Brain In The Game Sport Mind Coaching Podcast
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Brain In The Game Sport Mind Coaching Podcast

Dave Diggle

Recently Active · Publishes monthly

Key Metrics

Episodes
107
In catalog
Apple Rating
5.0 / 5
1 Apple ratings
Cadence
Monthly
~every 38 days
Avg Length
25m
Per episode
Latest
Feb 16, 2026
Recently Active

About the Show

Brain in the Game explores the mental aspect of training and competing at an elite level of sport. We’re all aware of the traditional role of a physical coach – people who work with the bodies of athletes – mind coaching (or mental coaching) focuses on the brain and the cognitive area of an athlete, working with them on their strategies, their structure and their emotional welfare. Brain in the Game is designed for athletes, coaches, parents and crew as we unpack and understand what it takes to thrive as an elite athlete. In each episode we will examine a different facet of sport from the perspective of the mind, covering interviews with some of the top athletes on the circuit and asking them what’s working for them now and what they’re looking at doing in the future. We talk to coaches and gain a better understanding of the changing face of professional coaching. We also delve into biomechanics and understand the different dynamics of the integration of those in professional sport. Some of the techniques discussed will be time-tested and others will be cutting-edge. Brain In The Game provides a practical insight to the mental 'mind-field' of elite sport and demonstrates how a strong mental programme can make all the difference to an athlete’s results.

Partnership & Audience Signals

Established Catalog

107 episodes — long track record

Production & Distribution

Active Since
Nov 08, 2012
Consistency
47%
Format
Episodic
Hosting
app.kajabi.com

Recent Episodes

106: Why There Is No Silver Bullet in High Performance – Why Process, Collaboration and Stability Beat the Quick Fix

Feb 16, 2026 21m

High performance has no shortcut. There is no single tactic, hack, or 'one thing' that guarantees elite results.If you’re chasing a quick fix, you may be weakening the very platform you’re trying to…

105: How to Manage BIG Changes – How Elite Teams Stay Aligned When Everything Changes

Dec 08, 2025 28m

Adapting when the goalposts suddenly move in high-performance sport (and life) In Episode 105, we explore what happens when a well-designed long-term plan is derailed by sudden external pressure, and…

104: From Talent to Asset – The Real Business of Sports Management

Nov 17, 2025 1h 4m

How Modern Sports Management Really Works for Young Athletes In this episode of Brain in the Game, Dave Diggle sits down with Kym Cheeseman from Athlete Brand Academy to unpack the real business…

103: Parents in Sport – The Biggest Reason Athlete–Coach Relationships Break Down (and How to Repair Them)

Oct 27, 2025 28m

The One Mistake Almost Every Sports Parent Makes In this powerful episode of Brain in the Game, we dig into one of the most emotionally charged dynamics in sport: the relationship between parents,…

102: Understanding Extreme Pressure

May 26, 2025 27m

This episode of Brain in the Game is a little different. It’s personal.  In this episode I share a story from a time when I worked in high-risk, high-pressure environments where failure wasn’t an…

101: Breaking the Performance Anxiety Cycle and Performing When It Counts

Feb 10, 2025 41m

Performance anxiety is not a sign of weakness. It’s a cycle. And you can break it. In this episode of Brain in the Game, we go deep into the Performance Anxiety Cycle, the mental loop that can…

100: Building a Better Coach-Athlete Dynamic

Nov 25, 2024 17m

Collaboration – The Secret Ingredient to Consistent High Performance In this milestone 100th episode of Brain in the Game, we dive deep into the essential but often overlooked skill of collaboration…

099: Knowing Your Role in High Performance Sport

Jul 15, 2024 30m

Navigating Roles and Expectations During the Olympics: Parent, Coach, Athlete As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, the crucial question arises: "What's my role?" Athletes, coaches, and parents alike…

098: Effective Leadership, and Leadership Shock with Pete Steinberg

Jun 17, 2024 57m

It’s a real pleasure to have Pete Steinberg join us on this episode of Brain in the Game, where we have a lively and varied discussion on the universal principles of leadership. From the field to the…

097: Control vs Collaboration – Adapting Coaching to the Changing Athletic Landscape

Apr 08, 2024 10m

"It's such a fine balance in creating the right technical, physical, and mentally prepared athlete to perform." In this episode of Brain in the Game, we explore the fine balance between control and…

096: Controlling the Critical Balance Between Confidence and Self-Belief

Mar 11, 2024 17m

In the latest episode of Brain in the Game we dissect the critical differences between confidence and self-belief. This episode is a little more personal than usual, and my hope is that it will…

095: Staying on Track in Those Big Moments – Navigating High-pressure Situations

Oct 02, 2023 18m

Navigating High-Pressure Situations Competition pressure can have a huge impact on your ability to perform in those big moments.  Learning how to perform and what to trust can make all the…

094: Three Crucial Ingredients to Performing Under Pressure

Aug 13, 2023 33m

In Episode 94 we explore the crucial ingredients that matter the most to every athlete when facing high-pressure situations and performing your best. We talk about:  ✅ The 3 essential ingredients for…

093: Why Do Athletes Get So Anxious? Cracking the Code of Pre-Competition Nerves

Jul 24, 2023 18m

The role of mental conditioning in helping athletes develop the tools they need to combat feelings of anxiousness In this episode of Brain in the Game, we dive right into the brain of the anxious…

092: Why Most High Performing Athletes Fall Short of Their Full Potential

Jul 10, 2023 24m

In this Episode 92, we dive into the reason why many high performing athletes don't achieve their full potential.  High performance can be tough; it demands consistency and dedication. Let's consider…

091: An Old Mindset Killing the Performance of Today's Athlete

Jun 26, 2023 26m

Protecting Your Competitive Edge: The Alarming Impact This One Habit Can Have On Human Performance We have done so many wonderful things to promote the development and evolution of our…

090: What If I Don't Trust My Coach? Strategies for Athletes and Coaches

Jun 12, 2023 22m

All Relationships Move at the Speed of Trust I've witnessed the crucial role trust plays in the coach-athlete relationship. It's more than just a professional bond, it's foundational for performance.…

089: A Coach's Role in Managing an Athlete's Mental Block

May 29, 2023 55m

The Crucial Role of Coaches in Mental Block Management of Athletes Managing athletes with mental blocks requires a coach’s immediate attention. In this episode 89 of Brain in the Game, we delve into…

088: Goal Setting – Does it Work?

May 22, 2023 22m

Inside the Mind of High Performance Athletes and Coaches: The Science and Strategy of Goal Setting In this episode of Brain in the Game, we talk about the power of goal setting and how you can set…

087: Are Superheroes Real?

May 15, 2023 24m

Are superheroes real? We're not talking about the web-flinging, cape-wearing, spandex-clad ones we see in movies. We're referring to our internal superheroes, our performance alter egos. In this…

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