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The Athlete CAFEBattling Burnout: Pt 2In this episode, The Athlete CAFE revisits the idea of Burnout. We discuss different warning signs, how to determine if you are balancing your schedule well, and different phases of burnout. We provide some helpful tips to manage burnout and make the most of your season!Check us out: https://sharpenskillstraining.com/mental-performance-coaching/Instagram: @sharpenskillstrainingFacebook: Sharpen Skills TrainingTwitter: @SkillsSharpenTikTok: @sharpenskillstraining
2025-05-2327 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Breakdown: 2025 March MadnessIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE members, Michael and Frances, break down various parts of the 2025 March Madness. They discuss different mental aspects of plays throughout the men and women's final game and give their perspectives on how to think through different scenarios. Check us out: https://sharpenskillstraining.com/mental-performance-coaching/Instagram: @sharpenskillstrainingFacebook: Sharpen Skills TrainingTwitter: @SkillsSharpenTikTok: @sharpenskillstraining
2025-05-0251 minThe Athlete CAFETransitioning Seasons/SportsIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE explores how athletes can manage a transition between different sport seasons. This is mainly focused around our 'Off-season' tips and what to look out for in between seasons. We discuss how to recovery properly even in short amounts of time between seasons. We talk about burnout and other forms of rest. Finally, we provide some tips for athletes to help transition mentally and physically between seasons.Check us out: https://sharpenskillstraining.com/mental-performance-coaching/Instagram: @sharpenskillstrainingFacebook: Sharpen Skills TrainingTwitter: @SkillsSharpenTikTok: @sharpenskillstraining
2025-04-1237 minThe Athlete CAFENegative Thoughts/Pressure for AthletesIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE explores how negative thoughts and pressure affect athletes performances. This is a popular concern for many athletes. We discuss how pressure can be both a positive and negative experience.We talk about self doubt and how it effects your mentality in performance. Finally, we provide some tips for athletes to help reframe negative thoughts and pressure.Check us out: https://sharpenskillstraining.com/mental-performance-coaching/Instagram: @sharpenskillstrainingFacebook: Sharpen Skills TrainingTwitter: @SkillsSharpenTikTok: @sharpenskillstraining
2025-03-2933 minThe Athlete CAFEConfidence Pt. 2 (Additional Tips)In this episode, the Athlete CAFE revisits a familiar topic: Confidence. This is one of the biggest topics talked about with athletes and we discuss ways for athletes to build their confidence in different ways. We discuss how confidence is something you can actually DO and how having an alter ego can help boost your confidence. Finally, we provide some tips for athletes who are looking to build their confidence.Check us out: https://sharpenskillstraining.com/mental-performance-coaching/Instagram: @sharpenskillstrainingFacebook: Sharpen Skills TrainingTwitter: @SkillsSharpenTikTok: @sharpenskillstraining
2025-03-1537 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Breakdown: SuperBowl 2025Welcome back to Mental Breakdown! In this episode we recap the 2025 SuperBowl, Philadelphia Eagles v. Kansas City Chiefs. We discuss background and how each team has played throughout the year leading into the SuperBowl. We picked out moments from both teams, good and not so great, and explored the mental side. Tune in to listen to our take on mental performance with this years 2025 SuperBowl moments. Check us out: https://sharpenskillstraining.com/mental-performance-coaching/Instagram: @sharpenskillstrainingFacebook: Sharpen Skills TrainingTwitter: @SkillsSharpenTikTok: @sharpenskillstraining
2025-02-2328 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Performance Coaching: Case ExamplesIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE takes some of their favorite moments with individual athletes and talk about how they have gone through our program. We discuss we've helped our athletes and what their stories and challenges were in their sports.Check us out: https://sharpenskillstraining.com/mental-performance-coaching/Instagram: @sharpenskillstrainingFacebook: Sharpen Skills TrainingTwitter: @SkillsSharpenTikTok: @sharpenskillstraining
2025-02-1234 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Toughness/Mental ResilienceIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE defines mental toughness and mental resilience. We discuss ways for athletes to build their mental toughness and routines that will help them overcome their challenges. We discuss how mental resilience is built. Finally, we provide some tips for athletes who are looking to build their mental toughness
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2025-01-2530 minThe Athlete CAFEManaging Your EmotionsIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE takes a deep dive into the steps for managing your emotions before, during and after competitions. We normalize that having and feeling emotions is natural and we discuss finding out what triggers emotions. We discuss how managing emotions has looked like for some of our personal clients. Finally, we provide some tips for athletes to incorporate in managing their emotions.
