With Winning In Mind

In this episode of 'Winning in Mind,' host Troy Bassham and Mental Management founder Lanny Bassham discuss the evolution of Mental Management Systems over the decades. Lanny shares his journey from focusing on personal improvement in competitive shooting to teaching others about mental skills. He emphasizes the importance of integrating mental processes with technical skills to enhance performance, particularly in high-pressure situations. The conversation highlights key concepts such as the significance of self-image, the phases of performance, and the necessity of a holistic approach to training that includes mental reinforcement alongside physical technique. Our Websites Lanny’s Website https://withwinninginmind.com Troy’s Website and our store https://mentalmanagement.com Heather’s Website https://heathersumlin.com Our YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@mentalmanagementsystemsllc3097 Our Books and Journals  https://mentalmanagement.com Our Online Courses https://mm-courses.thinkific.com. Our Patreon Site https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind 

Lanny and Troy interview Austen Smith, a member of the US Olympic team for Paris in Olympic Skeet shooting. Austen shares her journey into competitive shooting, starting with her interest in video games and transitioning to clay target shooting. She met Vincent Hancock, a three-time gold medalist, who introduced her to international skeet shooting. Austen has since climbed the ranks, making the national team and participating in world championships and the Tokyo Olympics. She is now preparing for the Paris Olympics. Austin discusses her work with Lanny Bassham to refine her mental game.

The podcast discusses the selection process for Olympic teams in individual sports, focusing on shooting. It explores the timing of team selection, the impact of training proximity to the Olympics, and the strategies for preparing athletes effectively. The hosts share insights on the advantages and disadvantages of different selection methods, emphasizing the importance of consistent performance and proper training approaches. They highlight the significance of international representation in the Olympics and the unique dynamics of shooting sports. The conversation touches on athletes' experiences, competitors' longevity in shooting sports, and the excitement surrounding the upcoming Olympics in Paris.

In this podcast episode, Lanny and Troy discuss the importance of taking breaks in sports and training. They explain the principle of the break, which suggests that taking a break helps you forget what you're doing wrong and allows you to come back refreshed and perform better. The frequency and duration of breaks depend on the sport, level of training, and individual circumstances. The hosts also mention the benefits of taking breaks after major competitions, at the end of the year and balancing life outside of sports. They emphasize the need to schedule breaks, commit to them, and believe they will lead to improved performance. The hosts plan to explore this topic further on their Patreon channel.