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Norisha Campbell, a dynamic professional volleyball player and talented singer based in Germany, shares her journey of balancing motherhood with elite sports and performing arts. She delves into her core belief of seeing oneself as exceptional and discusses the impact of mentorship and resilience in her life. Norisha reflects on handling mistakes during games and her proud moments on 'The Voice.' Additionally, she offers insights into building a post-sport career, daily routines, and the importance of prioritizing goals while giving back to others.

FULL SHOW NOTES @ http://BeyondAthletic.com/28 #28 How To Sleep, Recover & Move Better with Kevin CANN MS, CN. February 7, 2015 | Expert GamePlan Session GUEST: Kevin CANN Date of Birth: 07/26/1983 Degrees or certifications: MS kinesiology/BS Nutrition & Certified Holistic Nutrionist SHOW TOPICS: Sleep & Vitamin D Importance Nutrition & Meal Planning For Athletes Basic "MUST'S" Exercises for Anyone especially athletes! BRIEF BIO I am the director of strength and conditioning at total performance sports just outside of Boston. I write for breakingmuscle.com as well as robbwolf.com. I have coached everyone from elite athletes to general population Give a quote or personal belief/mantra: A wise man changes his mind often, a fool never. Name one learning resource you love to use... My peers Give a tool/habit you love to use to stay healthy: Awareness LIST A CAUSE / PROJECT / OR BELIEF CONCERNING ADDING VALUE TO OTHERS that's most important to you... Obesity and modern disease CONTACT KEVIN www.geneticpotentialnutrition.com www.totalperformancesports.com www.facebook.com/kevin.cann.7 Twitter kevincann1 Paleo Blog: http://robbwolf.com/author/kevin-cann/ Fitness Blog: http://breakingmuscle.com/coaches/kevin-cann

#27 So, You're Talented... Well There Are More Important Things with Bassam BEIDAS ATHLETE CASE STUDY | Feb 4, 2015 Enter Full Name: Bassam Beidas Date of Birth? 26/12/1988 Sport: Tennis (Pro) BIO: Lebanese. #20 ITF Juniors Ranking (Under 18) Three time All-American at Pepperdine University #499 ATP Ranking (Career High) Quote or personal motto that you believe in .... "Fail to Prepare, Prepare to Fail" - Roy Keane (Footballer for Manchester United) Name THE person you feel has been MOST influential in your life to reach higher and be better? My parents for giving me opportunities in tennis that most people wouldn't get where I grew up. They didn't motivate or push me because I did most of that myself, but they opened doors for me. List book or learning resource you love to use... I love using blogs and other such sites to keep up with the latest on strength and conditioning, rehab, and sports nutrition. Give a tool/habit you love to use to stay healthy: Well, at the moment I have been doing a lot of rehab for my back so I am in and out of the gym all the time. I also have my exercises I do at home but I spend plenty of time in the gym too. A useful tool or tip for eating on the go -OR- for traveling in general? When I was travelling to tournaments I always took a foam roller with me and packets of nuts so I wouldn't have to go around searching for a healthy snack. What's a cause or thing/action you like to do to add value to other peoples lives that you either know or dont know at all? The last few years I have taken more of an interest in politics (from an Arab perspective mainly). I like to read a lot and transfer what I know and think to open other people's eyes to what really goes on in the world (usually via Facebook). I think my generation is becoming more politically aware than perhaps the one that came immediately before them and this can lead to positive changes in the world. I definitely have plans to contribute even more once I am settled in whatever I am going to do after tennis. Your social media account: Instagram @bgbeidas

#26 How To Trust Yourself In The Moment with Antoine BENNETEAU Athlete Case Study: (FRANCE) A University of Florida Grad, NCAA All-American, Was Ranked 370 in ATP Singles & Journalist @ L'Equipe 21 January 31, 2015 BACKGROUND On today’s show we will talk about some of Antoine’s struggles he went through as an athlete and how he got through them to get to where he is today. We will discuss the importance of trusting in yourself and staying in the moment when times get a little shaky. BIO Born, Antoine BENNETEAU, from Bourg-en-Bresse, France on June 30, 1986. Played in the French Open twice at the ages of 16 and 17. He is an NCAA All-American; Antoine graduated from the University of Florida on a full scholarship with a business management degree. After