The Brian Cain Mental Performance Mastery Podcast

In this episode of The Mental Performance Mastery Podcast, Brian is joined by two of the top high school athletic directors in the nation and sought-after mental performance coaches, Tom Mietus, MPM, and Kevin Guzzo, MPM.In this podcast, Brian, Tom, and Kevin talk about:Where to start as a HS Coach or AD when implementing an MPM ProgramWhat are the fundamental non-negotiable skills of MPM at the HS LevelHow to create one cohesive culture vs. silos in your athletic departmentHow to use MPM as a an AD to give yourself the best chance for success and longevityAnd More…Brian Cain, MPM, the World’s leader in Mental Performance Coaching, brings you practical tips, techniques, stories, strategies, meditations, and motivations every day that you can use to close the gap from where you are to where you want to be with The Mental Performance Daily Podcast.  Be sure to subscribe wherever you are listening to this podcast, leave us a review, and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak ⌚ Learn More About Pison, The World’s First Cognitive Performance App and Wearable💻 Join Brian’s MPM Coaches Certification Insiders List & Save $200💻 Follow Brian on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube👍 Take Brian’s FREE 3 Day Coaches Mini-Course💪 Take Brian’s FREE 3 Day Athletes Mini-Course

Explore the power of being process-driven for success in coaching and leadership. Discover how reflecting on past performance can enhance future outcomes. Learn about crafting a success checklist and why a strong organizational culture is crucial for continuous improvement. Get practical tips that help high performers close the gap between their current state and their goals.

Brad Stulberg, a prominent author on peak performance and groundedness, joins the discussion to reveal the six principles for living a more meaningful life. He critiques heroic individualism and emphasizes finding joy in the journey, not just the outcome. Personal anecdotes illustrate how groundedness fosters mental health and success in elite sports. Stulberg also offers strategies for overcoming rumination and the importance of community support, highlighting how vulnerability enhances personal growth and relationships.

In this episode of The Mental Performance Mastery Podcast, Brian is joined by Zach Sorensen, Donovan Santas, and Charlie Jodka of Pison,  the world's first cognitive performance tracker.  Today, we discuss how you can QUANTIFY The Mental Game and what we can do to improve cognitive performance.In this Podcast, Brian, Zach, Donovan, and Charlie discuss:How to determine if you are READY for performance.The benefits of Coordinated Rhythmic Mind & Body movement with a Heart Rate ConnectionThe Difference between Pison and other wearables like Pison, Oura, etc.What do cold plunge, cryo, caffeine,, and other modalities do for your readinessMeasuring HRV, Sleep and Using The data for your improvementSleep Efficiency, Restorative Sleep and performance improvement.The Go No Go Test that relates directly to decision making as a hitterWhat MLB Stars and Professional athletes are saying about PisonBe sure to subscribe wherever you are listening to this podcast, leave us a review and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak 👉Click here to watch the full length interview on YouTube ⌚Lean More About Pison, The World’s First Cognitive Performance App and Wearable and use coupon code Special 10% Off Coupon Code: bcain2025⚾ Take Brian’s FREE Baseball Masterclass🎤 Follow Brian’s Mental Performance Daily Podcast

In this episode of The Mental Performance Mastery Podcast brought to you by Pison, Brian is joined by Mike North, CEO and Cofounder of Shiftwave. Shiftwave is the world’s most advanced nervous system regulation device that uses powerful, intelligent vibrations to optimize your body's performance, reduce stress, and enhance overall vitality.In this episode Brian and Mike talk about..The story and science behind ShiftwaveThe NFLPA and Shitwave partnershipJJ Span talks about using shiftwave during PGA Tour rain delayHow there are no problems in life, only opportunitiesUsing vibrations to help bones heal fasterUsing senses of sign, sound, hear and touch for healing and imageryState of Physiological readiness - restore your foundation of physiological systemsBrian’s Daily Shiftwave ProtocolsAM - Neuroboost (7Min) MID - Shiftwave10 (10Min)PM - Bedtime (7Min)The Autonomic Nervous System - Sympathetic into ParasympatheticMoving from Fight or Flight into Rest and DigestNervous System Flexibility and StrengthFlushing stress and anxiety with ShiftwaveCycling your vascular systemAchieving rapid down regulation with shiftwave from a high sympathetic stateIncreased slow wave sleep and brain activity to consolidate memoriesHow to bring yourself into a state of physiological and psychological readinessBe sure to subscribe wherever you are listening to this podcast, leave us a review and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak .👉You can follow and engage with Shiftwave at Shiftwave.co and in Instagram⌚Lean More About Pison, The World’s First Cognitive Performance App and Wearable🎤 Follow Brian’s Mental Performance Daily Podcast

In this episode of The Mental Performance Mastery Podcast brought to you by Pison, Brian is joined by Savannah Bananas manager Tyler Gillum.  Gillum and Banana Ball are taking the country by storm and impacting over 1 Billion fans.  In this episode, learn the mindset behind it all and how you can use a little Banana ball to bet on yourself and win.Be sure to subscribe wherever you are listening to this podcast, leave us a review and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak 📲 Follow Tyler Gillum on Instagram.⌚Lean More About Pison, The World’s First Cognitive Performance App and Wearable🎤 Follow Brian’s Mental Performance Daily Podcast

Brody Brecht, the Colorado Rockies' 2024 1st Rd pick and a former standout at the University of Iowa, shares his insights on elite mental performance. He discusses the dangers of expectations, highlights the importance of execution, and emphasizes the value of mental imagery and daily routines. Brody talks about stacking days for long-term success, practicing adversity, and the importance of sleep and nutrition in training. He also shares personal anecdotes on balancing multiple sports and the transformative power of reading for mental clarity.

