In today's episode I sat down with Whitney Otto who is a seasoned executive coach and facilitator who has worked with groups and individuals for more than twenty years. Whitney is also an author, podcast host, mom of two kids, and a former US world rowing champion.In this conversation, we discuss all things body image including:
Connect with Whitney:
Book: Body Image Inside Out
Website: https://whitneyottocoaching.com/
Instagram: @whitneyottocoaching
In today's episode I sat down with Dr. Haley Perlus, who is a Sports Psychologist, fitness professional, entrepreneur, and overall wellness enthusiast. Haley works with athletes and high performers build necessary mental toughness to achieve their highest level of performance.In this conversation we discussed:
....and so much more!!
Connect with Haley on IG @drhaleyperlus
Website: https://drhaleyperlus.com/
Hello and welcome back to the show! In today's episode I share a new exciting life update as well as what to expect from the podcast going forward!
Hope you enjoy!
RESOURCES:
Read my book: She The Confident
Website: https://www.shayhaddow.com/
In this episode, I am joined by Stef Zeh and Amy Snow, two remarkable advocates for women in sports. They are the visionaries behind Section Z, a nonprofit organization dedicated to leveraging the excitement of live sports to help girls develop confidence, competence, and collaboration skills.
Recently, Section Z unveiled the largest and most inclusive, multi-generational, cross-sectional study about the impact of playing, watching, and attending live sports on girls and women in America.The report is the result of a landmark survey of nearly 5,000 girls and women aged 9 to 75 about their participation and engagement in sports, the largest sample of American girls and women on this topic.
In this episode we discussed:
Join us as we unravel the impactful work of Section Z and discuss the importance of creating inclusive and empowering environments for the next generation of female athletes!
Connect with Section Z:
In this episode, I am joined by Lindsey Wilson for her second interview on the podcast! Lindsey is a Mental Performance coach who helps aspiring mindset coaches build their own mindset coaching businesses through her company, Positive Performance. In this episode we discussed:
RESOURCES:
Instagram @lindseypositiveperform
On today's episode, which may be my favorite conversation of all time, I sat down with Lisa Thompson who is a world-renowned mountaineer, author of Finding Elevation, and owner of Alpine Athletics.
After her first Rainier summit in 2009, she knew that she wanted more. Her drive to learn and become a more skilled climber led her to climbs all over the world. In 2015, just before her first Himalayan expedition, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her diagnosis and eventual victory over cancer led Lisa to reprioritize her life and goals. In 2018 she became the second American woman to summit the savage mountain, K2, she also completed the seven summits in 2021.
Lisa is passionate about encouraging and supporting more women to explore and gain confidence in the mountains. Lisa also coaches mountain athletes of all levels to prepare physically, mentally and tactically for their next mountain adventure. In this episode we discussed:
..AND so much more!
Connect with Lisa:
Finding Elevation Book: https://findingelevation.com/
Instagram: @lisaclimbs
Website: https://www.lisaclimbs.com/
In this solo episode, we explore the essential concept of training your mind with the same dedication and consistency you apply to training your body as an athlete. You'll learn importance of changing your perspective on mental training, understanding that results require patience and daily effort.
I also share a handful of tangible strategies to strengthen your mindset, confidence, and resilience, such as: implementing meditation and visualization, becoming more aware of your thoughts, and seeking out challenges that push you out of your comfort zone. Enjoy!
Learn more about the upcoming Mindset Mastery Series: Fail Forward https://www.shayhaddow.com/fail-forward
After a nine month break from the podcast, I am so excited to be back with an awesome conversation with Juliet Starrett who is the author of Built to Move, Founder & CEO of The Ready State, 3X World Champion in whitewater paddling, and mom of two girl athletes. In this conversation we discuss:
Connect with Juliet:
That's right.... WE'RE BACK!! I know I said that I was done recording back in February, but I just couldn't stay away...
In this episode I share why I decided to bring the podcast back, what's next coming up, and a personal story on hardship and growth. Thanks for re-joining me on this journey, I am so excited to be back!
Check out The Mindset Monday Series: https://www.shayhaddow.com/mindset-mastery
Connect on IG @shayhaddow
This is the last episode of the Alpha Girl Confidence Podcast. It's been a fun 5 years, but the time has come to shift and move in a different direction.
