Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best! #140 - Confidence Pt I: Launching the Prime Five Series
Sep 2, 2025
This episode dives into the pivotal role confidence plays in athletic performance. The launch of a new book introduces the Prime Five series, focusing on essential mental training tools. The discussion reveals three 'bricks'—earned, chosen, and trained—that form a solid foundation for self-belief. Practical approaches for athletes and coaches are highlighted, emphasizing strategies rooted in neuropsychology. Listeners can learn how to cultivate a culture of confidence that empowers both individuals and teams.
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State Title Collapse Sparked The Journey
- In 2013 a talented high school football team collapsed in the state championship because players lost control under pressure.
- That failure launched a decade-long search for mental skills training to complement talent and strategy.
Mind Controls Whether Talent Converts
- Talent and strategy alone fail if athletes can't control mind and body under pressure.
- Measuring specific performance metrics clarifies where mental training must be applied.
Prime Five Became The Framework
- Training five core areas covered the team’s breakdowns and guided intervention choices.
- These Prime Five areas became a framework to spot and fix mental preparation gaps.
