The Mentally Fit Athlete
The Mentally Fit Athlete
Podcast Description
The Mentally Fit Athlete is hosted by Lidia Garcia, MSW and Dr. Jason von Stietz. We discuss the mental side of sport and performance. Each episode is an informal open conversation filled with practical takeaways useful for coaches, athletes, and anyone interested in performance and wellbeing.
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The podcast focuses on the mental aspects of sports and performance, addressing common misconceptions in sports psychology with episode topics such as debunking myths about mental toughness and the role of therapy in enhancing competitive edge, centering on practical applications for athletes and coaches.
The Mentally Fit Athlete is hosted by Lidia Garcia, MSW and Dr. Jason von Stietz. We discuss the mental side of sport and performance. Each episode is an informal open conversation filled with practical takeaways useful for coaches, athletes, and anyone interested in performance and wellbeing.
In this episode of The Mentally Fit Athlete, a Los Angeles running coach asks: “How can athletes manage pre-workout anxiety?” Dr. Jason von Stietz and Lidia Garcia, MSW share simple, science-backed mental tools to help runners and endurance athletes cultivate confidence, focus, and a growth-oriented mindset before every workout.
What You’ll Learn
- Understanding Pre-Workout Anxiety
- Impact of Social Apps on Athlete Stress
- Having your mission in mind as an athlete
- Journaling, Therapy & Support Systems
Featured Resources & Links:
Lidia Garcia, MSW• Website: lidiagarcia.net• Instagram: @liddie.g• Pasadena Run Club: @pasadena.runclub
Dr. Jason von Stietz• Website: drjasonvonstietz.com• Instagram: @cbtsportpsych• Bluesky: @cbtsportpsych
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