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Coach Bre
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  • [Athlete Tip] How To Not Play Down To Competition
    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.▶️ Listen to the Full Episode NowP.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 DoVisit our podcast website for more great episodesThank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
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  • Game-Day Confidence: 5 Quick Phrases Every Girl Athlete Needs to Hear
    🚨 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 momentsThese 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 DoVisit our podcast website for more great episodesThank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
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  • Tips for Raising Confident Girl Athletes: How These Gymnastics and Softball Moms Did It (And How You Can Too)
    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 DoVisit our podcast website for more great episodesThank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Grab your exclusive Elite Mental Game discount for being a podcast listener here!
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  • The Mentally Strong Girl Athlete: 3 Things Every Sports Mom Needs to Teach Her Daughter
    🚨 Attention Sports Moms! 🚨Is your daughter beating herself up over mistakes, doubting herself before she even steps on the field, or spiraling after one bad play? It’s time to stop the mental meltdowns and start building unshakable confidence. In this episode, we’re breaking down the 3 game-changing skills every girl athlete needs to become mentally strong, resilient, and ready to dominate – both in sports and in life.What’s Covered in This Episode:✅ Why mindset is everything: How your daughter’s thoughts control her performance (and how to fix negative self-talk).✅ The Thought Wheel: A simple tool to help her break the cycle of negativity and choose empowering thoughts.✅ The Sushi Conveyor Belt Analogy: Why she doesn’t have to accept every negative thought that comes her way.✅ The Snapback Routine: A quick, fail-proof method to recover from mistakes faster than her sport requires.✅ Why mistakes don’t have to ruin her game: How elite athletes bounce back instantly and stay in the zone.✅ The #1 mistake parents make: Tying their daughter’s self-worth to her performance (and how to fix it).✅ How to praise her the right way: Focus on effort, preparation, and who she is; not just her stats or wins.✅ Real-life success story: How one athlete used mental training to place 3rd in a tournament despite being sick and exhausted.Ready to transform your daughter’s mental game? This episode is packed with actionable strategies to help your athlete build confidence, handle setbacks, and perform at her best. Don’t miss it; listen to the full episode now and start raising a mentally strong girl athlete today!P.S. Want more? Check out the free training at trainhergame.com for even more tools to support your daughter’s mental game!Episode Highlights: [00:00:22] The episode focuses on three key skills to build a mentally strong and confident girl athlete.[00:00:59] We dive into three skills that help athletes bounce back from mistakes, handle setbacks, and avoid spiraling after one bad play.[00:02:16] The daughter used her “snapback routine” to stay focused and persevere, proving mental training builds resilience, not weakness.[00:04:00] Skill #1: Mastering her thoughts. What she thinks and focuses on directly impacts her performance.[00:05:23] Elite athletes don’t accept every negative thought; they let unhelpful thoughts pass by like sushi on a conveyor belt.[00:08:36] Athletes can choose productive thoughts like, “This is hard, but I can do hard things,” leading to better results.[00:12:13] Skill #2: Responding to challenges, especially mistakes, with a “Snapback Routine” to recover quickly and stay in the game.[00:14:41] The Snapback Routine: A quick reset method involving a breath, a reset word, and a grounding signal (e.g., snapping fingers).[00:16:15] Skill #3: Separate who she is from what she does – praise her effort and character, not just her performance.[00:18:25] Emphasize your daughter’s positive qualities outside of sports (e.g., kindness, humor) to build her identity beyond athletics.[00:19:15] Recap. Master thought work, teach a Snapback Routine, and separate who she is from what she does.[00:19:58] Closing. Encouraging moms to support their daughters’ mental game for long-term success.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 DoVisit our podcast website for more great episodesThank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review o
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  • [Athlete Tip] Maximize Performances By Doing This 1 Thing
