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Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
Mental Training Plan
142 episodes
2 weeks ago
In this episode of the Coaching Minds Podcast, we continue our Confidence series and dig into three critical building blocks every athlete needs: identity, body language, and self-talk. You’ll learn why confidence isn’t just earned through practice and reps — it’s also chosen by who you decide to be. Ben shares a powerful example from an NBA player who missed six straight shots but still had the confidence to take — and make — the game-tying shot. Coaches will discover how to use self-schem...
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In this episode of the Coaching Minds Podcast, we continue our Confidence series and dig into three critical building blocks every athlete needs: identity, body language, and self-talk. You’ll learn why confidence isn’t just earned through practice and reps — it’s also chosen by who you decide to be. Ben shares a powerful example from an NBA player who missed six straight shots but still had the confidence to take — and make — the game-tying shot. Coaches will discover how to use self-schem...
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Mental Health
Health & Fitness,
Sports,
Golf
Episodes (20/142)
Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#133 - From .500 to Sectional Champs: How Mental Training Changed South Ripley Basketball with Tom Beach
In just one season, South Ripley went from a middle-of-the-pack team to a 19–0 start, a #1 ranking, and a sectional championship. The difference? A full commitment to mental training. Assistant coach Tom Beach, a 40-year coaching veteran, joins us to share how implementing MTP Academy transformed the mindset—and the results—of a small-town Indiana basketball team. “MTP can’t guarantee you championships… but I can guarantee you—we wouldn’t have won a sectional without it.” If you’ve ever wond...
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1 month ago
56 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#132 - Positive Intelligence Pt. 3 w/ Brenna Munson
Your life moves in the strongest direction of your thoughts – a powerful truth that forms the foundation of this eye-opening conclusion to our Positive Intelligence series. What if all your distress was self-generated? What if you could transform every challenge into an opportunity simply by shifting your perspective? In this enlightening conversation with mental performance coach Brenna, we explore how to activate your "sage" mindset – that wiser, calmer part of your brain – through practic...
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1 month ago
33 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#131 - Positive Intelligence Pt. 2 w/ Brenna Munson
Ever wondered why that voice in your head keeps sabotaging your performance? In this revealing exploration of Chapters 3 and 4 from "Positive Intelligence," we dive deep into understanding the mental saboteurs that derail even the most talented athletes. The conversation uncovers how these negative thought patterns—which we all possess—initially formed as protection mechanisms in childhood but now cause more harm than good. Everyone has a primary "judge" saboteur along with accomplice sabote...
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1 month ago
36 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#130 - Positive Intelligence Pt. 1 w/ Brenna Munson
What if the biggest obstacle to your performance isn’t physical—but the voice in your head? In this first episode of our 3-part series on Positive Intelligence, former Division I gymnast Brenna Munson joins us to explore how mastering mental fitness transformed her approach to sports, injuries, and life. Together, we break down key ideas from Chapters 1 and 2 of Positive Intelligence by Shirzad Chamine, introducing the foundational concepts that every athlete, coach, and competitor needs to u...
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2 months ago
38 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#129 - Tommy Richardson - Excellence Over Success: Coaching the Total Athlete
What does it take to develop a champion—not just on the scoreboard, but in life? Coach Tommy Richardson brings 60+ years of wisdom to this question, revealing a framework that transforms athletes from the inside out. At 88 years young, Richardson shares the journey that led him from high school football fields to corporate leadership positions at State Farm, and finally to his current work as a mental performance coach. His "three-dimensional approach" to coaching addresses not just physical...
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2 months ago
46 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#128 - Don Thomas: Beyond Talent-What It Really Takes to Succeed in Football
From walk-on to the NFL, Don Thomas's journey is a masterclass in mental toughness, resilience, and relentless work ethic. He didn’t play football in middle or high school, but after his baseball career ended, he walked on to the University of Connecticut football team—eventually earning a scholarship, a starting spot, and All-Big East honors. He went on to be drafted by the Miami Dolphins, endured the struggles of a 1-15 season, and later played for the Lions and Patriots, even competing for...
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3 months ago
51 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#127 - The Art of Coaching: Jackson Lantz on Communication, Organization, and Leadership
At just 24, Jackson Lantz carries the coaching wisdom of someone twice his age. A former multi-sport athlete at Hamilton Southeastern High School and a Division I football player at Ball State, Jackson quickly transitioned from athlete to coach—spending valuable time as a strength coach at Indiana University and also working with other elite programs like the University of Utah and the New York Giants. In this episode of Coaching Minds, Jackson shares the habits and principles that set great ...
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3 months ago
34 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#126 - From Court to Career: Eddie Gill's Journey of Resilience, Mental Strength, and Giving Back
Eddie's journey from the basketball court to the world of financial services and broadcasting offers a compelling narrative of resilience and adaptation. Formerly with the Indiana Pacers, Eddie shares how basketball provided solace following the loss of his father and became a driving passion that shaped his early life. Through candid reflections on high school and college experiences, listeners gain insights into the mental challenges he overcame, such as adjusting to new environments and ma...
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5 months ago
28 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#125 - Preparing For a High School Football State Championship
Coach Miracle asked if I could do a video for the players this week so that they could come back to it through out the week if needed as Westfield prepares to play in the 6A State Championship on Friday. We go through a quick review of the Focus Cycle, weekly planner, and two tools that Russell Wilson used while preparing to win a Super Bowl from the book It Takes What It Takes: https://amzn.to/3OsDRt2 Good luck to the Shamrocks this week! Are you an ATHLETE looking to take your training to ...
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6 months ago
22 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#124 - FC Pt 6: Real world stress and burnout at work. Can the Focus Cycle still work?