college he went Pro. His Best ATP ranking in singles was 370 in the world. He has won 3 ATP futures tournaments Now a TV journalist for a French Sports Channel called L'Equipe 21. LEAVE A REVIEW & Subscribe to #BeyondAthletic in iTunes so other can find us too! Share this with one person you think could benefit the most… MOST GRATEFUL TODAY FOR: The luck to go through all of the experiences I’ve gone through, where I am today, and the people I have met along the way PERSONAL QUOTE: “Impose your good fortune, stay close to your happiness and walk towards (your) risk. Watching you they will get used to it.” -René Char (French poet & rugby player) MOST INFLUENTIAL PERSON IN YOUR LIFE: My brother, Julien Benneteau, and my coach when I was a young teen. KEY DISCUSSION POINTS What was one of your biggest struggles or failures and what did you learn? When was an important time (i.e. match point) you took a chance, or you DIDN’T take a chance, and you made a mistake and what did you learn from this experience? When was the moment in your life you had a “lightbulb” moment? What is one of your proudest moments? What made you decide to go to school in the US and what did you take away from being there? What are some of the differences between the opportunity in the US and in France? Do you think your degree from Univ. of Florida has helped you so far in life and will in the future more than if you didn’t get it? What has you most excited these days and what direction are you headed? Why do you have interests in writing a book? KEY LESSONS Every athlete goes through some type of injury where they miss a little bit or A LOT of competition Take care of your body, don’t let the pressure of the game or team counting on you prolong a possible serious injury or cause you to ignore it When injured, find out what you need to do to rehabilitate, do everything you need to do to come back stronger and better “I took some days off spent the holidays in France, but I shortened them and I went to Philadelphia and got surgery...I worked hard everyday with my rehab to come back stronger, which I did.” -AB @ 13:32 When in the moment of a match or game and you have to make BIG decisions in a short amount of time, remember to stay calm, and fight through Keep trusting yourself and follow your heart and instincts, especially if things have been going well for you thus far Take it one match/game at a time, stay in the moment “I was in Guadalajara, and that’s when I won my first tournament in the ATP Future and..all the matches, all 5 of them were tough, but I was in a building process and I was taking each step at a time, each match at a time, and it led me to the title.” -AB @ 21:08 Life is about taking risks and making choices to find your way or path in life Getting a degree in college will give you more opportunities after your athletic career is finished “If I didn’t have my degree from Univ. of Florida, I wouldn’t be able to be in my journalism school….and I wouldn’t do the job I love right now.” -AB @ 27:04 Always have a plan for after the ending of your athletic career Whatever it is what you are doing, career wise, it’s important that you enjoy it ANTOINE’S TIP JAR What’s the best advice you have ever received? A coach once told me, “do today, what will make you better today.” When you were playing, what was one of the first things you would do when you came to a new arena? Take time to see the courts, feel out the atmosphere, recognize my favorite spots. What personal habits contributed most to your success? The night before a match, I always take time to visualize what I wanted to happen. Sleep & Morning ritual: I would sleep for 8 hours, and first thing in the morning I have some water Name one way you’d like to improve yourself as a person? I’d like to be more effective in whatever I do and be a bit more patient A learning resource you love to use… A Book called: "The stranger" by Albert Camus Give a tool/habit you love to use to stay healthy: Playing in a soccer game every week A useful tool or tip for eating on the go -OR- for traveling in general? Travel in sweat pants How do you add value to others? I coach and give advice to some players that have come to me that are going through what I went through What are some tips you can give to people on how to make a plan to use sport and also do more with their lives and putting that plan into action? Keep yourself interested in things other than JUST your sport, (i.e. instruments, reading, marketing, entrepreneurship) With all of the resources and new things you know now, if you could go back, what would you do differently to set yourself up for success? I