In this episode I talk about why I'm stopping the podcast and offer my sincere gratitude for being a supporter and listener of the podcast.
In today’s episode I share key takeaways that I've compiled from coaching a professional team's open tryouts, including:
I know it may not be tryout season for most, but make sure to take notes as these crucial intangibles can make a significant impact on your results during tryouts.
In today’s episode I answer a question from one of our listeners on how to get your confidence back after a long injury.
This is the most in depth episode that I’ve done on the podcast I where I discuss how to put yourself in the best position possible to step back onto the field/court with confidence.
In this episode you’ll learn:
Want your questions answered on next month’s podcast? Submit your questions here
Visit the new website: https://shayhaddow.com/
In today’s episode, I sat down with Lauren Fleshman who is one of the most decorated American distance runners of all time, a mom, entrepreneur, coach, and author of the best sports book of 2023, Good for a Girl: A Woman Running in a Man’s World.
In this convo, we delve into thought-provoking topics surrounding gender equality in sports, the impact of puberty on athletic performance, and the prevalence of disordered eating habits among female athletes.
Lauren candidly shares her personal experiences and insights, offering valuable advice for coaches and parents on addressing these critical issues. From dissecting societal myths to advocating for a more holistic approach to athlete well-being, this episode is an enlightening and empowering discussion for athletes, coaches, and parents.
Connect with Lauren on IG: @fleshmanflyer Website: https://www.laurenfleshman.com/
Order Good for a Girl: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Girl-Woman-Running-World/dp/0593296788
Order 25 copies of Good for a Girl (paperback edition) for your team or book group to receive a direct Zoom call with Lauren: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/goodforagirlzoom
Welcome to the last episode of 2023!! In today’s episode, I wanted to repost our most popular guest episode of 2023 with Alyssa Nakken, coach of the SF Giants (MLB).
In this episode we talked about:
Resources:
📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888
💪 Hire me to work with your team/club: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/team-consulting
In today’s episode, I talk about the importance of trusting yourself, thinking for yourself, and embracing your weirdness vs. following trends in order to “fit in” with the crowd.
In this episode you’ll learn:
COACHES! Attending the United Soccer Coaches Convention? Register here and use promo code “ALPHA24” when checking out
Resources:
📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888
💪 Hire me to work with your team/club: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/team-consulting
In today’s episode I share how you can develop your leadership abilities, and more specifically, how to gain trust as a leader… Because without trust, it’s going to be VERY difficult to inspire and motivate those that you’re leading.
In this episode you’ll learn:
COACHES! Attending the United Soccer Coaches Convention? Register here and use promo code “ALPHA24” when checking out
Resources:
📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888
💪 Hire me to work with your team/club: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/team-consulting
In today’s episode I sat down with Asia Mape who is an Emmy award winning sports journalist, former college athlete, a mother of 3 daughters, and the founder of I Love to Watch You Play. In this convo we dove deep into the challenges and pressures that parents face in navigating the world of youth sports, and the impact this has on kids.
Here are some key takeaways and highlights from this episode:
Visit https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/ to learn more and access amazing resources
In today's episode, we will be discussing a topic that many athletes, especially those at a high level, can relate to - burnout. Burnout is something that can affect us not only in our sports but in our lives in general.
It's important to learn how to learn how to navigate burnout, and that's exactly what we'll be exploring in this episode. Whether you've experienced burnout before, you're currently going through it, or you just want to arm yourself against it, this episode is for you.
We'll explore the signs of burnout, the importance of listening to what your body needs, steps to navigate it effectively, and why taking a step back can be beneficial.
💪 Check out our new 1:1 Coaching Opportunities: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/1-1-programs
📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888
On today’s episode I sit down with Erica Suter to talk about her brand new book “Female Athlete High Performance” (available for purchase Nov 24th, 2023).
In this episode we discuss
Book will be available for purchase on Amazon starting on Friday, November 24th!
In today’s episode I talk about the power of gratitude, and how you can practice more gratitude to improve your confidence, performance, and overall happiness in life.
The perspective shift that I share in the episode has drastically changed how I go throughout my life, and I know that if you listen and apply it to your own life, it will for you too.
Resources:
📚 Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888
Website: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com/
