Athlete Tip: How to Stay Motivated When You Don't Feel Like It
04/25/24 • 11 min
Hey athletes, ever have those days where you just want to skip practice and chill on the couch? Trust me, I get it! But here’s the thing, the best athletes don’t let those feelings hold them back. In this episode, I’m sharing my secrets for staying motivated, even when you really don’t feel like it.
What’s Covered
- Why you need to define your goals as an athlete.
- How motivation is unreliable and what to use instead.
- Creating a plan for extra training and sticking to it.
- The “rule of thirds” – why not all practices will be amazing.
- The importance of giving your best, even with limited energy.
Athletes, ready to become the best version of yourself, on and off the field? Want to learn how to stay focused and crush those goals? Then you need to listen to the full episode of the Raising Elite Competitors podcast. I’ll share even more strategies for developing that unbeatable mindset!
Episode Highlights:
[00:09] Staying motivated as an athlete, even when you don’t feel like it.
[02:01] Motivation and discipline in sports. Motivation is inconsistent and unreliable, while discipline is key to achieving goals.
[03:20] Importance of setting goals and knowing your “why”.
[06:11] Motivation and goal-setting for athletes. Tools for athletes to stay motivated and disciplined, such as the rule of thirds and giving what they have.
[07:30] Importance of creating a schedule and tracking your progress.
[08:50] The “Rule of Thirds” for training sessions.
[09:35] The “Give What You Have” mentality.
[11:20] Summary/Recap of staying motivated.
Next Steps:
- Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
- Visit our podcast website for more great episodes
Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
Hey athletes, ever have those days where you just want to skip practice and chill on the couch? Trust me, I get it! But here’s the thing, the best athletes don’t let those feelings hold them back. In this episode, I’m sharing my secrets for staying motivated, even when you really don’t feel like it.
What’s Covered
- Why you need to define your goals as an athlete.
- How motivation is unreliable and what to use instead.
- Creating a plan for extra training and sticking to it.
- The “rule of thirds” – why not all practices will be amazing.
- The importance of giving your best, even with limited energy.
Athletes, ready to become the best version of yourself, on and off the field? Want to learn how to stay focused and crush those goals? Then you need to listen to the full episode of the Raising Elite Competitors podcast. I’ll share even more strategies for developing that unbeatable mindset!
Episode Highlights:
[00:09] Staying motivated as an athlete, even when you don’t feel like it.
[02:01] Motivation and discipline in sports. Motivation is inconsistent and unreliable, while discipline is key to achieving goals.
[03:20] Importance of setting goals and knowing your “why”.
[06:11] Motivation and goal-setting for athletes. Tools for athletes to stay motivated and disciplined, such as the rule of thirds and giving what they have.
[07:30] Importance of creating a schedule and tracking your progress.
[08:50] The “Rule of Thirds” for training sessions.
[09:35] The “Give What You Have” mentality.
[11:20] Summary/Recap of staying motivated.
Next Steps:
- Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
- Visit our podcast website for more great episodes
Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
Previous Episode
What Parents Need to Know About Fueling Their Athletes w/ Registered Dietitian Ashley Harpst
Are you constantly seeing your young athlete struggle with low energy on the field? Do they complain about feeling sluggish or not being able to focus throughout the day? Feeling confused about what to feed them to optimize their performance and build a healthy relationship with food?
If this sounds like you, then this episode is a must-listen! In this episode, I sit down with registered dietitian, Ashley Harpst, to break down everything you need to know to fuel your young athlete’s success.
What’s Covered:
- Busting common nutrition myths and misconceptions (“carbs are bad”, labeling foods “good” and “bad”)
- The importance of timing meals and snacks for optimal performance
- The power of hydration for energy levels and focus
- Practical tips for parents to navigate picky eating and meal planning
- And more!
Ready to unlock your young athlete’s full potential through proper nutrition? Tune in to the full episode for in-depth insights and strategies to fuel their best performance!
Episode Highlights:
[00:00] Nutrition for athletes with registered sports dietitian Ashley Harpst.
[04:02] Carbohydrates and their importance for athletes, particularly female athletes.
[07:36] Common nutrition mistakes made by athletes, including skipping meals and cutting out carbs.
[14:06] Hydration and nutrition for athletes, including recommended fluids and electrolytes.
[19:10] Nutrition for athletes, including easily digestible options and the importance of parental influence.
[22:32] Shaping kids’ eating habits and nutrition, including strategies for dealing with picky eaters.
Next Steps:
- Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
- Visit our podcast website for more great episodes
Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
Next Episode
How to Encourage Positive Self-Talk in Your Athlete So She Can Play Confidently Without Beating Herself Up
Are you tired of seeing your athlete get stuck in those negative spirals of self-doubt? Wishing they could play with more confidence and shake off mistakes without beating themselves up? Well, today’s episode is all about changing the inner dialogue. We’re talking about how to help your athlete develop positive self-talk so they can unlock their full potential – and maybe even start enjoying their sport more!
What’s Covered
- The difference between average and elite athletes when it comes to their mindset.
- How negative thoughts turn into a self-fulfilling prophecy.
- Simple tools to notice and shift those negative thoughts before they take hold.
- What YOU can do as a parent to create a supportive environment.
Ready to help your athlete build their mental game? Dive into the full episode for all the details – you won’t want to miss this one!
Episode Highlights:
[00:00] Helping athletes overcome negative self-talk and move past it quickly.
[02:26] Helping athletes develop positive self-talk and navigate negative thoughts. Discover the importance of positive self-talk in athletes, emphasizing its impact on their mental game and overall performance.
[07:35] Shifting thoughts to improve mental game in sports. Athletes learn to focus on enjoyment and improvement by shifting their mental attitude, leading to better performance.
[09:58] How thoughts and beliefs affect athletic performance. Learn more about the “thought wheel” and how it relates to athletes’ situations, thoughts, feelings, and actions.
[15:06] Shifting negative thoughts to productive ones in sports.
[17:12] Helping athletes shift negative thoughts and build self-trust.
[22:27] How parents’ self-talk impacts their daughters’ mental skills and physical abilities in sports. Negative self-talk from parents can contribute to a daughter’s negative self-talk and impact her athletic performance.
Next Steps:
- Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
- Visit our podcast website for more great episodes
Thank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
Raising Elite Competitors - Athlete Tip: How to Stay Motivated When You Don't Feel Like It
Transcript
Welcome back to the Raising Elite Competitors podcast . I'm Coach Bree , a mental performance coach for girl athletes . This is a special athlete tip podcast episode . So , athletes , this one is for you . We're talking about how to stay motivated when you don't feel like it because , let's be honest , you're not gonna feel like it all the time . There's gonna be trainings , there's
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