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2025-01-1328 minThe Athlete CAFEThe Athlete CAFE: 2024 Year In ReviewIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE members recap their new year. We talk about big achievements at our business and in our personal lives. We touch on a few themes we each want to focus on in 2025 and we begin a discussion on how and what it means to set intentional goals for the new year.
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2024-12-2931 minThe Athlete CAFEChatting with The Boss: Ryan Harrington, owner of Sharpen Skills TrainingIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE invites the owner of Sharpen Skills Training, Ryan Harrington. We discuss Ryan's background with sports and his journey as an athlete, father, coach and business owner. We discuss how his personal life ties into his professional ambitions. Finally, Ryan shares some great life tips and advice for listeners.
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2024-12-1827 minThe Athlete CAFEPenn State Special Guest: David LucasIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE invites former Penn State teammate and Track & Field alum, David Lucas. We discuss David's background with track and field and his journey throughout high school and college athletics. We discuss the transition into college from both the academic and athletic points of view and some of his career highlights. Finally, David shares some helpful tips and advice for listeners.
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2024-11-2955 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Breakdown: World Series 2024Welcome back to Mental Breakdown! In this episode we recap the World Series from the mental aspect. Yankees v Dodgers we discuss background and how each team has played throughout the year leading into the World Series. We picked out moments like Freddie Freeman's grand slam in Game 1 and Volpe's grand slam in Game 4 and controversial moments likes a fan grabbing ball out of Mookie Bett's glove. Tune in to listen to our take on mental performance with this years 2024 World Series moments.
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2024-11-1533 minThe Athlete CAFEStrength and Conditioning Meets Mental performance with Alexis PerneyIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE invites Alexis Perney to discuss the bridge between strength and conditioning and mental performance coaches. We discuss Alexis' background with Sharpen Skills Training and her volleyball specific training background. We discuss how strength and conditioning coaches can incorporate mental performance in all aspects of an athletes training. Finally, we provide some tips for athletes and coaches looking to bridge the gap with mental performance and training.
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2024-11-0640 minThe Athlete CAFEHow Important Are Your Routines?In this episode, the Athlete CAFE takes a deep dive into routines before, during and after competitions. We discuss the difference between physical and mental routines and how to adjust routines. We discuss how during games/competitions routines can look different depending on the sport. Finally, we provide some tips for athletes to incorporate post competition.
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2024-10-1842 minThe Athlete CAFEHow Parents Can Best Support their Athletes ft. Laura ColeIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE invites Laura Cole to discuss various aspects of being a parent in sports. Laura has a background in education and we talk about her various roles with our company, Sharpen Skills Training. We discuss how parents behaviors reflect on children and how to allow your athletes to experience their success and failures. Finally, we provide some tips for parents on how to best support your athletes.
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2024-10-0439 minThe Athlete CAFEDo you struggle with Mental Blocks?In this episode, the Athlete CAFE discusses various aspects of mental blocks. We discuss what a mental block is and how to determine if you are experiencing a mental fear or physical fear. We discuss how to identify fear, build awareness, and determine how to find the facts in the situation. Finally, we provide some tips on how to work through mental blocks.
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2024-09-2033 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Breakdown: Olympics Recap pt. 2In this episode, the Athlete Cafe highlights various moments from the Olympics and discusses the mental side of the events. We highlight tennis, surfing, rugby, golf, and weighlifting.
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2024-09-0636 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Breakdown: Olympics Recap pt. 1In this episode, the Athlete Cafe highlights various moments from the Olympics and discusses the mental side of the events. We highlight men's and women's track events, swimming, men's and women's gymnastics, and basketball.
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2024-08-2337 minThe Athlete CAFESocial Media and SportsIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE discusses various aspects of social media. We discuss how social media can be a recruiting tool/branding and determining what is the best platform for your sport. We discuss the idea of comparison and how it is important to think of the big picture, not just the highlights. We touch on social media ettiequte and best practices for having a presence on social media. Finally, we discuss the negative side of social media and how to balance some of the negative comments as well as how much time you may be spending on...
