Compete Like a Champion
215 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratingsThe best athletes are always looking to gain an edge on the competition. In Compete Like a Champion, Dr. Larry Lauer and Coach Johnny Parkes from USTA Player Development will explore all aspects of high performance tennis and what it takes to become a successful athlete. Our hosts will provide useful tips for tennis players, coaches, and parents.
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Mamba Mentality and the Legacy of Kobe Bryant with Leah Friedman
February 24, 2020 11:00 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBNine people died in the tragic helicopter crash which included NBA legend Kobe Bryant. Our team wanted to take time to celebrate and remember Kobe Bryant including his legacy as a basketball great, but also Kobe the person, the father, and the role model for so many. Leah Friedman, National Manager at the USTA, joined us to talk about her experience with Kobe on the tennis court and how Kobe not only impacted her but his love of tennis and for inspiring children to chase their dreams. JP, Le...
The Journey to High Performance Wheelchair Tennis with Jason Harnett
February 17, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBIn this episode the guys are joined by Jason Harnett, National Manager and Head Coach of Team USA Wheelchair. They go into depth about Jason's journey into coaching wheelchair tennis and the mission of the department. Through a discussion of his journey we learn about how he became not only comfortable, but highly competent in coaching athletes in a chair. We also get into what challenges exist, how he personally has overcome them, and the genuine appreciation he has for the resilience and t...
Chief Resiliency
February 10, 2020 13:38 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBThe Kansas City Chiefs won Super Bowl LIV in comeback fashion just as they did all three playoff games. How were they able to bounce back from these double-digit deficits? What makes KC so resilient? Dr. L and Coach Johnny discuss the leadership of Andy Reid, the brilliance of Patrick Mahomes, and what it takes to keep bouncing back.They also explore how team sport differs from individual sport (aka tennis of course) and what individual sport athletes can draw from the Chiefs' victory. Epi...
Investing in Yourself as a Tennis Coach with Coach Harry Jadun and Jessica Battaglia
February 03, 2020 15:19 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBWhat can coaches do to develop themselves, especially young coaches? Coach Jadun of Michigan State University Men's Tennis talks about his experience in the USTA Player Development Coaching Fellowship. In addition, Jessica Battaglia, Senior Manager, PD Events and Programming at the USTA, joins us to talk about the fellowship program. The concept of the mentor-mentee relationship is discussed as a main vehicle for coach development. The topics of discussion include what to look for in a mento...
Developing Toughness to Gain a Tactical Advantage in Tennis
January 28, 2020 15:20 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MBDr. L and Coach Johnny discuss in depth, examples of how others have not only gotten through, but have thrived because of adversity in their lives. Former Navy Seal and motivational speaker and author David Goggins is discussed as someone who thrives on challenges. The team gives practical strategies and a philosophy for how to create toughness in your own life. Episode Transcript: https://go.aws/2SzYgyW Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram:...
Using Tennis to Go From Struggle to Inspiration with Sam Jalloh
January 20, 2020 16:40 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MBSam Jalloh, professional tennis coach, former pro player, and Sierra Leone Civil War Survivor, talks about his challenging upbringing and how it shaped him as a human being, tennis player and mental coach. It is an inspiring story of struggle and adversity leading to a wonderful life of leading through serving. Sam describes how he didn't allow his early years to break him and instead drove him to make the national tennis team and provide for his family. Sam shares his beliefs on how to reac...
Early Specialization in Youth Sports with Dr. Neeru Jayanthi
January 13, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 55.4 MBDr. L and Coach Johnny are joined by Dr. Jayanthi to discuss the hot topic of sport specialization and what the latest research is asserting about youth involvement in sport. Dr. Jayanthi is considered one of the country’s leading experts on youth sports health, injuries, and sports training patterns, as well as an international leader in tennis medicine. He provides details on the findings of his research and offers solutions to the challenges around early specialization and year-round trai...
Developing Emotional Strength
December 30, 2019 11:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBToo often emotion is seen as weak, making someone vulnerable, or just plain bad. In this episode the team talks about the reality of where emotions come from and their function. The concept of emotional strength (or toughness) is detailed with examples and practical suggestions are discussed for the recreational player to the touring player looking to take advantage of their emotions and not let their emotions control them. A must listen for any player that struggles with managing emotions a...