would do everything the same with more patience, less stress, and I would have more confidence and trust myself more. INFO Charity/Organizations They Add Value to: I give the clothes that I don't use anymore to the Red Cross Organization Business/Work: TV Journalist for a French Sports Channel, L’Equipe 21 Past/Current Teams: University of Florida Tennis Recommended Guest: Alexis Musialek, current tennis player on ATP tour and former member of the University of Kentucky. Follow Athlete Here: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Email Piece of Wisdom from Antoine “We are athletes that love sports and sports is our passion, but we are also human beings with feelings and things can go wrong, and its ok, we also have to remember that being an athlete can be a solution in life when you have personal problems, being on a team can be very helpful, you learn so much being an athlete.” Definition of An Athlete? "I think an athlete is someone that has the chance to live his passion and to earn his life with it and is able to know that and to be humble about it and to enjoy it, not someone that is beyond that." LEAVE A 5 STAR REVIEW FOR THIS EPISODE ON: ITUNES -OR- OUR SITE WE WILL GET YOUR REVIEW TO THE ATHLETE! @BEYONDATHLETIC

#25 Design Your Plan & Follow Through with Mike VAN ZUTPHEN (Part 1) January 28, 2015 | Expert Game Plan: An American (USA), USPTA Master Professional, Inductee of the Tennis Teacher Hall of Fame & 20 Year USPTA Tester of the Year _________________________________________________ BACKGROUND On today’s show we will get into specialized training and how important structure & having a relationship with your coach/player is. We will also discuss three different concepts involved with getting better through trainings: mechanical, cognitive, and emotional training. Mike dives into how important structure of not only training but your life as an athlete is to your success and how you should track progress and goals. In this first part we also talk about Functional Intelligence which Mike describes as “...the ability to function under pressure, in the defined environment, making great decisions based on a tactical way to play and the statistical percentages” and why it’s so important athletes have it! BIO Born, Mike Van Zutphen on September 17, 1953 and currently living in Huntington Beach, California USA. Degree in Business from the University of Tulsa. It took Mike ten years to get his classification of Master Professional after going through strenuous requirements. Has worked with all levels U.S. Players to develop their game/game plan. He helped design the curriculum guide for all the grade schools in the U.S. Players all over the world started coming to him to be coached. Played World Team Tennis With Pat Dupret, and at that time was hired as a doubles specialist. His best win was beating 11th ranked ranked in the world, Andrew Peterson from South Africa. Mike feels that his consistency level and lack of structure is what kept him from making it further in the professional tennis world. Coached at a Junior College, had his own TV show, and was the owner of Sun Tennis Magazine. Was the director of Tennis Operations Arizona, and is still currently the owner of the Arizona Tennis Association. Trained 2 NCAA Champions and a Wimbledon Junior champion, Wesley Whitehouse. Was Inductee of the Tennis Teacher Hall of Fame. He has written 5 Books on Tennis. Has been the Head Tester of the USPTA for the last 20 years in a row. LEAVE A REVIEW & Subscribe to #BeyondAthletic in iTunes so other can find us too! Share this with one person you think could benefit the most… PERSONAL QUOTE: “If you live your life to a certain standard and you give everything you’ve got, you can’t feel bad about whatever happens with the outcome” “A ball of the net has a future” Key Discussion Points: What is the advantage of having a coach like you with your philosophy? What are some examples of how an athlete could structure their daily lives better? What are your thoughts on tracking and functional intelligence? Key Lessons: A coach needs to have a relationship with the player As a coach, find a way to learn from other coaches, as their style may be relevant to your “..coaches in the industry that I would consider really phenomenal teachers, and what I tried to do was gather that information from those coaches that I felt was relevant for me and I’d go back to adding those skills or those techniques to my style of teaching.” MV @ 11:58 Everybody is different and receives coaching/teaching differently Polish the skill so that the athlete owns it Athletes need to identify where they are at, to