In this episode of The Get Mental Podcast, we're talking with Azariah Rusher, a college tennis player and mental fitness advocate. We discuss the importance of mental fitness in sports, the value of goal setting and visualization, and how discipline can lead to freedom. Azariah shares his personal journey, including overcoming pressure and anxiety, the significance of character in sports, and the role of gratitude in competition.

In addition, we also explore the flow state in performance, building confidence through authenticity, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation emphasizes that athlete identity should extend beyond sport, focusing on personal growth and service to others. Can't wait for you to give it a listen!

In this episode of The Get Mental Podcast, Hearts & Minds' Founder and CEO, Trevor Conner, speaks with Nicole Johnson, an assistant principal and youth football coach, about her journey into coaching and the importance of courage and confidence. Nicole shares her story of stepping into a male-dominated space, the challenges she faced, and the joy she found in coaching young athletes. The conversation emphasizes the significance of family support, overcoming fear, and encouraging others to take risks in their own lives.

In this episode of The Get Mental Podcast, we're talking with Aniya Young, a track and field athlete at the University of Purdue Fort Wayne, about her journey in sports, overcoming injuries, and the importance of mental fitness.

We discuss Aniya’s experiences with coaching, competition, and self-reflection practices like journaling, highlighting the value of maintaining a positive mindset and focusing on personal growth rather than comparison with others.

Aniya shares how she has bounced back from setbacks, the role her coach has played in her development, and the mental skills she relies on to compete with confidence. The conversation also touches on journaling, mindfulness, and breathing techniques that have strengthened her resilience on and off the track. You won’t want to miss this inspiring look into the mindset of a rising athlete!