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Ready Set Mindful is a weekly conversation with some of the leading experts and athletes within the realm of wellness. Carrie Beck, founder of Ready Set Mindful, sits down with some of the most inspirational, cutting-edge thinkers, wellness professionals and elite athletes. Dialogue ranges from topi…

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    Injury Recovery Meditation for Athletes: Overcome Fear & Trust Your Body

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 7:28 Transcription Available


    Injuries are more than just physical—they take a mental and emotional toll, too. If you're a college athlete struggling with the frustration, fear, and uncertainty of recovery, this guided body scan meditation is for you. As a former pro athlete and licensed mental health therapist, I know the pressure to get back in the game can be overwhelming. In this episode, we'll focus on reconnecting with your body, letting go of fear, and trusting the healing process. Take a deep breath—you don't have to rush this. Your body is working hard for you. Let's tune in and reset together.

    099 Perfectionism in Athletes and High Performers: How to Let Go of the Need to Be Perfect

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 23:00 Transcription Available


    In this episode of the ReadySet Mindful Podcast, I dive deep into the struggles of perfectionism that many high-performing athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals face. If you're someone who constantly feels the pressure to be perfect and flawless in every aspect of your life, this episode is for you.Key Highlights:Why Perfectionism Is So Common in Athletes & High Performers: Understanding how perfectionism is rooted in our brains and why it can feel impossible to break free.The Neuroscience of Perfectionism: Learn how your brain's wiring makes it easy to fall into the cycle of overachievement and how to break out of it.How Perfectionism Affects Mental & Emotional Health: Discover the toll that striving for perfection can take on your well-being and how to regain balance.Simple, Actionable Tips to Overcome Perfectionism: Strategies like self-compassion, mindfulness, goal-setting, and embracing imperfection to reduce stress and burnout.The Role of Therapy: Why working with a therapist is a game-changer in breaking the perfectionism cycle and achieving a healthier, more sustainable mindset.If you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or high performer struggling with perfectionism, tune in to gain practical tools that will help you shift your mindset, reduce anxiety, and build emotional resilience.Key Takeaways:Recognizing perfectionism and its harmful cycleActionable strategies to create healthier, realistic goalsHow to shift your self-talk and embrace imperfectionPractical mindfulness and relaxation tips to reduce stressThe importance of seeking therapy for sustainable mental healthSchedule a free 15-minute consultation if you are looking for support in letting go of your perfectionism, I've got you!Visit ReadySet Mindful for more resources: www.readysetmindful.comFollow us on Instagram & Facebook: @readysetmindfulVisit readysetmindful.com for FREE resources and appointments.

    098 The Psychology of Change: How Athletes Can Turn Intentions into Lasting Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 23:47 Transcription Available


     Key Takeaways for this episode for athletes and high performers:Reflection & Goal-Setting: Acknowledge where you're at and use the new year as a time for intentional change.Brain's Resistance to Change: Understanding how your emotional brain fights against new routines and how to push through.Neuroplasticity: The brain's ability to rewire itself makes change possible with consistent, disciplined action.Small Wins Matter: Focus on incremental progress to build momentum and avoid perfectionism that leads to burnout.Breaking Down Big Goals: Learn how to set smaller, manageable steps to make large goals more achievable.Intentions vs. Goals: Intentions are vague, but concrete goals are specific, measurable, and actionable.The Intention-Action Loop: Link your intentions to clear actions for better results.Consistency Over Perfection: Embrace consistency and be flexible when life (and disruptions) get in the way.Visualization & Mental Rehearsal: Use visualization techniques to prepare for obstacles and reinforce your goals.SMART Goals: Learn how to turn intentions into specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals.Actionable Tips:Break down one intention into a SMART goal this week.Track your progress, stay consistent, and embrace setbacks as learning opportunities.Join the Conversation:Like, comment, and subscribe for more mindful tips for athletes and high performers! Follow ReadySet Mindful on social media and visit the website for free resources and ways to work with KerriVisit readysetmindful.com for FREE resources and appointments.

