Coaches, listen up. If you’re still banking on rewards and consequences to push your athletes to the limit, you’re skating on thin ice. Let’s get real—inspiration beats extrinsic motivators every single time. Why? Because while dangling a carrot or brandishing a stick might give you a quick fix, it’s the fire of inspiration that fuels […]
Imagine standing at the edge of a track, the cold air burning your lungs and stiffness in your legs as you eye the stretch ahead with your frosty breath visible in the winter chill. You know the run will be grueling, yet something deep inside nudges you forward. This is the daily reality for athletes […]
As a coach, your approach to motivating and developing athletes is pivotal to their success and overall enjoyment of the sport. Recognizing and harnessing the power of different mindsets, specifically the growth and curiosity mindsets, can significantly enhance your coaching strategy. Understanding that each athlete is unique, with distinct personality types and motivational triggers, is […]