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Pickleball TherapySpecial Episode - Interview with Shelley and Sher of Life Lessons from PickleballIn this special episode of Pickleball Therapy we sit down for an insightful and fun conversation with Shelley and Sher, the duo behind Life Lessons from Pickleball.We discuss the genesis of their podcast, their relationship with pickleball, eye-opening moments from their mental side of playing pickleball and much more!Listen to the full episode as the duo shares with us how they deal with competitive partners, the pressure of improvement and more importantly, enjoying the journey and focusing on personal growth rather than just results.Check out and support Shelley and Sher a...2025-02-2523 min
Life Lessons from Pickleball™E43: Tony Roig: Winning Strategies for Pickleball and BeyondPickleball isn’t just a game—it’s a gateway to personal growth! In our latest Life Lessons from Pickleball™ episode, we sit down with Tony Roig, renowned coach and co-founder of Better Pickleball, to explore the power of mindset, resilience, and lifelong learning.Music gifted to us by Ian Pedersen: @ianpedersen Contact us: Lifelessonsfrompickleball@gmail.comSocial Media Links:https://www.lifelessonsfrompickleballpodcast.comhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557275391316https://www.instagram.com/lifelessonsfrompickleball/https://www.youtube.com/@LifeLessonsFromPickleballPodThanks f...2025-02-1833 minPickleball TherapyGet that Advice Outta Here – how to deal with unsolicited pickleball tipsWe all get advice – YouTube, friendly local player, partner. What do we do with it?Step 1: Remember that you have agency over your pickleball journey. This means that you get to decide whether to take the tip or say “get that outta here” (note – you can say it in your mind).Here’s the thing: 45% of the advice you hear out there is plain wrong. And 54% of the advice may be right in the general sense of the term, but it is not right for you at this stage (wrong for a different reason). That leaves 1...2024-06-2819 min
Pickleball TherapyMaximize Your Work and Avoid Time Wastes | PLUS 5 things I would not do as a pickleball professional | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 103None of us has unlimited time in our days, and certainly not unlimited time to work on our pickleball games. If we want to play our best pickleball, we must prioritize the areas of our game that are most important; those that will give us the biggest bang for our buck.
For example, the third shot drop. Is it an important pickleball shot? Of course it is. But not always. For many players, the third shot drop is unnecessary – for now. Let’s say you are missing punch volleys into the net or wide or you play agai...2022-09-0913 min
Pickleball TherapyON YOUR WAY Special Episode | Play Calmer Pickleball | PLUS Picking Your Game | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 97Save/tag this Episode and put it on when you are on your way to play.
When you go out to play, avoid beating yourself up out there. Second guessing yourself, thinking you have failed, wondering what others are thinking, and similar feelings can wreck your day and also have a negative impact on how you play the rest of the day. In this week's episode we give you 5 Tips you can use to avoid beating yourself up next time you play.
In the riff, we speak about picking the right game for you and...2022-07-2918 min
Pickleball TherapySLOW Your Mind | PLUS Ask the Right Questions | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 96Slowing the game is not just a strategy for play. It is a mental approach to your play where you remain in control out there. In this podcast we share with you several tips to help you slow your mind and play better.
In the riff, we help you identify the right questions to ask.
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.
WeArePickleball immersive pickleball camps at https://wearepickleball.com/camps/
Get the same visual t...2022-07-2215 min
Pickleball TherapyUP Your Game with These THREE TIPS | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 95We all want to play to the best of our ability. These 3 tips can help you do that. They will also help you maintain your focus on the court. The third tip is a bit outside the box - let us know what you think.
Pickleball Tip No. 1 - Keep things simple out on the pickleball court. Over complicating your game is increasing the errors in your game. Simplifying things out there will help you win more rallies and, thus, more games.
Pickleball Tip No. 2 - Slow things down out on the pickleball court. You...2022-07-1515 min
Pickleball Therapy4 Pro Stories - Intentionality | PLUS Close the Gap if you want to improve | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 94Intentionality can change your game - not just how you play, how you interact with the game. Hear how these 4 pros use intentionality as part of their games. Apply them to your pickleball and see the results.
In the riff, we share with you a powerful concept if you want to improve your game.
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.
WeArePickleball immersive pickleball camps at https://wearepickleball.com/camps/
Get the same visual training t...2022-07-0814 min
Pickleball TherapyYour MOST Common Error - how to fix it | PLUS are you giving your BEST | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 93Not knowing why you are missing shot after shot can leave you frustrated and confused. In this episode we address one of the most common (if not your most common) sources of errors.
In the riff, we talk about giving your best - it may not be what you think.
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.
WeArePickleball immersive pickleball camps at https://wearepickleball.com/camps/
Get the same visual training that CJ and I u...2022-07-0111 min
Pickleball TherapySee What is Happening (and make corrections) | PLUS take off that lead tape - maybe | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 92Click here to get your no cost ticket to THE 2022 Pickleball Summit. The largest gathering of pickleball professionals anywhere. You are not going to want to miss it.
To fix something you first must know what is wrong with it. To do this, you have to "see" it. You can learn to see the game by focusing first on a shot, and then another shot. And so on. Until it all becomes clear.
In the riff, we talk about your journey and the agency you have over it. We are focusing this week on a...2022-06-2410 min
Pickleball TherapyUse Failure as Your Fuel | PLUS avoid losing focus with this tip | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 91Failure is a prerequisite to improvement. Not an option. Required.
Only when you fail will you have the fuel it takes to want to get better. Not sure about that? Listen to the podcast and let us know.
In the riff, we talk about a common problem that is causing you to lose games.
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.
WeArePickleball immersive pickleball camps at https://wearepickleball.com/camps/
Get the same v...2022-06-1715 min
Pickleball TherapyAvoid Distraction on the Court | PLUS Optimizing Strategy | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 90How do we avoid distraction when we are on the pickleball court? In this episode we give you some tips to help you maintain your focus when you are in the heat of the moment.
Is hitting a winner the optimal strategy when you play.
BONUS - how do you deal with a player who targets your face - it happens!
