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Ready Set Mindful: A Mental Health & Mindfulness Podcast for Athletes

122 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago -

Kerri Bicskei is a former Division 1 and professional volleyball player turned licensed therapist who works with athletes. Ready Set Mindful is a weekly conversation in the form of solo episodes, guided meditations and conversations with some of the leading experts, coaches and athletes within the realm of health + wellness. Kerri sits down with wellness professionals and elite athletes and explores topics of mental health, fitness, nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, self-development and hacks to optimize performance. You'll hear authentic conversations in each episode as Kerri explores each guests unique wellness journey, as well as tips and hacks for overall performance optimization. Sit back and relax, drive or walk as you listen and make sure to share and subscribe if you like what you hear!

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Episodes

094 How to Handle Athlete Burnout! 🔥

December 01, 2023 19:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

For athletes and high performing people, burnout can be your worst nightmare. We never want to get to the point where we are struggling so much that we have to take our foot off the gas entirely.  BUT it happens all the time! If you have ever struggled with burnout (and never want to get to that point again) then this episode is for you. In this episode: What burnout actually is My personal (and recent) experience with burnout How burnout shows up for athletes and high performers Signs ...

093 #1 Tip to Help Your Athlete Handle a Tough Coach!

November 08, 2023 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

Ever wondered how to deal with tough coaches when it comes to your young athlete? Today, we’re diving into this very common topic, offering you a roadmap to support your child effectively. Now, here’s what we’ll explore: ✅Tip 1: Shift Your Mindset. Discover how changing your perspective can turn a challenging coaching situation into a growth opportunity for your athlete. ✅Tip 2: Avoid Badmouthing the Coach. Learn why it’s crucial not to criticize the coach within earshot of your athlete. ...

093 The BEST Tip to Help Your Athlete Handle a Tough Coach!

November 08, 2023 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

Having tough coaches is a right of passage for so many athletes! I've definitely had my share of tough coaches! This is a topic that is bound to come up in your athletes sports journey. Parents and athletes I work with struggle with how to navigate when they have a coach that is challenging! This episode is all about offering you a framework to support your athlete so they can be the best athlete possible-even if they have. a tough coach! I’ll explore  how reframing your perspective can f...

092 Guided Visualization for Athletes: Release Negativity

October 25, 2023 14:00 - 8 minutes - 6.03 MB

If you are an athlete, or have an athlete, who struggles with having a negative mindset, you're going to want to tune in for this short guided visualization to release negativity and channel inner confidence!  Settle in for this guided visualization to let go of any negative emotions you have about your performance, making mistakes or anything in between. This visualization will help you connect to the confident athlete that you know is inside of you. Wherever you are in your athletic jour...

091 Guided Meditation for Athletes in Transition

October 11, 2023 14:00 - 11 minutes - 7.95 MB

If you are an athlete who is going through a transition right now (injury, change of coaches, team, or transitioning away from your sport), this episode is FOR YOU! Transitions are SO HARD for athletes and can leave you feeling anxious, uncertain and fearful about what your future holds. As an athlete, so much of your identity is wrapped up in your sport, and when a transition happens it can leave your confidence feeling shaken.  Settle in for this guided meditation to ease your anxiety a...

090 3 Signs Your Athlete is READY for Mental Training 🧠

October 04, 2023 19:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Are you a Sports mom or Dad who has ever wondered if your young athlete is ready for mental training? Here’s what I'll cover in this episode:  3 Signs Your Athlete Is Ready for Mental Training Understanding the peak age window (10-18 years old).          ✅Recognizing the common challenges young athletes face          ✅The significance of setting sports-related goals          ✅How to Approach Mental Training with Your Athletes          ✅Connect it to HER larger goals          ✅Show exampl...

