Skating Success: the Podcast

Why did you start skating in the first place? No doubt, however it happened, I know it had something to do with your heart. I always say: 'skating is a 'feeling, not a thinking' When you skate to be soul-filled, you experience the feeling of skating every time. This is a very special episode & it's dedicated to you - live your dreams, become who you want to be, choose to Soulskate. In honour & memory of my friend and Colleague, Don Cowan. RIP ~ may your soul be skating on the other side...

Do you believe in yourself? In your potential? What is the story you're telling yourself.. about you? In this Episode, I share some powerful re-frames you can adopt in order to align your intention with your belief. Give yourself the gift of choosing what you want to believe in; even if it takes a little extra courage. You deserve it!

What if you could trust the creative process more? Trust that exactly what was meant to be created, does. In this Episode, I share my process for: Preparation meets Inspiration powered by Intention. A quick, powerful listen for you to access your intuitive and creative process to deliver any project plan.

Are you a super coach? You may just be one... When's the last time you spent a little moment daydreaming? Considering the best case scenario ~ or pondering what you really want to create? This episode is dedicated to the dreamers, those who see the future as way bigger than the past & definitely more exciting.

Ever feel guilty for taking a break? You are NOT alone! If you experience 'rest resistance', you may be on the over-working train. In order to do your best at skating, coaching, or parenting, deep rest really needs to be part of your plan. This was one of my hardest skills to develop which is why this entire episode is dedicated to helping you with what I've learned from the practice of facing my own resistance to rest and allowing it to fuel my success.

How to take your new moves and master them. It's so important to internalize your abilities and skills on your journey to skating success. They aren't happening 'to you' or 'outside of you'... you are creating your success. Sometimes, it may be hard to picture how something you're learning can become what you master - but that's the exact intention. Listen in on this powerful episode on how to accomplish just that.

In this very personal episode, I share the journey I took to cultivate more peace on purpose. It may seem counterintuitive for a skating podcast, but in all the years I've been skating, this has been the most powerful shift of all. The price of peace isn't easy, but the experience of it is completely worth it - no matter where you're at on your journey of skating (& life) success.

What's the 1 thing you can't skate without? Ankle Bend. Period. It's the most obvious part of teaching and yet it's so easy to overlook... However, when harnessed, using 'bend as your friend' with consistent ankle bend prior to each push can absolutely transform your skating!

Are you really ready to skate? So many times, I've arrived at the rink to teach & the skater isn't ready to go... It's not that they intend it - but it does get in the way of their results and creates unnecessary frustration! Get into this Episode for 5 specific ways to bring your readiness to the next level & be truly Set 2 Skate!

What does focus have to do with your Skating Success? The answer is: everything! The ability to focus is so important and imperative to your progress. Plus, it's a skill you can work on and develop! Listen in for tips on how 2 Focus... (twice ;)

It's easy to think that breaks aren't necessary... or that we're being lazy by resting. In this episode, I'm not only advocating for taking a break, I'll walk you through why it's beyond important! Look at this as part of your Skating Success training and how you will actually get ahead by slowing yourself down. A must-listen for anyone on the edge of burnout!

You have dreams. They actually matter! In this episode, we're going to use the World Championships to get inspired & then to take action. Listen in for the 3 step process we'll do together (including the celebration

It is time for you to decide what you want and really go for it?  This is the season, as we head into Spring, that I often think about how to revamp my output and be reminded of my ultimate goals.  In this episode, we'll talk about effort, focus, and living from your results without personalizing your failures.  If you need a 'pick-me-up' or just a friend to encourage you on your path to skating success, this is the episode for you!

This is one of the most POWERFUL skills I can teach you: to be proud of yourself! Consider it an invitation; an open door. A place to lean into when you're looking for validation, scores, or even success. ever It all starts HERE. With you, me dear! 

Ever run into challenges that seem insurmountable? Me too…. If I've learned ANYTHING from choreography, it's that creativity is the secret weapon to dealing with the unknown. It's like having a magic potion that you can take as a back up any time you need to!  Start with curiosity then move with creativity.  Creative solutions are the things that move everything forward.  You'll see when you start to implement this strategy: what could be possible if you open yourself up to a new way of doing something?

