PerformHappy with Rebecca Smith

On this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I'm talking to coaches. Let's discuss 4 exercises that you can bring to your team to help break a negativity habit. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990Bur Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagra...

On today's episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I am going to talk about mental blocks! I'll dive into who breaks through and who stays stuck. There are 5 key characteristics that are required for breakthrough so tune in if you're ready to tackle your mental block! Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through...

On today's episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I'm going to be talking the two reasons why talent is actually the main cause of fear and anxiety in athletes. I'll be discussing why talent is the main cause, the mindset that keeps these athletes stuck, and how you, the parent, can help break that cycle.  Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block w...

On today's episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I'm going to give you 5 lessons from my very own performance anxiety journey. Stress is known to rise during this time of the year so I'll be talking about how performance anxiety showed up for me as an adolescent and adult, as well as the 5 lessons I learned to handle nerves.  Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete thr...

On today's episode of the PerformHappy podcast, we are talking about performance anxiety and how to front-load your confidence! I'll dive into why nerves happen, discuss the real problem that causes the performance anxiety, and how to make failure your superhero. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental...

On this episode of the PerformHappy podcast we are talking about motivation! Does your child say they love the sport but behave in a way that suggests otherwise? Tune in to learn about the 4 reasons that cause your athlete to look like they aren't motivated and tools to help find out what is really going on. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my...

On this episode of the PerformHappy podcast, we are talking about tears. We will discuss the transition from childhood to adulthood and how it impacts emotions, the 3 main sport factors that compound the crying issue, and some ideas on how to help your athlete get their smile back. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Throug...

In this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast I am going to give you some lessons from Suni Lee’s uneven bars final. We’re going to discuss the importance of not losing focus, how to reset when life is distracting, the types of distractions you want to look out for, and the 3 simple tools to dial that focus in! Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new...

In this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I am talking to coaches about how to become a master communicator. Once the skill of communication is obtained, you can build a team full of empowered and inspired athletes who trust you. If you are on a quest to become the best coach ever, this one is for you! Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new boo...

In this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m talking about the mistakes that coaches make when trying to add a mental training component into practice. Find out what most coaches do wrong, the biggest time wasting mistake that you can make, and how to make an impact that goes well beyond today’s practice! Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new...

In this episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I’m talking to parents specifically about how to help your kid through times when life is just unfair. Listen in to gain some insight on how to help them navigate through life’s tough situations. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy toda...

In this episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I’m talking to sports parents about how to maintain your sanity when you’re feeling frustrated with your athlete who isn’t performing the way you know they can. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990Bur Follow me...

In this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I am talking about Simone Biles and what happened when the greatest gymnast suddenly couldn’t perform her skills. I’m going to talk about exactly what the “twists” are, why it happens, how to stop the confidence hemorrhage, and the 3 steps to getting your confidence back. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with...

In this episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I help athletes who are stuck on a plateau and show you how to know when you’re ready to move through your breakthrough. We’ll discuss the stages of change that come before a breakthrough, where you’re at in those stages, and how to move through them once you know where you’re at. Also, I talk to sport parents about what they can do to help athletes mov...

In this episode of the PerformHappy podcast, Coach Rebecca interviews gymnast-nutritionist Christina Anderson. This podcast is for coaches dealing with adolescents and their bodies and their need to be properly fueled. There are many mistakes coaches make (I know, I made them, too) when trying to help athletes with their nutrition, and today, Coach Christina gives greats tips and tricks on how to...

In this episode we will talk about essential tools for summer - the top 3 mental skills that you should be working on. Get ready now so that you are ahead of the game come Winter. Don’t make the same mistakes that most athletes make. PLUS learn about how to get a free coaching session! Jumpstart your confidence today, champions are made in the off season! Learn exactly what to say and do to guide...

In this episode, Coach Rebecca speaks to parents with athletes who don’t want their help! As a parent, you may know exactly what they need if they could only see what you see… but they resist your help, mental training, and even talking about their sport. If this sounds like you, this podcast is for you! Listen for some great suggestions! Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete thro...

Today’s podcast is a testimonial story from a PerformHappy athlete - a young gymnast who came to us with fears and blocks and is now a level 8 champion! Listen to hear her journey. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990Bur Follow me on Instagram: https://ww...

Today, Coach Rebecca get’s on her soapbox to talk about what needs to change in the culture of youth sport, specifically gymnastics. Join Rebecca on her crusade to start calling out inappropriate, unhealthy behavior, so we can give athletes a healthy, happy, successful sport career. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Throu...

Coach Rebecca interviews human potential coach, motivational speaker, and athlete, Jason Fowler. After a devastating accident when he was 17 years old, Jason continued on to complete road races, marathons, triathlons, and even win two Iron Man triathlons in the handcycle division. This podcast is for you if you find yourself making excuses, comparing yourself to others, or are looking for inspirat...

Coach Rebecca shares her sport story and the real reason she quit gymnastics. Learn the mistakes she made when trying to deal with her fear, the mistakes her coaches made, and some lessons she had to learn the hard way so that you don't have to make the same mistakes she did. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through...

Coach Rebecca talks to athletes about slumps - underperforming, mental blocks, performance anxiety - any kind of setback that leads to low self-confidence or unhappiness in your sport where you just feel like you're not doing your best. Listen for her 3 steps on how to "unslump" yourself. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book...

On today's podcast, we are going to be talking about what to do after you've had a bad day on a scarey skill. On those days when you've had a fall, or you just get shaken and are like "Wow, I didn't like that". Here's what to do if you feel like your brain goes into revolt and is like I don't want to do this at all, here's how you can get moving forward...

Coach Rebecca shares tips on how athletes can communicate with their coaches in a way that helps them. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990Bur Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/ Join my FaceBook page: https://www.faceb...

On today's podcast, I'm going to give you some suggestions on how to help your shy or quiet athlete to start speaking up. Because when they have a solid confident voice that they can rely on, when they have strong boundaries, when they know what they need and how to ask for it, confidence in sport and life will increase exponentially. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlet...