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Sports Psychology - Psychathletes

Sports Psychology - Psychathletes

By Ryan Pho

Welcome to the Psychathletes Podcast!

Ryan discusses the lack of mental training resources for athletes of all ages.

That lack of mental resources has created a pandemic of athletes who suffer from: sports performance anxiety, confidence issues and nowhere to turn to for help.

In this podcast we discuss the fundamentals of sports psychology from the perspective of athletes in their 20s.

In the Psychathlete community you will learn:

Mental toughness training drills, tips, techniques
Meditation
Visualization
Managing nerves and anxiety
Low-Confidence
And more
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How Can We Induce a State of Flow During Our Performance?

Sports Psychology - PsychathletesFeb 23, 2024

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How Can We Induce a State of Flow During Our Performance?

How Can We Induce a State of Flow During Our Performance?

Hello!
In this episode, I do a review of a review called “Being in the Zone”: A Systematic Review on the Relationship of Psychological Correlates and the Occurrence of Flow Experiences in Sports’ Performance" and discuss flow state AGAIN. We discuss how YOU can induce a state of flow during your performance.
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Intro/Outro Music - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5mZhVRA0Rqs
Feb 23, 202418:08
Overcoming Impostor Syndrome in Sports
Feb 08, 202421:07
Ep. 54 - Confidence, Consistency, and Self-Development (ft. Amber Balcaen)
Apr 07, 202248:07
Ep. 53 - Mental Toughness, Self-Talk, and Taking Up Space ft. Rachael Adams

Ep. 53 - Mental Toughness, Self-Talk, and Taking Up Space ft. Rachael Adams

Feb 24, 202254:49
Ep. 52 - How to Avoid Burnout (Rejuvenate Your Mindset and Performance)
Jan 13, 202213:49
Ep. 51 - How to Set Goals and Build Habits to Unlock Your Peak Potential in 2022

Ep. 51 - How to Set Goals and Build Habits to Unlock Your Peak Potential in 2022

Happy New Year!!! In this episode, its only right that we start off the new year by talking about how to set goals and build habits to unlock your peak potential in 2022.

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Jan 06, 202225:38
Ep. 50 - How to Shut Off Our Inner Critic ft. Applied Vision Baseball (Mark Brooks)

Ep. 50 - How to Shut Off Our Inner Critic ft. Applied Vision Baseball (Mark Brooks)

In this episode, the founder of Applied Vision Baseball, Mark Brooks, joins Ryan on the podcast to discuss his journey as an athlete, vision skills and how it relates to mental performance, how to shut off that inner critic, fear of failure and more. 


Check out Applied Vision Baseball Pitch Recognition and Vision Training here: https://appliedvisionbaseball.com/

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Dec 23, 202135:19
Ep. 49 - Mental Recovery/Readiness/Resilience ft. Rewire Fitness (Sun Sachs and Ed Gibbons)

Ep. 49 - Mental Recovery/Readiness/Resilience ft. Rewire Fitness (Sun Sachs and Ed Gibbons)

Rewire Fitness CEO Sun Sachs and Co-Founder Ed Gibbons hop on the podcast to discuss their game-changing new mobile app, the  importance of mind/body recovery and readiness to compete, and what mental resilience really means.

Rewire Fitness is a neuro-performance mobile app designed to holistically quantify athlete readiness, build mental resilience, and improve mind/body recovery. 

Download the Rewire Fitness app here: https://rewirefitness.app/partners?via=ryan

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Join the PSYCHATHLETES Online Community for free Guided Meditations, Workbooks, Training Videos, and so much more by clicking ⁠HERE⁠ ***

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Dec 16, 202144:40
Ep. 48 - Let's Eliminate Pre-Game Anxiety

Ep. 48 - Let's Eliminate Pre-Game Anxiety

WHAT'S HAPPENING PSYCHATHLETES

In this episode Ryan discusses how if we can let go of results and outcomes, we can alleviate anxiety, nerves, and pressure before games and competitions.
At the bottom of this episode there's a little Q/A section!! If you have any suggestions for future topics on the Psychathletes Podcast let us know there OR shoot us a DM on Instagram!