3 Signs Your Athlete is READY for Mental Training 🧠

October 04, 2023 19:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Are you a Sports mom or Dad who has ever wondered if your young athlete is ready for mental training? Here’s what I'll cover in this episode:  3 Signs Your Athlete Is Ready for Mental Training Understanding the peak age window (10-18 years old).          ✅Recognizing the common challenges young athletes face          ✅The significance of setting sports-related goals          ✅How to Approach Mental Training with Your Athletes          ✅Connect it to HER larger goals          ✅Show exampl...

089 Why The Calm & Confident Athlete Course WORKS and is the Best Course for Athletes & Sports Moms

September 20, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

As sports moms (and sports Dads) we can't change the game, BUT we can teach our athletes how to perform better on and off the court or field using mental training! In this episode, I break down The Calm & Confident Athlete Course, the only mental training course for female athletes and their Sports Moms! If you're struggling to support your daughter as she navigates the world of competitive sports, then do not miss this episode! Tune in as I share how The Calm & Confident Athlete Course s...

088 MEDITATION FOR ATHLETES WITH ANXIETY 🤯

September 13, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.57 MB

Are you an athlete who struggles with anxiety on and off the court? If you have a hard time letting nerves get the best of you, and are afraid to make mistakes, and fear letting people down, I hear you.  Anxiety can be SO hard for athletes who just want to perform their best.  This is exactly why I created this 5 minute guided meditation for athletes!  So find a quiet spot, set a timer for 5 minutes and settle in! This episode will leave you feeling a little more calm and capable than when...

087 How Parents Can Help Athletes Overcome Mental Blocks

September 06, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Are mental blocks holding your athlete back? Join me in this episode as we dive into the topic of mental blocks in athletes and explore actionable strategies that you can implement to help your athlete in overcoming these challenges.  In this episode:  What Are Mental Blocks? How do Mental Blocks Happen?  Identifying Mental Blocks (And What to Do to Help Your Athlete Overcome Them) What Works and What Doesn’t Work What are the underlying causes of mental blocks? Get ready to empower y...

086 How to Optimize Fertility: Dr. Kiltz of CNY Fertility on Inflammation, IVF & Why Plant Based Diets are Killing Us

August 30, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB

This was one of my favorite podcast episodes I've recorded. I had the honor of interviewing Dr. Robert Kiltz, founder of CNY Fertility to discuss all things fertility. Join me for this solo episode where we discuss: Dr. Kiltz's fertility best tips for boosting fertility  Why a Plant Based is hurting fertility and overall health Benefits of Carnivore Diet for fertility & longevity benefits Dr. Kiltz's daily mindfulness practices  Why infertility rates are soaring and what we can do about...

085 Tips for Parents & Athletes to CRUSH tryouts and Pre Season!

August 23, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

Is your athlete gearing up for tryouts? Or maybe you are an athlete who is already in pre-season and wants to focus on getting or keeping your starting spot. Discover valuable tips to boost your chances of success before, during, and after tryouts!  Join me for this solo episode where I cover: Before Tryouts: Mental Preparation and Familiarization During Tryouts: Focus on Strengths and Take Calculated Risks After Tryouts: Reflect and Navigate Disappointment How Parents Can Support Their...

085 The Best Tips for Parents & Athletes to CRUSH tryouts and Pre Season!

August 23, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

Is your athlete getting ready for tryouts? Or maybe you are an athlete who is already in pre-season and wants to focus on getting or keeping your starting spot. This episode will provide you valuable tips to boost your chances of a successful tryout, and season!😉 Join me for this solo episode where I cover: Before Tryouts: Mental Prep and pregame routine  How to thrive during Tryouts Best practices for assessing your performance after tryouts  How Parents Can Support Athletes throughout...

084 UltraMarathon Training Tips from Backyard Ultra World Record Holder Phil Gore

August 16, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MB

If you are a runner, or have been curious about what mental and physical training looks like for Ultramarathon runners, then you don't want to miss this episode! This episode is full of Ultramarathoner Phil Gore's race training tips that will help you with your mental training and hopefully inspire you to take that jump into training for an ultramarathon in the future! In this episode: ✅Phil's journey into the world of Ultramarathons and Backyard Ultras ✅Mental barriers that elite distanc...

