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Explore the profound impact of habits on performance optimization. Discover how your brain, a habit-forming machine, automates repetitive tasks to save energy. Learn the significance of small, consistent actions over time and the importance of deliberate practice. Understand how good and bad habits interact, and why cultivating a mindset of excellence in everything you do is crucial. Learn practical steps to identify key habits, maintain consistency, eliminate detrimental habits, and embrace deliberate practice for achieving optimal performance.  ..read more

Mental barriers can hold us back, including limiting beliefs, imposter syndrome, and thinking traps. Learn how to identify and challenge these obstacles through self-awareness and intentional practice. Discover strategies to develop a growth mindset, set realistic goals, and visualize success through actionable steps to transform negative thoughts into positive affirmations, embrace challenges, and celebrate small victories. ________________________________________________   #mentalcoachneil #GetAMPT #ArizonaMPT #Podcast #mentalperformance #sportpsychology #EmotionalRegulation #PeakPerfor ..read more

Performance anxiety is not your enemy. Explore performance anxiety and how to turn it into a powerful tool for optimal performance. Learn to recognize and manage anxiety with six practical steps. Discover how an elite mindset can transform anxiety into energy to enhances your performance in any high-pressure situation. ________________________________________________   #mentalcoachneil #GetAMPT #ArizonaMPT #Podcast #mentalperformance #sportpsychology #EmotionalRegulation #PeakPerformance #performancepsychology #mentalskills #performancecoach #mentaltraining #coaching #mindset #motivation ..read more

Being fully present and increasing self-awareness are crucial for improving self-regulation. Mindfulness enhances your athletic and business performance as well as your personal relationships. Discover the importance of mental rest for true recovery and optimal performance. Explore practical mindfulness techniques to incorporate into your daily routine and unlock a powerful state of mind. Be where your feet are and elevate your life today! ________________________________________________ #mentalcoachneil #GetAMPT #ArizonaMPT #Podcast #mentalperformance #sportpsychology #EmotionalRegulation #Pe ..read more

Unlock peak performance with Scott Sassaman on AMPT Mental Performance Podcast 045. Explore the vital mental side of physical recovery with physical therapist Scott Sassaman. Learn how emotions trigger physical responses and why managing expectations is key. Discover the power of the mind-body connection, focusing on wins, and avoiding shortcuts. Gain insights on compartmentalization and the importance of discipline as a decision. Scott emphasizes trusting the process and not adding emotional stressors to physical challenges. Elevate your performance with attitude adjustments and embrace empat ..read more

When discussing high-performers, we often overlook upcoming talent. Today we are highlighting next generation talent with John Clayton, current sport psychology student.   #MentalPerformance #EmotionalRegulation #PeakPerformance #performancepsychology #mentalskills #performancecoach #mentaltraining #coaching #mindset #motivation #mentalcoach #sport #mentalcoaching #coach #mental #meditation #mentaltoughness #sportpsychology #mentalstrength #mindfulness #athlete #lifestyle #sports #MentalFitness ..read more

When life gives you the yips, Adam Law has the playbook to turn it around. Listen in to Adam Law, mental skills coach for Brigham Young University baseball and former LA Dodgers coach, as he uncovers strategies to regain control under stress, handle performance anxiety, and foster a trusting mindset. From implicit/explicit skill acquisition to mindfulness techniques, Law delves into the mental game of baseball. Learn pregame routines, habits of excellence, and the importance of self-awareness. Discover the keys to peak performance in this insightful episode. #Yips #MentalPerformance #BaseballM ..read more

In a fast-paced world, it's easy to forget the most critical person you interact with - yourself. Explore the power of self-talk and how it shapes your perception, emotions, and actions. Unhealthy self-talk can lead to self-doubt and anxiety, while healthy self-talk empowers confidence and resilience.   Discover effective strategies to transform your internal dialogue:   Awareness and Acknowledgment: Recognize and regulate your thoughts. Challenge Your Thoughts: Replace negativity with balanced perspectives. Practice Self-Compassion: Be kind to yourself in times of adversity. Use Aff ..read more

Unleash the power of mental fitness with Brian Bishop, a 12.5-year Army veteran and expert in optimal performance. As a Military Police Corps commander, he implemented mental resiliency and suicide prevention techniques, optimizing performance in high-stress environments. Brian, a West Point graduate with an M.A. in Sport Psychology, now applies his experience to support first responders. Discover his approach to mental readiness and stress resiliency, emphasizing the vital role of recovery in peak performance. We discuss rumination, mental imagery, and effective recovery strategies. Elevate y ..read more