    097 The Holiday Playbook: Adapt and Thrive by Turning Disruptions into Your Mental Edge

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 14:39


    In this episode the Ready Set Mindful podcast, we dive into the challenges athletes face when the holiday season disrupts their routines. Whether it's missed workouts, irregular schedules, or the pressure to balance training with family commitments, these disruptions can feel like setbacks—but they don't have to be.Learn how to turn holiday chaos into an opportunity for growth by building resilience, emotional flexibility, and mental strength. Discover practical strategies to stay anchored with small, intentional habits while embracing rest and recovery to avoid burnout.Key Takeaways:Why routine disruptions can strengthen your adaptability and mental game.How to balance discipline with flexibility to recharge effectively.Actionable tips to create a holiday playbook that keeps you grounded and thriving.Don't let the holidays throw you off your game—use this season to level up, recharge, and come back stronger. Listen now and learn how to make the most of the holiday season!Visit readysetmindful.com for FREE resources and appointments.

    096 Finding Balance: How Athletes Can Navigate Nutrition Over the Holidays

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 10:40 Transcription Available


    The holidays are a time for celebration, connection, and, let's face it, a lot of delicious food. For athletes, this season can bring challenges in maintaining nutrition goals and routines while also enjoying the festivities. Striking a balance between giving yourself grace and staying on track is key to maintaining physical and mental health during this time.Here's why it's important to stay mindful of your nutrition—and how you can approach the holidays with both discipline and kindness.In this episode I discuss:How planning ahead will optimize your nutrition goalsWhat following the 80/20 rule looks like in actionWhy hydration is CLUTCH Types of light movement to engage in for optimal digestion Visit readysetmindful.com for FREE resources and appointments.

    How to Handle Strong Emotions this Thanksgiving: 3 Tips to De-Stress

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 16:31 Transcription Available


    This holiday season could be an especially emotional holiday to navigate due to the election. If you are in a family who has varying beliefs, remember to humanize your family this thanksgiving. There are going to be tough conversations around the table along with jabby comments here and there. How can you show up as your best self and not take the bait when Uncle Tom is throwing shade your way? Intros episode I discuss actionable tips to get you through this Thanksgiving with your mental health in tact.In this episode we discuss:-How being respectful and having open dialogue = having a growth mindset-Tips for deactivating your nervous system in moments when you see red-How to set intentions and how they are helpful for reducing holiday stressHappy listening!Until next time, be well and stay Mindful

    094 How to Handle Athlete Burnout!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 21:17


    For athletes and high performing people, burnout can be your worst nightmare. We never want to get to the point where we are struggling so much that we have to take our foot off the gas entirely.  BUT it happens all the time! If you have ever struggled with burnout (and never want to get to that point again) then this episode is for you.In this episode:What burnout actually isMy personal (and recent) experience with burnoutHow burnout shows up for athletes and high performersSigns & symptoms that you're experiencing burnoutTips for managing burnout Helpful Links:Join our FREE training for Sports Moms & Dads - How To Strengthen Your Athlete's Mental Game So they Can Thrive In and Outside of their SportVisit our website https://www.readysetmindful.com/ for more resources for AthletesUntil next time...Train Hard, Be Well & Stay Mindful

    093 #1 Tip to Help Your Athlete Handle a Tough Coach!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 22:41 Transcription Available


    Ever wondered how to deal with tough coaches when it comes to your young athlete? Today, we're diving into this very common topic, offering you a roadmap to support your child effectively.Now, here's what we'll explore:✅Tip 1: Shift Your Mindset. Discover how changing your perspective can turn a challenging coaching situation into a growth opportunity for your athlete.✅Tip 2: Avoid Badmouthing the Coach. Learn why it's crucial not to criticize the coach within earshot of your athlete.We'll also dive into actionable steps you can take to support your athlete effectively, including the inside out approach and the five-step framework.Join us for these essential insights, and don't forget to listen to the full podcast episode for actionable steps to support your athlete effectively!Episode Highlights:

    092 Guided Visualization for Athletes: Release Negativity

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 8:44 Transcription Available


    If you are an athlete, or have an athlete, who struggles with having a negative mindset, you're going to want to tune in for this short guided visualization to release negativity and channel inner confidence! Settle in for this guided visualization to let go of any negative emotions you have about your performance, making mistakes or anything in between. This visualization will help you connect to the confident athlete that you know is inside of you.Wherever you are in your athletic journey, this visualization is here to guide and anchor you and allow you to feel that calm that your body and mind are craving right now.Helpful Links:Visit our website  https://www.readysetmindful.com/ for more FREE resources for Athletes          We have a BRAND NEW FREE COURSE COMING SOON!!