Click here to get your no cost ticket to THE 2022 Pickleball Summit. The largest gathering of pickleball professionals anywhere. You are not going to want to miss it.
Click here...2022-06-1019 min
Pickleball Fire Podcast165: Pickleball Strategy: Respect the X with Senior Pro Tony RoigThe last time I had Tony Roig on the Pickleball Fire podcast, we didn't have a chance to talk about respect the X. But that is such a great strategy so we go deep into today along with some information on the upcoming virtual Pickleball Summit. 2022-06-0621 min
Pickleball TherapyGet your body ready for a day on the courts | Special guest CJ Johnson is BACK | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 89Want to play better pickleball that day AND be recovered in time for your next time on the courts?
Then you will want to hear CJ's tips about preparing for your day and then getting your body ready afterwards. Remember, injury = no pickleball. So let's minimize that injury risk.
You can get our Dynamic Stretching Guide here.
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.
WeArePickleball immersive pickleball camps at https://wearepickleball.com/camps/
Ge...2022-06-0324 min
Pickleball TherapyKnow how to prioritize your game | PLUS avoid ebb frustration | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 88You only have so much time (and focus) to dedicate to your pickleball improvement. Any time spent on non-productive aspects of the game is time not spend on productive aspects of the game. Example: working on the Erne when the punch volley is what you need. Prioritize your work and you will see greater gains.
In the riff, we help you avoid the potential frustration from ebbs and flows in your improvement.
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.2022-05-2715 min
Pickleball TherapyOptimize your body - The Athletic Pillar of Pickleball | Featuring special guest CJ Johnson | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 87The obvious: you need your body to play pickleball. It is a physical activity and how your body performs will dictate how well you play on the court.
The not so obvious: there are things you can do off the court that will help improve your body and get you ready to play when you are back on the court. Pay attention to those and you will play better pickleball and, more importantly, enjoy a better quality of life.
In this episode we are joined by my friend and partner, CJ Johnson, who shares with...2022-05-2026 min
Pickleball TherapyYou can control when you lose | PLUS Mistaken Sportsmanship | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 86Losing is within your control. Not losing a game - that is just a series of numbers. But you can control your behavior on the court: the thing that will actually determine whether you lost the day.
In the riff, we discuss sportsmanship. Mistakes vs intentional. It's all about perspective.
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.
WeArePickleball immersive pickleball camps at https://wearepickleball.com/camps/
Get the same visual training that CJ and I u...2022-05-1316 min
Pickleball TherapyWinning is a Bowl of Ice Cream | PLUS Focusing on those Pivot Points | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 85Are you winning? In this episode we suggest you may already be winning. Improve your results as well as your relationship with pickleball by eating some more ice cream. What could be better?
In the riff, I share some thoughts about pivot points. These are the points that change a game. Are you hunkering down when they are yours? Hunkering down when the other team is looking to capitalize on theirs?
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.
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Pickleball TherapyUnderstand your battle on the court | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 84When you step onto the pickleball court you are out there battling your opponent. Understanding this can help you navigate your next game.
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.
WeArePickleball immersive pickleball camps at https://wearepickleball.com/camps/
Get the same visual training that CJ and I use to improve our vision, our game, and our lives (better night driving included). Visit here for more information.
You can find out more about Tyrol shoes h...2022-04-2908 min
Pickleball TherapyBONUS Episode | Heading to the Courts? Listen on your way - 10 minutes to get you ready to play your best | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 83Bookmark this Episode. Play it whenever you are on your way to the courts and get ready to play your best pickleball.
Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.
Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here.
WeArePickleball immersive pickleball camps at https://wearepickleball.com/camps/
Get the same visual training that CJ and I use to improve our vision, our game, and our lives (better night driving included). Visit here for more information.
You can find out more about Tyrol shoes here.2022-04-2210 min
Pickleball TherapyAre you hitting the right (optimal) shots? | PLUS Honoring your opponents | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 82Picking the right shots when you play is important. Part of that decision making is making selections that are not too risky. That get the job done without needless chance for error.
Think of the shots in terms of their marginal advantages. Some shots offer high advantages relative to the risk they create. An example is a deep return of serve that is aimed 4 feet inside the baseline along the centerline. This shot gives you what you need with little risk. If you target the return 1 foot from the baseline, you will get a higher advantage shot...2022-04-1516 min
Pickleball TherapyWasting Your Time? | PLUS Stay Cool Under Pressure | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 81There is a reasonable chance that you might be wasting your time. And perhaps even wasting a lot of it.
If you are working on shots, tactics, or strategies that only provide limited benefit but require lots of work, then you are not using your time well. In this week's episode we share a concept - marginal advantage - that will change how you go about your improvement work. Determine what mechanical, strategic or athletic pillar item will give you the greatest benefit and then compare the benefit to its cost (time primarily).
Following this...2022-04-0817 min
Pickleball TherapyHow to go about winning your next pickleball game | PLUS eating the chocolate elephant | Pickleball Therapy with Better Pickleball| Episode 80Want to win your next pickleball game? Of course you do. We all want that.The trick is how to do it.In this week's episode we share with you how to win Pickleball games. Lots of them. It is not what you think.We also share with you the ins and outs of improvement - how are you going to finish that huge chocolate elephant?Click here to Join us inside THE Pickleball System. It will change your game.Get the Three Pillars of Pickleball here....2022-04-0115 min
Pickleball TherapyYour Cup Runeth Over – how to avoid information overload | PLUS Avoid distracting line call battles | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 79There is only so much information you can take in at a time. Less even once you think use “apply it” as compared to just taking it in.
To get the most out of your work, make sure it is actually becoming part of your game. Reading a WeArePickleball blog post is good. But applying that same knowledge to your game and yourself out there – now that is awesome. That is where the magic happens.
In this episode we discuss how to prepare your cup to receive new information and, importantly, apply it.
Click...2022-03-2516 min
Pickleball TherapyElementary my Dear Watson - Elementary | PLUS Staying on task | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 78Sherlock Holmes made “elementary” cool. The most seemingly complex situation is rendered elementary once you have the right perspective on it.
