

Becoming HeadStrong
HeadStrong Consulting, LLC
This podcast guides you on the journey of building and maintaining mental toughness. Regardless of where you "perform" in life, Becoming HeadStrong will help you learn to optimize and more fully enjoy your life's performance.
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Aug 2, 2023 • 8min
31. Underrated - Coach Chelsea
In the newest episode of Becoming HeadStrong, Coach Chelsea is here to talk about a documentary she recently was able to watch. The role of a coach in developing a self-fulfilling prophecy for an athlete is incredible. This documentary, "Underrated", is about Steph Curry and his ability to find success while not being the prototypical NBA star. Chelsea breaks down the label of being underrated, the self-fulfilling prophecy, and how we can apply all these ideas to ourselves and our own experiences.

Jul 26, 2023 • 14min
30. Starting Something New - Coach Amanda
Coach Amanda is back! She is here on the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast to talk about the journey of starting something new. There can be the chaos, the unexpected, and the unknown when we start a new experience. Coach Amanda relates this to her role as a mother of three and learning through motherhood. Tune in and see how we can apply these tips to our performance and life experiences!

Jul 19, 2023 • 14min
29. The Introverted Performer - Dr. Nick
In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Dr. Nick is here to talk about being an introvert. Certain sports seem built more for extroversion and can seem demanding and uncomfortable in a way for introverts. What can we do to adapt ourselves to these sports if our preferences lie within introversion? If we are working with an introverted athlete, how can we best assist them in finding there comfort zone in team-sports? Dr. Nick has tips and advice for managing these situation, so listen along for some helpful pointers!

Jul 12, 2023 • 10min
28. Developmental vs. Natural Athletes - Coach Kristina
In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Coach Kristina is here to discuss the difference of two kinds of athletes. Natural athletes have a more innate potential to reach peak performance through physical attributes. Developmental athletes can reach these same peaks in performance, but they may have to do more work and start with less of a headstart. Listen along with Coach Kristina as she talks about the common differences between the two kinds of athletes and how we can work towards our goals as one of either of these types!

Jul 5, 2023 • 10min
27. Clarify the Cliche Pt. 2 - Dr. Nicole
In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Dr. Nicole Detling is back with the second part in her series, "Clarify the Cliche." In mental performance, we use phrases and saying that can be seen as cliches, and Dr. Nicole is here to explain what they really mean. Tune in to learn more about the in's and out's of the work we do and how you can apply these ideas to yourself!

Jun 28, 2023 • 11min
26. Preparing for the Toughest Matchup - Coach Becky
In the newest episode of the Becoming HeadStrong Podcast, Coach Becky returns for her third episode! Listen along as Coach Becky talks about how we can matchup best with our toughest competition and our biggest rivals. How might we need to prepare differently? How can we make sure we are ready for anything? Listen along as Coach Becky gives four tips for us!

Jun 21, 2023 • 7min
25. Coaching Toddlers! - Coach Josh
In the newest episode of Becoming HeadStrong, Coach Josh is here with some coaching tips! Coaching styles look different across all ages, but what do we do when our athetes are as young as two and three years old? How can we "coach" them most effectively? Listen along with Coach Josh as he shares three tips he has learned that has helped him create a positive sport experience for these future stars!

Jun 14, 2023 • 8min
24. Attacking the Summer - Coach Josh
In the newest episode of Becoming HeadStrong, Coach Josh is back and welcoming everybody to Summer! Our schedules, routines, and day-to-day life all change up going from the busy school year to the more open summer months. How can we set ourselves up best to attack the summer and see improvements in ourselves? Listen along for some tips to attack these next three months!

Jun 7, 2023 • 7min
23. The Importance of Being Prepared - Coach Hillary
This week on Becoming HeadStrong, Coach Hillary is back and talking about one of the most important predictors of our performance: preparation. Preparation is important to our performance for countless reasons including building confidence, feeling ready, and feeling in control. What does it really mean to be completely prepared? What do we need to do? Tune in to listen along with Coach Hillary!

Jun 1, 2023 • 30min
22. Interview with Joni David - Coach Chelsea
In the newest episode of Becoming HeadStrong, Coach Chelsea sits down with Joni David for an interview! Joni Davis is a former D1 athlete and raised a son to become a D1 football player as a single parent. Chelsea and Joni have conversations on the aspects of being a single parent and raising a kid to help them fulfill their dreams. You can find Joni's own podcast, "UnJaded," on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, and Sound Cloud!