    091 Guided Meditation for Athletes in Transition

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 11:31 Transcription Available


    If you are an athlete who is going through a transition right now (injury, change of coaches, team, or transitioning away from your sport), this episode is FOR YOU!Transitions are SO HARD for athletes and can leave you feeling anxious, uncertain and fearful about what your future holds. As an athlete, so much of your identity is wrapped up in your sport, and when a transition happens it can leave your confidence feeling shaken.  Settle in for this guided meditation to ease your anxiety about your transition and welcome this new season of change with a neutral or even positive mindset.Wherever you are in your transition as an athlete, this meditation is here to guide and anchor you and allow you to feel that calm that your body and mind are craving right now.Helpful Links:Visit our website  https://www.readysetmindful.com/ for more FREE resources for Athletes          We have a BRAND NEW FREE COURSE COMING SOON!!

    3 Signs Your Athlete is READY for Mental Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 30:39


    Are you a Sports mom or Dad who has ever wondered if your young athlete is ready for mental training?Here's what I'll cover in this episode: 3 Signs Your Athlete Is Ready for Mental TrainingUnderstanding the peak age window (10-18 years old).         ✅Recognizing the common challenges young athletes face         ✅The significance of setting sports-related goals         ✅How to Approach Mental Training with Your Athletes         ✅Connect it to HER larger goals         ✅Show examples from athletes whom she admires.         ✅Use any and all available resources.Are you ready to empower your athlete with the mental edge that they deserve? Tune in to the full podcast episode and discover how to set them on a path to peak performance!

    089 Why The Calm & Confident Athlete Course WORKS and is the Best Course for Athletes & Sports Moms

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 26:18 Transcription Available


    As sports moms (and sports Dads) we can't change the game, BUT we can teach our athletes how to perform better on and off the court or field using mental training!In this episode, I break down The Calm & Confident Athlete Course, the only mental training course for female athletes and their Sports Moms!If you're struggling to support your daughter as she navigates the world of competitive sports, then do not miss this episode!Tune in as I share how The Calm & Confident Athlete Course signature framework support female athletes with the tools they need to:✅Release  anxiety and perfectionism✅Shake off mistakes and bounce back quickly✅Flip their negative mindset✅Come in clutch under pressureWhile teaching sports moms and dads how to:✅Help their athletes through the ups and downs in their sport✅Communicate effectively with their daughter✅ Enjoy the sports journeyAs a Division 1 and professional athlete, there was no course out there like this for me or my Mom, and man would that have been a gamechanger! This is why I created the Calm & Confident Athlete Course...Tune in to learn how this science-backed, therapist and athlete approved course uses proven mental training skills for female athletes and research-based strategies for moms to support their daughters.Episode Highlights:✅What makes The  Calm & Confident Athlete Course different from other programs and course on the market-- I break down my signature framework, share the science behind the transformation, and testimonies from the girl athletes that have successfully completed the course.✅The most important team your daughter will ever play on is the home team

    088 MEDITATION FOR ATHLETES WITH ANXIETY

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 6:37 Transcription Available


    Are you an athlete who struggles with anxiety on and off the court? If you have a hard time letting nerves get the best of you, and are afraid to make mistakes, and fear letting people down, I hear you. Anxiety can be SO hard for athletes who just want to perform their best. This is exactly why I created this 5 minute guided meditation for athletes! So find a quiet spot, set a timer for 5 minutes and settle in! This episode will leave you feeling a little more calm and capable than when you started

    087 How Parents Can Help Athletes Overcome Mental Blocks

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 29:16 Transcription Available


