Mental Performance Daily with Brian Cain Being Present — One Pitch at a Time
Aug 20, 2025
Dive into the mental playbook of Major League Baseball athletes as they discuss the power of being present. Learn how mindfulness techniques and focused routines can elevate performance one pitch at a time. Discover practical strategies to enhance focus and gain a competitive edge. Uncover the importance of mastering the moment for peak athletic achievement.
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Power Of Present-Moment Focus
- Present-moment focus concentrates performance on what you can control now rather than uncontrollable outcomes later.
- Treating each pitch or moment as the only one boosts the chance for success by narrowing attention to action.
Tyler Heinemann Example
- Brian Cain references Tyler Heinemann as an example of disciplined present focus and mental checklists.
- The Sportsnet article gave an inside look at two MLB players' pregame, in-game, and postgame processes.
Use Routines And Checklists
- Use simple routines and mental checklists to funnel into and out of performance moments.
- Reset between tasks with a short cue to prevent future anxiety and past dwelling.