Description

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In this episode of the Athletes Edge Coaches Edition podcast, host Tony Everett interviews Qiana Martin, founder of Eat Soccer. They discuss the unique products and services offered by Eat Soccer, the importance of mindset mastery in sports, and the role of parents in youth athletics. Qiana shares her personal journey with soccer, the impact of injuries, and the significance of self-talk and pre-game rituals for athletes. The conversation emphasizes the need for young athletes to celebrate their achievements and develop a healthy relationship with competition.

takeaways

• Eat Soccer was inspired by personal experiences in soccer.
• Unique products celebrate various skills beyond scoring goals.
• Mindset mastery is crucial for athletes' performance.
• Pre-game rituals help athletes prepare mentally.
• Journaling can improve self-talk and performance.
• Parents should celebrate their child's unique contributions.
• Encouraging young athletes to stand out is essential.
• Self-talk plays a significant role in performance.
• Athletes need to focus on what they can control.
• Finding inspiration can come from various experiences.

Sound Bites

• "You are what you think."
• "Dancing gets me in the mood."
• "Self-talk is critical."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Eat Soccer and Its Mission

02:50
The Importance of Mindset in Sports

05:27
Global Citizenship Through Soccer

08:15
Navigating Injuries and Recovery

10:58
The Role of Self-Talk in Performance

13:40
Encouraging Young Athletes and Parents' Influence

16:31
Coaching Strategies for Individual Growth

19:16
Resources for Athletes and Coaches

22:10
Conclusion and Future Connections

Thank you for tuning in. We are here to provide you and your athlete with content to grow and develop. Join us next week for another episode of the Athletes Edge, coaches edition podcast.

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