    Are mental blocks holding your athlete back? Join me in this episode as we dive into the topic of mental blocks in athletes and explore actionable strategies that you can implement to help your athlete in overcoming these challenges. In this episode: What Are Mental Blocks?How do Mental Blocks Happen? Identifying Mental Blocks (And What to Do to Help Your Athlete Overcome Them)What Works and What Doesn't WorkWhat are the underlying causes of mental blocks?Get ready to empower your athletes and propel them towards success!Helpful Links:Visit our https://www.readysetmindful.com/ for more resources for AthletesJoin our FREE training for Sports Moms - How To Strengthen Your Athlete's Mental Game: Taking her from Worrier to WARRIOR  https://www.readysetmindful.com/           We have a BRAND NEW FREE COURSE COMING SOON!!

    086 How to Optimize Fertility: Dr. Kiltz of CNY Fertility on Inflammation, IVF & Why Plant Based Diets are Killing Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 72:12 Transcription Available


    This was one of my favorite podcast episodes I've recorded. I had the honor of interviewing Dr. Robert Kiltz, founder of CNY Fertility to discuss all things fertility. Join me for this solo episode where we discuss:Dr. Kiltz's fertility best tips for boosting fertility Why a Plant Based is hurting fertility and overall healthBenefits of Carnivore Diet for fertility & longevity benefitsDr. Kiltz's daily mindfulness practices Why infertility rates are soaring and what we can do about itHow to end the Inflammation and Diabetes epidemic          We have a BRAND NEW FREE COURSE COMING SOON!!

    085 Tips for Parents & Athletes to CRUSH tryouts and Pre Season!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 23:17 Transcription Available


    Is your athlete gearing up for tryouts? Or maybe you are an athlete who is already in pre-season and wants to focus on getting or keeping your starting spot. Discover valuable tips to boost your chances of success before, during, and after tryouts! Join me for this solo episode where I cover:Before Tryouts: Mental Preparation and FamiliarizationDuring Tryouts: Focus on Strengths and Take Calculated RisksAfter Tryouts: Reflect and Navigate DisappointmentHow Parents Can Support Their Athletes During Tryouts and Pre-SeasonWhat coaches are ACTUALLY looking for          We have a BRAND NEW FREE COURSE COMING SOON!!

    084 UltraMarathon Training Tips from Backyard Ultra World Record Holder Phil Gore

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 67:26 Transcription Available


    If you are a runner, or have been curious about what mental and physical training looks like for Ultramarathon runners, then you don't want to miss this episode! This episode is full of Ultramarathoner Phil Gore's race training tips that will help you with your mental training and hopefully inspire you to take that jump into training for an ultramarathon in the future! In this episode:✅Phil's journey into the world of Ultramarathons and Backyard Ultras✅Mental barriers that elite distance runners face✅Phil's daily training plan and race day training tips✅Actionable tips to help ease the anxious runner brain✅ What to do when your body wants to quit in a race✅ How to take control of your mental game We have a BRAND NEW FREE COURSE COMING SOON!!

    083 Meditation for Perfectionism

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 15:01 Transcription Available


    082 How to Train for Your First Marathon + How to Manage Your Anxiety as an Athlete w/ 13x Boston Qualifier Elizabeth Clor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 61:01


    If you are a runner, you don't want to miss this episode! This episode is full of race training tips that will help you with your training and hopefully inspire you to take that jump into training for a marathon in the future! In this episode:✅Elizabeth's journey from not being able to run 2 miles to qualifying fro Boston 13x✅Mental barriers that runners face✅Elizabeth's training plan and tips✅Actionable tips to help ease your anxious runner brain✅ What to do when you feel like you want to quit in a race✅ How to manage your anxiety as a runnerWe have a BRAND NEW FREE RESOURCE FOR YOU!!

    081 5 WAYS FOR ATHLETES TO STOP OVERTHINKING

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 24:01 Transcription Available


    Athletes: Have you ever struggled with overthinking about ALL THE THINGS? Mistakes you made, bad performances, disappointing your coach/teammate/parent, responses that you had that you wish you could take back...?!This episode is ALL about OVERTHINKING. In this episode:What overthinking actually ISTriggers for OverthinkingResources for athletes who overthinkActionable tips to help ease your anxious brainWe have a BRAND NEW FREE RESOURCE FOR YOU!!