Pickleball is much the same. It is a complex interrelationship of rules that create a framework in which we play the game. But, once you understand them, then navigating the game becomes elementary.
What happens to many of us is that we try to match perceived complexity with complexity in our game. We want to learn that shot which will unlock the game for us. There is no such thing.
Once you see...2022-03-1817 min
Pickleball TherapySee the big picture of pickleball (avoid frustration) |PLUS Can I improve?| Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 77A lot of our frustration when we are trying to improve stems from not seeing the big picture.
Pickleball is deceiving. It is a “simple” game .You just go out there and bat the ball around. Right?
What you are seeing is the portion of the iceberg that is above the water line. Most of pickleball (its big picture) lays underneath the waves. And this is what frustrates us. We should get it – we know there is something we are missing. But we just cannot see it.
We want to show you the big pa...2022-03-1117 min
Pickleball TherapyHow sound is your Pickleball Home? | PLUS do you need a $$$$$$ paddle? | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 76If you were to build yourself a home, you would probably want it to have:
a. A solid foundation
b. Completed wall and
c. A roof to keep the elements out.
You may also want it to have some plumbing and electrical.
So … if you were learning how to build your own home, would you not need to learn how to do all of the above?
But what about crown molding, and paint selection, and finished carpentry for those awesome accents around the place?
While those...2022-03-0417 min
Pickleball TherapyForehand in the middle – is it the right rule? | PLUS Gotta get the mindset right if you want to improve as a player | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball| Episode 75“Forehand takes the middle.”
How many times have you heard it said on the courts?
Even though it is uttered innocently enough, this “truism” is unhelpful and oftentimes will lead you to the wrong answer. There are multiple scenarios where a player may incorrectly conclude that “forehand takes it.”
In this week’s episode we reveal the fallacy of this well-ingrained “rule” and provide you with an alternative framework that is more constructive and will lead to you having better answers on the court.
In the riff we check in with your challenges an...2022-02-2517 min
Pickleball TherapySubdue the Bangers. Learn what to do (and there is plenty) | PLUS The "Fix Your Body" Challenge (get this right) | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleballBangers are gonna bang.
What to do about it? You can try to out-bang the banger. That is an option sure. But is it the best option for you?
Another option is to use your best weapon against the banger: the out of bounds directly behind you. Let some of the bangers' balls go and see what happens. You have agency over what you do on the court. And letting balls go is part of that agency.
In this episode we discuss the rationale for letting balls go and give you some suggestions...2022-02-1816 min
Pickleball TherapyIs “Forehand in the Middle” Always Right? | in the riff – let’s prevent those injuries in 2022 | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 70“The was my forehand.” How many times do we hear that on the pickleball court?
Is Forehand in the Middle really a thing? Well … it depends. And it certainly does not overcome some other principles (not all the time), such as Respect the “X.” What is important to continue to better understand the game so that you can determine what makes sense when. It is what we call the Strategic Pillar at WeArePickleball.
In this week’s podcast, we explore forehand in the middle and suggest when it might apply – and when not.
In the riff we...2022-01-2116 min
Pickleball TherapyWhat is the one shot you absolutely must have in pickleball (no hyperbole here) | PLUS Let’s talk about the pickleball ladder (and it is not your local ladder league) | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePiThere is one shot that you must have to play pickleball and which, even if you have it, is costing you points or helping you win games. If you can focus on this one shot, and get it as good as it can get, you will see radical improvement in your play and results. Guaranteed.
In the episodes, we also give you some tips on how to work on improving your shot.
In the riff we discuss the ladder of pickleball play and what you should do once you have climbed up.
You...2022-01-1418 min
Pickleball TherapyYou want to hear these 3 things to improve as a pickleball player | PLUS CJ Johnson discusses the mental part of the game | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 68I am joined this week's podcast by CJ Johnson from Better Pickleball and WeArePickleball. CJ conducted a survey of hundreds of pickleball players to find out what they are needing to improve. In this week's podcast we discuss the top three and give you our thoughts on how you can use this information to best improve your game.
In the riff, I turn the microphone over to CJ to let her share her thoughts about the mental part of the game with you. This stiff is powerful.
You can find out more about our WeArePickleball...2022-01-0725 min
Pickleball TherapyLearn the pros’ strategy when they play pickleball | PLUS Injury prevention – make it a regular part of your life | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 67There is some suggestion that pickleball is becoming a hard game. The pros are hitting harder, attacking more often. But is that really the case?
In this week’s podcast we explain why the soft game is ALWAYS the right answer to the game. It is the approach to the game used by the pros when the stakes are highest. Yet it is a strategy that any player can use, regardless of background, size, age, etc.
Adopting the soft game can radically alter your game.
In the riff we discuss minimizing injuries – on and...2021-12-3118 min
Pickleball TherapyAdd the soft game to your pickleball game | PLUS Paddle swing weight - do you know it? | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 66Consider adding the soft game to your pickleball game. Even the odds, set the tone, and gain a ton of confidence with these skills; which are available to all players regardless of background, age, size, etc.
In the riff we talk about paddle weight - how important is it and what is it????
Get the same visual training that CJ and I use to improve our vision, our game, and our lives (better night driving included). Visit here for more information.
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Register...2021-12-1717 min
Pickleball TherapyDo you know what the problem is? | PLUS correcting the wrong score | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 65If you want to get better at pickleball, you first need to know what might be wrong. Oftentimes pickleball players focus on the “wrong” areas. By focusing on higher impact areas of the game you can see better results faster.
In the riff we talk about what to do when the wrong score is, inevitably, called by your opponent.
Get the same visual training that CJ and I use to improve our vision, our game, and our lives (better night driving included). Visit here for more information.
You can find out more about Tyro...2021-12-1013 min
Pickleball TherapyAre you playing intentional pickleball? | PLUS three weeks of specific tips to add intentionality to your game | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 64Are your shots intentional? If not, how can you improve as a player? Adding intentionality to your shots – and the other parts of your game – is critical.
