This is the last episode of the Alpha Girl Confidence Podcast. It's been a fun 5 years, but the time has come to shift and move in a different direction. In this episode I talk about why I'm stopping the podcast and offer my sincere gratitude for being a supporter and listener of the podcast ..read more

In today’s episode I share key takeaways that I've compiled from coaching a professional team's open tryouts, including: The importance of your energy and attitude Your interactions with coaches and teammates Responding to mistakes Being willing to play different positions I know it may not be tryout season for most, but make sure to take notes as these crucial intangibles can make a significant impact on your results during tryouts ..read more

In today’s episode I answer a question from one of our listeners on how to get your confidence back after a long injury. This is the most in depth episode that I’ve done on the podcast I where I discuss how to put yourself in the best position possible to step back onto the field/court with confidence. In this episode you’ll learn: The importance of staying in shape while injured How to shift your perspective to come back stronger How to use visualization during the injury process The importance of trusting and listening to your body How to navigate the fear of getting re-injured Want your q ..read more

In today’s episode, I sat down with Lauren Fleshman who is one of the most decorated American distance runners of all time, a mom, entrepreneur, coach, and author of the best sports book of 2023, Good for a Girl: A Woman Running in a Man’s World. In this convo, we delve into thought-provoking topics surrounding gender equality in sports, the impact of puberty on athletic performance, and the prevalence of disordered eating habits among female athletes. Lauren candidly shares her personal experiences and insights, offering valuable advice for coaches and parents on addressing these critical iss ..read more

Welcome to the last episode of 2023!! In today’s episode, I wanted to repost our most popular guest episode of 2023 with Alyssa Nakken, coach of the SF Giants (MLB). In this episode we talked about: Her journey from D1 softball to coach in the MLB How she navigates being the media and being only female on an all male coaching staff How getting out and moving in nature is one of her non-negotiables for staying grounded Advice for coaches and parents on how to help players get out of slumps The importance of giving kids autonomy in their sports journey How confidence has played a role in her ab ..read more

In today’s episode, I talk about the importance of trusting yourself, thinking for yourself, and embracing your weirdness vs. following trends in order to “fit in” with the crowd. In this episode you’ll learn: Why being different and weird is something to be proud of The benefits of choosing your own path and thinking for yourself Questions to ask yourself when deciding whether to follow the crowd or do your own thing COACHES! Attending the United Soccer Coaches Convention? Register here and use promo code “ALPHA24” when checking out Resources: ? Read my book “She the Confident” https ..read more

In today’s episode I sat down with Asia Mape who is an Emmy award winning sports journalist, former college athlete, a mother of 3 daughters, and the founder of I Love to Watch You Play. In this convo we dove deep into the challenges and pressures that parents face in navigating the world of youth sports, and the impact this has on kids. Here are some key takeaways and highlights from this episode: Support without pressure: Asia highlighted the importance of guiding and supporting kids in their sports endeavors without pressuring them. Encouraging open communication and understanding their in ..read more

In today's episode, we will be discussing a topic that many athletes, especially those at a high level, can relate to - burnout. Burnout is something that can affect us not only in our sports but in our lives in general. It's important to learn how to learn how to navigate burnout, and that's exactly what we'll be exploring in this episode. Whether you've experienced burnout before, you're currently going through it, or you just want to arm yourself against it, this episode is for you. We'll explore the signs of burnout, the importance of listening to what your body needs, steps to navigate it ..read more

On today’s episode I sit down with Erica Suter to talk about her brand new book “Female Athlete High Performance” (available for purchase Nov 24th, 2023). In this episode we discuss Why Erica decided to write a 2nd book Powerful lessons that girl athletes will take from reading the book The biggest myths around high performance and how the book cuts through the nonsense The importance of partaking in training that is age appropriate The journey and goal of high performance Book will be available for purchase on Amazon starting on Friday, November 24th ..read more

In today’s episode I talk about the power of gratitude, and how you can practice more gratitude to improve your confidence, performance, and overall happiness in life. The perspective shift that I share in the episode has drastically changed how I go throughout my life, and I know that if you listen and apply it to your own life, it will for you too. Resources: ? Read my book “She the Confident” https://www.amazon.com//dp/1676894888 Website: https://www.alphagirlconfidence.com ..read more