know where they are going Avoid “random” training “ Design a specific training so that it attacks the weakness that is actually occurring in the match.” MV @ 19:01 Having structure is designing so that the athlete optimizes his/her chances When watching film, don’t focus on what you think is happening, but focus on what actually IS happening Build up your weakness, so they are strong when others attack them Athletes have a 10 minute window after competition to refuel their system “Whatever I put into my system, after that 10 minute window, the doors shut, its in my stomach, but its not gonna effect the cells in the body.” MV @ 29:10 Functional intelligence is the hardest skill to train athletes “..its the ability to function under pressure, in the defined environment, making great decisions based on a tactical way to play and the statistical percentages.” MD @ 35:48 Give a tool or habit you love to use to stay healthy: Playing Doubles Name one learning resource you love to use: Books, Visuals, and world class coaches List a cause, project, or belief concerning adding value to others that is most important to you: Working with Special Olympics “Plan your progress, don’t randomly do it, it’s a game plan of life, its a game plan of professional standards that you have to live by to have success, you can’t randomly do it, design your plan, and follow through” -Mike Van Zutphen BOOKS: Management book; Player Development Book; Get a Grip; NTRP; Strings, Tension and Rackets Mentioned : USPTA, Tennis Teacher Hall of Fame, NCAA, Wimbledon, Wesley Whitehouse, Arizona Tennis Association, Pat Dupret, Andrew Peterson , Sun Tennis Magazine, University of Tulsa. Resources: TennisLesson1, One Minute Tennis Lessons Contact Mike: Email | LinkedIn | CV/Resumė {LEAVE A 5 STAR REVIEW FOR THIS EPISODE ON: ITUNES -OR- OUR SITE WE WILL GET YOUR REVIEW TO THE ATHLETE! @BEYONDATHLETIC}

BACKGROUND Today we will be talking with a Tennis Athlete, more of them to come in the near future. We will discuss how the will to be great is bigger than just talent alone and how important it is to give 100% effort without the fear of failure. Dino will share with us some of the challenges that came his way and how he handled them. He explains how helpful psychologists, coaches, and trainers are great people to have on your team and in your corner through the tough times of being an athlete, they are there to help you get better in every aspect. BIO Born, Dino MARCAN, from Rijeka Croatia in 1991. Currently living in Zagreb, Croatia. Went to IMG Academy in Florida and played in all 4 Grand Slams for Juniors. Best single result was the quarter final Junior at Wimbledon, and winning the Roland Garros Doubles. He then attended Ohio State University on a full scholarship. 1 In the Croatia at under 14 yrs old. He was a champion at indoors and outdoors at the Under 16s Team European Championships. Was the highest recruited international player in 2009. After one year of college, he got to the semi finals of the indoor championships and the quarter finals of the NCAA finals. Was also named an NCAA ALL-American as a freshman. As a professional, he was won 4 future’s tournaments and has competed at a number of challengers in the ATP. So far highest single ranking in the world is 289, and 151 in doubles. In high hopes of having a better ranking in 2015 and plans on competing in New York at the US Open doubles. {LEAVE A REVIEW & Subscribe to #BeyondAthletic in iTunes so other can find us too! Share this with one person you think could benefit the most…} MOST GRATEFUL TODAY FOR: The respect he receives from other players around the world PERSONAL QUOTE: “The will of the man ain’t the skill of the man” Biggest Mentors in Life and Sport: Goran Prpić, Nick Bollettieri, Roger Federer, Paul Annacone, Boris Becker Key Discussion Points: What was one of your biggest struggles or failures? Was there a psychological change that lead up to a path that seemed to go downhill? Is there a match you remember where you made a key mistake that was a result of fear? What was your biggest “light-bulb” moment? Why did you choose to go to school in the US? What are the differences between tennis in Croatia and your experiences in the US? What is the statistic for an average amount of playing years for a Pro in Tennis? What has you most excited these days in terms of projects, goals, etc? Key Lessons: We can’t just rely on our talents, we need to have the will to put forth the effort A failure/loss doesn’t have to take a huge mental toll on your career “At the end of the day you realize that the most important things in the world are not playing the US Open or