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EP166: Mental Performance Coach Michael Huber on Improving Mental Performance

Podcast: The Transforming Basketball Podcast · Transforming Basketball

Opublikowano: 2026-06-03

In this episode, George is joined by Michael Huber to explore how mental performance training can help athletes become more present, resilient, and adaptable under pressure. Michael shares practical strategies for mindfulness, self-talk, visualization, and communication, while also discussing how coaches can build mentally challenging practice environments that better prepare players for real-game adversity. Chapters: 01:00 – Introduction to Michael Huber and mental performance coaching 02:00 – Defining mental performance and helping athletes apply skills in competition 03:30 – Awareness, mindfulness, and learning to stay present under pressure 05:00 – Using breathing, self-talk, and visualization to regulate e...