Brain In The Game Sport Mind Coaching Podcast
Dave Diggle
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107 episodes — long track record
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106: Why There Is No Silver Bullet in High Performance – Why Process, Collaboration and Stability Beat the Quick Fix
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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?
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?
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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