In the riff we give you 3 weeks of intentionality to add to your game.
Get the same visual training that CJ and I use to improve our vision, our game, and our lives (better night driving included). Visit here for more information.
You can find out more about Tyrol shoes here.
Register to get our weekly VIPickleball emails and get your FREE front row seat...2021-12-0314 min
Pickleball TherapyWhat is the Right Metric for YOU? | PLUS Is Your Paddle Holding You Back? | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 63Are you out there looking for the “W”s when you play pickleball? Is that the right metric for you and your pickleball objectives? I am going to guess no, but perhaps I am wrong about that. Listen to the podcast and let me know.
In the riff we get into how your paddle is holding you back from the play you are capable of. Or is it?
Get the same visual training that CJ and I use to improve our vision, our game, and our lives (better night driving included). Visit here for amazing Blac...2021-11-1913 min
Pickleball TherapyOpen Play - Get the Most out of it | PLUS Close Out the Game | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 62We all play open play. In this episode we share with your ideas to get the most out of your open play experience: both in terms of improvement as well as enjoyment.
Are you improving in open play? If not, check out this week’s episode where we share with you specific things you can do to maximize your improvement – even at open play.
Are you losing when ahead? Perhaps losing focus towards the end when you are up 9-3? In the riff we share some ideas to help shore up that part of your game...2021-11-1218 min
Pickleball TherapyTHE Pickleball Instruction Manual | PLUS Do You Know The Finger-Spin Serve? | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 61Were you given an Instruction Manual when you first started playing pickleball? We weren't. In this episode we share with you stories about how we built our manual so that you can do the same.
In the riff, we discuss the new serve rules for 2022 and talk about a rule that is still there that may cause some mischief with our game.
You can read our blog post about the serve rules here.
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide - available at...2021-11-0516 min
Pickleball TherapyIs Pickleball Still Fun For You? | PLUS Your Ready Position (or Are You?) | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 60Pickleball expectations might be sapping your enjoyment of the game.
Read our full post here: https://wearepickleball.com/make-pickleball-fun-again/
You can find our comprehensive ready position video at In2Pickle on YouTube.
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide - available at In2Pickle.com (digital) or Amazon (paperback).
You can find out more about the Diadem Icon paddle by visiting Diadem Sports here. Use the code VIPickleball to get our discount at checkout (using the link you help support our...2021-10-2918 min
Pickleball TherapyYou win when you lose (seriously) | PLUS What it means to compete on the pickleball court | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 59When we think of winning as getting to 11 first and losing as when our opponents get to 11 before we do, we rob ourselves of the benefits that can come from score losing a game. The only way we grow as pickleball players is when we are pushed to do so - this often means losing in terms of the score in a game or match. Take advantage of these growth opportunities by focusing on what you can do to improve as opposed to just the L that you get after that "loss."
In the riff, we get...2021-10-2215 min
Pickleball TherapyBONUS Episode - Self-Study, Lessons, Clinics, Camps - What is/are right for you? | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 58APlayers ask CJ and me all the time what the best way to improve is. Should they take lessons or maybe a clinic? Is self-study enough to accomplish my objectives? What about a camp - I hear those can be fun? In this Bonus episode I touch on all four and give you some of the pros and cons of each.
Get more information about our camps here (there are some spots still open at our upcoming camps in Folsom and Concord, CA - there is even some sort of discount that CJ put in there):
https://wearepickleball.com/camps/
...2021-10-1512 min
Pickleball TherapyHow Your Self 1 is sabotaging your play | PLUS Pickleball Empathy - It is a Thing | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 58There are two you's on the court, Self 1 and Self 2. Self 2 is your ally when you play pickleball. Self 1? Not so much. Self 1 just yaps your ear off with nonsense while Self 2 is trying to get the work done. In this week's podcast we talk to you about the difference between them and how to quiet Self 1.
In the riff, we discuss pickleball empathy. Trust me - this is worth a listen.
The Inner Game of Tennis by Tim Gallwey - an amazing book.
You can find out more about the Diadem Icon...2021-10-1517 min
Pickleball TherapyAre you playing High to Low or Low to High? | PLUS Do I belong on Court 1? | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 57Do you understand the concept of playing high to low - as opposed to low to high? If not, you may be getting yourself in trouble on the pickleball court. In this podcast we explain it to you and tell you how to stay out of these murky waters.
In the riff we discuss whether you "belong" on a certain court in your community. The answer might surprise you.
You can find out more about the Diadem Icon paddle by visiting Diadem Sports here. Use the code VIPickleball to get our discount at checkout (using...2021-10-0814 min
Pickleball TherapyThe No. 1 key to playing your best pickleball | PLUS out call controversy - what to do? | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 56What is it that the advanced pickleball players in your area do that you may not be taking full advantage of? In this podcast we share with you the No. 1 key to what they do that you can add to your game to help you continue your improvement.
Link to the video: https://youtu.be/jCjPmaYsnLU
In the riff we discuss an out calls controversy that was shared with us. What to do when the players disagree on the out call?? Listen and find out.
You can find out more about the Diadem...2021-10-0119 min
Pickleball TherapyThere is ONLY ONE way to deal with Bangers (find out what it is) | PLUS the power of "no thank you" | Pickleball Therapy with WeArePickleball | Episode 55If you are facing bangers, there is only one solution: use the out of bounds. If you hit every ball banged at you, it will make for a long day on the courts. In this podcast we share with you how to neutralize bangers and give you some helpful tips for dealing with out balls.
In the riff we discuss how to deal with the player at the courts who makes your experience a negative one. No thank you is all you need. We give you some clues on how to deal with it.
You...2021-09-2419 min
Pickleball TherapyThe windshield wiper red herring (a potentially devastating distraction) | PLUS rec vs competitive play | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 54Red herrings can distract us on our pickleball improvement paths. They take away time and focus from the areas that we need to work on. This particular red herring, however, can actually undermine your game by adding unnecessary errors. Is the windshield wiper stroke undermining your game?