2024-08-0929 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Breakdown: The Championships, WimbledonIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE members, Michael and Braden, break down various parts of the 2024 Wimbledon final. They discuss different mental aspects of plays throughout the game and give their perspectives on how to think through different scenarios.
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2024-07-2629 minThe Athlete CAFESummer Training MotivationIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE discusses their personal experiences with summer training, the idea of intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation, ways to help find motivation and routine in the summer, and the idea of quality over quantity and balancing your summer.
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2024-07-1233 minThe Athlete CAFETransition out of sportsIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE discusses the idea of transitioning out of sports. We talk about our own experiences transitioning out of competitive sports and how it impacted us. We discuss how to change perspective on the last season and how to redefine what it means to be an athlete and having it be part of your identity. We discuss transitioning out of sport when it is not anticipated regarding injury. Finally, we discuss how to find new hobbies and how to start thinking of new phases of life.
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2024-06-2836 minThe Athlete CAFEAm I doing enough for my youth athlete?In this episode, The Athlete CAFE talks about the benefits of youth athletes playing sports (social connection and being active); why being involved in multiple sports through youth and adolescence is beneficial (injuries, burnout, working with different teams and teammates); and the pros and cons of sport specialization in youth.
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2024-06-1428 minThe Athlete CAFEMeet our new team member, Kyleen!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE welcomes a new Sharpen Skills Training mental performance coach, Kyleen Wilson. Kyleen comes to us from Canada! In this episode, we discuss how playing sports in Canada is different from American sports. Kyleen talks about her experience playing softball and hockey through college and the struggles of being a dual athlete and how she time managed. We have fun with some fun facts or random 'get to know you' questions as well!
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2024-05-3126 minThe Athlete CAFECollege Recruiting Tips with Alyson CampellIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE has a special guest, Alyson Campell. She is an independent educational consultant with Estrela Consulting out of Hudson, Ohio. She works with high school students and families across the US with all parts of the college discernment and application process. She is a former athlete and coach as well. Alyson sheds light on topics such as time management, how to navigate the college recruiting process, keeping an open mind as you explore your future, and tips to help you be as successful as possible. She brings great expertise, a wealth of knowledge, and ins...
2024-05-1743 minThe Athlete CAFESpecial Guest: Parkour expert, Gideon Goff!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE has a special guest, Gideon Goff! Fun fact, this is Abbie's husband! Gideon comes to us with his own coaching experience in gymnastics as well as experience in parkour. Today, Abbie and Gideon discuss finding your “thing” even if it is uncommon or against the grain, how to apply mental performance strategies to different situations, putting a name to your mental strengths so you can do them intentionally, and finding your “why”. If you have any questions, be sure to post them below!
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2024-05-0343 minThe Athlete CAFEBattling BurnoutIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE discusses the idea of Burnout. We discuss different warning signs, how to determine if you are balancing your schedule well, and different phases of burnout. We provide some helpful tips to manage burnout and make the most of your season!
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2024-04-1932 minThe Athlete CAFEWomen in SportsIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE discusses various topics around women in sports. We talk about women in the sporting world we look up to, some struggles female athletes face, and how to potentially manage certain mindsets.
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2024-04-0531 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Health vs Mental Performance: What's the Difference?In this episode, The Athlete CAFE defines the difference between mental health and mental performance. We discuss the difference between roles of performance coach and counselor (Credentials, schooling, background, etc). Finally, we discuss some different symptoms and where to find a professional. We hope to clear up any questions about the field of coaching and counseling!
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2024-03-2235 minThe Athlete CAFEMental Breakdown: Tackling Super Bowl Mental PerformanceIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE members, Michael and Braden, break down various parts of the 2024 Super Bowl. They discuss different mental aspects of plays throughout the game and give their perspectives on how to think through different scenarios.
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2024-03-0842 minThe Athlete CAFEQ&A for Athletes!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE answers some of the most common questions we receive from our athletes, coaches, and parents. Feel free to listen and see if you answer any questions that you may personally think about. Comment below if there are any additional questions you have that we did not answer.
