Mental Edge Training Coach with Chad Hermansen

Rory Sanders The Inspiring Journey of a 45-Year-Old Lacrosse Player

This engaging interview features Rory Sanders, a 45-year-old returning student and real estate professional, who surprisingly joined a lacrosse club team with his sons at the University Of North Texas. The video discusses Rory's unexpected experiences, the balancing act between his work, studies, and sports, the impact of his actions on his relationship with his sons, and the media attention he received. Concluding on a hopeful note, the conversation aims to inspire others with unfulfilled dreams and offers valuable resources through an invitation to the parent page.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:17 The Unusual Journey of a 45-Year-Old Lacrosse Player
01:06 The Decision to Go Back to School
03:22 The Unexpected Path to Becoming a Lacrosse Player
04:20 The Challenges and Triumphs of Joining a College Lacrosse Team
08:12 The Unique Experience of Playing Lacrosse with His Sons
22:01 Balancing Work, School, and Lacrosse
28:38 The Impact of Criticism and the Power of Perseverance
32:39 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in a New Role
33:24 Building Strong Relationships with Children
34:16 Balancing Parenting and Personal Goals
34:37 Navigating the Challenges of Being a Parent and Teammate
35:01 The Journey of a Parent-Player
36:41 Dealing with Public Perception and Criticism
37:48 The Unexpected Path to Becoming a Player
39:06 Embracing the Physical Challenges of the Game
39:17 The Impact of Unexpected Media Attention
40:59 Balancing School, Work, and Lacrosse
41:08 The Future of Lacrosse and Education
44:15 Reflecting on the Trade-offs and Rewards of Club Sports
53:56 The Role of Technology in Modern Education
01:03:22 Inspiring Others Through Personal Journey

To work with Chad 1-1 visit www.chadhermansencoaching.com

Mental Edge Parents Live Call Week 2

Unveiling Parental Techniques and Challenges in Sports

Today's episode, Mental Edge Parents Live call, revolves around different approaches parents take to support their athletes, some of the common pitfalls that come along with this, and the key learnings derived from these experiences. Parental tensions and expectations, ego, maintaining relationships, and managing emotions, particularly in high-stress situations, are explored extensively. Contributions also extend to discussing the impacts of parents' reactions on their children’s performance and overall participation in the sport. The conversation concludes with an emphasis on cultivating a resilient attitude in children by allowing them space to fail and learn.

Join the Facebook Group Mental Edge Parents today and get on the live bi-weekly call with Coach Chad Hermansen. 

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
00:10 The Importance of Parental Involvement in Athlete's Training
01:02 Introducing the Mental Edge Parents Facebook Group
01:50 Sharing Personal Experiences as a Parent and Coach
03:09 The Impact of Coaching Style on Athletes
04:16 The Role of Emotion Regulation in Coaching
04:57 The Influence of Parents' Behavior on Athletes
05:58 The Importance of Encouragement and Constructive Feedback
08:13 The Impact of Ego on Parenting and Coaching
10:48 The Importance of Building Resilience in Athletes
12:36 The Negative Impact of Overbearing Parenting on Athletes
15:03 The Importance of Positive Influence and Encouragement in Coaching
19:43 The Role of Emotional Control in Coaching
22:45 The Importance of Positive Influence and Encouragement in Coaching
31:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Want your athletes to be coached by Chad 1-1? Fill out the form at www.chadhermansencoaching.com and Chad will contact you personally to set up a call to learn more about your athlete to see if your athlete is a good fit. 

Coach Connections: How to Approach to Your Coach About Playing Time

How to Approach Your Coach About Playing Time

Mental Edge Training Coach Chad Hermansen discusses strategies for athletes to approach their coach about increased playing time. Offering insights based on his experience as a coach and a player. He encourages athletes to self-assess their skills and effort level before initiating a conversation with their coach. Coach Chad outlines important evaluation tools like hitting, power, fielding, throwing, and running. He also reminds athletes to evaluate their work ethic. He suggests that athletes give themselves two weeks of high energy and improved focus, stepping into the identity of the player they aspire to be, before approaching their coach.