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Dec 02, 202111:03
Ep. 47 - How to Breathe Like a Pro (reduce anxiety, end overthinking, engage in the present moment)

Ep. 47 - How to Breathe Like a Pro (reduce anxiety, end overthinking, engage in the present moment)

In this episode Ryan teaches you the importance of set breathing patterns during high-pressure situations, how to breathe during these situations properly, and some rhythmic breathing patterns you can start using today to enhance your performance.

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Nov 18, 202108:05
Q/A Podcast Part 2 - How to Maintain Focus, Incorporating Visualization, and Perfectionism
Nov 10, 202115:05
Ep. 46 - Athlete Identity, Power of Thought, and the State of Mental Health in Sports (with Kim Carducci)
Sep 14, 202151:23
Ep. 45 - Why Having Fun Is Crucial For Your Performance (not just a cliche)

Ep. 45 - Why Having Fun Is Crucial For Your Performance (not just a cliche)

In this episode, Ryan discusses the importance of enjoying the sport that you play, the impact it has on your performance, and how to start enjoying the game you love again. 


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Join the PSYCHATHLETES Online Community for free Guided Meditations, Workbooks, Training Videos, and so much more by clicking ⁠HERE⁠ ***

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Sep 08, 202111:37
Q/A Podcast Part 1 - Athletic Identity, Team Cohesion, and Proving Others Wrong

Q/A Podcast Part 1 - Athletic Identity, Team Cohesion, and Proving Others Wrong

In this episode, Ryan hosts a Q/A podcast from submissions via Instagram. In this episode, Ryan discusses the importance of separating athletic identity from life in general, team cohesion, being the underdog, the problem with proving others wrong, and more. 

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Join the PSYCHATHLETES Online Community for free Guided Meditations, Workbooks, Training Videos, and so much more by clicking ⁠HERE⁠ ***

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Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and share what we do with your friends and family! It's the biggest way to support us right now, and we would really appreciate it :).

Sep 02, 202121:33
Ep. 44 - How to Compete with Fearlessness

Ep. 44 - How to Compete with Fearlessness

In this episode, Ryan discusses how the sensation of fear is built through our thought processes, how we can take preventative measures against this fear, and what we can do about it in the moment. 

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Aug 25, 202120:46
Ep. 43 - How Your *Thoughts* Can Break You Out of a Slump

Ep. 43 - How Your *Thoughts* Can Break You Out of a Slump

In this episode, Ryan discusses the effects positive and negative thought has on neural processes and brain function, ultimately affecting our performance.

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Aug 18, 202115:26
Ep. 42 - The Science Behind Mental Training and Why You Need to Understand It

Ep. 42 - The Science Behind Mental Training and Why You Need to Understand It

In this episode, Ryan explains the neuroscience behind mindfulness techniques, how it rewires and restructures our brain, and how it affects our performance. 

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Aug 14, 202114:60
Ep. 41 - Let's Talk about the Olympics

Ep. 41 - Let's Talk about the Olympics

In this episode, we’re going to be discussing the olympics, the athletes competing, the big topic and theme of mental health and performance, and what we can learn from elite athletes competing at the highest level.

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Aug 03, 202114:47
Ep. 40 - How to Eliminate Nerves, Anxiety, and Fear during Games and Competitions
Jul 20, 202118:34
Ep. 39 - Why Perfectionism is Your Enemy
Jul 15, 202111:58
Ep. 38 - What is the Flow State?

Ep. 38 - What is the Flow State?

In this episode Ryan explains the importance of "Flow State", the 5 key concepts crucial to inducing "Flow State" at will, and how to master them. 

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Jun 29, 202121:44
Ep. 37 - Why Pressure Isn't Real

Ep. 37 - Why Pressure Isn't Real

In this episode, Ryan discusses how pressure is a construct created by external factors, and a few tips and techniques that we can use to alleviate stress, pressure, and the effects of created expectations during games and competitions. 

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Jun 22, 202121:27
Ep. 36 - Understanding the Mind-Body Connection
Jun 09, 202121:27
Ep. 35 - Let's Talk About Confidence
Jun 01, 202121:27
Ep. 34 - Self-Fulfilling Cycles and How They Impact Your Performance

Ep. 34 - Self-Fulfilling Cycles and How They Impact Your Performance

In this episode, Ryan discusses the importance of self-fulfilling cycles, how they're formed, and the impact that they have on not only our performance during games and competitions, but on our wellbeing in general. 