High school volleyball coach Lucy Grenda reached out to me with a simple text after I completed a team session with the high school team she helps coach, "Sometimes when I use my self talk in those anxious moments, I feel like it doesn't work to calm me down because I 'know all the tricks' I tell my students to do." Discover her journey through mental training techniques both on and off the court, as she uncovers the power of wearable technology in understanding and managing stress in real-t...
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6 months ago
32 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#123 - FC Pt 5: Little League World Series Example - Conversation with Caleb and Noah
Join youth baseball stars Caleb and Noah as they take center stage, sharing how they leverage the Focus Cycle framework to conquer performance anxiety and excel in the Little League World Series. In this episode, we dive deep into the essential skills of Focus, Self-Talk, and Body Control—key components that empower young athletes to manage their emotions and perform at their best, even under pressure. Through Caleb and Noah's experiences, you'll discover practical strategies for shifting foc...
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7 months ago
42 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#122 - FC Pt 4: What if "taking a deep breath" doesn't work?
Have your athletes ever come to you saying, “I tried the breathing, but it didn’t work”? In this episode of Coaching Minds, we tackle exactly that—what to do when athletes struggle with using breathing techniques during competition. We’ll break down why diaphragmatic breathing sometimes feels ineffective and provide practical solutions to help athletes stay calm under pressure. From refining breathing exercises to understanding how to use them in high-stress moments, we share real-life exampl...
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8 months ago
27 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#121 - Focus Cycle Pt 3: What if "positive self-talk" doesn't work?
What if your Go-To Statement doesn't work? What if positive self-talk feels fake, forced, or you just don't believe it? In this episode, we tackle the tough questions athletes face when self-talk strategies seem to fall flat. We dive deep into how to convince the part of your brain wired to fix problems that, yes, you have earned the right to be confident in competition. You’ll learn practical ways to shift your mindset when self-doubt creeps in, helping you push past those mental roadblocks....
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8 months ago
27 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#120 - Focus Cycle Pt 2: What if I'm having trouble focusing on what I choose?
In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the Focus Cycle, exploring what to do when athletes struggle to implement this powerful tool during competition. Coaches, you’ve laid the groundwork, but now it’s time to troubleshoot. Whether your athletes are forgetting to use the Focus Cycle, not taking it seriously, feeling overwhelmed with thoughts, or trying but just not succeeding, we’ve got you covered. We’ll break down the most common challenges and provide practical strategies to help ...
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8 months ago
23 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#119 - Focus Cycle Pt 1: Perform at your best in high-pressure situations
Back in 2014, my head coach, Jake Gilbert, walked into a quarterback meeting where we were doing some mental training. He looked at what we were doing and said, “We have to do this for the entire team.” I remember thinking, I don’t know how to train 130 guys all at once! Little did I know, that conversation would change everything—leading to a book, a podcast, and even a complete shift in my career. In this episode, we’re breaking down the Focus Cycle, which has become the foundation of every...
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8 months ago
40 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#118 - The Process of Developing a Culture of Mental Toughness with Josh Miracle
Explore the essential elements of mental toughness in sports with Westfield's head coach, Josh Miracle, in this insightful episode. We delve into the processes and strategies necessary to build a resilient sports program, examining the incremental steps that contribute to a team’s mental fortitude. This discussion not only covers the development of mental training techniques but also highlights their practical application during high-pressure situations and the evolution of team dynamics. Gai...
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1 year ago
45 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#117 - Evaluating Your Golf Routines 2.0
This episode is a raw tool that Ben started using with a golfer who was not happy with her routine. She felt like her mind was wandering too much during her rounds and the distractions were taking away from her game. At some point this will be cleaned up and polished, but sometimes it is helpful to see the behind the scenes of how you can help an athlete when they say, "I don't think my routine is good enough." If you do not have any sort of pre shot or post shot routine I would encourage yo...
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1 year ago
23 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#116 - Success in Sports and Entrepreneurship with Dre Baldwin
Have you ever wondered what fuels the relentless drive of athletes and entrepreneurs alike? Dre Baldwin, the mastermind behind Work On Your Game Inc., pulls back the curtain on the power of mental toughness that's essential for triumphing in both arenas. Through the lens of his own transformation from a high school bench player to a professional athlete, Dre explains the pivotal role of discipline and confidence—tools that don't just elevate your game on the court, but can catapult your busin...
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1 year ago
36 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#115 - Brad Ritter: School of Grit
When Brad, the mastermind behind the School of Grit, agreed to join us, I knew it was an opportunity to share a profound narrative of human resilience. His journey through the unforgiving Kokoro Camp, where he faced a 50-hour crucible that tested every fiber of his being, isn't just a story of endurance; it's a testament to the transformative power of extreme challenges. Together, we reflect on how these trials reveal character, forge mental toughness, and impart invaluable lessons for tackli...
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1 year ago
51 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
#114 - Our Story, Our Vision, Our Mission
Want to learn more about who Ben is and what Mental Training Plan is all about? This is a great place to start! Join Ben Carnes on his transformative journey, ignited by a pivotal moment in high school sports in 1999. From struggling to perform under pressure to realizing the power of mental training, Ben's evolution as a coach and mentor took flight. Through coaching experiences, including a humbling defeat in the state championship in 2013, Ben honed the Prime Five method, a groundbreaking...
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1 year ago
28 minutes

Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best!
In this episode of the Coaching Minds Podcast, we continue our Confidence series and dig into three critical building blocks every athlete needs: identity, body language, and self-talk. You’ll learn why confidence isn’t just earned through practice and reps — it’s also chosen by who you decide to be. Ben shares a powerful example from an NBA player who missed six straight shots but still had the confidence to take — and make — the game-tying shot. Coaches will discover how to use self-schem...