Athlete Tip: How to Stay Motivated When You Don't Feel Like It

Raising Elite Competitors

Hey athletes, ever have those days where you just want to skip practice and chill on the couch? Trust me, I get it! But here’s the thing, the best athletes don’t let those feelings hold them back. In this episode, I’m sharing my secrets for staying motivated, even when you really don’t feel like it.
What’s Covered

• Why you need to define your goals as an athlete.
• How motivation is unreliable and what to use instead.
• Creating a plan for extra training and sticking to it.
• The “rule of thirds” – why not all practices will be amazing.
• The importance of giving your best, even with limited energy.

Athletes, ready to become the best version of yourself, on and off the field? Want to learn how to stay focused and crush those goals? Then you need to listen to the full episode of the Raising Elite Competitors podcast. I’ll share even more strategies for developing that unbeatable mindset!

Episode Highlights:

[00:09] Staying motivated as an athlete, even when you don’t feel like it.
[02:01] Motivation and discipline in sports. Motivation is inconsistent and unreliable, while discipline is key to achieving goals.
[03:20] Importance of setting goals and knowing your “why”.
[06:11] Motivation and goal-setting for athletes. Tools for athletes to stay motivated and disciplined, such as the rule of thirds and giving what they have.
[07:30] Importance of creating a schedule and tracking your progress.
[08:50] The “Rule of Thirds” for training sessions.
[09:35] The “Give What You Have” mentality.
[11:20] Summary/Recap of staying motivated.
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Chapter

1. Staying Motivated as an Athlete (00:00:00)

2. Athlete Mental Game Training Tips (00:10:35)