    080 Taking Back Control and Going Alcohol Free w/ AVP Beach Volleyball Player Christian Honer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 70:28 Transcription Available


    If you've ever been curious about what being an alcohol free athlete looks like then you're going to be interested in this episode. Christian Honer is a Christian is a professional beach volleyball player, certified hypnotherapist, mental performance coach, certified recovery coach, a sales and marketing growth specialist and an amazing human committed to personal growth.In this episode Christian and I discuss:His journey into beach volleyball and living an alcohol free lifestyleHis mindfulness routineHow nasal breathing helps his sleep and performanceHis favorite  tools he used to manage his mental health issuesGet your FREE CHECKLIST TO MANAGE YOUR ANXIETY HEREhttps://www.readysetmindful.comBe well & Stay Mindful

    079 How Athletes Can Manage Anxiety Using Breathing Techniques w/ Therapist & Athlete Kerri Bicskei

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 26:19 Transcription Available


    Are you an athlete or high performing person who has been slowed down by your anxiety? Anxiety can be crippling, frustrating and leave you feeling powerless. This solo episode is all about how breathwork can help you take back your performance and mental health by using a few easy (free) to use tools. In this episode:Humming Breath technique fro athletesBox Breathing technique for athletesMy own personal struggle with anxietyWhen and how often to use these anxiety reducing techniquesDON'T FORGET...You can also watch this episode on YOUTUBE! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our youtube channel. We are still growing and would love for you to SUBSCRIBE

    078 Triathlon Mistakes to Avoid with athlete & therapist Kerri Bicskei feat. Pro Triathlete Carolyn Carter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 61:16 Transcription Available


    If you're a triathlete then this episode is for you! In this episode Finding the joy in the sportHow to get yourself out of a bad race funkRace fueling mistakes and lessons learnedThe importance of sleep and routine for race mental performanceDON'T FORGET...You can also watch this episode on YOUTUBE! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our youtube channel. We are still growing and would love for you to SUBSCRIBE

    077 5 Setting Boundaries is Not Hard If You Know This as an Athlete!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 28:09 Transcription Available


    The Boundaries Episode! This week is all about mistakes that athletes and overachievers make with setting boundaries. Athletes and high performing people LOVE to be able to do it all. We tend to overcommit, have a hard time saying no and spread ourselves WAY too thin! Setting boundaries to protect ourselves tends to fall by the wayside. HOWEVER...what ends up being compromised is our mental health, energy and overall mental and physical performance. When we have shitty boundaries, we tend to say yes and have insta regret almost immediately after

    076 Guided Meditation for BUSY ATHLETES

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 6:36


    Are you a busy athlete who juggles way too many things throughout your day? Athletes have full plates. I totally get it. From training, relationships, school/work and  family-there is so many things to keep track of!If you're feeling overwhelmed by all that you have to do in a day and need a 5 minute reset, this episode is for you!You can do anything for 5 minutes, so take a pause, slow your breath and I promise you won't regret it!READY SET MINDFUL NOW HAS A STORE

    075 Coaches as Father Figures: How To Identify Great Coaches & Sports Mentors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 50:18 Transcription Available


    Fathers Day Episode! This weeks episode the tables are turned and Austin takes over the podcast and interviews me, so buckle up! We talk about my experience with my various coaches and mentors and how those relationships shaped my athletic career and impacted my personal development.In this episode Austin and I discuss:Red flags to look for in a coach or mentorHow to tell if your relationship with your coach or mentor is healthyMy journey with dysfunctional coaches vs healthy coachesThe long term impact of having a healthy coach/player relationship for an athleteDON'T FORGET...Get your FATHERS DAY GIFTS NOW!In honor of Fathers Day, we are giving a special  discount, so make sure you use the PROMO CODE: DAD15 at checkout for 15% off all merch!!TAKE ME TO THE STORE : https://www.etsy.com/shop/ReadySetMindful?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1466275478Be well & Stay Mindful

    074 How Plant Medicine, Reiki and Spiritual Growth Impact Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 76:18 Transcription Available


