Best Sitting Volleyball Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 94: Broadcasting in Volleyball featuring Emily Ehman 1:27:37

8d ago1:27:37

1:27:37

In episode 94, we talk volleyball and broadcasting with host, analyst and sports broadcaster Emily Ehman (10:12 - 1:18:49)! She is all over the volleyball scene: Athletes Unlimited, Big Ten Network, ESPN, Fox Sports, Pro Volleyball Federation to name a few. She is currently calling matches for Volleyball World at Volleyball Nations League. She shar…

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Episode 93: The Making of the Ultimate Beach Partner featuring Theo Brunner 1:03:24

22d ago1:03:24

1:03:24

In this episode of The USA Volleyball Show, Stephen is flying solo as Clarence is in Columbus for Open National Championship. Stephen and guest host Sevrin Lavenstein then talked to U.S. Beach National Team athlete Theo Brunner (7:49 - 56:08). Theo shares all about his background from how he got into volleyball and how he was introduced to the nati…

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Episode 92: The Unwritten Rule: Giving it All You've Got, featuring Heather Erickson 1:44:31

1M ago1:44:31

1:44:31

In episode 92 of The USA Volleyball Show, Clarence and Stephen catch up ahead of the USA Volleyball Open National Championship. Then, they sit down with four-time Paralympic medalist and U.S. Women's Sitting National Team opposite Heather Erickson (15:52 - 1:31:49). Heather shares stories her introduction to the game and to the sitting national tea…

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Episode 91: Rob on the Mic, on the Pod featuring Rob Espero 1:28:31

2M ago1:28:31

1:28:31

In episode 91 of The USA Volleyball Show, Clarence and Stephen catch up after their trip to Baltimore for Girls 18s Junior National Championship. Then, they sit down with volleyball emcee Rob Espero, aka Rob on the Mic (13:56 - 1:19:31). Rob is the announcer for several USA Volleyball national team and beach events as well as AVP and NCAA men's eve…

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Episode 90: Time for Middles to Take Over featuring Jeff Jendryk 1:25:19

2M ago1:25:19

1:25:19

In episode 90, we are celebrating three years of The USA Volleyball Show! Stephen is BACK and reunited with Clarence after being out on parental leave. They catch up and welcome on the Jungle Cat, U.S. Men's National Team middle blocker, Jeff Jendryk (16:25 - 1:16:39). Jeff shares his journey in volleyball from starting out to the National Team. He…

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Episode 89: Try, Try Everything featuring James Stuck 1:17:59

3M ago1:17:59

1:17:59

In this episode, Clarence welcomes back guest host Curtis Ward while Stephen is out on family leave. They sit down with Paralympian and U.S. Men's Sitting Team member James Stuck (7:44 - 1:07:25). Stuck and the team are in China this week at the final qualification tournament for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. James talks about serving in the Arm…

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Episode 88: Reunited and It Feels SO Good featuring Sara Hughes 55:01

3M ago55:01

55:01

In this episode, Clarence welcomes back guest host Sevrin Lavenstein while Stephen is out on Family Leave. They sit down with beach volleyball world champion and U.S. Beach National Team athlete, Sara Hughes (9:50 - 47:18). Sara talks about her beach volleyball journey including her early partnership with Justine Wong-Orantes, her reunion with Kell…

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Episode 87: Going 4 Gold, Again featuring Justine Wong-Orantes 45:51

4M ago45:51

45:51

In this episode, Clarence welcomes back USA Volleyball Communications Manager B.J. Hoeptner Evans as guest host. They sit down with Olympic gold medalist and U.S. Women's National Team libero Justine Wong-Orantes (7:11 - 40:57). Justine shares how she was introduced to the game and about how her experience with disappointment drove her to be a bett…

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Episode 86: LIVE(ish) from the U.S. Women's National Team Open Program featuring Jordan Larson 20:55

4M ago20:55

20:55

In this SPECIAL episode, Clarence and Stephen are BACK together LIVE(ish) from the 2024 Women's National Team Open Program from the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. They welcome back our first three-peat podcast guest, three-time Olympian, Tokyo gold medalist and U.S. Women's National Team outside hitter Jordan Larso…