I'm giving away the secret sauce here!  Implement even 1 of these 5 specific details and improve your score dramatically. You'll also enjoy your training more and definitely have more FUN on the ice. When you improve your choreography, transitions, & finishing details with music, you benefit on so many levels.  Let's DO this! 

It may not seem like it, but working on your capacity to feel love might be one of the biggest game changers you can make towards your personal experience of skating success.  This episode is dedicated to the 'Love Lessons' that I've cultivated over the years and how they impact both my skating & personal life. You have so much power over your ability to feel love, especially when you practice it. I have a feeling that you'll come back to these ideas again & again, whenever you need an emotional 'pick me up'! With Love - Jadene

It takes courage to go after what you want! In this episode, we dive into 3 specific questions to ask yourself as you embark on your own hero journey. 1. What can I let go of to lighten my load? 2. Who do I need to become in order to achieve my goal? 3. Which new beliefs must I adopt in order to create my future? To be courageous, and follow your heart, is not easy... and yet, it might be the most satisfying thing in life. To take on the challenge of growth in the direction of your dreams.

None of us win alone... But relationships aren't talked about that much in our 'individualistic sport'. Listen in for a renewal - not only on your relationships with others - but the one you have both with yourself and with the world at large. This is an ambitious topic to tackle and I believe it's a game changer on your personal journey of skating success!

Find your Flow.... what does that mean and how does it help you skate better? When you find YOUR way of doing something and allow surrender, you actually discover flow. This is a concept that works both physically and philosophically for you to create personal skating success. In this episode, you'll be guided to revisit the way you approach things on the ice and how to connect with the parts of you that make you the unique artist that you are!

Figure Skating really is dancing on ice. This week, with the European Championships on as well as the Canadian National Championships, I'm reminded why I loved to skate as a form of dancing. If you want to get more into your choreography, enhance your enjoyment on the ice, and ultimately create amazing results in your performances, explore your dance-ability!  I have specific tips in this episode to help you do just that. Be willing to express yourself with intention by learning about the art of movement. It's an incredible feeling to be able to fully express your art through movement and the opportunity through our sport is right here. Mantra of the Moment: It's Figure Skating: Let's Dance! 

Struggling with your Next Steps?  We all get stuck.... we all come back from that competition or event - from that emotional high to come back into the lull of the 'next steps'.  But how do we actually move forward when the frustration hits?  Acknowledge, Decide, Clarify, take Action! This episode is exactly what you need (and what I needed) to get up and keep going towards your goals when the hype wears off. It's something I'll personally be coming back to and I'm sure you will be too! 

It's time we took our goals and gave ourselves ample time and focus to accomplish them. Join me for the year long marathon to create what's NEXT with your Skating Success! I cover 4 point by point questions to get you dialled in for the year ahead.  Apply these questions to anything you're looking to achieve and let's DO this together.

Stillness is the Pillar of Excellence I have honestly found the hardest to cultivate.  And yet? It has truly been the most transformative for me.  In this episode, I share 5 specific ideas around pausing and creating ‘The Rest' that you can implement right now.  A great listen for anyone who feels on the edge of burnout, or that they can't seem to enjoy the success they've created.  Sometimes, we just need the permission to slow down and listen to ourselves. What we really need to thrive is often a break and a little rest before we continue. 

One of the most powerful things you can do to affect the outcome of your skating results is to apply stamina to your strategies.  Without stamina (both mental and physical) you won't access your true potential, and even worse, you won't enjoy the process. In this episode, I go into tactical examples of how to truly use your personal stamina as a choice towards creating the results that matter to you. Listen in and let me know how YOU decided to up your game and apply your skating strategy!  Email: ⁠skatingsuccess@gmail.com⁠ Instagram: @skatingsuccess

Simple ideas are sometimes the best. Ask yourself: am I stretching or am I squishing?  When we give ourselves the opportunity to grow, learn, and become the next version of ourselves, we're choosing to stretch. In contrast, there are times when we ‘squish' ourselves and hold ourselves back…  In this Episode, I discuss how the daily habit of choosing to stretch goes beyond flexibility and becomes a lifestyle that completely contributes to your skating success! 

When you find your stability, you access your ability. It's a simple statement but you truly know yourself when you find your own inner power. That comes from knowing what makes sense to you, how you like to train, and who you want to be as an athlete. In this episode, I bust some skating myths, help you remember why you skate, and advocate for MORE fun!! Listen in for a full-on episode of intentional moments where you can find yourself & honour your own Inner Power.

