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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 11, Understanding Seasonal Mental Resets in Training
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 12/13/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 12/13/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 11, Understanding Seasonal Mental Resets in Training

In this episode, I discuss how to determine the optimal timing and duration for mental resets in athletic training, and how to recognize when an athlete might benefit from one.

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 10, Tried and True Techniques for Everyone
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 12/6/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 12/6/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 10, Tried and True Techniques for Everyone

In this episode, I discuss fundamental psychological skills that can enhance performance and well-being for both athletes and coaches.

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 09, Do Over Thinkers Have a Place in High-Performance Sports?
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/29/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/29/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 09, Do Over Thinkers Have a Place in High-Performance Sports?

In this episode, I delve into the dynamics of thought processes among athletes and how they impact performance. We'll discuss whether being an "overthinker" is a hindrance or if there's a valuable place

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 08, Addressing Overtraining and Obsessive Behaviors in Athletes
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/22/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/22/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 08, Addressing Overtraining and Obsessive Behaviors in Athletes

In this episode, I share ways to help athletes when they are engaging in obsessive behaviors and when to involve a professional...

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 07, Engaging Athletes in the Feedback Loop
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/15/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/15/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 07, Engaging Athletes in the Feedback Loop

In this episode, I share ways to help athletes connect with feedback systems that can help them improve...

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 06, Finding the Right Balance: How Much Visualization Is Too Much?
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/8/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/8/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 06, Finding the Right Balance: How Much Visualization Is Too Much?

In this episode, I share ways to help athletes find the right balance with how much they visualize their efforts...

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 05, Books vs. One-on-One Sessions: Maximizing Your Mental Game
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/1/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 11/1/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 05, Books vs. One-on-One Sessions: Maximizing Your Mental Game

In this episode, I review the relative benefits of working through a self-help book versus hiring a professional...

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 04, Putting Training Setbacks into Sustainable Context
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 10/25/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 10/25/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 04, Putting Training Setbacks into Sustainable Context

In this episode, I share ways to help athletes connect with the bigger picture during training challenges and setbacks...

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 03, Navigating Performer Low Motivation after Unexpectedly Poor Performances
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 10/24/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 10/24/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 03, Navigating Performer Low Motivation after Unexpectedly Poor Performances

In this episode, I share ways to work with a performer as they try to navigate the fallout of an unexpectedly poor performance...

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 02, “Manifesting?!”
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 10/11/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 10/11/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 02, “Manifesting?!”

In this episode, I take a unique interpretation on manifesting to turn a bait question into a discussion of when to learn and practice skills related to future...

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Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 01, Meditation for Relaxation
Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 10/4/24 Coaching, Psychology of the Athlete Patrick Smith 10/4/24

Coaches Ask a Sport Psych, Episode 01, Meditation for Relaxation

In this episode, I address common misconceptions about meditation in sports. Instead of viewing it merely as a relaxation tool, I explore how meditation strengthens an athlete's ability to remain present and fully engaged...

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