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Episode 85: Climbing the Sand Hill featuring Andy Benesh and Miles Partain 1:13:19

4M ago1:13:19

1:13:19

In this episode, we have guest host Sevrin Lavenstein joining Clarence and they sit down with the current top U.S. Beach National Team men's pair, Andy Benesh and Miles Partain (11:27 - 1:04:32). We get an in-depth look at this awesome beach team. We learn about how Andy and Miles became a team, how they were introduced to the National Team and wha…

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Episode 84: For the LOVB of the Game featuring Courtney Thompson 44:21

4M ago44:21

44:21

In this episode, we put the lid on the 2023 AVCA in Tampa with two-time Olympic medalist and former U.S. Women's National Team setter Courtney Thompson. (6:39 - 38:36). Courtney talks about her role at AVCA and shares some of her interests off-court. She looks back on her Olympic experience and talks about her involvement with League One Volleyball…

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Episode 83: Sailing Off into the Sunset featuring Hazel Goldstein 48:53

5M ago48:53

48:53

In this episode, we continue our conversations from 2023 AVCA in Tampa with a chat with Hazel Goldstein, Excelsior Empire Region Commissioner and former director of Whoosh Volleyball Club. (7:57 - 42:55). Hazel shares about her vast background in volleyball and in the region, as well as her current role as commissioner. She talks about the recent c…

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Episode 82: "Cause I'm a Punkrocker, Yes I Am," featuring Jordyn Poulter 1:03:50

5M ago1:03:50

1:03:50

In this episode, we share our conversation from our USA Volleyball booth at the 2023 AVCA Convention in Tampa. Clarence and Stephen welcome Olympic gold medalist and U.S. Women's National Team setter, Jordyn Poulter. (8:18 - 57:44). Jordyn shares some of her personal interests including music; talks about recovery from her knee injury; looks ahead …

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Episode 81: Born in the Fire featuring Nickie Sanlin 59:47

6M ago59:47

59:47

In this episode, we're coming to you LIVE(ish) from Tampa at the 2023 AVCA Convention Podcast Theater. Clarence and Stephen welcome Nickie Sanlin, who is the head men's coach, former women's head coach and assistant athletic director and director of volleyball at McKendree University. (1:19 - 59:16). Nickie talks about her background in volleyball …

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Episode 80: My Unusual Life featuring Laurie Lewis Havel 1:23:26

6M ago1:23:26

1:23:26

In this episode, we have a volleyball pioneer on the show! Clarence and Stephen welcome 1968 Olympian, former U.S. Women's National Team athlete, and author Laurie Lewis Havel (13:20 - 1:15:58). We learn about Laurie's background including what it was like growing up in California and the early days of the beach volleyball boom. She also talks abou…

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094 How to Handle Athlete Burnout! 🔥 21:17

7M ago21:17

21:17

For athletes and high performing people, burnout can be your worst nightmare. We never want to get to the point where we are struggling so much that we have to take our foot off the gas entirely. BUT it happens all the time! If you have ever struggled with burnout (and never want to get to that point again) then this episode is for you. In this epi…

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Episode 79: The Songbird of Our Generation featuring Alfee Reft 1:29:56

7M ago1:29:56

1:29:56

In this episode, after Clarence and Stephen share their picks for the NCAA Division I Volleyball Championship, they welcome U.S. Women's National Team assistant coach and UCLA women's head coach Alfee Reft (16:37 - 1:16:53). Alfee takes us through his volleyball journey from his time playing on the U.S. Men's National Team to how he got into coachi…

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Episode 78: Listen...You Won't featuring Taylor Averill 2:01:36

7M ago2:01:36

2:01:36

Worth every minute! In our longest episode yet, Clarence and Stephen welcome on U.S. Men's National Team middle blocker Taylor Averill (11:07 - 1:52:22). Taylor shares his often-difficult volleyball journey and how he's matured as a person. While talking about his own podcast, "The Tallest Podcast on Earth," he discusses the importance of mental he…

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Episode 77: From Heart Surgery to Natty Champ featuring Asjia O'Neal 1:13:24

