Podcast Episode 9: The Mind-Body Connection

In this episode of The Mental Weight Room, host and certified mental performance coach, Antoinette Datoc, explores the critical connection between thoughts, emotions, and athletic performance. Athletes often focus solely on physical skills, overlooking the mental factors that significantly impact performance. Antoinette breaks down how thoughts influence emotions, emotions affect physical states, and ultimately how this cycle can either enhance or hinder athletic performance. She provides actionable tips to control thoughts, regulate emotions, and disrupt negative patterns to elevate your game. The episode highlights strategies including positive self-talk, visualization, emotional awareness, and pre-performance routines. By mastering this connection, athletes can achieve greater confidence, composure, and performance outcomes. The episode concludes with an invitation to explore personalized mental performance training for further improvement.

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I’m Antoinette Datoc

I coach athletes of all ages and skill levels on how to flex their mental muscles in ways to elevate performance, both on and off the field. I also work one-on-one and in group settings with parents of athletes, coaches, and teams on developing habits aimed at cultivating a positive mindset and mental strength.