being 290 or 250, as long as you stay healthy and as long as you make your life easy and you stay happy, a failure can be a really small part of your career.” DM @ 14:18 Focus more on the process, and results will eventually follow After a failure, try to get up and move forward right away Avoid the fear of failure and always give your 100% full effort “When I started working with some sport psychologists, we realized that there was actually a fear of failing and giving a 100% of yourself and then by working with them and started competing 100% stop caring about the outcome...I started focussing on the progress and not about the outcome.” DM @ 17:05 Get as many people in your corner as possible, because all advice could be helpful When you find something that you’re good at, that you enjoy, pursue it, see where it can take you Give yourself the right amount of time to transition into your professional career “To the young players out there, if you are not 100% sure that you have the right things to make it fast and not sure that you can be top 100 in the next year, go to college take 1, 2, or 3 years off, it’s a great transition from Juniors to Pro’s, that’s why I attended Ohio State University.” DM @ 23:48 The United States gives you the opportunity to compete at a high level and receive a good education at the same time. As a tennis player, once your career is finished, there are many job opportunities. DINO’S TIP JAR What’s the best advice that you have ever received? When nothing goes well focus on footwork and watching the ball What’s one of the first things you do when you arrive at a new arena to play? I hit 20 minutes down the middle What personal habit do you have that you believe contributes most to your success? Hard Work; getting up at 7 am in the off season, 2 sessions of 2 hours and 1.5 hour more in the gym, watching what you eat, taking protein shakes, and when you get to the tournament, spending 4-5 hours a day in the club, thinking about your matches, preparing yourself, it takes a lot of time OFF the court as well as ON the court Sleep & Morning ritual: I have to get at least 8 hours of sleep, I take quick and easy breakfast (cereal/yogurt), pack my stuff, leave the house, and I show up for practice at 10am, that is when I work the best. What is one way that you’d like to improve as a person? I would like to be more clean and organized (apartment). I would like to take my sport discipline and apply it to my personal life. How do you feel that playing other sports, soccer and golf, help you with tennis? Soccer helps me with my lungs, when I get back on the tennis court, I can’t afford to lose breath, and golf relaxes me and gets me into a quiet place where I can really work on my well being. What book would you give away as a gift and why? If it’s a tennis player, I would give the book of Brad Gilbert, Winning Ugly, it can teach you so much about tennis and competing in sports in general, But if its someone else, An Autobiography of Muhammad Ali and Mutant Message Down Under How do you like to improve athletes and add value to their lives? I’ve helped three younger tennis players, I also gave away 20 shirts and 20 shorts to a young player from Rijeka and seeing his reaction and how proud he was made me feel happy. I stay in contact with these young players and give them someone to look up to and give them advice on the game and what tournaments to sign up for. If you had a redo,and had all of the resources you have now, what would have done differently to reach success? I would definitely have had less moments of desperation, depression, and uncertainty, more self esteem and more self respect as a player. Follow Dino: Facebook | FanPage | Twitter Definition of an Athlete? "A professional person, who takes good care of their career, reliable, everywhere on time, prepared, be a role model to the young kids and young athletes and someone who can make this world a better place by using their popularity for a good cause and bring great motivation to the world. " {LEAVE A 5 STAR REVIEW FOR THIS EPISODE ON: ITUNES -OR- OUR SITE WE WILL GET YOUR REVIEW TO THE ATHLETE! @BEYONDATHLETIC}

Discover six essential tips for maintaining your body and mind health. Learn hydration strategies to implement before, during, and after workouts. Explore a two-stage post-workout nutrition plan that emphasizes recovery shakes and nutrient-rich meals. Dive into efficient training techniques and mindfulness practices for better focus. Plus, hear about the importance of continuous learning and mobility exercises to boost your performance and prevent injuries. Get ready to elevate your health game!