8M ago1:13:24

1:13:24

In this episode, Clarence and Stephen are back in studio together. After catching up with each other they sit down with U.S. Women's National Team and University of Texas middle blocker, Asjia O'Neal (12:29 - 1:03:42). We learn about Asjia's background, her journey through two heart surgeries, winning the NCAA National Championship last year with T…

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092 Guided Visualization for Athletes: Release Negativity 8:44

8M ago8:44

8:44

If you are an athlete, or have an athlete, who struggles with having a negative mindset, you're going to want to tune in for this short guided visualization to release negativity and channel inner confidence! Settle in for this guided visualization to let go of any negative emotions you have about your performance, making mistakes or anything in be…

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Episode 76: The Turning Point for Sitting Volleyball featuring Bill Hamiter 1:26:13

8M ago1:26:13

1:26:13

In this episode, Stephen flying solo as Clarence is busy in meetings prepping for the upcoming volleyball season. Stephen sits down with USA Volleyball's Sitting Volleyball Director and the U.S. Women's Sitting National Team head coach, Bill Hamiter (5:40 - 1:21:48). Bill talks about his vast background in volleyball, sitting volleyball, coaching a…

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091 Guided Meditation for Athletes in Transition 11:31

8M ago11:31

11:31

If you are an athlete who is going through a transition right now (injury, change of coaches, team, or transitioning away from your sport), this episode is FOR YOU! Transitions are SO HARD for athletes and can leave you feeling anxious, uncertain and fearful about what your future holds. As an athlete, so much of your identity is wrapped up in your…

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Episode 75: Elevate Yourself featuring Coach Donny Hui 1:34:49

9M ago1:34:49

1:34:49

In this episode, Stephen makes his return from parental leave. He and Clarence catch up with each other, and Stephen shares stories about being a new dad, including already watching the Men's National Team with his son. Then, they sit down with volleyball coach, strength trainer, jump trainer, YouTuber, motivational speaker and Elevate Yourself fou…

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Episode 74: Team TKN featuring Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss 1:10:23

9M ago1:10:23

1:10:23

In this episode, Clarence welcomes guest host and USA Volleyball's Digital Media and Content Coordinator, Sevrin Lavenstein to the show. Then, they sit down with U.S. Beach National Team pair TKN, Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss (8:54 - 59:32). They share their experiences on the FIVB Beach Pro Tour and the AVP Tour, and talk about everything that wen…

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088 MEDITATION FOR ATHLETES WITH ANXIETY 🤯 6:37

9M ago6:37

6:37

Are you an athlete who struggles with anxiety on and off the court? If you have a hard time letting nerves get the best of you, and are afraid to make mistakes, and fear letting people down, I hear you. Anxiety can be SO hard for athletes who just want to perform their best. This is exactly why I created this 5 minute guided meditation for athletes…

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Episode 73: A Healthy Obsession with Volleyball featuring Reid Priddy 1:22:53

10M ago1:22:53

1:22:53

In this episode, Clarence welcomes guest host and USA Volleyball's Communications Manager B.J. Hoeptner Evans to the show. Then, they sit down with four-time Olympian and two-time Olympic medalist Reid Priddy (8:21 - 1:16:55). Reid shares stories from his Olympic experiences as well as chats about his time on the indoor and beach national teams, an…

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086 How to Optimize Fertility: Dr. Kiltz of CNY Fertility on Inflammation, IVF & Why Plant Based Diets are Killing Us 1:12:12

10M ago1:12:12

1:12:12

This was one of my favorite podcast episodes I've recorded. I had the honor of interviewing Dr. Robert Kiltz, founder of CNY Fertility to discuss all things fertility. Join me for this solo episode where we discuss: Dr. Kiltz's fertility best tips for boosting fertility Why a Plant Based is hurting fertility and overall health Benefits of Carnivore…

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Episode 72: Volleyball Takes a Dancer featuring Micha Hancock 1:02:08