    Buckle up for this episode as I sit down with my wonderful friend Stephanie Neville. Stephanie is a former professional volleyball player and current Reiki practitioner living in Montreal, Canada. She is an advocate for plant medicine, meditation and mindfulness to promote mental health and spiritual growth.In this episode Stephanie and I discuss:

    073 5 Minute Guided Meditation for Gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 7:36


    It's hard to be grateful sometimes. I get it. Especially when hard things come up in life and it's WAY easier to focus on the negative. If you are someone who wants to improve your gratitude practice but don't really know where to start..THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU!Settle in for 5 minutes of a short and sweet meditation to appreciate the small things to improve your mood, energy and overall vibe.

    072 Mindset training lessons from Special Ops Lt Col Rachel Lopez + Promo Code for our Merch

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 73:40 Transcription Available


    In honor of Memorial Day and being a military spouse, I thought it was important to have a real discussion around mental health and special operators. The special operations community is stacked with high performing men and women who are placed in extremely stressful environments and are expected to thrive under pressure. There is so much stigma around mental health in the military, especially within this high performing community.Settle in as I sit down with my friend Lt Col Rachel Lopez as we discuss:☑️Rachel's journey into the military ☑️ Biggest mental health issues that special operators face☑️ Rachel's own mental health journey☑️Gaps in the system, and how we can better support military members w/ mental health☑️A scary truth that most people don't know about being in the military☑️ Tools that Rachel uses to support her own mental health EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT

    071 5 Things I Learned From My First Half IRONMAN Race

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2023 35:27


    5 things I learned from my first 70.3 Half Ironman race!1.)  Don't ride too close to people.

    070 5 Minute Guided Meditation for ATHLETE ANXIETY

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 6:03 Transcription Available


    Are you an athlete who has ever experienced anxiety? There is so much pressure for athletes to perform and balance life and sport. Trust me, I hear you!  Find a comfortable spot and lean in to this short and sweet 5 minute guided meditation by athlete, therapist & mindset coach Kerri Bicskei. Make sure to check out readysetmindful.com and Subscribe to Ready Set Mindful on YouTube for more mindfulness videos and mindset training tips for athletes. If you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful podcast make sure to ✔️SUBSCRIBE ✔️SHARE with a friend✔️LEAVE A REVIEW! AND...>>>

    069 Hidden Truth About Supplements: Athlete & Chemist Formexc CEO Dr. Mo talks about Boosting Performance with Supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 61:09 Transcription Available


    Supplements for Athletes: Athlete & Chemist Formexc CEO Dr. Mo talks about Boosting Performance with Supplements, with Athlete, Therapist and Mindset Coach Kerri Bicskei.This weeks episode Kerri sits down with Dr. Mo Tighsazzadeh,  a British-Persian scientist and former professional athlete who decided to combine his love of sport and science to bring cutting edge high performance supplements to athletes. Supplements have SO many benefits for athletes and high performers and  can be  so helpful for maximizing physical, mental and emotional performance. Understanding which supplements to take can be challenging though. So many companies claim to provide many benefits and have 'clean' ingredients, but there are a lot of things to be mindful of when choosing the right supplements for you. In this episode Dr. Mo Tighsazzadeh and Kerri discuss:☑️Benefits of supplements for athletes☑️Dr. T's wellness habits ☑️Transitioning from volleyball player to chemist☑️His journey from pharma to being the CEO of FORMEXC☑️Ways supplement companies cut corners☑️What athletes should look for when purchasing supplementsIf you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful podcast make sure to ✔️SUBSCRIBE ✔️SHARE with a friend✔️LEAVE A REVIEW! AND...>>>

    068 Fertility Challenges of High Performers That No One Talks About

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 31:36 Transcription Available


    Fertility is a topic that  we don't give it enough attention to, yet is SO important for our overall health. 1 in 6 people struggles with infertility worldwide so it's important now more than ever to pay attention to what we should be doing to improve our fertility.