Rec play is awesome. Socialize, relax, play some ball. But if you want to improve you need to consider adding some competitive play to your weekly schedule. Stay tuned to the riff to hear more on this.
You can find out more about the Diadem Icon paddle by...2021-09-1714 min
Pickleball TherapyTake Advantage of Opportunities | PLUS how will rally scoring impact your game | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 53Pickleball is a game of error reduction. True. But to improve you also have to learn how to take advantage of opportunities that arise. In this episode we explain what we mean and get you to think about the game a bit differently (at least that is the objective).
Rally scoring is coming to pickleball. At least that is what the tea leaves are saying. Am I excited about rally scoring coming into the game? No. But will it prevent me from playing? Also no. Stay tuned to the riff to hear more on this.
...2021-09-1016 minPickleball TherapyWhat did we learn the last year - playing YOUR game and more | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 52This is our 1 year episode (at least if you subscribe to the 52-week year). During the past year we have traveled quite a ways down our pickleball path; sharing ideas about the game and how to enjoy a better life at the same time.
In this episode we look back to some of the highlights over the past year and share some of our favorite topics and ideas. We appreciate you listening and helping our podcast reach other players out there for whom, like you, pickleball has become an important part of their lives. We will continue...2021-09-0309 minPickleball TherapyYou are a Pickleball Athlete | PLUS is inertia holding you back? | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 51Are you a pickleball athlete?
It depends. Are you a pickleball athlete?
Why would I ask that question twice like that? It is because the answer is wholly up to you. You are a pickleball athlete if you say you are. If you take care of your body and mind. Do the things that an athlete does when they want to perform at their best. Then you are an athlete.
You can find out more about the Diadem Icon paddle by visiting Diadem Sports here. Use the code VIPickleball to get our discount a...2021-08-2715 minPickleball TherapyDealing with "OUT" Balls | PLUS avoid the popcorn ceiling | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 50If you are engaging the "out" balls, you are leaving points on the table (court?) and not playing your best pickleball. In this episode we tell you how you reclaim those points.
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In the riff we talk about the downside of the popcorn ceiling.
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Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more...2021-08-2012 minPickleball TherapyThe first pillar of your best pickleball - are you working on it? | PLUS is it high or deep? | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 49There are three pillars to you playing your best pickleball. In this podcast we delve into the first pillar: the mechanical one.
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In the riff we talk about shot arcs (and arches). A way to avoid those attackable popups.
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...2021-08-1313 minPickleball Fire Podcast083: How to Deal with Having a Bad Day on the Pickleball Court with Tony RoigPickleball is a fun sport as any addict will tell you. However, fellow podcaster Tony Roig, who hosts the Pickleball Therapy podcast, talks about how the game can also be very frustrating. So, get ready for some tips on how to deal with having a bad day on the court and remember what's really important about the game. 2021-08-0926 minPickleball TherapyLynn Cherry for Pickleball Fire is our guest | PLUS Your Journey | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 48Lynn Cherry, the host of Pickleball Fire Podcast shares with us some of her thoughts about pickleball, including some solid tips for how to maintain a healthier perspective out on the court. You can connect with Lynn at pickleballfire.com. Also make sure you subscribe to her podcast, Pickleball Fire. Good perspective on the game
In the riff we talk about your journey; what it is and how to keep it yours.
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Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball...2021-08-0619 minPickleball TherapyHow do you know if you are improving - 3 suggestions | PLUS Appreciate the Battle | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 47You are working on improvement; on becoming a better Pickleball player. But how do you know if you are, in fact, getting better? In this episode we offer you 3 suggestions that might help you make the determination.
In the riff we talk a little Olympics, at least what we can learn from it to give us some perspective out there.
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If you or a...2021-07-3014 minPickleball TherapyAre you working on the Second Pillar (what is the Second Pillar anyways??) | PLUS Ready Position is more than the paddle | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 46To play your best pickleball you need to "see" the game. This is where the Second Pillar comes in. It is not just how to hit the ball. It is what shot to hit when. The when and the why if you will. If you do not have this understanding of the game, that you can apply in real time, then what will your results on the court look like?
Your paddle is our in front. But are you ready? Maybe - maybe not.
Click here to learn more about the Second Pillar.
...2021-07-2310 minPickleball TherapyOn-court frustration? Reframing might help | PLUS Deb Harrison on growing in the game | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 45It is common to feel a bit frustrated out there. We expect X from ourselves and often end up with Y.
We can work harder to improve but, perhaps, we can also reframe the narrative in our mind. If we are playing at a Y level, then expect Y.
In the riff we share some words of wisdom from our friend Deb Harrison - even as accomplished a player as Deb continues to grow with the game. You can connect with her at www.picklepongdeb.com.
If you missed it, you can find...2021-07-1611 minPickleball TherapyPickleball - a Lifelong Learning Project | PLUS the Advantage of Neutralizing | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 44There is a lot to learn in pickleball. A lot. The endless nature of learning in pickleball can seem a downside. It can lead to frustration and dismay. But what if you look at it as a gift - a never-ending fount of knowledge from which you can drink and drink. Listen to how Glen Peterson and Coach Pete approach it and you might be convinced.
In the riff we share a stat with you - one that will hopefully convince you to focus your energies on the neutralizing objective when you are serving.
If...2021-07-0914 minPickleball TherapyThe Pickleball Summit is a wrap | Success Leaves Clues | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 43THE Pickleball Summit gathered nearly 30 presenters all experts in their field covering a wide range of topics pertinent to your improvement as a pickleball player.
In this podcast CJ and I riff about the Summit, share some of our thoughts about what happened and what we learned and share some news about upcoming events.
If you missed it, you can find out more about THE Pickleball Summit by clicking here. Copy this into your browser if the link does not work for you: https://www.wearepickleball.com/2021-all-access-pass.
Register to get our emails...2021-07-0230 minPickleball TherapySPECIAL Episode || Two themes from THE Pickleball Summit | Episode 42 (Special)Two these became apparent from THE Pickleball Summit presenters:
1. the soft game will improve your play and
2 keep it simple (CJ and I are all about fundamentals at VIPickleball).