10M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

In this episode, Clarence is flying solo for this episode as Stephen is out for a few weeks while on parental leave. Listen to our chat with Olympic gold medalist and U.S. Women's National Team setter Micha Hancock (6:34 - 52:05). Micha gets into some of her memories from her USA Volleyball club days, chats about her time at the Tokyo Olympics, and…

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084 UltraMarathon Training Tips from Backyard Ultra World Record Holder Phil Gore 1:07:26

10M ago1:07:26

1:07:26

If you are a runner, or have been curious about what mental and physical training looks like for Ultramarathon runners, then you don't want to miss this episode! This episode is full of Ultramarathoner Phil Gore's race training tips that will help you with your mental training and hopefully inspire you to take that jump into training for an ultrama…

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083 Meditation for Perfectionism 15:01

11M ago15:01

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Attention all overachievers!! 🙌🏼 If you struggle with perfectionism and feeling like you have to keep ALL THE THINGS together all the time, then this episode is for you. Settle in and enjoy! We have a BRAND NEW FREE RESOURCE FOR YOU!! 🎉 FROM WORRIER TO WARRIOR: The Athletes Checklist to STOP OVERTHINKING ➡ https://www.readysetmindful.com/⬅ Train Ha…

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Episode 71: Get on the Motorcycle and Ride: An All-Star Champs Episode featuring Steve Bishop 1:09:17

11M ago1:09:17

1:09:17

In this episode, Clarence and Stephen catch up for Stephen's last full episode of the podcast for a few weeks while he's out on parental leave. Then, we're getting back on the region side of things. They welcome Florida Region Executive Director and President Steve Bishop (10:40 - 1:00:33) to the show. They chat about his background in volleyball, …

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082 How to Train for Your First Marathon + How to Manage Your Anxiety as an Athlete w/ 13x Boston Qualifier Elizabeth Clor 1:01:01

11M ago1:01:01

1:01:01

If you are a runner, you don't want to miss this episode! This episode is full of race training tips that will help you with your training and hopefully inspire you to take that jump into training for a marathon in the future! In this episode: ✅Elizabeth's journey from not being able to run 2 miles to qualifying fro Boston 13x ✅Mental barriers that…

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081 5 WAYS FOR ATHLETES TO STOP OVERTHINKING 🤯 24:01

11M ago24:01

24:01

Athletes: Have you ever struggled with overthinking about ALL THE THINGS? Mistakes you made, bad performances, disappointing your coach/teammate/parent, responses that you had that you wish you could take back...?! This episode is ALL about OVERTHINKING. In this episode: What overthinking actually IS Triggers for Overthinking Resources for athletes…

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Episode 70: U19 National Team Training LIVE(ish) from the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center 1:14:59

11M ago1:14:59

1:14:59

In this episode, Clarence and Stephen are together IN PERSON and catch up. Then, for this special LIVE(ish) episode from the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, they welcome Girls U19 National Team head coach Jamie Morrison, Girls U19 National Team athlete Abby Vander Wal, Boys U19 National Team head coach Charlie Sulliva…

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080 Taking Back Control and Going Alcohol Free w/ AVP Beach Volleyball Player Christian Honer 1:10:28

11M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

If you've ever been curious about what being an alcohol free athlete looks like then you're going to be interested in this episode. Christian Honer is a Christian is a professional beach volleyball player, certified hypnotherapist, mental performance coach, certified recovery coach, a sales and marketing growth specialist and an amazing human commi…

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079 Try This Breathing Technique That Helps Athletes Manage Anxiety w/ Therapist & Athlete Kerri Bicskei 26:19

11M ago26:19

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Are you an athlete or high performing person who has been slowed down by your anxiety? Anxiety can be crippling, frustrating and leave you feeling powerless. This solo episode is all about how breathwork can help you take back your performance and mental health by using a few easy (free) to use tools. In this episode: Humming Breath technique fro a…

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Episode 69: It All Comes Back to Rollerblading featuring Liane Sato 56:34

11M ago56:34

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In this episode, we recap our time at the 2023 Girls Junior National Championship 14-17s and the 2023 Boys Junior National Championship. Then we welcome 1992 Olympic bronze medalist and USA Volleyball Hall of Famer, Liane Sato (10:52 - 52:32). Liane is a former U.S. Women's National Team athlete who competed in both the 1988 and 1992 Olympic Games.…

