Cultivating Excellence Podcast EP 27: Mindset Matters - How to Train the Mental Game
Dec 3, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Alex Berthé, a psychotherapist and sports psychology specialist, shares invaluable insights for young athletes. He highlights the crucial role of consistency and mindful reflection in sports performance. Alex emphasizes the importance of teaching resilience and how parents can foster a supportive environment. He introduces the Locker Ready app, designed to mentally prepare athletes for training and competition, while stressing the need for kids to embrace discomfort and learn from setbacks.
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Use SMART Goals With Measurable Plans
- Set SMART goals: be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time-bound.
- Track progress and review to build confidence through preparation.
Make Training A Numbers Game
- Turn training into a numbers game by adding focused extra reps outside team practice.
- Small daily investments compound into large skill gains over months.
Deliberate Practice Unlocks Skills
- Deliberate practice means breaking a skill into steps and isolating weak links.
- Repetition with focused tweaks quickly converts insight into reliable performance.