Developing Emotional Strength in Tennis
December 30, 2019 11:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBToo often emotion is seen as weakness, making someone vulnerable, or just plain bad. In this episode the team talks about the reality of where emotions come from and their function. The concept of emotional strength (or toughness) is detailed with examples and practical suggestions are discussed for the recreational tennis player to the touring tennis player looking to take advantage of their emotions and not let their emotions control them. A must listen for any player that struggles with m...
Old School Coaching
December 23, 2019 11:00 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBDr. L and Coach Johnny talk about the misconceptions of the idea of "old school coaching" in the wake of NHL coaches being fired for misconduct. This episode will draw you into teaching best practices and those practices that coaches still do that are not effective, specifically in tennis. The philosophy of player or athlete-centered coaching vs. coach-centered coaching is debated with real world solutions for how to coach players that is individualized to their needs. Episode Transcript: ...
Developing Your High Performance Tennis Program Culture with Coach Dave Licker
December 16, 2019 11:00 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MBCoach Dave Licker of the Lakes Tennis Academy joins Dr. L and Coach Johnny to discuss his high performance junior program. The discussion ranges from the culture needed to develop young tennis players into players that can play Division 1 and professional tennis to ways to coach young players. The connection between junior development and elite collegiate and professional tennis becomes clear as the discussion continues. Recommendations are made for junior coaches in creating their high perf...
Developing your high performance program culture with Coach Dave Licker
December 16, 2019 11:00 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MBCoach Dave Licker of the Lakes Tennis Academy joins Dr. L and Coach Johnny to discuss his high performance junior program. The discussion ranges from the culture needed to develop young players into players that can play Division 1 and professional tennis to ways to coach young players. The connection between junior development and elite collegiate and professional tennis becomes clear as the discussion continues. Recommendations are made for junior coaches in creating their high performance...
Respect All, Fear None
December 09, 2019 11:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBRespect is an often talked about quality that tennis coaches look for in players. In this episode we explore how respect must be defined and also how youth and adolescent tennis players may have barriers to exhibiting respect. In addition, Dr. L and Coach Johnny talk about how exhibiting respect is not only demonstrating character but enhances performance. Episode Transcript: https://go.aws/2QS1n5o Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Inst...
Striving for Excellence in a Healthy Manner with Pro Tennis Player Irina Falconi
December 02, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBIrina Falconi, WTA Tour Player and co-host of the Tennis Channel Podcast joins us to discuss her journey from juniors to college to pro, and how her perspective on tennis has evolved over the years. Irina discusses the importance of taking time to recover as well as enjoying the "grind". She makes significant recommendations for parents, players, and coaches on how tennis players can strive for excellence and be happy and healthy Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2NlmriP Twitter: Dr. ...
Striving for Excellence in a Healthy Manner with WTA Player Irina Falconi
December 02, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBIrina Falconi, WTA Tour Player and co-host of the Tennis Channel Podcast joins us to discuss her journey from juniors to college to pro, and how her perspective on tennis has evolved over the years. Irina discusses the importance of taking time to recover as well as enjoying the "grind". She makes significant recommendations for parents, players, and coaches on how players can strive for excellence and be happy and healthy Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2NlmriP Twitter: Dr. Larry L...
Producing Tennis Playing Athletes with Vern Gambetta
November 25, 2019 11:00 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBIn this episode we have master Athletic Development Coach, Vern Gambetta on the Podcast. Coach Gambetta has 50 years experience spanning across all levels from developing athletes to training professional athletes in sports such as Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Tennis (and more). Coach Gambetta runs the GAIN Network and talks about his role and how he Coaches the Coaches to be better. We talk about how to make athletes better in the training environment as well as his insig...
Using Analytics and Video to Enhance Tennis Performance with David Ramos
November 18, 2019 11:00 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MBThe team welcomes David Ramos, Performance Analytics Manager at USTA Player Development, to the podcast. The guys talk about the benefits of using data to inform tennis coaches and players, as well as best practices on how to use the information. They also talk about some of the important statistics coaches should be looking at at all levels, and how to communicate the information with players. The future of analytics in tennis is discussed and it's impact on how it can build a player's conf...
Using Analytics and Video to Enhance Performance with David Ramos
November 18, 2019 11:00 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MBThe team welcomes David Ramos, Performance Analytics Manager at USTA Player Development, to the podcast. The guys talk about the benefits of using data to inform coaches and players, as well as best practices on how to use the information. They also talk about some of the important statistics coaches should be looking at at all levels, and how to communicate the information with players. The future of analytics is discussed and it's impact on how it can build a player's confidence. Episode...