083 Meditation for Perfectionism

August 09, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MB

Attention all overachievers!! 🙌🏼 If you struggle with perfectionism and feeling like you have to keep ALL THE THINGS together all the time, then this episode is for you. Settle in and enjoy! We have a BRAND NEW FREE RESOURCE FOR YOU!! 🎉 FROM WORRIER TO WARRIOR: The Athletes Checklist to STOP OVERTHINKING ➡ https://www.readysetmindful.com/⬅ Train Hard, Be Well & Stay Mindful 🌿 Kerri, Athlete+Therapist+Mindset Coach If you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful podcast make sure to ✔️SUBSCRI...

082 How to Train for Your First Marathon + How to Manage Your Anxiety as an Athlete w/ 13x Boston Qualifier Elizabeth Clor

August 02, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

If you are a runner, you don't want to miss this episode! This episode is full of race training tips that will help you with your training and hopefully inspire you to take that jump into training for a marathon in the future! In this episode: ✅Elizabeth's journey from not being able to run 2 miles to qualifying fro Boston 13x ✅Mental barriers that runners face ✅Elizabeth's training plan and tips ✅Actionable tips to help ease your anxious runner brain ✅ What to do when you feel like you w...

081 5 WAYS FOR ATHLETES TO STOP OVERTHINKING 🤯

July 26, 2023 12:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MB

Athletes: Have you ever struggled with overthinking about ALL THE THINGS? Mistakes you made, bad performances, disappointing your coach/teammate/parent, responses that you had that you wish you could take back...?! This episode is ALL about OVERTHINKING. In this episode: What overthinking actually IS Triggers for Overthinking Resources for athletes who overthink Actionable tips to help ease your anxious brain We have a BRAND NEW FREE RESOURCE FOR YOU!! 🎉 FROM WORRIER TO WARRIOR: The At...

080 Taking Back Control and Going Alcohol Free w/ AVP Beach Volleyball Player Christian Honer

July 19, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MB

If you've ever been curious about what being an alcohol free athlete looks like then you're going to be interested in this episode.  Christian Honer is a Christian is a professional beach volleyball player, certified hypnotherapist, mental performance coach, certified recovery coach, a sales and marketing growth specialist and an amazing human committed to personal growth. In this episode Christian and I discuss: His journey into beach volleyball and living an alcohol free lifestyle His ...

079 Try This Breathing Technique That Helps Athletes Manage Anxiety w/ Therapist & Athlete Kerri Bicskei

July 12, 2023 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

Are you an athlete or high performing person who has been slowed down by your anxiety? Anxiety can be crippling, frustrating and leave you feeling powerless. This solo episode is all about how breathwork can help you take back your performance and mental health by using a few easy (free) to use tools.  In this episode: Humming Breath technique fro athletes Box Breathing technique for athletes My own personal struggle with anxiety When and how often to use these anxiety reducing techniqu...

078 Triathlon Mistakes to Avoid with athlete & therapist Kerri Bicskei feat. Pro Triathlete Carolyn Carter

July 05, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

If you're a triathlete then this episode is for you!  In this episode  Finding the joy in the sport How to get yourself out of a bad race funk Race fueling mistakes and lessons learned The importance of sleep and routine for race mental performance DON'T FORGET... You can also watch this episode on YOUTUBE! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our youtube channel. We are still growing and would love for you to SUBSCRIBE 👍🏽 Be well & Stay Mindful 🌿 Kerri If you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindf...

077 Setting Boundaries is Not Hard If You Know This as an Athlete!

June 28, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

The Boundaries Episode! This week is all about mistakes that athletes and overachievers make with setting boundaries. Athletes and high performing people LOVE to be able to do it all. We tend to overcommit, have a hard time saying no and spread ourselves WAY too thin! Setting boundaries to protect ourselves tends to fall by the wayside. HOWEVER...what ends up being compromised is our mental health, energy and overall mental and physical performance. When we have shitty boundaries, we tend to...

077 5 Setting Boundaries is Not Hard If You Know This as an Athlete!

June 28, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

The Boundaries Episode! This week is all about mistakes that athletes and overachievers make with setting boundaries. Athletes and high performing people LOVE to be able to do it all. We tend to overcommit, have a hard time saying no and spread ourselves WAY too thin! Setting boundaries to protect ourselves tends to fall by the wayside. HOWEVER...what ends up being compromised is our mental health, energy and overall mental and physical performance. When we have shitty boundaries, we tend to...

076 Guided Meditation for BUSY ATHLETES 🤯

June 21, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.57 MB

Are you a busy athlete who juggles way too many things throughout your day? Athletes have full plates. I totally get it. From training, relationships, school/work and  family-there is so many things to keep track of! If you're feeling overwhelmed by all that you have to do in a day and need a 5 minute reset, this episode is for you! You can do anything for 5 minutes, so take a pause, slow your breath and I promise you won't regret it! READY SET MINDFUL NOW HAS A STORE 🎉 TAKE ME TO THE ST...

075 Coaches as Father Figures: How To Identify Great Coaches & Sports Mentors

June 14, 2023 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Fathers Day Episode! This weeks episode the tables are turned and Austin takes over the podcast and interviews me, so buckle up! We talk about my experience with my various coaches and mentors and how those relationships shaped my athletic career and impacted my personal development. In this episode Austin and I discuss: Red flags to look for in a coach or mentor How to tell if your relationship with your coach or mentor is healthy My journey with dysfunctional coaches vs healthy coaches...

074 How Plant Medicine, Reiki and Spiritual Growth Impact Mental Health 🌱

June 07, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MB

Buckle up for this episode as I sit down with my wonderful friend Stephanie Neville. Stephanie is a former professional volleyball player and current Reiki practitioner living in Montreal, Canada. She is an advocate for plant medicine, meditation and mindfulness to promote mental health and spiritual growth. In this episode Stephanie and I discuss: 🌱Her Ayahuasca journey in Peru 🌱Benefits of  Ayahuasca and Plant Medicine for spiritual growth 🌱Stephanie's transition from volleyball to Pharm...

074 ALTERNATIVE Medicine: What athletes need to know about PLANT medicine & REIKI

June 07, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MB

Buckle up for this episode as I sit down with my wonderful friend Stephanie Neville. Stephanie is a former professional volleyball player and current Reiki practitioner living in Montreal, Canada. She is an advocate for plant medicine, meditation and mindfulness to promote mental health and spiritual growth. In this episode Stephanie and I discuss: 🌱Her Ayahuasca journey in Peru 🌱Benefits of  Ayahuasca and Plant Medicine for spiritual growth 🌱Stephanie's transition from volleyball to Pharm...

073 5 Minute Guided Meditation for Gratitude 🙏🏼

May 31, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.25 MB

It's hard to be grateful sometimes. I get it. Especially when hard things come up in life and it's WAY easier to focus on the negative. If you are someone who wants to improve your gratitude practice but don't really know where to start..THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU! Settle in for 5 minutes of a short and sweet meditation to appreciate the small things to improve your mood, energy and overall vibe. 🙌🏼    AND in case you missed the announcement... The READY SET MINDFUL store is OFFICIALLY OPEN!!...

072 Mental Health in the Special Operations Community w/ Lt Col Rachel Lopez -Special Announcement at the end of the episode! 🎉

May 24, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MB

In honor of Memorial Day and being a military spouse, I thought it was important to have a real discussion around mental health and special operators. The special operations community is stacked with high performing men and women who are placed in extremely stressful environments and are expected to thrive under pressure. There is so much stigma around mental health in the military, especially within this high performing community. Settle in as I sit down with my friend Lt Col Rachel Lopez ...