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2024-02-2344 minThe Athlete CAFEInjury MentalityIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE discusses the topic of injuries. We talk about communication around injuries, the grief process when injured, and things you can do to continue to train while injured. Each member discusses some of their own experiences with injuries and how it affected their athletic careers.
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2024-02-0937 minThe Athlete CAFEPre-Game JittersIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE discusses and normalizes pre game jitters. We discuss hat pre-game jitters are and how to normalize those feelings to try and make them positive. We talk about the difference between pre-game jitters and anxiety and how to manage either of those feelings. Finally, we discuss how to find structure and routine to help manage those jitters.
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2024-01-2642 minThe Athlete CAFEDeep dive on Goal SettingIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE dives into some important aspects to think about when setting goals. We touch on the different types of goals, break down SMART goals, and give some examples and tips when beginning to set goals. Be creative and do not put pressure on yourself when setting goals!
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2024-01-1237 minThe Athlete CAFEHappy New Year from the Athlete CAFE!!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE members recap their new year. We talk about big achievements at our business and in our personal lives. We touch on a few themes we each want to focus on in 2024 and we begin a discussion on how and what it means to set intentional goals for the new year.
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2023-12-2940 minThe Athlete CAFEWho wants Stress Management Tips and Tricks?In this episode, The Athlete CAFE members discuss how to manage stress during finals week. We discuss how to understand all of your identities as a "student-athlete" and knowing what is most important to communicate during this time. We discuss time management during a stressful week. We provide some stress management techniques and self-care to apply that can be beneficial for anyone!
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2023-12-1529 minThe Athlete CAFECalling all coaches!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE provide some tips for coaches from a mental performance perspective. We touch on various aspects on communication, what it means to build good people not just good athletes, supporting through failure, how to model behavior, and so much more! We are sharing perspectives from our own coaching experiences as well as all the athletes we have worked with over time.
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2023-12-0135 minThe Athlete CAFEDo Expectations Hurt Your Performance?In this episode, The Athlete CAFE members discuss how setting strict expectations for yourself can potentially hurt your performance. We define what expectations are and how they differ from goals. We discuss how expectations can add pressure when you are telling yourself the "I should's", "I have to's" and "I must's". Finally, we give some great tips and tools to use to help you understand and manage your expectations and make adjustments if necessary!
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2023-11-2030 minThe Athlete CAFELet's evaluate your Self-Talk!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE members discuss different aspects regarding self-talk and how it impacts our daily life and sports experience. We define what self talk is and the different forms that exist for it. We discuss how self-talk can differ before, during, or after competition. Finally, we discuss how a performance evaluation can be beneficial in the self-awareness around your performance and self-talk. We give some great tips and tools to use to help you understand your self-talk and make adjustments if necessary!
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2023-11-0338 minThe Athlete CAFETo see or not to see? Mental Imagery and VisualizationIn this episode, the Athlete CAFE provides different perspectives on Visualization and Mental Imagery. We explain what important aspects should be included in your process, how different visualization can look for every person, and shed some perspective on how it could be helpful to integrate into your daily routine. Keep an open mind and be honest with yourself on what could help you be successful!
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2023-10-2039 minThe Athlete CAFEGooooooo Team!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE members discuss different aspects about the differences between individual and team sports. Each member on today's podcast shares a unique perspective based on their sports background. The members also dive into the dynamic differences between male and female sports. While this may seem self-explanatory, there is more to it than you think!
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2023-10-0633 minThe Athlete CAFEMeet our first guest, Tim Mack!The Athlete CAFE would like to give a warm welcome to our first guest, Tim Mack!
Tim Mack was an 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist in Pole Vault. He started vaulting at age 13 and didn’t retire until he was 37 yrs old. He went to Saint Ignatius High School and was not recruited out of high school but continued his passion at Malone College and University of Tennessee where he earned his bachelor's and master's degree. At age 31 he won an Olympic Gold with an Olympic Record 19’6 1/2” and 2 weeks later became one of only 20 vaulters in history to join the “6...