    What if I told you there’s one thing that can instantly boost your performance, skyrocket your confidence, and make every practice count? Spoiler: it’s simpler than you think. In this episode, I dive into the game-changing power of setting intentions and how it can transform your athletic journey. Whether you’re on the field, court, or track, this tip will help you get the most out of every moment. Ready to level up? Let’s go!What’s Covered in This EpisodeThe secret to maximizing your performance (hint: it’s all about setting intentions).Why simply showing up to practice isn’t enough and how to take control of your growth.A heartfelt shoutout to Alyssia and her daughters, who are crushing it with goal-setting in our Elite Mental Game program.The SMART Goals framework broken down: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-Oriented.How setting goals builds confidence and keeps you focused during practices and games.Practical tips to make goal-setting a habit (yes, it’s easier than you think!).Why defining success through goals is the key to tracking progress and staying motivated.Your step-by-step action plan to start setting intentions like a pro.If you’ve ever felt like you’re putting in the work but not seeing the results, this episode is for you. I share actionable strategies to help you take ownership of your performance, build unshakable confidence, and make every practice count. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting out, this tip will change the way you approach your sport and your life.Don’t just show up, level up. Hit play now to learn the one thing that can take your performance to the next level. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this. Let’s goEpisode Highlights: [00:00:00] Let’s Get Started. What if I told you there’s one thing that can instantly boost your performance, skyrocket your confidence, and make every practice count? Spoiler: it’s simpler than you think.[00:00:23] The Power of Goals. In this episode, we’re talking about why setting goals is the secret sauce to making your practices and games count. Trust me, this is a game-changer.[00:00:45] A Shoutout to Champions. Huge love to Alyssia and her daughters for absolutely crushing it with goal-setting in our Elite Mental Game program. Their progress is inspiring![00:01:33] Why Intentions Matter. Here’s the truth. Without setting intentions, you risk showing up to practice and wasting time. Let’s take control and make every moment count.[00:02:23] The SMART Goals Blueprint. I’m breaking down the SMART Goals framework, your ultimate guide to setting goals that actually work. Get ready to level up![00:04:19] Keep It Real. Your goals need to be realistic and achievable. Don’t set yourself up for frustration, set yourself up for success.[00:05:28] Make It a Habit. Here’s how to make goal-setting stick. Write it down, reflect after practice, and stay consistent. You’ve got this![00:06:37] Confidence Starts Here. Goal-setting builds confidence. Every small win proves you’re capable of big things. Let’s get those wins rolling![00:07:27] Define Your Success. Goals help you know if you’re improving. And if you don’t hit your goal? No worries, it’s all part of the journey.[00:08:30] Your Action Plan. Set SMART goals, hold yourself accountable, and reflect after every practice or game. Let’s make progress happen![00:08:53] Let’s Keep Going. Thanks for tuning in! Share this with a teammate or coach, and let’s keep raising elite competitors together. See you next time!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&
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The GO TO PODCAST for Sports Moms raising confident girl athletes! Elite Competitor Co-Founder Coach Breanne Smedley (AKA Coach Bre) is all about empowering moms with the tools they need to strengthen their athlete daughter's mental game so she believes in herself as much as you do (and plays like it!). Whether you're a sports mom with lots of seasons under your belt, just getting started on this sports journey, or somewhere in between... think of this podcast as your go-to guide to helping your daughter navigate the ups and downs of her sports journey. If you feel like you've tried everything to build your daughter's confidence and often don't know what to say to support her (especially when she's being super hard on herself), then you're in the right place. Coach Bre and her guests break it down into actionable strategies that WORK so that you never have to feel stuck not knowing what to say or how to help your athlete daughter again. Through what you learn on the Raising Elite Competitors Podcast, you can ensure that your daughter's mental game and confidence is her biggest strength... in sports AND life! 🚀 FREE Training for sports moms: trainhergame.com💙 Thanks for being a valued podcast listener! Save $400 on our #1 Mental Training Program for Girl Athletes - The Elite Mental Game: https://elitecompetitor.com/emg
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