Mental Performance Playbook

Pre-Marathon Mental Preparation for Performance| Ep. 161

Mental Performance Playbook Episode 161. Brought to you by The Athletes Health. In this episode of The Mental Performance Playbook Gabe Rummel shares his mental preparation strategies for his marathon race, emphasizing visualization, internal locus of control, pain management, and identity shaping to optimize performance, among other topics. This episode goes through his journey of this year, some of the challenges, and how any performance, especially athletic performances, can use these mental exercises. Especially useful for coaches, parents, and of course, athletes! Chapters (00:00) Introduction to Mental Preparation for Marathon (01:10) Mental Training as Part of Athletic Preparation (02:56) Course Visualization Techniques (05:58 Importance of Physical and Mental Preparation (07:58) Internal Locus of Control and Focus (09:04) Breathing and Self-Talk Strategies (11:09) Using Music to Alter State (12:37) Pain as a Performance Driver (14:07) Building Confidence Through VTO and PSP (15:25) The Power of Identity in Performance (17:25) Setting Mountain Goals and Milestones (20:03) Integrating Mental Skills into Life and Sport (20:57) Closing Remarks and Call to Action Keywords: mental performance, marathon, visualization, internal locus of control, pain management, athlete mindset, mental exercises, sports psychology, performance preparation, mental toughness, endurance running, goal setting, positive self-talk, resilience, mindfulness, race strategy, pacing, hitting the wall, motivation, stress management, confidence, flow state, breathwork, cognitive appraisal, positive affirmations, arousal regulation, coping mechanisms, concentration, imagery, self-efficacy, energy Check out more! Website: ⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/]https://www.theathleteshealth.com/⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/%E2%81%A0] Instagram: ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/]https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/%E2%81%A0] Free Athlete Assessment: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder] Free Parent Snapshot Questionnaire: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot] Text me! (319) 349-9553

Who Parents Should Yell At In Youth Sports | Ep. 160

Mental Performance Playbook Episode 160. Brought to you by The Athletes Health. In this episode of The Mental Performance Playbook Gabe Rummel explores the common targets of yelling in sports, including parents, coaches, and players, and discusses how to respond constructively. This episode offers insights into managing emotions and fostering better communication in youth sports. It comes from a great real life story! Enjoy, comment, like, and share it with someone who should see it! Check out more! Website: ⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/]https://www.theathleteshealth.com/⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/%E2%81%A0] Instagram: ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/]https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/%E2%81%A0] Free Athlete Assessment: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder] Free Parent Snapshot Questionnaire: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot] Text me! (319) 349-9553 Keywords: yelling in sports, sports psychology, youth sports, mental training, communication, coaching, parenting in sports, mental toughness, athlete mindset, performance anxiety, resilience, motivation, focus, goal setting, sportsmanship, confidence, visualization, emotional regulation, youth player development, team building, coaching ethics, parent pressure, burnout prevention, mindfulness, self-talk, coping strategies, leadership, athletic identity, youth athletics

The 3 Keys to Mental Consistency for Athletes This Summer | Ep. 159

Mental Performance Playbook Episode 159. Brought to you by The Athletes Health. In this episode of The Mental Performance Playbook Gabe Rummel discusses the importance of consistency in mental and physical routines for athletes, emphasizing how routine builds mental resilience and performance. This episode provides actionable strategies for athletes, coaches, and parents to implement routines that create and grow long-term success. (00:00) The Importance of Consistency (03:27) Physical Actions and Mental Performance (04:36) Mental Actions and Mental Performance (06:10) Building Routines for Success (08:02) Training Consistency: A Key to Improvement (09:43) Beyond Positive Mindset: The Depth of Mental Training Check out more! Website: ⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/]https://www.theathleteshealth.com/⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/%E2%81%A0] Instagram: ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/]https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/%E2%81%A0] Free Athlete Assessment: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder] Free Parent Snapshot Questionnaire: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot] Text me! (319) 349-9553 athletic performance, mental consistency, routines, athlete mental health, sports psychology, training habits, peak performance, visualization, mindfulness, goal setting, resilience, self-talk, focus, motivation, burnout, recovery, coping skills, imagery, grit, breathwork, confidence, stress management, anxiety, flow state, pre-game ritual, sleep hygiene, injury rehab, mindset, discipline, self-regulation, wellness, composure, emotional control, team cohesion.

Self-Talk and Break-Through Strategies For Athletes (For Parents and Coaches) | Ep. 159

Mental Performance Playbook Episode 158. Brought to you by The Athletes Health. In this episode of The Mental Performance Playbook Gabe Rummel explains and trains the power of self-talk in athletic performance, emphasizing how thoughts influence success and how to harness this mental tool effectively. He shares insights on managing the mental game, setting big goals, and controlling the lens through which we perceive ourselves, and more. Check it out! Chapters (00:00) Introduction to Self-Talk (01:51) The Number Of Thoughts... (04:15) The Lens of Perception (06:14) The Subconscious Iceberg (09:17) Exercise Steps For Self-Talk (12:01) Conclusion and Call to Action Check out more! Website: ⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/]https://www.theathleteshealth.com/⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/%E2%81%A0] Instagram: ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/]https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/%E2%81%A0] Free Athlete Assessment: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder] Free Parent Snapshot Questionnaire: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot] Text me! (319) 349-9553 Keywords: self-talk, mental performance, athletic mindset, subconscious iceberg, goal setting, mental training, athlete psychology, sports psychology, peak performance, mental toughness, mindset matters, growth mindset, visualization, sports motivation, focus and concentration, confidence building, mental strength, athletic success, game day prep, sports science, high performance coaching, competitive edge

3 Things Every Athlete Can Learn From Mom | Ep. 157

Mental Performance Playbook Episode 157. Brought to you by The Athletes Health. In this episode of The Mental Performance Playbook Gabe Rummel breaks down how traits exhibited by mothers, such as certainty, protectiveness, and compassion, can be trained into athletes to enhance their mental performance and leadership qualities. Through three key exercises, certainty instinct, mama bear mode, and compassionate accountability ,Gabe provides practical strategies for coaches, parents, and athletes to create and hone resilience, confidence, and team cohesion. Check it out and share the show! (00:00) Introduction and Mother's Day Inspiration (02:28) Exercise 1: Certainty Instinct and Visualization (04:52) Exercise 2: Mama Bear Mode and Protective Instinct (06:37) Exercise 3: Compassionate Accountability in Teams (08:31) Summary of the Three Key Exercises (09:39) Final Thoughts and Call to Action Check out more! Website: ⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/]https://www.theathleteshealth.com/⁠ [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/%E2%81%A0] Instagram: ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/]https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/gaberummeltah/%E2%81%A0] Free Athlete Assessment: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/free-mental-max-out-finder] Free Parent Snapshot Questionnaire: https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot [https://www.theathleteshealth.com/tah-mental-max-snapshot] Text me! (319) 349-9553 Kewords: mental performance, athlete training, leadership, confidence, resilience, visualization, protective instinct, accountability, sports psychology, mental toughness, athlete mindset, sports mindset, mental coaching, peak performance, performance coaching, youth sports, athlete development, pre-game routine, competitive edge, mental game, composure, focus training, winning mindset, team culture, sports motivation, mental strength, champion mindset, parents of athletes, high school sports, grit, zone