072 Mindset training lessons from Special Ops Lt Col Rachel Lopez + Promo Code for our Merch

May 24, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MB

In honor of Memorial Day and being a military spouse, I thought it was important to have a real discussion around mental health and special operators. The special operations community is stacked with high performing men and women who are placed in extremely stressful environments and are expected to thrive under pressure. There is so much stigma around mental health in the military, especially within this high performing community. Settle in as I sit down with my friend Lt Col Rachel Lopez ...

5 Things I Learned From My First Half IRONMAN Race 🙌🏼

May 19, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

5 things I learned from my first 70.3 Half Ironman race! 1.)  Don't ride too close to people. 🚩 So many people crashed right in front of me and I barely dodged them. So I just wanted to be as far away from people and protect myself as much as possible. I tried to be super mindful and control as much as I could. I would pass people on my bike and then I'd get as far as I could to the right to create my own little bubble and create space.  2.) More electrolytes leading up to the race! 💦 I'...

071 5 Things I Learned From My First Half IRONMAN Race 🙌🏼

May 19, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

5 things I learned from my first 70.3 Half Ironman race! 1.)  Don't ride too close to people. 🚩 So many people crashed right in front of me and I barely dodged them. So I just wanted to be as far away from people and protect myself as much as possible. I tried to be super mindful and control as much as I could. I would pass people on my bike and then I'd get as far as I could to the right to create my own little bubble and create space.  2.) More electrolytes leading up to the race! 💦 I'...

070 5 Minute Guided Meditation for ATHLETE ANXIETY 🤯

May 17, 2023 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.18 MB

Are you an athlete who has ever experienced anxiety? There is so much pressure for athletes to perform and balance life and sport. Trust me, I hear you!  Find a comfortable spot and lean in to this short and sweet 5 minute guided meditation by athlete, therapist & mindset coach Kerri Bicskei.  Make sure to check out readysetmindful.com and Subscribe to Ready Set Mindful on YouTube for more mindfulness videos and mindset training tips for athletes.  If you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful ...

069 Hidden Truth About Supplements: Athlete & Chemist Formexc CEO Dr. Mo talks about Boosting Performance with Supplements

May 10, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

Supplements for Athletes: Athlete & Chemist Formexc CEO Dr. Mo talks about Boosting Performance with Supplements, with Athlete, Therapist and Mindset Coach Kerri Bicskei. This weeks episode Kerri sits down with Dr. Mo Tighsazzadeh,  a British-Persian scientist and former professional athlete who decided to combine his love of sport and science to bring cutting edge high performance supplements to athletes.  Supplements have SO many benefits for athletes and high performers and  can be  so ...

068 Fertility Challenges of High Performers That No One Talks About

May 03, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Fertility is a topic that  we don't give it enough attention to, yet is SO important for our overall health. 1 in 6 people struggles with infertility worldwide so it's important now more than ever to pay attention to what we should be doing to improve our fertility. 🌱 In this episode I discuss: ☑️How infertility can impact your relationship and what to do about it ☑️The impact fertility issues has on athletes and high performers ☑️My personal fertility journey ☑️Daily practices to implemen...

068 Fertility Challenges That No One Talks About

May 03, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Fertility is a topic that  we don't give it enough attention to, yet is SO important for our overall health. 1 in 6 people struggles with infertility worldwide so it's important now more than ever to pay attention to what we should be doing to improve our fertility. 🌱 In this episode I discuss: ☑️How infertility can impact your relationship and what to do about it ☑️The impact fertility issues has on athletes and high performers ☑️My personal fertility journey ☑️Daily practices to implemen...

067 5 Minute Guided Meditation - Monday Meditation for A Fresh Start to Your Week 🙌🏼

April 25, 2023 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.32 MB

If you've ever wanted to shake off how last week went and have a fresh start to your week, this is the guided meditation for you! It's pretty common that as athletes and high performing people we have high expectations for ourselves. It's hard to let go of mistakes we make sometimes because we have such a high bar for performance.  🧠💪🏼 Let's start this week off fresh with new energy and let go of anything negative that we don't want to carry over into this week. Sit back, relax and join m...