January 17, 2015 | ATHLETE CASE STUDY #22 How To Break 10 Records by 23yrs Old with Milan RISTIC Milan Ristić (Serbia) Track & Field Hurdler | Beyond Athletic Podcast BIO Born, Milan RISTIĆ, in Belgrade, Serbia on 8 August 1991 (age 23). Currently living in North Carolina, USA. He is a son of Velimir and Gordana Ristic, he has an older sister Marija. He's a track and field athlete who specializes in hurdling. Having competed in hurdling and other events with archrivals AK Crvena Zvezda and AK Partizan, he has represented Serbia in international competition. Went to college in the U.S. First attended UNC Asheville, and then my junior year transferred to UC Berkeley where I finished my degree. 3x NCAA All-American. Got married to Meredith Foster Ristić while I was in college at UNCA, where I met my wife the first year when I came to the U.S. He is a Serbian national record holder in the indoor 60 meter hurdles event and broke 9 records at UNC. Ristić is a member of Serbian national senior team since 2010. HEIGHT: 188CM, 6'3" | WEIGHT: 88KG, 193LBS MEANINGFUL QUOTE "If you can dream it, you can do it" -Walt Disney BIGGEST INFLUENCERS My wife Meredith and my family! FAVORITE LEARNING RESOURCE: youtube.com because I can see the stuff I read or hear about in hurdling world HEALTHY HABIT: Fishing, anywhere really because it relaxes me. TRAVEL TIPS: For traveling, lots of vitamins, fruits and vegetables, because it's hard to get a good meal in a hurry. HOW THEY ADD VALUE TO OTHERS: Volunteering at different events and helping people in need. CONTACT PERSONAL FB | FANPAGE | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER See Full Show Notes @ http://beyondathletic.com/22

Dr. Jeremy J. Hoff, a physical medicine and sports medicine physician and former volleyball athlete, shares valuable insights on injury prevention and nutrition. He discusses the impact of over-specialization and common injuries in youth sports. Hoff emphasizes the importance of sleep and whole-food nutrition, advocating for a high-fat, low-carb diet. He also explores regenerative medicine techniques and the significance of mastering sports fundamentals. Tune in for expert tips on maintaining a competitive mindset while prioritizing health.

#20 Get Scouted And Create Your Brand with Momir GAJIC Expert Case Study Momir GAJIC | Serbian former basketball player, Minnesota Timberwolves Scout Intern & ItsMyPlay.com Owner & Entrepreneur Date of Birth: 09/05/78 Brief Bio:. One of the youngest intern - scouts in NBA (Minnesota Timberwolves). 1 out of 2 Serbian - Passport full time NCAA Division 1 coaches (University of Rhode Island) Founder of ItsMyPlay project which was chosen top 80 most perspective start-ups in Demo Conference in Silicon Valley. Personal Quote.... "Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you arrive in." - Bill Bradley Lessons? Athletes are in essence entrepreneurs. I would like to provide tips relating to mind set that every athlete should have while going through challenging times. Mentors? I had many influencers in my life. Picking different qualities from different people is my habit. Name one learning resource you love to use... Entrepreneur Daily Tools Guest cannot live without: Whatsapp, Trello, Gmail Give a tool/habit you love to use to stay healthy: Find a place where you can meditate. A useful tool or tip for eating on the go -OR- for traveling in general? Raw almonds is one the best nutrition snacks you can have while in on-the-go mode What's a cause or thing/action you like to do to add value to other peoples lives that you either know or dont know at all? These are spontaneous acts of kindness. The other day I saw old lady sitting down on the sideway waiting for the bus. It was raining and she was soaking wet. The bust station didn't have the bench and roof cover. I stopped and offered to drive her home. She accepted. I never plan these actions but I react with my instinct when I see people in the need of assistance. Contact Guest Here: Twitter: @itsmyplay Instagram: @momirg2015 Facebook: Momir Gajic Email: momir@itsmyplay.com Guest's Personal Website: http://www.momirgajic.com Optional Link To CV/Resumé http://www.itsmyplay.com/people/2/profile