In this episode of The Mental Performance Mastery Podcast, brought to you by Pison, Brian is joined by Matthew Liberatore, pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals. Matthew was selected 16th overall in the 2018 MLB Draft by the Tampa Bay Rays out of high school and later traded to the Cardinals, where he has continued to develop into a key piece of their pitching staff. In this episode, Brian and Matthew dive deep into the mental side of baseball, discussing the strategies and techniques that help him stay locked in on the mound, perform under pressure, and execute when it matters most. In this podcast, Brian and Matthew discuss: • The Most Beneficial Mental Performance Techniques Matthew Uses • How He Brings Structure To His Process and Training • The Power of In-Game Routines for Staying Present and Locked In • Why Execution is the Key to Success in Baseball and Life • The One Mental Game Skill Every Baseball Player Should Focus On Be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a review, and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak. 📲 Follow Matthew Liberatore on Instagram: @matthew_liberatore 📲 Follow Brian Cain On Instagram: @briancainpeak ⌚Lean More About Pison, The World’s First Cognitive Performance App and Wearable 🎤 Follow Brian’s Mental Performance Daily Podcast

In this episode of The Mental Performance Mastery Podcast brought to you by Pison, Brian is joined by World Champion pickleball icons and brothers Ben and Collin Johns. Collin Johns made his professional debut at the 2019 US Open and quickly climbed the ranks to become one of the sport’s most accomplished doubles players. A former professional tennis player and collegiate coach, Collin’s deep understanding of strategy, discipline, and adaptability has driven him to over 25 professional titles alongside his brother. He’s also a leader in developing and certifying pickleball professionals across the country. Ben Johns, widely regarded as the greatest pickleball player of all time, has redefined dominance in the sport. With over 120 professional titles, including 21 Triple Crowns and the longest win streak in singles history, Ben’s mental toughness, innovation, and commitment to excellence have set a new standard. Together, they’ve built an unmatched partnership on the court and a legacy off it through ventures like Pickleball 360 and their dedication to growing the game. Today, we’ll dive into their journey, their mental frameworks for success, and how they’ve used mindset and preparation to consistently perform at the highest level. In this podcast, Brian, Collin and Ben discuss: What is the mental game of tennis and pickleball The balance of automatic competitive state vs. overthinking Focusing on the small task at hand to take your mind off the big picture The Inner Game of Tennis, The Talent Code, Talent Is Overrated, Bounce, Winning Ugly The impact of John Wooden on Collin’s coaching performance The difference between college and professional tennis culture and mindset Finding the balance between caring and not caring How to use fear as fuel and separating who you are and what you do How to process losing and failure? How coaching collegiate tennis helped Collin in his career as a pickleball player How Ben uses Pison to manage his readiness, reaction time and improving variables in competition. How to get yourself more cognitively ready for performance The impact of measurements on performance The importance of repetition and deliberate practice Be sure to subscribe wherever you are listening to this podcast, leave us a review and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak  👉You can engage with Collin on Instagram @CollinJohns_PB 👉You can engage with Ben on Instagram @BenJohns_PB - and YouTube BenJohnsPickleBall ⌚Lean More About Pison, The World’s First Cognitive Performance App and Wearable 🎤 Follow Brian’s Mental Performance Daily Podcast

In this episode of The Mental Performance Mastery Podcast, Brian continues a tribute series to one of his mentors and a mental performance coaching icon, Harvey Dorfman.   Al Leiter pitched in Major League Baseball from 1987-2005, was a 2x All-Star, a 3x World Series Champion, and New York Mets Hall of Famer.  Leiter worked closely with Harvey and attributes a lot of his success over his career to his work on the mental game with Harvey. In this episode Al & Brian discuss: The moment Al knew he needed help with mental performance The 3 day think tank that Al and Harvey at his house in Prescot, Arizona Getting clarity on your job as a pitcher Being mentally and physically prepared to execute a pitch What made Harvey so special in Al’s eyes The listen and call you on your shit balance Professional athletes need and want to hear the truth Getting down to straight talk How you feel vs. how you behave Harvey’s two two processes for development Controlling what you can control Self-promotion vs. doing the work as a mental performance coach Al’s advice for mental performance coaches Conversations, Content and Careers - The Life and Legacy of Harvey Dorfman is a series in which Brian interviews former players and staff who had their careers positively impacted by Harvey.  Go inside the conversations, the content and the careers forever changed by one of the greatest mental performance coaches who ever lived. Check out Harvey’s Books on Amazon 📕The Mental Game of Baseball 📕The Mental Keys to Hitting 📕The Mental ABCs of Pitching 📕Coaching The Mental Game 📕Copying It Down 📕Each Branch, Each Needle 📕Babbling Echoes 📕Persuasion of My Days Brian Cain, MPM, the World’s leader in Mental Performance Coaching brings you practical tips, techniques, stories strategies, meditations and motivations every day that you can use to close the gap from where you are to where you want to be with The Mental Performance Daily Podcast.   Be sure to subscribe wherever you are listening to this podcast, leave us a review, and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak  ⌚Lean More About Pison, The World’s First Cognitive Performance App and Wearable 🎤 Follow Brian’s Mental Performance Daily Podcast 💻 Join Brian’s MPM Coaches Certification Insiders List & Save $200 ⚾ Take Brian’s FREE Baseball Masterclass