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The Mind Gym Academy
Jan 4, 20242 min read
The Inner Critic: Navigating Competitiveness and Self-Criticism
In sports and beyond, competitiveness is a driving force that pushes individuals to excel, reach new heights, and achieve their goals....
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The Mind Gym Academy
Jan 3, 20243 min read
How I Changed My Team Culture With One Simple Phrase By Mark Sherman
By Mark Sherman How I Changed My Team Culture With One Simple Phrase. I started coaching youth sports when my 21-year-old daughter was...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Jan 2, 20246 min read
The 40 Best Sports Movies For Kids
The 40 Best Sports Movies For Kids. Sports provide a movie genre primed for teaching some of life’s most important lessons. Whether it is...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Jan 1, 20242 min read
Embrace the New Year with the "One Word Challenge"
As we enter a brand-new year, reflecting on our goals and resolutions is natural. Many of us start the year with a list of things we want...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 31, 20232 min read
New Year's Eve: Reflecting on the Past, Welcoming the Future
As the year's final hours tick away and the world prepares to usher in a new chapter, New Year's Eve is a time of reflection,...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 30, 20233 min read
15 Favorite Youth Sports TEDTalks
15 favorite youth sports TEDTalks. As parents, we strive to guide and support our young athletes, and these talks offer valuable guidance...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 29, 20233 min read
How To Stop Negative Self-Talk
By Asia Mape - click here for the article How To Stop Negative Self-Talk. As sports parents, most of us have heard our children get down...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 28, 20234 min read
“Good Job, But…”By Ashly Colicchio
By Ashly Colicchio - Click here to see the article “Good Job, But…” There I was, five feet tall on a good day, swinging an aluminum bat...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 27, 20232 min read
In the Zone: Mastering Focus and Concentration
Sports are full of distractions, but the greatest athletes have a secret weapon: their ability to stay 'in the zone.' This heightened...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 26, 20232 min read
The Day After Christmas: Reflections and Resolutions for Coaches, Student-Athletes, and Parents
As the excitement of Christmas begins to settle and the new year approaches, the day after Christmas is an excellent time for reflection...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 25, 20232 min read
Christmas Day: A Message for Coaches, Student-Athletes, and Parents
As Christmas Day dawns, it's a time of celebration, togetherness, and reflection. Whether you're a coach, a student-athlete, or a parent,...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 24, 20232 min read
Mental Game Coaching: Finding Inner Peace on Christmas Eve
As Christmas Eve approaches, the air is filled with anticipation and excitement. It's a time when families come together, traditions are...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 23, 20238 min read
The Art of Effective Communication in Coaching
In coaching, it's not just what you say; it's how you say it – and sometimes, what you don't say at all. Good communication is about more...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 22, 20232 min read
"Unmasking the Student Athlete: Richard Carthon's TED Talk on the Untold Story"
Greetings, readers! Today, we delve into an eye-opening TED Talk by Richard Carthon titled "Student Athlete: The Untold Story." In this...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 22, 20232 min read
"Raising Champions: Lessons from Ashton and Roz Eaton's TED Talk on How To Raise An Olympian"
Hello, dear readers! Today, we embark on a journey that delves into champion upbringing. In their enlightening TED Talk, "How To Raise An...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 22, 20232 min read
"Unleash Your Potential: Gonzalo Vilariño's TED Talk on Overcoming Obstacles"
Hello, my dear readers, and welcome to another insightful TED Talk exploration! Today, we're diving into a truly inspiring talk by...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 22, 20232 min read
"Restoring the Joy of Play: Matt Young's TED Talk on Giving Sport Back to the Kids"
Greetings, fellow enthusiasts of sports and child development! Today, we're diving into an inspiring TED Talk by Matt Young titled "Give...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 22, 20232 min read
"Unlocking Success: The Art of Being Coachable in Sports and Life"
Welcome back, dear readers! Today, we will explore an insightful TED Talk by the legendary Desmond Howard titled "Be Coachable in Sports...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 21, 20235 min read
Winter Break Essentials for Coaches to Recharge and Grow
As winter break rolls around, it's a crucial time for us coaches to take a step back and concentrate on what really matters for our own...
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The Mind Gym Academy
Dec 21, 20232 min read
5 Ways to Start Working With Parents
5 Ways to Positive Engage Parente Lead by Example Our actions and reactions set the tone for those around us, including parents who look...
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