00:00 Introduction to the Topic
00:18 Understanding the Struggle of Becoming a Starter
00:59 The Role of Parents in the Process
01:26 Self-Assessment: The First Step
01:42 Understanding the Five Factors
02:37 The Importance of Comparison
03:03 Understanding the Grading Scale
03:55 Assessing Your Skills: Hitting
06:51 Assessing Your Skills: Fielding
08:05 Assessing Your Skills: Throwing
09:45 Assessing Your Skills: Running
12:22 Understanding Your Competition
13:03 Dealing with Emotions and Self-Pity
13:31 Taking Action to Improve
13:48 When to Talk to Your Coach
14:56 Seeking Improvement: Asking for Help and Doing the Research
15:41 The Importance of Strength and Consistency in Training
16:19 Aligning Actions with Goals: Are You Doing Enough?
16:42 Personal Stories: Overcoming Challenges and Seeking Growth
19:29 Understanding the Role of Age and Experience in Team Selection
20:07 Approaching Your Coach: How to Ask for Feedback
22:26 The Power of Self-Assessment: Identifying Areas for Improvement
26:42 The Importance of Work Ethic and Attitude in Practice
28:29 Becoming the Player You Want to Be: A Two-Week Challenge
30:16 Closing Thoughts: Seeking Feedback and Embracing Growth

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Overcoming Scarcity Mindset and Mental Blocks in Sports

Overcoming Scarcity Mindset and Mental Blocks in Sports: Mental Edge Training for Athletes

Chad Hermansen, the host, focuses on the topic of mental blocks and scarcity mindset in athletes. He emphasizes that such feelings are normal and should be acknowledged first. He encourages players to question their beliefs about their self-worth and to focus on their strengths. Chad discusses how negative self-dialogue can impact performance and suggests reframing these dialogues. He believes every athlete can overcome their mental blocks and scarcity mindset through continuous self-improvement, embracing failures, and celebrating small wins. He also underscores the importance of gratitude and healthy team dynamics. In the end, he invites listeners to reach out for personalized coaching to aid in their journey towards a robust mental edge in sports.

00:00 Introduction to Mental Blocks in Athletes
00:04 Understanding the Scarcity Mindset
00:24 The Impact of Mental Blocks on Performance
01:21 Awareness: The First Step to Overcoming Mental Blocks
01:53 The Role of Self-Doubt in Athletic Performance
06:02 Shifting Focus: From Scarcity Mindset to Growth Mindset
06:20 The Power of Intentional Thoughts
07:56 The Importance of Embracing Failure
15:18 Celebrating Small Wins and Expressing Gratitude
17:33 Conclusion: Overcoming Mental Blocks and Scarcity Mindset

Want to work with Chad 1-1 on your mental game?  Visit www.chadhermansencoaching.com

Empty Calories of Success-2024 Goals

Unleashing Your Inner Greatness: Goals, Challenges, and Growth for 2024

In this podcast episode, host Chad Hermansen guides you on a journey of self-improvement and fulfillment in 2024. Chad discusses the importance of intrinsic and extrinsic motivations, reflecting on hurdles from the past year, and setting goals for the year ahead. He talks about personal development in four specific areas - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. During this discussion, he encourages listeners to question their current behaviors and mindsets to better align with their passions and purposes. He finishes this episode aiming to broaden perspectives on challenges and adversity by suggesting these trials provide opportunities for growth and self-development.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:33 Reflecting on the Holiday Season
01:12 Yearly Reflection and Personal Development
02:47 Understanding Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation
03:16 Exploring Extrinsic Motivation
05:54 Exploring Intrinsic Motivation
06:48 Setting Goals for the New Year
09:16 Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Development
13:52 Understanding and Managing Emotions
16:06 Spiritual Alignment and Growth
17:32 Setting and Achieving Goals
21:57 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

Want to work with Chad? Visit www.chadhermansencoaching.com

 

Confidence vs. Arrogance

In this episode, mindset coach Chad Hermansen discusses critical topic of confidence versus arrogance. He aims to help listeners understand where confidence ends and arrogance begins, teaching them how to strike a healthy balance between the two. Drawing from his personal experiences in professional baseball and using relatable, everyday instances, Chad explores the nuances and impacts of both confidence and arrogance within sports and everyday life. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, humility, secure self-knowledge, and responsibility in cultivating genuine confidence, while warning against the destructive attitudes of arrogance.