    067 5 Minute Guided Meditation - Monday Meditation for A Fresh Start to Your Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 6:15


    If you've ever wanted to shake off how last week went and have a fresh start to your week, this is the guided meditation for you!It's pretty common that as athletes and high performing people we have high expectations for ourselves. It's hard to let go of mistakes we make sometimes because we have such a high bar for performance. 

    066 HOW TO SLEEP BETTER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 23:25


    Who has ever stayed up way later than you wanted to because your brain was running through a million thoughts of what you still have to do or replaying how the day went?! Umm me! As someone who has struggled with the ol' anxiety and sleep combo, I understand this first hand.In this episode, we'll explore the benefits of sleep for athletes and high performers, how screens affect our sleep, and I'll talk about some tips for establishing a healthy sleep routine.

    065 Mental Toughness w/ Ironman Athlete & Boston Marathon Runner Kayla Floyd

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 59:09


    This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with badass Ironman athlete, marathon runner, mama and superhuman Kayla Floyd! Kayla is a former college runner who transitioned into triathlons and marathons after her college career. She has raced the legendary KONA full Ironman and is currently training for the legendary BOSTON marathon

    062 Self Care & Mental Health Tips for Entrepreneurs & High Performers

    Play Episode Play 15 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 55:35


    How's your self care routine??  Entrepreneurs tend to have a ton on their plate, have a fear of not getting enough 'done' during the day and have high levels of stress and anxiety. Ignoring self care in favor of 'getting more done' BACKFIRES big time later on I promise. Not making time to take care of yourself throughout the day can lead to terrible sleep, short/defensive responses in our relationships, and a high level of anxiety.

    061 Guided Meditation for Boosting Confidence ✨

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 18:27


    Are you an athlete or high performing person who struggles with confidence?

    060 7 THINGS THAT MAKE YOUR ANXIETY WORSE

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 24:00


    Ever been curious about the things you do in your day that are actually MAKING YOUR ANXIETY WORSE? Then stay tuned because this episode is for you! In this episode  I discuss the 7 things that are making your anxiety WORSE!Make sure to JOIN my newsletter to get all the podcast episodes to your inbox! AND  if you are an overachiever with anxiety...>>>

    059 Fueling for Performance: Athlete Nutrition w/ Dietician Alex Larson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 41:33


    As athletes and overachievers, fueling your body to keep up with your goals is EVERYTHING. When our nutrition game is whack, we start to see the fallout in all areas of our lives (relationships, sleep, energy levels, mood, mental performance)

    058 Mindful Meditation for Overachievers and Athletes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 16:28


    How much mindfulness do you incorporate into your daily routine? Do you walk? Meditate? Journal? Some of us are more mindful throughout the day, with built in mindful habits that are ingrained in our daily routines, and some of us need a little bit more mindfulness encouragement. It's easy to get lost in the chaos and to-do list of our days and use our time doing something mindless vs mindful to 'relax'.If you are someone who has anxiety and holds onto more stress than you want to, make sure to check out this week's podcast which is a guided mindful meditation to unwind

    057 Acupuncture Benefits for Overachievers w/ Dr. Ashley Heintz

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 47:28


     On the podcast this week I was so lucky to be joined by Dr. Ashley Heintz, who is my acupuncturist here in Tampa, Florida. Ashley is a licensed acupuncturist who practices at Kodawari studios here in Tampa, FL. She works with many overachievers and athletes and sees many women for fertility issues. Ashley is a buti yoga enthusiast, plant medicine advocate and a badass wellness professional who is passionate about helping her clients with acupuncture.If you've ever been curious about how acupuncture can help you reduce stress, inflammation, pain or help with fertility, then this episode is for you! In this episode Ashley discusses:Her own personal journey into acupuncture and her mindfulness routine

    056 Tips for Athletes & Overachievers to Heal Trauma

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 37:28


    055 Mindfulness, Wellness Hacks and Chiropractic Care w/ Dr. Connor Oliveri

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 49:23


    Ever been curious about how seeing a chiropractor can help your mental and physical performance? Stay tuned for this episode as I sit down with Dr. O and talk all things wellness and how seeing a chiro can positively impact your overall performance.In this episode we discuss:Common misconceptions about chiropractic care ✅Dr. O's mindfulness routine ✅How important mental training is for injury recovery ✅Red light therapy and PRP benefits✅ How hyperbaric chamber can help TBI's, depression and anxiety ✅How pushing your limits impacts mental growth✅If you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful podcast make sure that you SUBSCRIBE ✔️SHARE with a friend✔️LEAVE A REVIEW! ✔️ Are you an athlete or overachiever who wants to ditch your anxiety and level up your mental and physical performance?

