Skating Success: the Podcast

It's easy to think that breaks aren't necessary... or that we're being lazy by resting. In this episode, I'm not only advocating for taking a break, I'll walk you through why it's beyond important! Look at this as part of your Skating Success training and how you will actually get ahead by slowing yourself down. A must-listen for anyone on the edge of burnout!

You have dreams. They actually matter! In this episode, we're going to use the World Championships to get inspired & then to take action. Listen in for the 3 step process we'll do together (including the celebration 🎉)

It is time for you to decide what you want and really go for it?  This is the season, as we head into Spring, that I often think about how to revamp my output and be reminded of my ultimate goals.  In this episode, we'll talk about effort, focus, and living from your results without personalizing your failures.  If you need a 'pick-me-up' or just a friend to encourage you on your path...

This is one of the most POWERFUL skills I can teach you: to be proud of yourself! Consider it an invitation; an open door. A place to lean into when you’re looking for validation, scores, or even success. ever It all starts HERE. With you , me dear! 

Ever run into challenges that seem insurmountable? Me too…. If I’ve learned ANYTHING from choreography, it’s that creativity is the secret weapon to dealing with the unknown. It’s like having a magic potion that you can take as a back up any time you need to!  Start with curiosity then move with creativity.  Creative solutions are the things that move everything forward.  You’ll see when you start...

I’m giving away the secret sauce here!  Implement even 1 of these 5 specific details and improve your score dramatically. You’ll also enjoy your training more and definitely have more FUN on the ice. When you improve your choreography, transitions, & finishing details with music, you benefit on so many levels.  Let’s DO this! 

It may not seem like it, but working on your capacity to feel love might be one of the biggest game changers you can make towards your personal experience of skating success.  This episode is dedicated to the 'Love Lessons' that I've cultivated over the years and how they impact both my skating & personal life. You have so much power over your ability to feel love, especially when...

It takes courage to go after what you want! In this episode, we dive into 3 specific questions to ask yourself as you embark on your own hero journey. 1. What can I let go of to lighten my load? 2. Who do I need to become in order to achieve my goal? 3. Which new beliefs must I adopt in order to create my future? To be courageous, and follow your heart, is not easy... and yet, it might be the most...

None of us win alone... But relationships aren't talked about that much in our 'individualistic sport'. Listen in for a renewal - not only on your relationships with others - but the one you have both with yourself and with the world at large. This is an ambitious topic to tackle and I believe it's a game changer on your personal journey of skating success!

Find your Flow.... what does that mean and how does it help you skate better? When you find YOUR way of doing something and allow surrender, you actually discover flow. This is a concept that works both physically and philosophically for you to create personal skating success. In this episode, you'll be guided to revisit the way you approach things on the ice and how to connect with the parts...

Figure Skating really is dancing on ice. This week, with the European Championships on as well as the Canadian National Championships, I’m reminded why I loved to skate as a form of dancing. If you want to get more into your choreography, enhance your enjoyment on the ice, and ultimately create amazing results in your performances, explore your dance-ability!  I have specific tips in this episode...

Struggling with your Next Steps?  We all get stuck.... we all come back from that competition or event - from that emotional high to come back into the lull of the 'next steps'.  But how do we actually move forward when the frustration hits?  Acknowledge, Decide, Clarify, take Action! This episode is exactly what you need ( and what I needed ) to get up and keep going towards your goals wh...

It’s time we took our goals and gave ourselves ample time and focus to accomplish them. Join me for the year long marathon to create what’s NEXT with your Skating Success! I cover 4 point by point questions to get you dialled in for the year ahead.  Apply these questions to anything you’re looking to achieve and let’s DO this together.

Stillness is the Pillar of Excellence I have honestly found the hardest to cultivate.  And yet? It has truly been the most transformative for me.  In this episode, I share 5 specific ideas around pausing and creating ‘The Rest’ that you can implement right now.  A great listen for anyone who feels on the edge of burnout, or that they can’t seem to enjoy the success they’ve created.  Sometimes, we...

One of the most powerful things you can do to affect the outcome of your skating results is to apply stamina to your strategies.  Without stamina (both mental and physical) you won’t access your true potential, and even worse, you won’t enjoy the process. In this episode, I go into tactical examples of how to truly use your personal stamina as a choice towards creating the results that matter to y...

Simple ideas are sometimes the best. Ask yourself: am I stretching or am I squishing?  When we give ourselves the opportunity to grow, learn, and become the next version of ourselves, we’re choosing to stretch. In contrast, there are times when we ‘squish’ ourselves and hold ourselves back…  In this Episode, I discuss how the daily habit of choosing to stretch goes beyond flexibility and becomes a...

When you find your stability, you access your ability. It's a simple statement but you truly know yourself when you find your own inner power. That comes from knowing what makes sense to you, how you like to train, and who you want to be as an athlete. In this episode, I bust some skating myths, help you remember why you skate, and advocate for MORE fun!! Listen in for a full-on episode of int...

Decide what you want your results to be; then put in the quality reps. Your success isn’t going to happen by accident.  The way you show up and build your mental strength through your habits is absolutely key.  This Episode is the 1st in a 5 part series to help you build your intentional mental pillars for personal skating success.   It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or on your way to a natio...

Being a parent isn't easy - then add skating to the mix! In this Episode, I share some specific pointers (learned over years of working with both skaters & their parents) that can help you lead your athlete. Mindful parenting is something that can drastically improve both the experience of your skater as well as yourself! Dive into these 4 parent pointers to access more understanding &...

Sometimes, despite our best intentions & plans, things just don't work out. It's not for lack of trying or even showing up. It's not because we're doing it 'wrong'... It's because we're human. Things changes, plans shift, and we are often faced with our own errors. In this raw episode, I share both my feelings about when things don't work out as well as my 1...

If you’re not willing to train your mindset, you’re willing to lose.  It’s a harsh statement, but it’s true.  If there’s 1 thing I can tell you after the countless hours I’ve spent training athletes, and being one myself, it’s this: mindset is everything .  Yes, your skillset counts; but it’s your mindset that will truly make you a champion.  In this episode, we look at the 5 Pillars of Excellence...

Ahhh!  This is one of those conversations that can either enlighten you or, frankly, make you mad. Listen with an open mind - if you're ready. Expectations can really mess us up... They are dream stealers; truly, they are. When we expect things to be a certain way, based on the past, we often overlook what's right in front of us.  So, if we must - let's expect the best! 

What are you willing to invest... in order to get what you want? In today's episode, I talk about the value of investing in your own skating success. Yes, it's about money - and it's also about way more! Time, value, intention, effort, consistency... What do you actually want to reap as your reward? What kind of ROI (Return On Investment) do you want to see from your involvement in thi...

Where do we start? Steffany Hanlen is the embodiment of legacy through skating. A skater herself, turned coach, then NHL skating coach & now Olympic Performance Coach. Steffany has created her own brand of success and creative business in the world of ice sports. In addition to all her experiences and insights, she's also the co-owner of Skating Success™ as well as my dear friend. I know y...

How you learn really matters! Take inventory of your learning style: are you auditory? visual? or kinaesthetic? When you harness your learning & get serious about your retention, you create exponential learning results. This is key to your skating success! This episode really is a game-changer! Get ready to take notes & create an action plan from the tips inside. Let me know what resonates...