00:03 Introduction to Confidence vs Arrogance
00:47 Understanding Confidence
01:52 Exploring Arrogance
03:18 Recognizing Arrogance in Ourselves
07:51 Confidence vs Arrogance in Athletes
09:59 Personal Experiences with Arrogance
12:31 Building Confidence
14:34 The Role of Humility
16:44 The Confidence Gap
18:12 Avoiding Arrogance
19:59 Conclusion: Being True to Yourself

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Athlete’s Specializing in Sports to Early?

Athlete's Specializing In Sports Early

 

In this episode, Chad Hermansen, a mindset performance coach and former major league baseball player, discusses the challenges and risks of athletes specializing in sports at an early age He shares personal insights and highlights the importance of rest, recovery, and playing multiple sports. 

 

Want to have your athletes work with Chad on their mental and emotional game?  

 

Visit www.chadhermansencoaching.com fill out the form, and he will contact you directly to see if it's a good fit. 

 

 

Handling Pre-Game Anxiety

Overcoming Pre-Game Anxiety: Breathing Techniques and Coping Strategies for Athletes

In this episode, host Chad Hermansen, a certified life and performance coach and former major league baseball player, discusses the issue of pre-game anxiety in athletes and provides practical tactics to cope with it. He touches on the reasons why this anxiety occurs, how parents can recognize signs of this anxiety in their young athletes, and techniques to manage this effectively. He details the 4-7-8 breathing technique as one such strategy that athletes can incorporate into their regular routines. Chad also shares plans for upcoming solo podcasts and a possible collaboration with former major league pitcher Donnie Roach.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:34 Podcast Revamp and Future Plans
01:29 Personal Growth and Coaching Experiences
02:27 The Role of Parents in Athlete's Success
03:09 Life Coach School and Its Impact
04:16 Understanding Athlete's Anxiety
07:30 Causes of Pre-Game Anxiety
12:37 Recognizing Pre-Game Anxiety in Athletes
14:36 Recognizing Signs of Anxiety in Athletes
15:21 Understanding the Impact of Anxiety on Performance
15:53 The Role of Negative Self-Talk in Anxiety
16:09 Physical Symptoms of Anxiety in Athletes
16:32 Changes in Eating Habits and Social Interactions
16:57 Inconsistent Performance and Seeking Reassurance
18:13 Understanding and Addressing Anxiety
18:23 Coping Strategies for Anxiety
20:24 The Power of Breathing Techniques
21:16 Implementing the 4, 7, 8 Breathing Technique
23:47 The Importance of Regular Breathing Practice
26:48 Additional Techniques for Managing Anxiety
27:36 Conclusion and Further Resources

To work with Chad, visit www.chadhermansencoaching.com

Carl Iwasaki former U of Northern Colorado Head Baseball Coach

Chad Hermansen interviews Carl Iwasaki the former Head Coach of the U of Northern Colorado Baseball team. 

Carl shares:

His playing career, his role into a GM in the Hawaiian Winter League that lead him into his coaching career at all different levels in the game, and his approach to the mental game and how that has helped not only himself but his players. 

Does your athlete need some help with their mental game?  

Chad is a certified Life Coach and works with athletes 10+ into the professional ranks.  If interested in working with him and finding out more information go to www.chadhermansencoaching.com and fill out the application and share with him what your athlete needs work on.  From there, Chad will personally text you to set up a call to learn more about your athlete and see if he is a good fit for the Mental Edge Program. 

 

 

Noah Hall Former Minor League Baseball Player

Chad Hermansen interviews Noah Hall a former teammates in AAA Syracuse in the Blue Jays system.  Noah is the epitome of a Minor League grinder doing what he can to fulfill his dream.  He played for 16 years professionally and coaches players in Charlotte, North Carolina. 

Noah Shares:

His story of getting drafted and minor league life

The joys of working with athletes in baseball and softball

How hitting approaches can change over time with more experience and knowledge

Things he was told from coaches on what to work on but didn't work for him and what did

To follow Noah go to www.noahhallbaseball.com for hitting tips and advice

 

Do you or you athlete need some help on their mental game?  

Chad is a certified Life Coach and MPM coach and created the Mental Edge Coaching Program.  He works with athletes from ages 10+ on their mental and emotional game.  HE teaches athletes tools they can use and how they can become the best player they can through the Mental Edge.  Coaching is done one-on-one over Zoom.  For more info and to apply go to www.chadhermansencoaching.com