066 Secrets to Better Sleep for Athletes and High Performers 😴

April 19, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Who has ever stayed up way later than you wanted to because your brain was running through a million thoughts of what you still have to do or replaying how the day went?! Umm me! As someone who has struggled with the ol’ anxiety and sleep combo, I understand this first hand. In this episode, we'll explore the benefits of sleep for athletes and high performers, how screens affect our sleep, and I’ll talk about some tips for establishing a healthy sleep routine. 😴💤🏋️‍♀️🏆 If you have a hard t...

066 HOW TO SLEEP BETTER 😴

April 19, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Who has ever stayed up way later than you wanted to because your brain was running through a million thoughts of what you still have to do or replaying how the day went?! Umm me! As someone who has struggled with the ol’ anxiety and sleep combo, I understand this first hand. In this episode, we'll explore the benefits of sleep for athletes and high performers, how screens affect our sleep, and I’ll talk about some tips for establishing a healthy sleep routine. 😴💤🏋️‍♀️🏆 If you have a hard t...

065 Mental Toughness w/ Ironman Athlete & Boston Marathon Runner Kayla Floyd

April 12, 2023 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with badass Ironman athlete, marathon runner, mama and superhuman Kayla Floyd! Kayla is a former college runner who transitioned into triathlons and marathons after her college career. She has raced the legendary KONA full Ironman and is currently training for the legendary BOSTON marathon 💫 In this episode Kayla and I discuss: ✅ Her transition from being a college athlete to a triathlete, marathoner and mom ✅ The role of Mental toughness in end...

064 🧘‍♀️Mindful Athlete: Quick Meditation to Reduce Stress and Boost Performance 🏃‍♂️

April 05, 2023 14:00 - 8 minutes - 6.1 MB

👋 Hey there athletes and high performers! It's time to take a break from the hustle and bustle of our busy lives and focus on our mental wellbeing. 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️ Stress can be a major hurdle in our pursuit of greatness, but fear not! 🙅‍♂️ Our 5-minute meditation is here to help you release tension, reduce anxiety, and increase focus. 🧘‍♀️ During this meditation, we'll guide you through a series of breathing exercises and visualizations to help you let go of negativity and find inner peace. 🌈🕊️ ...

063 Gratitude Meditation & 4 Bonus Tips for Peak Performance 🧠

March 29, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

🎉 Hey there, athletes and high performers! 🏋️‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Do you ever find yourself going through the motions and feeling like you're not fully present in the moment? 🤔 It's a common struggle for many people, but especially for those of us who are always pushing ourselves to perform at our best. That's why I wanted to share some tips on how to be more mindful in your everyday life! Here are five ways you can start being more mindful: 1️⃣ Take a few deep breaths: When you're feeling stressed or...

062 Self Care & Mental Health Tips for Entrepreneurs & High Performers

March 22, 2023 12:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

How's your self care routine??  Entrepreneurs tend to have a ton on their plate, have a fear of not getting enough 'done' during the day and have high levels of stress and anxiety. Ignoring self care in favor of 'getting more done' BACKFIRES big time later on I promise. Not making time to take care of yourself throughout the day can lead to terrible sleep, short/defensive responses in our relationships, and a high level of anxiety. 🤯 If you are an athlete or high performing person, chanc...

061 Guided Meditation for Boosting Confidence ✨

March 15, 2023 00:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

Are you an athlete or high performing person who struggles with confidence? 👋🏼 We can't be confident ALL the time, and that's okay! Sometimes we get stuck comparing ourselves to others and stressing that we aren't good enough. It's an easy trap to get caught up in. If your lack of confidence is slowing you down, make sure to tune into this episode. Take a moment from your busy day to sit back and enjoy this short guided meditation to boost your confidence before a game, race or important e...

