Elite athletic performance stems from more than just physical and technical skills. Renowned sport psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais – who’s worked with the U.S. Beach and Women’s National Teams, among other highly-successful athletes – discusses the importance of mental training and a growth mindset for both coaches and athletes. Grit, motivation, values; they all play a large part in athletic excellence. He and former U.S. National Team setter Courtney Thompson discuss how to build these and other mental skills.
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2:33: From surfing ocean waves to surfing brain waves
8:34: Michael’s beginning with the U.S. National Team
10:53: Resources for mental training
13:16: On presence, time and growth
23:10: Invest in yourself what you want to give others
27:43: Support, then challenge
36:02: How to help foster grit
45:27: Brighten your inner light
47:20: Know your values
50:20: What are you longing for now?