The Champions Corner

You train hard. You show up. You do the reps. So why does it all fall apart when it actually matters? In this episode of The Champions Corner Podcast , mindset coach Kate Elizabeth breaks down the real reason athletes freeze under pressure and it’s not your nerves, your fitness, or your preparation. It’s your identity. If you’ve ever walked off the mat knowing you had more to give, this episode wi...

Fresh off four competitions in seven weeks, Australian Taekwondo athlete Matty B. Summerfield joins Kate Elizabeth for one of the most honest conversations to land in the Champions Corner. Matty just came off the back of a bronze at the Canada Open, a quarterfinal appearance at the USA Open in Vegas, and a gold medal at the Oceania Championships on home soil. And yet, the most powerful moments in...

The finished stance. The full push-up. The bed you throw the doona over before you start your day. These are the 1% habits that don't look like much on their own. But compounded over time, across every session, every morning, every tiny decision when nobody is watching? They build the athlete, the parent, and the person you are becoming. In this episode I get personal. Really personal. I talk...

You’ve just walked off the mat. The match is over. And someone asks “How did you go?”   In that split second, before you even open your mouth, yourwhole body tightens.   That moment? It’s not just about a result. And in thisepisode, Taekwondo Mindset Coach Kate Elizabeth explains exactly why and what to do about it.   Kate opens with a story about a nine year old BJJ girl who hadlost the same figh...

Do you ever wonder why your athlete performs brilliantly in training but falls apart on competition day? In this episode, Taekwondo Mindset Coach Kate Elizabeth reveals the one thing every athlete, parent, and coach needs to hear before their next comp — and it’s not what most people expect. Kate breaks down the confidence myth that’s holding athletes back, shares the mental training secrets of Mi...

In this episode of The Champions Corner , Taekwondo Mindset Coach Kate Elizabeth breaks down one of the biggest mindset mistakes high-performance athletes make: tying their confidence to the podium. If your happiness depends on winning, selections, or rankings, you are setting yourself up for emotional instability in competition . This episode dives into sports psychology, competition mindset, and...

Selections weekend is not just about medals, rankings, or who makes the team. It’s about nervous systems on overload , expectations running wild, and athletes trying to perform while their brain is screaming louder than the speakers in the stadium. And yeah… the music was banging. But so were the emotions. In this episode of The Champions Corner , I unpack what really goes on behind the scenes of...

In Episode 3 of the When It’s Just You and the Mat mini series, Kate Elizabeth tackles the invisible opponent most athletes don’t see coming: Drift. This is the phase where comparison creeps in. Where everyone looks sharp. Where confidence starts leaking sideways instead of staying anchored in preparation. This episode is about pulling attention back into your lane and understanding that, right no...

As selections approach and competition pressure rises, many athletes assume nerves and pressure are the problem. In this episode of The Champions Corner , we flip that belief on its head. Pressure isn’t what breaks athletes. Confusion does. In Episode 2 of Just You and the Mat mini series, Kate Elizabeth breaks down why pressure actually sharpens performance when an athlete is clear on their role,...

In this 4 part mini series on The Champions Corner , this episode kicks off the Just You and the Mat series with a hard truth most athletes, parents, and coaches avoid: Motivation is overrated. Decisions are everything. This conversation dives into what happens when the noise drops away, no crowd, no hype, no validation or all of the above at extra volume, just you, your standards, and the choices...

Reflection isn’t soft. It’s data. High-performance athletes don’t guess their way forward. They review footage, track metrics, assess behaviours, and get honest about what worked, what didn’t, and what needs to stop. In this episode, we unpack how athletes and coaches should reflect on the 2025 season using performance data, standards, and identity-based decision making. This process is especially...

In this episode of The Champions Corner , Athlete Mindset Coach Kate Elizabeth breaks down the three pillars that shape every high-performance Taekwondo athlete: identity, courage, and bravery . If you’re serious about competing in 2026, this is the episode you needed months ago. Kate explores why identity isn’t just who you are today. It’s who you’re choosing to become , and how your behaviours,...

In this episode of The Champions Corner Podcast , I am talking directly to you, the parent in the corner. I am Kate Elizabeth, Athlete Mindset Coach, mum of an elite Taekwondo athlete, mum of an 8-year-old and owner of one very spicy brain. After 13 years in Taekwondo, travelling the world for comps and investing stupid amounts of time, money and energy into this sport, I have seen one thing clear...

In this episode of The Champions Corner Podcast , Kate Elizabeth breaks down the real backbone of elite performance, the beliefs athletes carry into training, competition, and everyday life. She unpacks how deeply held beliefs can shape self-worth, influence motivation, and directly impact performance, especially in high-pressure sports like taekwondo. Kate dives into why so many athletes push har...

Words aren’t just noise — they literally shape us. In this episode, Kate Elizabeth dives into the wild connection between emotions, self-love, water crystals, appreciation, and emotional health . Using the famous research on how water reacts to positive and negative words , Kate flips the mirror back on you: if words can fracture water, what are they doing to your body? This conversation gets deep...

In this episode of The Champions Corner Podcast , Kate Elizabeth breaks down one of the biggest mindset traps out there: believing happiness only comes after we reach our goals. With her trademark no-bullshit honesty, Kate unpacks why visionary thinking is the real secret to sustained happiness and personal growth. She shares how seeing the bigger picture helps us fall in love with the process, no...

In this episode of The Champions Corner , host Kate Elizabeth dives deep into what separates good athletes from great ones: resilience, preparation, and mental toughness. Because let’s be real, if you’ve never been kicked in the head at training, you’re not ready for competition day. Kate breaks down how setbacks aren’t failures, they’re rehearsals for success. She shares how athletes, parents, an...

In this powerhouse episode, Australian Taekwondo champion and Olympian Leon Sejranovic sits down with host Kate Elizabeth to unpack the mindset, grit, and growth that shape an elite athlete. Leon opens up about his road to the Olympic stage , from gruelling training sessions to the emotional highs and lows that come with representing your country. Together, they explore what it really takes to per...

Summary In this episode, Kate Elizabeth guides listeners through a mindfulness exercise designed to ground and center them before a competition. She emphasizes the importance of being present, trusting in one's training, and focusing on the moment rather than the outcome. The session encourages athletes to connect with their bodies, breathe deeply, and embrace the energy of the competition, ul...

Worlds Week! Australian National team athlete Matty Summerfield (-63kg) and host Kate Elizabeth unpack the exact mindset and nutrition strategies heading into Wuxi 2025 : smart weight cuts, hydration that actually works, simple post-weigh-in carbs, nightly competence logs, and adapting to KPNP without ditching your strengths. If you’re a taekwondo athlete, parent, or coach , this episode gives you...

In this episode of The Champions Corner, Kate Elizabeth shares her excitement about the podcast's evolution and her journey as a coach and mother. She defines what she believes it means to be a champion, emphasising the importance of perseverance and personal growth. Kate discusses the purpose of The Champions Corner, aiming to create a supportive community for athletes and their families. Sh...

In this engaging conversation, Kate Elizabeth Mindset Coach and her son Matty Summerfield discuss the launch of The Champions Corner podcast, exploring what it means to be a champion, the importance of support systems, and the journey of an athlete in Taekwondo. Matty shares his experiences preparing for international competitions, the challenges he faces, and the role of mindset and mentorship in...