Decide what you want your results to be; then put in the quality reps. Your success isn't going to happen by accident.  The way you show up and build your mental strength through your habits is absolutely key.  This Episode is the 1st in a 5 part series to help you build your intentional mental pillars for personal skating success.   It doesn't matter if you're a beginner or on your way to a national championship, when you turn ‘pro' with your mindset, you get better results and have way more fun with you process.  

Being a parent isn't easy - then add skating to the mix! In this Episode, I share some specific pointers (learned over years of working with both skaters & their parents) that can help you lead your athlete. Mindful parenting is something that can drastically improve both the experience of your skater as well as yourself! Dive into these 4 parent pointers to access more understanding & calm in your role as the parent of an athlete.

Sometimes, despite our best intentions & plans, things just don't work out. It's not for lack of trying or even showing up. It's not because we're doing it 'wrong'... It's because we're human. Things changes, plans shift, and we are often faced with our own errors. In this raw episode, I share both my feelings about when things don't work out as well as my 1 tool of self compassion to soothe the process.

If you're not willing to train your mindset, you're willing to lose.  It's a harsh statement, but it's true.  If there's 1 thing I can tell you after the countless hours I've spent training athletes, and being one myself, it's this: mindset is everything.  Yes, your skillset counts; but it's your mindset that will truly make you a champion.  In this episode, we look at the 5 Pillars of Excellence from a mental state point of view. Strength, Stability, Stretch, Stamina, & Stillness make up the Skating Success™ 5 Pillar Framework. Incorporating this framework into your plans will change your game on all the levels: guaranteed!

Ahhh!  This is one of those conversations that can either enlighten you or, frankly, make you mad. Listen with an open mind - if you're ready. Expectations can really mess us up... They are dream stealers; truly, they are. When we expect things to be a certain way, based on the past, we often overlook what's right in front of us.  So, if we must - let's expect the best! 

What are you willing to invest... in order to get what you want? In today's episode, I talk about the value of investing in your own skating success. Yes, it's about money - and it's also about way more! Time, value, intention, effort, consistency... What do you actually want to reap as your reward? What kind of ROI (Return On Investment) do you want to see from your involvement in this sport? (Whether you're a Coach, Skater, or Parent!) It's worth asking yourself and it's worth evaluating for yourself. Listen in for some real talk about how to win on your own terms and take your skating success into your own hands.

Where do we start? Steffany Hanlen is the embodiment of legacy through skating. A skater herself, turned coach, then NHL skating coach & now Olympic Performance Coach. Steffany has created her own brand of success and creative business in the world of ice sports. In addition to all her experiences and insights, she's also the co-owner of Skating Success™ as well as my dear friend. I know you'll find this episode truly inspiring and maybe even entertaining along the way. If you're interested in MORE Steffany, she has her own Podcast Series on The Everyday Millionaire Podcast called: Mindset Matters. Listen HERE for those episodes & insights. So grateful for Steffany's continued trailblazing and support! Enjoy the show.

How you learn really matters! Take inventory of your learning style: are you auditory? visual? or kinaesthetic? When you harness your learning & get serious about your retention, you create exponential learning results. This is key to your skating success! This episode really is a game-changer! Get ready to take notes & create an action plan from the tips inside. Let me know what resonates most with you as well. DM @skatingsuccess on instagram

Do you have a huge dream? A massive vision? Something you want to create but aren't sure how? This inspiring interview episode is for you! While driving, Carolyn Taylor (comedian, sketch writers, & performance artist) heard the song: I Have Nothing, by Whitney Houston. As it blasted on her car radio, all she could envision was an Olympic level Pairs Figure Skating routine! She was so enthralled, she wove the idea into her stage performances and then had to go bigger.... She just had to create it! Can you relate? Listen in for some behind the scenes thoughts on her journey from comedy + TV to working some of the TOP figure skating legends in our sport to create her 6 Episode Show on CRAVE. Such a FUN interview - enjoy! Check out Carolyn's Instagram & the Show! @carolyntaylorofficial - https://www.instagram.com/carolyntaylorofficial/ crave tv - I Have Nothing - https://www.crave.ca/en/tv-shows/i-have-nothing

How are you? What's really going on for you these days? As I contemplate my relationship to owning what's really 'up' for me, I realized that I've lately had a huge breakthrough in this department. When my plans for this week's Podcast Episode went awry, I decided it was time to share. No: things aren't 'good' all the time. Yes: there are struggles along the way. Admitting that is not small feat... but it's a necessary development in my evolution; and more than likely, in yours!

