Conversation with Summer Montabone (S6:E04)

In this enlightening episode of The Mental Cast, host Dan Mickle sits down with Summer Montabone, a retired pro athlete and performance mindset coach. They delve into critical discussions on empowering girls through sports, addressing the challenges of female leadership in the fitness industry and the importance of mental performance training. Summer shares her journey from being a high school teacher to a national fitness champion and successful business owner, offering insights into the obstacles she faced and the solutions she created. They explore the developmental challenges in youth sports and the role of parents and coaches in fostering resilience and confidence among young athletes. Join them as they uncover the keys to developing fearless action and personal leadership in both youth and adults. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or athlete, this episode offers valuable perspectives on navigating the mental aspects of performance.


Show: Season 6 – Episode 04 (February 26, 2025)
Host: Dan Mickle
Topic:  A Conversation with Summer Montabone

Feel free to reach out to us at podcast@mentalcast.comor across all social media @717Soul and @RealDanMickle


Mentioned in This Episode

Summer Montabone Website


Dan Mickle on social
YouTube |Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Website

717 Soul  on social
YouTube |Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Website

Download and Stream us!
iTunes | Google Play | PodBean | RSS Feed | TunedIn | Amazon Play | Pandora | Spotify | iHeart Radio

author-sign

About Dan Mickle

Dan Mickle founded Soul Performance Academy and has been a coach for over 30 years. He holds an M.S. in Sports/Performance Psychology and an M.S. in Learning Technology and Media Systems. Dan is a current NCAA DIII head volleyball coach. He is pursuing his D.H.Sc, focusing on the coaching considerations of neurodivergent populations. He is an Associate Member of the APA, a certified CBT coach, and a certified Mental Trainer.