In this episode of The Get Mental Podcast, we're talking with Corinn Brewer, a U-20 American record holder in women's decathlon and a senior at Lehigh University. We discuss Corinn's journey as an athlete, the mental skills she employs to overcome fear and anxiety, and the importance of mental training in sports.

Corinn shares her experiences with injuries, her faith, and how it has shaped her approach to competition. The conversation also touches on the challenges of transferring schools and the lessons learned along the way! You're going to want to listen to this!

On today's episode, we're doing a sports psychology roundup with Hearts & Minds' founder and CEO, Trevor Conner!

We explore the importance of mental recalibration during competitions, the role of parents in shaping an athlete's mindset, and the balance between ambition and acceptance. Plus, we're emphasizing the significance of internal pressures, the impact of the environment on performance, and the need for athletes to focus on the process rather than just outcomes. Tap in!

In this episode of the Get Mental podcast, host Dave Matthews interviews Joseph Kennedy, a doctoral candidate in counseling psychology and expert in sports psychology. They discuss the evolving landscape of sports psychology, focusing on the growing acceptance of mental health support among athletes, the integration of mindfulness practices, and the importance of self-awareness in performance. Kennedy shares insights on the ATC model for understanding thoughts and emotions, the significance of consistency in athletic performance, and the concept of 'shrinking the game' to simplify focus and enhance performance.

The conversation emphasizes the need for athletes to balance self-judgment with non-judgmental awareness to improve their mental game and overall performance. In this conversation, Joe Kennedy and Dave Matthews explore the complexities of being a college athlete, focusing on the mental health challenges they face during their transition from high school to college sports.