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If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check o...2021-06-2704 minPickleball TherapyWin the firefight by defusing the bang-bang | Plus - Use this Drill | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 41Much rec play in pickleball is bang-bang and then bang some more. If you are the biggest banger in your group, then this works out pretty well for you. But what if you are not?
In this podcast we discuss a strategy to slow things down out there and take the bang out of the bang-bang.
We also share with you a surprisingly effective drill technique.
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Register to get our emails so you get the "out" balls decision tree by...2021-06-1811 minPickleball TherapyThe 2 Things You Need to Play Optimal Pickleball | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 40If you are looking to play optimal pickleball, you need two things: (1) the ability to hit the shot you are trying to hit (third shot, serve, punch volley, etc) and (b) the knowledge of what shot to hit given the context of the rally (what are you trying to accomplish at that stage of the rally?). In the podcast we explore these two facets of the game and give you some tips for improving in both.
Sign up for THE Pickleball Summit 2021 here: https://the-pickleball-summit-2021.heysummit.com.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community...2021-06-0411 min
Pickleball TherapyForget the Score | Plus - There is more to Pickleball than Shots | Pickleball Therapy with VIPickleball | Episode 39Focusing on the score can distract you from obtaining the best results for your game. Focus instead on the next rally or, better yet, the next shot. The results - the score - will come.In the riff, I share some thoughts about the multiple facets of pickleball - there is more than just the third shot.Register for THE Pickleball Summit - here: https://the-pickleball-summit-2021.heysummit.com.Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.If you or a loved one wants...2021-05-2811 minPickleball TherapyShould you target an opponent? | Plus - Pickleball Agility | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 38Are you targeting or being targeted when you play pickleball? In rec play? Tournament? This week we address this often mis-used strategy.
In the riff, I share a sean peek into our interview with Tennis Hall of Fame Gigi Fernandez about pickleball skills that translate to tennis.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide - available at In2Pickle.com (digital) or Amazon (paperback).
If...2021-05-2113 minPickleball TherapyTrust the process and your results will follow | Plus - What to do about the difficult player? | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 37Too often we focus on our results. This can distract us from progress; progress which is made by focusing on the process. A sound process will give you the results you want. Improve your process and the results will follow.
In the riff, I share my thoughts about how to deal with that player that just makes the game unenjoyable.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide...2021-05-1416 minPickleball TherapyBAD Advice Alert - Rushing to the Non-Volley Zone Line | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 36Bad advice can hurt more than just your chances of winning a rally or a game. It can significantly derail your progress as a player. In this podcast we tackle one of the most damaging pieces of bad advice: rushing to the non-volley zone.
In the riff, I give you some tips to spot bad advice. If you want some more help on how to avoid bad advice, check out CJ's video on this subject (curious note - this is CJ's first Pickleball video - that is how important it was to her when she started her...2021-05-0815 minPickleball TherapyFix this error in your game (it's a big one) | Plus - What is it to win? | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 35Why are you popping the ball up? Hitting the smashes 3 feet out of bounds? Probably because of your stroke being too long. Find out what I mean in the podcast.
In the riff I share with you some recommendations about the winner's metric - what do we define as winning?
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
Download the Free Stacking Guide here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/pl/2147487615
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play Pickleball...2021-04-3017 minPickleball TherapyWhat you can learn from the best in the game | Live from the 2021 US Open | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 34The best players do nothing special. They know winning is about doing the mundane. Over and over. That is how you win.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
Download the Free Stacking Guide here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/pl/2147487615
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide - available at In2Pickle.com (digital) or Amazon (paperback).
Check out Coach Peter Scales Book - Mental and Emotional Training. Compete-Learn-Honor.
If...2021-04-2405 minPickleball TherapyUse this metric to measure your improvement | Plus - Preparing for Competitive Play | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 33How do you know if you are improving - moving forward? Use time as a metric to determine whether you are headed in the right direction. Longer game = better play. Shorter game = the opposite.
In the riff we share with you some ideas about preparing for big events or games, like the US Open starting next week.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
Download the Free Stacking Guide here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/pl/2147487615
If you or a loved one wants...2021-04-1610 minPickleball TherapyAre you playing formulaic pickleball? | Plus - Use these indicators to correct your stroke | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 32You can have a place for your serve and return, and even a target for your third shot. But after that there are too many variables in play for a set formula to work. Will an inside, inside, outside pattern work? Impossible to say without knowing the rest of the story. Instead of formulas, focus on understanding fundamentals and understanding the concepts of the game.
In the riff we share with you some indicators you can use on court to correct stroke mechanic issues.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find...2021-04-0911 minPickleball Therapy3 tips to improve OFF COURT | Plus - Add the 2-rotation serve stack to your game | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 31Can you improve off court? Absolutely, unequivocally and, in case that is not clear enough, 100%. In this episode we share 3 specific tips you can use to improve your pickleball game when you are off court.
In the riff we share an easy way to remember to stack - be the protagonist when you are out there.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
Download the Free Stacking Guide here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/pl/2147487615
If you or a loved one wants to...2021-04-0211 minPickleball TherapyAdd Stacking to your Game | PLUS - Are You a Thinking Pickleball Player? | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 30Stacking is a skill that is available to all levels and it can allow you to take control of the game. We discuss it in the podcast.
In the riff we talk about what it means to be a thinking pickleball player.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
You can watch our Serve Webinar here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/febserve
Want help with a Video Analysis - email us at Coaching@wearepickleball.com
If you or a loved one...2021-03-2613 minPickleball TherapyYou are supposed to lose - Seriously - Learn this Framework | What Paddle is right for you | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 29Change the framework of your mind as you play. Understanding the probabilities when you are on court will help you have a better perspective.
In the riff we talk about the paddle(s) I am using these days.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
You can watch our Serve Webinar here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/febserve
Want help with a Video Analysis - email us at Coaching@wearepickleball.com
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball...2021-03-1914 minPickleball TherapyInformation overload? - Some tips | Paddle length is key | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 28Looking for a paddle? Listen to the riff before you buy.