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078 Triathlon Mistakes to Avoid with athlete & therapist Kerri Bicskei feat. Pro Triathlete Carolyn Carter 1:01:16

12M ago1:01:16

1:01:16

If you're a triathlete then this episode is for you! In this episode Finding the joy in the sport How to get yourself out of a bad race funk Race fueling mistakes and lessons learned The importance of sleep and routine for race mental performance DON'T FORGET... You can also watch this episode on YOUTUBE! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our youtube chann…

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077 Setting Boundaries is Not Hard If You Know This as an Athlete! 28:09

12M ago28:09

28:09

The Boundaries Episode! This week is all about mistakes that athletes and overachievers make with setting boundaries. Athletes and high performing people LOVE to be able to do it all. We tend to overcommit, have a hard time saying no and spread ourselves WAY too thin! Setting boundaries to protect ourselves tends to fall by the wayside. HOWEVER...w…

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Episode 68: Getting an Edge featuring Cody Kessel 1:05:03

12M ago1:05:03

1:05:03

In this episode, Clarence and Stephen chat about the 2023 Girls Junior National Championship 11-13s in Minneapolis, including seeing Stephen's doppelgänger and how they'll both be heading to Chicago for the 2023 Girls Junior National Championship 14-17s. Then they welcome on Olympic City, Colorado Springs native and U.S. Men's National Team outside…

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076 Guided Meditation for BUSY ATHLETES 🤯 6:36

1y ago6:36

6:36

Are you a busy athlete who juggles way too many things throughout your day? Athletes have full plates. I totally get it. From training, relationships, school/work and family-there is so many things to keep track of! If you're feeling overwhelmed by all that you have to do in a day and need a 5 minute reset, this episode is for you! You can do anyth…

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075 Coaches as Father Figures: How To Identify Great Coaches & Sports Mentors 50:18

1y ago50:18

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Fathers Day Episode! This weeks episode the tables are turned and Austin takes over the podcast and interviews me, so buckle up! We talk about my experience with my various coaches and mentors and how those relationships shaped my athletic career and impacted my personal development. In this episode Austin and I discuss: Red flags to look for in a …

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Episode 67: The Governor is Back featuring Jordan Larson 1:17:30

1y ago1:17:30

1:17:30

In this episode, Clarence and Stephen chat about the successful 2023 Open National Championship. But that's just the warmup for this big episode, as they welcome back three-time Olympian, Tokyo gold medalist and U.S. Women's National Team outside hitter Jordan Larson (12:35 - 1:03:28). Jordan talks about being back in the USA gym, shares her Olympi…

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074 ALTERNATIVE Medicine: What athletes need to know about PLANT medicine & REIKI 1:16:18

1y ago1:16:18

1:16:18

Buckle up for this episode as I sit down with my wonderful friend Stephanie Neville. Stephanie is a former professional volleyball player and current Reiki practitioner living in Montreal, Canada. She is an advocate for plant medicine, meditation and mindfulness to promote mental health and spiritual growth. In this episode Stephanie and I discuss:…

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073 5 Minute Guided Meditation for Gratitude 🙏🏼 7:36

1y ago7:36

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It's hard to be grateful sometimes. I get it. Especially when hard things come up in life and it's WAY easier to focus on the negative. If you are someone who wants to improve your gratitude practice but don't really know where to start..THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU! Settle in for 5 minutes of a short and sweet meditation to appreciate the small things …

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072 Mindset training lessons from Special Ops Lt Col Rachel Lopez + Promo Code for our Merch 1:13:40

1y ago1:13:40

1:13:40

In honor of Memorial Day and being a military spouse, I thought it was important to have a real discussion around mental health and special operators. The special operations community is stacked with high performing men and women who are placed in extremely stressful environments and are expected to thrive under pressure. There is so much stigma ar…

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071 5 Things I Learned From My First Half IRONMAN Race 🙌🏼 35:27

1y ago35:27

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5 things I learned from my first 70.3 Half Ironman race! 1.) