In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast, I talk about what happens when a gymnast has lost trust in their coach and how parents, athletes, and coaches can work together to rebuild that relationship. We explore why trust does not happen automatically and how small, positive experiences can slowly fill up what I call the “trust bin.” I also talk about why ... Show More
Oct 14
Parenting Through Mental Blocks: Patience, Progress, and Building Confidence
In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast, I talk about how parents can support their gymnasts through mental blocks, slow progress, and moments when skills seem to disappear. When your child is struggling, it can be hard to stay patient, especially when you see their frustrat ... Show More
22m 7s
May 2022
Affirmations for Athletes! PEAK PERFORMANCE Mindset
Create the mindset, resilience, and self-belief of a top athlete! When it comes to peak performance, athletes know that success relies on more than their physical capabilities.. and that BRAIN TRAINING is just as important of an ingredient! If you’re an athlete, treat this episod ... Show More
2m 53s
Jan 2021
How Mental Training Will Get You to Your Next Level of Play
Are you or your athletes struggling to get to the next level of play? Many times, an athletes' mental game is preventing them from outpacing other players with equal physical abilities. In this week's podcast, Dr. Cohn speaks with Brenda Schultz-McCarthy, a former professional te ... Show More
24m 27s
Jan 2023
EP071 Gymnastics Growth Show - Nick Ruddock and Barb Fraser
Welcome to the Gymnastics Growth Show podcast, brought to you by Nick Ruddock, a performance Gymnastics Coach and consultant to international gymnastics teams and professional sports clubs. In this podcast, Nick and his special guests share the strategies and tactics used to opti ... Show More
42m 26s
Apr 2022
#489: Sports Confidence Hacks for Any Athlete
Sports confidence is the key to supreme athletic performance, but most athletes don't know how to tap into their most confident athletic self. Explore the 10 confidence mistakes that keep athletes from peak performance, creating self-doubt and unhelpful self-pressure. Then, learn ... Show More
47m 27s
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">In this <strong>sports psychology podcast</strong>, Dr. Cohn helps parents understand a young athlete who has fragile confidence.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Here is the question Dr. Cohn answers in this episode: Sports Parent:</ ... Show More