Before that, we are entering (if not already arrived at) information overload. We talk about it and how to avoid it derailing your improvement.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
You can watch our Serve Webinar here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/febserve
Want help with a Video Analysis - email us at Coaching@wearepickleball.com
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play...2021-03-1217 minPickleball TherapyFocus on the rainbow - not on the pot o' gold | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 27Are you pickleball ready? Not sure? Then stay tuned for the riff at the end of the podcast.
Before that, I give you an update of our tournament. And not just for update sake. There are lessons in there for me. And hopefully for you as well.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
You can watch our Serve Webinar here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/febserve
Want help with a Video Analysis - email us at Coaching@wearepickleball.com
If...2021-03-0422 minPickleball TherapyDrop Serve Right for You? | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 26Play pickleball singles? If not, maybe give it a try. In this podcast we talk about the sport in general and give you some specific tips, including the serve and return of serve.
The drop serve is sexy. It is new. But is it right for you? Probably not. We explain why inside.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
You can watch our Serve Webinar here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/febserve
Want help with a Video Analysis - email us at...2021-02-1915 minPickleball TherapyHitting unintentional intentional popups? | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 25Are you hitting with intentionality? If not, then you are probably hitting unintentional intentional popups: balls that can be attacked by your opponents not because of an error in your shot but because your shot had no intention to not be attackable to begin with.
We also discuss an effective tool for your self-improvement that you have in your pocket or hand right now.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
You can watch our Popup Avoidance Webinar here: https://www.wearepickleball.com/webinar-optin2021-02-1311 minPickleball TherapyAre your third shots beating you? | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 24Trying to copy the pros can be "dangerous" to our game. There are things that pros do that maybe we are not ready for ... yet.
But there are definitely things that the pros do that we should emulate regardless of our level. One of those is the third shot. The higher the level of player (and, by turn, the higher the level of the player's opponent), the higher their third shot apexes over the net.
Seems counter-intuitive but it makes perfect sense once you reflect on it. The pros know there is one opponent they...2021-02-0510 minPickleball TherapyScore more points when you understand the game | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 23Want to play better pickleball? Then you have to understand the game - how it is constructed.
In this episode I share with you the serving/scoring framework. Score more points once you understand the system's framework.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
You can also join our 8-week Fitness Challenge at wearepickleball.com.
Our video on Scoring in Five here: https://youtu.be/dRX8cQzglnk
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play...2021-01-0911 minPickleball TherapyGet Fit for 2021 | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 22Use these 5 pickleball fitness tips to get ready for 2021. Let's make it our best pickleball year yet.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
You can also join our 8-week Fitness Challenge at wearepickleball.com.
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide - available at In2Pickle.com (digital) or Amazon (paperback).
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2020-12-3108 minPickleball TherapyWhat is this Drop Serve ??? | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 21The new Drop Serve Rule is causing lots of consternation out there. In this episode we tackle it and discuss potential next steps with it.
Join us at our immersive pickleball learning community - VIPickleball. Find out more at wearepickleball.com.
If you or a loved one wants to learn pickleball, check out Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide - available at In2Pickle.com (digital) or Amazon (paperback).
If you like the podcast, please share it with your friends. If you like it, they probably will too.
Happy Holidays and be...2020-12-2409 minPickleball TherapyPrepare for Battle | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 20Prepare for battle BEFORE you step onto the court. It will give you more enjoyment and tranquility out there.
In the riff we talk about the importance of movement as part of your pickleball growth.
You can find out more about VIPickleball at wearepickleball.com.
Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide, is available at In2Pickle.com (digital) or Amazon (paperback).
You can get some awesome In2Pickle gear at In2Pickle.com.
If you like the podcast, please share it with your friends. If you like it, they probably...2020-12-1107 minPickleball TherapySetting Reasonable Expectations | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 19Setting reasonable expectations can help us all enjoy our on-court time a little better. Don't let the lizard part of your brain ruin your day.
Also learn the story of Mr. Julius Yego. It is an inspiring story that you can apply to your own learning and improvement.
You can find out more about VIPickleball at wearepickleball.com.
Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide, is available at In2Pickle.com (digital) or Amazon (paperback).
If you like the podcast, please share it with your friends. If you like it, they probably will...2020-12-0511 minPickleball TherapyGive the Gift of Pickleball | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 18Let's take this time to think about giving Pickleball to someone we care about. And also giving it back to ourselves.
In the rif we talk about elongated paddles - let us know what you think.
You can find out more about VIPickleball at wearepickleball.com.
Play Pickleball, a Beginner's Guide, is available at In2Pickle.com (digital) or Amazon (paperback).
If you like the podcast, please share it with your friends. If you like it, they probably will too.
Happy Thanksgiving and be well.
Tony
...2020-11-2612 minPickleball TherapyYou Paddle's Parts - Part 2 of our Paddle Series | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 17Paddle construction - the core, face and edge guard. What you need to know.
Paddles, paddles, paddles. Hard to pick one. So much information. In this series we bring you specifics about what matters and what does not with paddles. You can get more information in the below videos or by visiting In2Pickle.com.
3 Tips to Get your Pickleball Paddle ready for battle (or play - however you think about it): https://youtu.be/snzGyMp3SxE
How to Pick a Pickleball Paddle that's Right for YOU: https://youtu.be/lOB3E2gMTis2020-11-0710 minPickleball TherapyWhat is the Paddle's Sweetspot? Part 1 of our Paddle Series | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 16Paddles, paddles, paddles. Hard to pick one. So much information. In this series we bring you specifics about what matters and what does not with paddles. You can get more information in the below videos or by visiting In2Pickle.com.
