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Oct 2024
14m 47s

Building Consistency: Mental drills to p...

Eli Straw
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Do you want to be a more consistent player? Do you tend to play better in practices than in games? In this episode, you will learn mental drills you can use to build consistency as an athlete and play well in both practices and games! ➡️ Interested in 1-1 mental performance coaching? Schedule your free introductory call to learn more: https://www.successsta ... Show More
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