The Pursuit of Happiness: Work-Life Balance in a High Performance Tennis World
November 11, 2019 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBIt has been suggested that mental health issues might be greater in performance staff than in the athletes. In a high performance world the consequences of your decisions are highly scrutinized. In many sports, job stability is not high. The podcast team challenges the notion of work-life balance in high performance sport settings. In fact, many high achievers are not balanced. The pursuit of balance is most likely unrealistic and may have detrimental effects on the well-being of performers....
The Pursuit of Happiness: Work-Life Balance in a High Performance World
November 11, 2019 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBIt has been suggested that mental health issues might be greater in performance staff than in the athletes. In a high performance world the consequences of your decisions are highly scrutinized. In many sports, job stability is not high. The podcast team challenges the notion of work-life balance in high performance sport settings. In fact, many high achievers are not balanced. The pursuit of balance is most likely unrealistic and may have detrimental effects on the well-being of performers....
Does Perfect Exist in Tennis?
November 04, 2019 11:00 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBCan there be perfection in tennis? The word perfect often comes up in the language of coaching. Perfect practice leads to greater performance and other such myths exist in the world of sport. Is the pursuit of perfection actually slowing down development of players and adversely affecting their belief and focus? Perfectionism in tennis is common and often discussed. In this episode the guys dig deep into the concept of perfect and how tennis is a messy, imperfect world. Ways to help perfect...
Does Perfect Exist?
November 04, 2019 11:00 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBCan there be perfection in tennis? The word perfect often comes up in the language of coaching. Perfect practice leads to greater performance and other such myths exist in the world of sport. Is the pursuit of perfection actually slowing down development of players and adversely affecting their belief and focus? Perfectionism in tennis is common and often discussed. In this episode the guys dig deep into the concept of perfect and how tennis is a messy, imperfect world. Ways to help perfect...
Cheating in Tennis and How to Deal with It
October 28, 2019 10:00 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBDr. L and Coach Johnny tackle the much discussed, misunderstood phenomenon of cheating in junior tennis. Is cheating rampant and if so, why? What should players do about it? Some of the ways tennis players attempt to deal with cheating are discussed, as well as how it might all be in your head anyway. Conventional ideas such as cheating a cheater back are refuted and a new way of looking at and dealing with perceived cheating is examined. This is a must listen as the team delivers a highly e...
Cheating and How to Deal with It
October 28, 2019 10:00 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBDr. L and Coach Johnny tackle the much discussed, misunderstood phenomenon of cheating in junior tennis. Is cheating rampant and if so, why? What should players do about it? Some of the ways players attempt to deal with cheating are discussed, as well as how it might all be in your head anyway. Conventional ideas such as cheating a cheater back are refuted and a new way of looking at and dealing with perceived cheating is examined. This is a must listen as the team delivers a highly effectiv...
The Journey to Professional Tennis with Mackie McDonald
October 21, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBATP Player Mackie McDonald joins the podcast to discuss his journey from junior tennis to the professional ranks. He talks about how he started in tennis and some of the big moments along the way including his epic match vs. Dimitrov at the Aussie Open and his memorable 4th round run at Wimbledon. Mackie ends the podcast providing recommendations to young players striving to be a great tennis player, and to coaches on how to support their players. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2pHU4SE...
Can Personal Growth Get Ugly?
October 14, 2019 10:00 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBPersonal growth is always framed as a positive pursuit and one that we should all be engaging in. But is there a dark side to striving for personal growth? What mindsets lend themselves to achieving growth? What inaccurate perceptions do many athletes, coaches, and parents have about growth that have negative effects on motivation and learning? You will want to listen as we discuss ideas about personal growth in tennis that you don't hear very often. Marta Brzosko Article Episode Transc...
Using Music to Prepare for Matches
October 07, 2019 10:00 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBHow can you use music to prepare for your matches? When should you listen to it? What kind of music should you listen to? Believe it or not, there is some science behind why athletes choose the music they listen to before competition. Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny break down how to use music to enhance your performance, and the pitfalls of using music ineffectively to prepare for matches. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2Vv0P6j Instagram: @TeamUSATennis Coach Johnny Parkes: @johnny_...
Using Music to Prepare for Tennis Matches
October 07, 2019 10:00 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBHow can you use music to prepare for your tennis matches? When should you listen to it? What kind of music should you listen to? Believe it or not, there is some science behind why athletes choose the music they listen to before competition. Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny break down how to use music to enhance your performance, and the pitfalls of using music ineffectively to prepare for matches. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2Vv0P6j Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Park...