Redefine what it means to be a coach on your own terms!  How do you want to show up?  What's important to you? Which impact do you want to make? Coach - you're NOT alone. You are supported and cherished more than you know.  Consider this out sit down meeting to help you re-align with why you do what you do & set yourself up for success on YOUR terms. 

It might seem crazy, but great skating really is an equation. Using the space with the blades as tools to create beauty and performance boils down to one's ability to harness edges on circles with prestige.  Curiously, skating and math are so interrelated that they're inseparable.  Don't believe me? Listen in for some concrete examples of ‘skating as math' and how to start using it to your advantage.

Before your start goal setting this next season, sit with me. Let's talk about the 3 questions you can ask yourself as a Coach, Skater, or Parent to get yourself set up to ‘Create Your Future'. This will really help you get to the core of more. With 3 simple questions, you'll access your focus point. The things that truly matter to you will be revealed.   It's time to give yourself a moment and check in before you jump into the season of ‘next'. Join me! 

Take the opportunity that's in front of you right now and run it through these filters: How can I be open to what is? Remember that the links will be made in retrospect  Am I being open or closed? Trust the bigger picture connections  If you've ever struggled to say ‘yes' to the opportunity in front of you or just want a refresher on how it could look, this episode is for you!

Do you experience ‘skating overwhelm'?  Like there are so many things to focus on that you're not sure what to prioritize?  This episode is definitely for you!  Here are 5 specific skating secrets that I've learned about over my decades involved in the sport.  Think of them as keys to unlock your next level of awareness on the ice and the most intentional way to create exponential results! 

It takes courage to be a figure skater! What our sport has to offer in terms of personal development is actually astounding. Build your courage through performance... Increase your courage with your colleagues... Most importantly, learn to trust yourself and build your courage within. This episode is dedicate to this incredible word and the ways in which we can both apply it and gain more of it!

It's one of the most common practices that rarely gets discussed: how do you go about hiring a coach? In this episode, I pull together my experience from all sides of this topic to give you some guideposts for that exact process. There are many parts to this conversation, so let's just keep it simple and get to what matters.

5 really cool questions to ask if you want to improve the conversations going on in your life. We start with you and the power of your own thoughts; then, ask specific questions to help you improve your communication with others. I wish I had asked these questions of myself when I was skating, training, & competing. I think they would have made a world of difference. Now, they are my gift to you!

Are you 'extra'? (I mean... in a Good Way!) Here are 10 ways you can intentionally show up to any skating situation and bring a little extra. Your attitude at the rink really counts; and with a few little ideas, you can make a big difference. As you listen, think about which one of these can help you reframe your 'extra' skating success!

Are you ready to get your goals? Hint: you'll need to grow in order to become the person you need to be for your 'what's next'. Take a listen an get yourself ready for your next adventure with this specific episode. Own your process and get the growth you're craving!

Do you believe in your ability to do the things that stretch you? Then this episode is for you. Jump in and feel the process. Open up, face the fear, fall to win, & own the luck. (You'll get it when you listen!)

This episode is a rant... I believe that artistic development and expression is important at every level of Figure Skating! (yes, I do) It's a quintessential feature of our sport and needs to be implemented throughout the skating journey. With so many skaters and experiences that I have seen enhanced by this, I wanted to share some thoughts about why I think it matters and a few tips on how to make it happen.

It's possible - so much more that you think of yourself. When we're tested (although we don't usually want to be) is when our abilities are honed and we truly find out what we're made of! This Episode is dedicated to helping you stretch yourself and grow on purpose.

In life, there are moments that pivot us and change everything. These can be small shifts, concise decision, or even changes in our personal identity. This Episode highlights 3 specific shifts I've had that were 'Life Changing' for me along my journey. As you listen, be sure to ask yourself the following questions: 1. What what a life changing decision I made that changed the trajectory and set up my current life? 2. When did I decide on my current identity and how? 3. How do I choose to handle adversity and is there anything I want to shift about my current approach? If you really take this in, you'll get a lot out of this exercise.