    054 Panic Attacks: 4 Techniques to Manage and Prevent Panic Attacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 18:52


    This episode is all about panic attacks. If you're an athlete or overachiever, stress and anxiety are par for the course, and sometimes panic attacks happen. If you are an athlete or overachiever who has ever experienced extreme anxiety and panic attacks and want tips from a licensed therapist on how to manage panic attacks, then this episode is for you! Panic attacks happen and they can leave you feeling out of control, defeated and as if you're world is crashing in on you. Stay tuned for tips you can use to manage panic attacks and decrease the intensity and frequency of panic attacks.In this episode I discuss:✔️ What panic attacks actually are✔️Symptoms of panic attacks✔️4 techniques to get you on the other side of your panic attack✔️How to prevent panic attacks✔️How you can help someone who has panic attacksIf you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful podcast make sure that you SUBSCRIBE ✔️SHARE with a friend✔️LEAVE A REVIEW! ✔️ Are you an athlete or overachiever who wants to ditch your anxiety and level up your mental and physical performance?

    053 7 Different Ways to MEDITATE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 25:17


    There is no one way or RIGHT way to meditate. Stay tuned to figure out which meditation style is best for you!In this episode I discuss:✅Benefits of meditation for overachievers✅How meditation improves your relationships & makes you a better human✅How to mindfully meditate✅What a focused meditation looks like✅How to do a movement meditation✅Benefits of a Visualization meditation✅Benefits of Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)✅How to do a loving kindness meditation✅Benefits of a Mantra meditationIf you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful podcast make sure that you SUBSCRIBE ✔️SHARE with a friend✔️LEAVE A REVIEW! ✔️ Are you an athlete or overachiever who wants to ditch your anxiety and level up your mental and physical performance?

    052 5 TIPS TO MAKE YOUR GOALS STICK

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 27:17


    With each year comes an evaluation of how the last year went. What went well, what didn't go well, things we want to change...This week's podcast gives you 5 TIPS TO MAKE YOUR GOALS STICKSetting 900 resolutions was so last year. This year pick ONE goal that is meaningful to you and helps you to bridge the gap from where you are to where you want to be.In this episode I discuss:Goal setting mistakes to avoid ✋

    051 Mental Fortitude & Mindfulness in the Military: w/ USAF Special Operations TSGT Austin Bicskei

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 69:53


    If you have ever been curious about what members of the USAF Special Operations community go through to be TOP performers under pressure, then this episode is for you!This week I sit down with my badass husband, TSGT Austin Bicskei to talk all things mental performance within the special operations community. Austin is a Tsgt in the USAF and works within the SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape) community. His job is to train pilots and air crew how to survive and evade being captured in survival situations. He was recently named NCO (non-commissioned officer) of the year for his unit and is 1 of only 550 people within the SERE career field. In this episode we discuss:The role of mental fortitude under EXTREME pressure & what that actually looks likeHow to use MINDFULNESS to harness your stressSkills needed to overcome mental, physical and emotional barriersHow to push past pain and exhaustion when pushed to your limitBenefits of building resiliency If you are enjoying the podcast make sure that you SHARE with a friend✔️SUBSCRIBE ✔️REVIEW! ✔️Are you an athlete or overachiever who wants to ditch your anxiety and level up your mental and physical performance?

    050 Meditation to Release Holiday Stress

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 15:56


    The holidays can be a lot of fun, BUT for overachievers and athletes the holidays can be very stressful! Overcommitting, family time, consuming alcohol/sugar, having unrealistic expectations of ourselves and others, disruption to routine…lots of opportunities for stress to creep in!Join me this week for EPISODE 50: Meditation for Holiday Stress. Don't be like crazy eyed Clark trying to force holiday cheer

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