloe brings a unique perspective to the gymnastics world, helping athletes shine from the inside out. In our conver…

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Suni Lee's Auburn Head Coach Jeff Graba on Making Winning Worth It 46:32

10M ago46:32

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This week on the PerformHappy podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jeff Graba, Auburn University’s legendary head gymnastics coach and mentor to Olympic champion Suni Lee. In this episode, Jeff shares how he helps athletes navigate fear, bounce back from setbacks, and create championship journeys that aren’t just about winning—they’re about…

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Paving the Way for Future Champions with Olympian Chellsie Memmel 44:18

11M ago44:18

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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I had the privilege of chatting with someone who truly embodies resilience and passion for gymnastics: Chellsie Memmel. As a world champion, Olympian, and now an influential leader in USA Gymnastics, Chellsie has worn many hats in the sport, and she’s not done yet! In our conversation, Chellsie shared her rema…