2023-09-221h 18The Athlete CAFELet's talk about the recruiting process!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE members discuss different aspects about deciding to play college sports and the recruiting process that followed. The mental performance coaches discuss what it was like when they actually got to college and how it felt throughout their careers. They also break down the differences in the DI, DII, and DIII college experiences athletically, socially, and academically. They give some great tips and tools to use to help you down the path to pick the best school for you!
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2023-09-0850 minThe Athlete CAFEWho's excited for college?!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE members share their stories on the biggest aspects surrounding the high school to college transition as athletes and students. We hope to educate listeners on understanding how to be okay with making changes on your path to figuring out life. Everyone touches on how they chose their colleges and what their thought processes were as they embarked on this new phase of life. We hope our honesty provides you with some great insight, life lessons, and takeaways after you listen!
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2023-08-2540 minThe Athlete CAFETennis Anyone? featuring Michael O'BrienIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE switches up the dynamic once again and introduces another one of our new Mental Performance Coaches, Michael O'Brien!
Michael provides an introduction to who he is and how he ended up in Ohio at Sharpen Skills Training. He discusses his own personal tennis and academic career. Michael provides insight and perspectives on mental performance topics related to tennis such as emotional control and composure, focus, and pre/post match routines and advice for current tennis players.
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2023-08-1147 minThe Athlete CAFETalking Baseball with Braden BovaIn this episode, The Athlete CAFE switches up the dynamic and introduces one of our new Mental Performance Coaches, Braden Bova!
Braden provides an introduction to who he is and how he ended up in Ohio at Sharpen Skills Training. He discusses his own personal baseball and academic career, insight and perspectives on mental performance topics related to baseball such as confidence, flushing mistakes, and advice for current baseball players.
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2023-07-2841 minThe Athlete CAFEParents, this one is for you!In this episode, The Athlete CAFE shifts gears this week to address parents. We touch on various communication styles and relationship aspects to help improve the dynamic with your athlete. We hope to shed some helpful tips on how to improve any situations to help enhance your athlete's sports experience.
We love our parents and just a reminder that you are doing a great job!
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2023-07-1433 minThe Athlete CAFEWho wants tools for Coping with Mistakes?In this episode, The Athlete CAFE continues talking about the idea of making mistakes. We recap our previous episode where different concepts about making mistakes are discussed. We then provide some of our favorite "tools" to help athletes cope with mistakes. Everyone wants the tangible tools and we are giving them to you today! Let us know which tools work the best for you!
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2023-06-3037 minThe Athlete CAFEHow do you cope with your mistakes?In this episode, The Athlete CAFE begins talking about the idea of making mistakes. Nobody likes making mistakes but it is important to do our best to understand them, accept them, and find the best way to move on from them. Your favorite mental performance coaches discuss the important role that mistakes have in sports and try to adjust the perspective on mistakes in sports. We discuss the idea of what composure is, what a composed athlete looks like in your mind, and how to find that composure for yourself. Finally, we help you understand how mistakes are impacted...
2023-06-1640 minThe Athlete CAFELet's talk about our Athlete Identity!The Athlete C.A.F.E. breaks down the importance of understanding the different roles in our lives that make us who we are. We discuss understanding the timeline of your athletic identity and recognizing how the sport is shaping you and your decisions. We want you to think of the other important interests you have and how to put more emphasis on how to communicate to others that those other roles you have are important too. Your favorite Mental Performance Coaches share how they struggled with their athlete identity as well.
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2023-06-0239 minThe Athlete CAFEWho wants to become more Confident?The Athlete C.A.F.E. kicks off our content with the topic of Confidence. We begin by defining what confidence is, discussing what we feel is most important to touch on regarding confidence when working with our athletes, and how confidence impacted us personally when we competed in our careers. Confidence has many layers and many ups and downs. We are hoping to help provide some tools and insights to help you find your most stable level of confidence as an athlete and in life!
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2023-05-0554 minThe Athlete CAFEWelcome to the Athlete CAFE!!It's happening!! We finally did it! In today's episode you get to meet the members of the Athlete C.A.F.E. and learn a little bit about who we are. The members of the team include Carlie Grandjean, Abbie Ainslie, Frances Bull, and Emily Marcinowski. We discuss the background of our business, Sharpen Skills Training as well and give the back story of how we got to be where we are today. We are so excited to be here and begin this journey with you!
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