Sports Essentials | Finding a Mental Edge

Sports training typically focuses on getting your body ready, but mental preparation can be equally important when it comes to finding athletic success. Learn how to get your head in the game in this podcast featuring sports psychologist Matt Sacco. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Sports Essentials 02:29 Meet Dr. Sacco 06:13 Butterflies vs. Anxiety 11:36 Practice Before Pressure 15:09 Breathwork Basics 22:22 Tactile Grounding Tricks 27:20 Routines and Superstitions 31:21 Visualization as a Tool 33:49 Flexibility and Growth Mindset 40:04 Stigma and Team Support 47:22 Quick Tips for Athletes 50:55 Advice for Sports Parents 54:42 Where to Start and Wrap Up 59:14 Post Interview Takeaways To learn more about Dr. Sacco, please visit https://cle.clinic/4mfwUKj Your source for evidence-based insights to elevate performance and accelerate recovery. Designed for athletes. Backed by our experts. Follow @cleclinicsports on Instagram for evidence-based insights to elevate performance and accelerate recovery. Designed for athletes. Backed by our experts. Subscribe to our podcast 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://cle.clinic/podcastIOS Android: https://cle.clinic/Android SoundCloud: https://cle.clinic/soundcloud Spotify: https://cle.clinic/2AEPNlG Like this video? Hit like and subscribe for more! #clevelandclinic #sportsessentials #videopodcast #mentaledge