3 Tips to Get your Pickleball Paddle ready for battle (or play - however you think about it): https://youtu.be/snzGyMp3SxE
How to Pick a Pickleball Paddle that's Right for YOU: https://youtu.be/lOB3E2gMTis
If you like the podcast, please share it with your friends. If you like...2020-10-3009 minPickleball TherapyLosing focus? - Mental and Emotional Training with Dr. Peter Scales - this is the fifth and final installment in our series about mental toughness | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 15In this episode we explore:
Tips and tricks to stay focused
Using repetition to keep you in the moment
Thinking when you train and flowing when you play
This is part 5 of our interview with Coach Pete about mental and emotional training. Some heady stuff in there. If you haven't heard the rest, go back and check them out. You will learn a lot.
Compete - Learn - Honor. A different way to think about playing pickleball might be just what the doctor ordered to shift your mindset and gi...2020-10-1620 minPickleball TherapyGet your Miles In - Mental and Emotional Training with Dr. Peter Scales - this is the fourth part in our series about mental toughness | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 14In this episode we explore:
Creating new habits for your mental and emotional game
What it means to "put the miles in"
Setting reasonable expectations for outcomes when you are on the court
Understanding the importance of fundamentals
Applying the right pressure in your game
Developing a game plan
How to train so that you can improve as a player
This is part 4 of our interview with Coach Pete about mental and emotional training. Some heady stuff in there. If you haven't heard the rest, go back and check...2020-10-0928 minPickleball TherapyWhat is the No. 2 Error in Pickleball? | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 13Pickleball is a strategic game. You can play it simple if you want. Nothing wrong with that. Get some exercise and social time.
BUT ...
What if you want more?
Pickleball offers more. You can think of the game as you would a chess match. Hit the ball to the left. Move to cover. Then switch it to the middle. Back to the left. You induce the pop up and hit it in the open hole for a winner.
Thinking strategically about pickleball will also show you if you are leaving your...2020-10-0217 minPickleball TherapyMental and Emotional Training with Dr. Peter Scales - this is the third part in our series about mental toughness | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 12This is part 3 of our interview with Coach Pete about mental and emotional training. Some heady stuff in there.
In this part of the interview, Coach Pete and I discuss getting out of a mental hole, using timeouts and other techniques to get to neutral, and a healthier framework.
Compete - Learn - Honor. A different way to think about playing pickleball might be just what the doctor ordered to shift your mindset and give you a measure of calm and confidence while on the court.
Dr. Peter Scales is a psychologist who...2020-09-2623 minPickleball TherapyPlaying a more confident game - our interview with CJ Johnson from Better Pickleball | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 11Our interview with CJ Johnson from Better Pickleball and Fit After 50. CJ shares with us some insights about how to be more confident and, ultimately, comfortable on court. Confidence = comfort = better play.
Make sure you subscribe to CJ's YouTube channel, Better Pickleball, for more great content.
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Be well
Tony
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pickleballtherapy/support2020-09-1833 minPickleball TherapyMental and Emotional Training with Dr. Peter Scales - this is the second part in our series about mental toughness | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 10This is part 2 of our interview with Coach Pete about mental and emotional training. Some heady stuff in there.
I also share a critical tip for how you can become the best player you can be.
Compete - Learn - Honor. A different way to think about playing pickleball might be just what the doctor ordered to shift your mindset and give you a measure of calm and confidence while on the court.
Dr. Peter Scales is a psychologist who has spent a considerable amount of time studying and thinking about the mental...2020-09-1119 minPickleball TherapyMental and Emotional Training with Dr. Peter Scales - this is the first part in our series about mental toughness | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 9Compete - Learn - Honor. A different way to think about playing pickleball might be just what the doctor ordered to shift your mindset and give you a measure of calm and confidence while on the court.
Dr. Peter Scales is a psychologist who has spent a considerable amount of time studying and thinking about the mental and emotional wellbeing of athletes. We are fortunate to be able to share his ample knowledge with you.
You can find Coach Pete's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Emotional-Training-Tennis-Scales/dp/1606794477/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=peter+scales&qid=1599005308&s...2020-09-0316 minPickleball TherapyInformation overload (BEWARE) - plus avoid tennis elbow (and wrist pain) | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 8Are you a student of the game? If yes, you may be studying too much. It is really hard (if at all possible) to incorporate 7 new things into your game at once. Much easier if you incorporate 2 new things. Then 2 and 2 more and lastly 1.
Nothing worse than some elbow or wrist pain keeping you off the courts. And it may be avoidable. We share some ideas.
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Be well
Tony
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Support...2020-08-2811 minPickleball TherapyMental toughness on the pickleball court - some of my tips | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 6Side out. Your serve at 4-9-1. What can you do? How do you fight back when down big in a game?
You are up 10-4-2. Or you were. It is not 9-10-1 your opponents serving. How did this happen and what do you do?
We share our tips in this podcast. This is part of our pickleball mental toughness and togetherness series. We will be bringing you our tips as well as tips from other players and professionals in the field.
Better Fundamentals = Better Pickleball
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2020-08-1413 minPickleball TherapyImprovement requires work - some suggestions for you | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 5Just finished The Last Dance on Netflix. It is about the Chicago Bulls 1998 run for a 6th NBA championship. What jumped out at me was the amount of off-the-court work and focus required of even the greatest player of all time in order to achieve his goals.
We can learn a lot from No. 23, including putting in the work. In this podcast we talk about the drudgery required to improve and also about some specific steps you can take to elevate your game - if that is your thing.
Our riff this week is about paddle swing weight and how...2020-08-0713 minPickleball TherapyPlay to your strengths (and work on your weaknesses) | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 4Maximize your advantages and minimize your disadvantages. Then take time to work on your disadvantages during drilling and practice.
When you play keep in mind that there are benefits you are receiving that well exceed the score of the last game. Maintain perspective and you will increase your enjoyment of the game.
Stay safe
Tony
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pickleballtherapy/support2020-07-3114 minPickleball TherapyBe the best pickleball player you can be - Fundamentals | Pickleball Therapy with In2Pickle | Episode 2You do not need a double topspin reverse shot with a pike finish to win at pickleball. What you do need are fundamentals and consistency. That is what wins pickleball games.
Also learn about the 80-10-10 rule in Tony's weekly riff. Thanks to Jesse Simon for the idea.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pickleballtherapy/support2020-07-1712 min