🚨 Trying to take your game to the next level? Can't get over your mental hurdles? Check out our 1-on-1 Coaching Services here: https://psychathletes.com/options/coaching/  

Join our Facebook Group to claim our FREE 9 Mental Drills to begin training your mind, and unlock your peak potential (you will also receive our list of confidence affirmations as well, so you can begin a positive, self-fulfilling cycle).

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Article Link : https://positivepsychology.com/self-fulfilling-prophecy/

May 26, 202121:58
Ep. 33 - How to ACTUALLY Build Mental Toughness
May 19, 202119:51
Ep. 32 - What to Do When They Tell You You're Not Good Enough

Ep. 32 - What to Do When They Tell You You're Not Good Enough

In this episode, Ryan discusses the importance of dealing with criticisms and judgements with a certain sense of perspective - allowing these things to fuel you but not letting them consume you. 

🚨 Trying to take your game to the next level? Can't get over your mental hurdles? Check out our 1-on-1 Coaching Services here: https://psychathletes.com/options/coaching/  

Parents and athletes join our Facebook Group to *claim your FREE Sports Anxiety Journal*! https://www.facebook.com/groups/855861778595993

Make sure you guys follow us on Instagram! @psychathletes

Visit psychathletes.com for all your mental training needs, tips, drills, videos and techniques!

Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and share what we do with your friends and family! It's the biggest way to support us right now, and we would really appreciate it :).




May 14, 202125:07
Ep. 31 - Destructive Thought Patterns and Their Impact on our Wellbeing and Performance
May 12, 202125:07
Ep. 30 - Season 1 Finale - What We Resist Persists
Apr 13, 202120:51
Ep. 29 - Mastering the Art of Emotional Control during Competition
Apr 03, 202126:33
Ep. 28 - The Importance of Building Relationships with Teammates and Coaches
Mar 25, 202122:06
Ep. 27 - 4 Mental Drills to Start Building Good Habits
Mar 17, 202125:16
Ep. 26 - How to Achieve Presence and Thoughtlessness through Meditation
Mar 12, 202112:22
Ep. 25 - How to ACTUALLY use Visualization
Mar 06, 202112:13
Ep. 24 - 10 Old Japanese Men
Mar 01, 202115:20
Ep. 23 - Inside the Psychathletes Mindset Group
Feb 24, 202112:30
Ep. 22 - How to Warm Up our Minds before Competition.
Feb 09, 202123:59
Ep. 21 - Staying Present with Annie Kunz
Jan 05, 202135:31
Ep. 20 - Getting 1% Better Every Single Day
Jan 04, 202123:37
Ep. 19 - Why Having Fun Is Key When Competing. ft. Isabella Brown

Ep. 19 - Why Having Fun Is Key When Competing. ft. Isabella Brown

Follow Izzy on Instagram @izzybrown52: https://www.instagram.com/izzybrown52/?hl=en


Join our Discord, where we give you live daily mental tips, on-demand advice, and you can talk to like-minded athletes from all over the world.

Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PaedQVjdrN

Join our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/855861778595993


In this episode we speak with Minnesota Soccer Athlete, Izzy Brown.  We discuss her recruitment process as well as her experience as a D1 collegiate athlete.  We also compare and contrast different mental tools athletes can use when dealing with tremendous pressure while competing. 

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Dec 30, 202036:38
Ep. 18 - Do Collegiate Scouts Look at Your Social Media? ft. Kara Hill
Dec 24, 202034:55
Ep. 17 - Sports Anxiety on the Nose
Dec 17, 202027:07
Ep. 16 - Don't Take the Cable Car ft. Jonas Deichmann
Dec 15, 202047:21
Ep. 15 - Getting in Our Own Way ft. Noel Comrie
Dec 09, 202028:46
Ep. 14 - The Company You Keep and Battling Limiting Beliefs
Dec 07, 202018:50
Ep. 13 - How Perspective and Appreciation can Fuel You
Dec 02, 202015:47
Ep. 12 - 44 Degree Mindset Ft. Mat Hawkes
Nov 27, 202056:52
Ep. 11 - Guest Recap - What We Agreed & Disagreed With
Nov 26, 202050:17
Ep. 10 - Don't Say it, Show it Ft. Last Chance U Coach John Beam
Nov 26, 202001:09:11
Ep. 9 - Fear of Failure w/ Coach Garrison Roy
Nov 24, 202047:32