060 7 THINGS THAT MAKE YOUR ANXIETY WORSE 😳

March 08, 2023 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MB

Ever been curious about the things you do in your day that are actually MAKING YOUR ANXIETY WORSE? Then stay tuned because this episode is for you! In this episode  I discuss the 7 things that are making your anxiety WORSE! Make sure to JOIN my newsletter to get all the podcast episodes to your inbox! AND  if you are an overachiever with anxiety... >>>👉🏽Get your FREE GUIDE to Manage your Anxiety HERE 👈🏽<<< If you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful podcast make sure to  ✔️SUBSCRIBE  ✔...

059 Fueling for Performance: Athlete Nutrition w/ Dietician Alex Larson 💪🏼🧠

February 22, 2023 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MB

As athletes and overachievers, fueling your body to keep up with your goals is EVERYTHING. When our nutrition game is whack, we start to see the fallout in all areas of our lives (relationships, sleep, energy levels, mood, mental performance) 🧠 This weeks podcast is all about nutrition and how it impacts mental and physical performance for athletes. I sit down with registered dietician Alex Larson who helps athletes optimize their nutrition. In this episode Alex and I discuss ☑️Nutrition...

058 Mindful Meditation for Overachievers and Athletes 🌱

February 15, 2023 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

How much mindfulness do you incorporate into your daily routine? Do you walk? Meditate? Journal? Some of us are more mindful throughout the day, with built in mindful habits that are ingrained in our daily routines, and some of us need a little bit more mindfulness encouragement.  It's easy to get lost in the chaos and to-do list of our days and use our time doing something mindless vs mindful to 'relax'. If you are someone who has anxiety and holds onto more stress than you want to, make ...

057 Acupuncture Benefits for Overachievers w/ Dr. Ashley Heintz

February 08, 2023 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

 On the podcast this week I was so lucky to be joined by Dr. Ashley Heintz, who is my acupuncturist here in Tampa, Florida. Ashley is a licensed acupuncturist who practices at Kodawari studios here in Tampa, FL. She works with many overachievers and athletes and sees many women for fertility issues. Ashley is a buti yoga enthusiast, plant medicine advocate and a badass wellness professional who is passionate about helping her clients with acupuncture. If you've ever been curious about how a...

056 Tips for Athletes & Overachievers to Heal Trauma 🌱

February 01, 2023 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

This week's solo episode is all about TRAUMA. 🌱 In this week's episode I talk about: Best tools for healing trauma long term ☑️ What trauma responses are and what they look like☑️ Types of trauma☑️ Unhealthy vs healthy coping tools☑️ If you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful podcast make sure that you  SUBSCRIBE ✔️ SHARE with a friend✔️ LEAVE A REVIEW! ✔️ Are you an athlete or overachiever who wants to ditch your anxiety and level up your mental and physical performance? 🙋🏼‍♀️  I’...

055 Mindfulness, Wellness Hacks and Chiropractic Care w/ Dr. Connor Oliveri

January 25, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Ever been curious about how seeing a chiropractor can help your mental and physical performance? Stay tuned for this episode as I sit down with Dr. O and talk all things wellness and how seeing a chiro can positively impact your overall performance. In this episode we discuss: Common misconceptions about chiropractic care ✅ Dr. O's mindfulness routine ✅ How important mental training is for injury recovery ✅ Red light therapy and PRP benefits✅ How hyperbaric chamber can help TBI's, depress...

054 Panic Attacks: 4 Techniques to Manage and Prevent Panic Attacks

January 18, 2023 15:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

This episode is all about panic attacks. If you're an athlete or overachiever, stress and anxiety are par for the course, and sometimes panic attacks happen. If you are an athlete or overachiever who has ever experienced extreme anxiety and panic attacks and want tips from a licensed therapist on how to manage panic attacks, then this episode is for you! Panic attacks happen and they can leave you feeling out of control, defeated and as if you're world is crashing in on you. Stay tuned for t...

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