Confidence and Consistency (Ep. 26)
This week’s question comes from Sara, a track and field runner from Illinois: “Hi, Coach Dan, My name is Sarah Johnson, and I am a sophomore in college. I’m an …
Pre-competition Anxiety (Ep. 25)
This week’s question comes from Sarah, a swimmer from California: “ My name is Sarah, and I am a swimmer from California. I am reaching out to you because I …
Self-Doubt Affecting Performance (Ep. 24)
This week’s question comes from Alex, a tennis player from New York: “Dear Coach, my name is Alex, and I am a tennis player from New York. I am reaching …
Where is My Motivation? (Ep. 23)
This week’s question comes from Jeff, a basketball player from Maine: “I love basketball, but lately I just don’t feel motivated. Any thoughts on how I can get that back? …
The Shy Introvert (Ep. 22)
This week’s question comes from Sarah, a field hockey player from Pennsylvania: “I am a very shy introvert. I think my coach and my teammates believe I don’t trust or …
I’m Burning Out (Ep. 21)
This week’s question comes from Chris, a tennis player from Michigan: “I think I am burning out. I love to play, practice, and compete in tennis. I am just starting …
The Pressure to Compete (Ep. 20)
This week’s question comes from Jeff, a volleyball player from Virginia: “I feel like I work hard and do well in practice, but once I get into the matches, the …
Letting Coach Down (Ep. 19)
This week’s question comes from James, a basketball player from Maryland: “I tend to freeze or choke in games. I am always worried about letting my coach and the team …
I Can Do More Mentally (Ep. 18)
This week’s question comes from Joni, a swimmer from Oklahoma: “I work hard every day, but I feel I could be doing more mentally. I just don’t know where to …
I Can Be So Much More (Ep. 17)
This week’s question comes from James, a soccer player from Iowa: “I show up, I work hard, but I still leave each practice or match thinking I can be so …