Player Lessons from the 2019 US Open
September 24, 2019 13:43 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MBCoach Mark Lerman joins the podcast to discuss observations from the 2019 US Open. From how tennis players prepare to how they compete in crunch time, examples are given on how to manage distractions, handle adversity and perform under pressure. A must listen for players who are interested in developing their mental game. Rafa Video Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/338S0Se To learn more: playerdevelopment.usta.com Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnny...
Performing Like You Practice
September 16, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBTo close the gap between matches and practices, coaches must rely on specific principles in the practice environment. In this episode Dr. L and Coach Johnny discuss how great coaches John Wooden and Jose Higueras set the practice environment including setting expectations, creating accountability, and keeping it simple.. To learn more, visit playerdevelopment.usta.com Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2sGyoYW Instagram: @TeamUSATennis Coach Johnny Parkes: @johnny_parkes
Determination Under Adversity
September 09, 2019 10:00 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this episode the guys review their observations from the USTA National Junior Clay Court Championships. They talk about what they saw from players and parents and how things are trending in a good direction. They discuss ideas for how tennis players, parents, and coaches can navigate junior national tournaments. To learn more, visit: playerdevelopment.usta.com Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2oM1l3W Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagr...
Coaching Those Who Coach
September 04, 2019 20:45 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBDr. Kristen Dieffenbach, President of the USCCE and professor at West Virginia University, drops by the podcast to discuss the status of coaching in the US. The episode details the importance of the coach developer and what the role entails, specifically in the tennis environment. The role of coaching in tennis, the continued need for coaches to develop their craft, and what parents should expect in a coach is also discussed. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/35I5x4Q Learn mo...
LIVE at the US Open 2019
August 29, 2019 15:14 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBDr. Larry and Coach Johnny observe the 2019 US Open and discuss factors that are determining the outcome of matches. The guys talk strategies on how to manage the stress and chaos of a Grand Slam in the Big Apple. Find out more at: playerdevelopment.usta.com Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/30Ro9MI Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @teamusatennis Coach Parkes - @johnny_parkes Coach Johnny Parkes: @johnny_parkes
Recovering from Injury with Ed Ryan
August 19, 2019 10:34 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBEd Ryan, Director of Medical Services at USTA Player Development, joins the podcast to talk about his role at the National Campus and how the athletic medicine team works to support the players. The episode tackles what players go through psychologically after an injury and/or surgery and what goes into a successful return to play. The importance of communication through the return to play process is highlighted as well as an optimal mentality about training and how a player can stay motivat...
Creating Accountability and Ownership Among Tennis Players with Coach Mat Cloer
August 14, 2019 12:13 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBCollegiate National Coach Mat Cloer joins Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on the podcast to discuss how to create accountability with your players. Coach Mat and the hosts comment on how to build ownership in the player, the common challenges you experience, and they provide recommendations for creating accountability with the current generation of tennis players. Find out more at www.playerdevelopment.usta.com Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2DECF0X Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLa...
Creating Accountability and Ownership with Coach Mat Cloer
August 14, 2019 12:13 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBCollegiate National Coach Mat Cloer joins Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on the podcast to discuss how as a coach to create accountability with your players. Coach Mat and the hosts comment on how to build ownership in the player, the common challenges you experience, and they provide recommendations for creating accountability with the current generation of players. Find out more at www.playerdevelopment.usta.com Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2DECF0X Instagram: @TeamUSATennis Co...
Competing in Summer Conditions
August 06, 2019 19:55 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBWe love summer and all of the great junior and professional tennis tournaments that are going on, and it is very hot and humid. So much so that the on-court conditions are a challenge for players of all ages and skill levels and are affecting the results of the matches. The team dives into how a player can beat the heat and perform well in extremely hot, humid conditions. The guys review recommendations for how to prepare for the conditions and how to psychologically thrive in extreme enviro...
Bouncing Back from Mistakes - Resilience
July 30, 2019 12:29 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MBMistakes are inherent to sport. This episode delves into how athletes have bounced back from big mistakes that have altered the course of games or even a season. Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny focus in on how to use mistakes and failure to inspire the process of improvement, including specific ways to talk about the event. Ideas are also discussed for how coaches can respond to mistakes and help the athlete process and be resilient. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/33LZZot Twitter: Dr. L...
Generation Z with Dr. Paul Lubbers
July 22, 2019 10:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBDr. Paul Lubbers joins the team again to discuss the current generation of tennis players, their characteristics, and how best to coach Generation Z. They break down some of the assumptions made about Gen Z and how coaches must adapt to this generation in creative ways to get the most out of them. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2KQivFd Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @teamusatennis Coach Parkes - @johnny_parkes
The Essence of Coaching with Dr. Paul Lubbers
July 15, 2019 13:21 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBDr. Paul Lubbers joins Coach Johnny and Dr. Larry to discuss what is truly at the essence of coaching; how coaches make the decisions they make to help someone move from where they are to where they want to go. They dive into the concept generalist versus specialist and how coaches must consider the whole player to get the most out of him or her. Paul details how great coaches learn and prepare, and how that knowledge is integrated into a team approach to performance. Episode Transcript: h...
Building Strength from Stress
July 08, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBStress leads to growth; Coach Johnny and Dr. Larry talk about the stress that occurs in everyday life and how we can rise above it as a tennis player. They share personal stories of overcoming adversity and how it prepared them for their current missions. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/34Ny1tt Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @teamusatennis Coach Parkes - @johnny_parkes
Communicating with Precision with Stephen Huss
July 01, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBDr. Larry and Coach Johnny have an enlightening discussion with National Coach and Grand Slam doubles champion, Stephen Huss about the intricacies of communicating with professional tennis players. Coach Huss provides some communication strategies that all tennis coaches will want to know. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2VtJVVB Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @teamusatennis Coach Parkes - @johnny_parkes
Lessons in Leadership with Kathy Rinaldi
June 24, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBThe Head of Women’s Tennis at USTA Player Development and Fed Cup Captain, Kathy Rinaldi delves into her leadership philosophy and style. She discusses what drives her to dedicate her life to working with American tennis players and how to get the most out of this generation of young athletes. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2LZ4Mgz Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @teamusatennis Coach Parkes - @johnny_parkes
Working Together to Raise the Bar with Kent Kinnear
June 17, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBThe Head of Men’s Tennis at USTA Player Development, Kent Kinnear outlines his leadership style and philosophy in the increasingly competitive, international game of tennis. He also discusses how to communicate with coaches and players, and set them up for success. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/321ulmw Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @teamusatennis Coach Parkes - @johnny_parkes
Youth Athletic Development with Craig Acker
June 10, 2019 10:00 - 37 minutes - 52 MBUSTA Strength Coach, Craig Acker drops by to talk with Coach Johnny and Dr. Larry about developing the athleticism of young tennis players. They explore how strength coaches account for differences in growth and maturation, as well as practical ways to work on the ABCs of athletic development. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2IAYVvH Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @teamusatennis Coach Parkes - @johnny_parkes
Embracing Fears
June 03, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBOur fears often drive us to less than optimal behaviors and performances. In this episode Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny talk about the fears that keep tennis players up at night, how to embrace them, and how to perform well despite being afraid. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/36MIzJU Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @teamusatennis Coach Parkes - @johnny_parkes
In Search of Greatness
May 27, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBCoach Johnny and Dr. Larry review the documentary In Search of Greatness that interviewed Pele, Wayne Gretzky, and Jerry Rice about how they became great at their respective sports. The team connects the themes that came from these great athletes’ journeys to what American tennis players, coaches and parents must do to strive for greatness.
In Search of Greatness
May 27, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBCoach Johnny and Dr. Larry review the documentary In Search of Greatness that interviewed Pele, Wayne Gretzky, and Jerry Rice about how they became great at their respective sports. The team connects the themes that came from these great athletes’ journeys to what American tennis players, coaches and parents must do to strive for greatness. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2PU9IWc Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @t...
Barriers and Solutions to Performance Psychology with Dr. Bob Neff and Mark Lerman
May 06, 2019 10:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBUSTA Player Development’s Mental Performance Team gets together to discuss the psychology of performance and some of the latest theories and techniques. Many practical ideas are provided on how to train for peak performances in tennis including the most effective methods of breathing, mindfulness and visualization. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/2VrdRC0 Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: Team USA Tennis - @teamusatennis Coach Parke...
Self Control is a Myth
April 29, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBLarry and Coach Johnny review the article The Myth of Self Control written by Brian Resnick in 2016. They entertain the idea that maybe we don’t have as much control as we like to think in our lives, and how much will power do we really have to make the changes that we want. Specific recommendations are made as to how to change behavior that may surprise listeners. Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/33iwnPS Twitter: Dr. Larry Lauer - @LarryLauer Coach Parkes - @johnnyparkes1 Instagr...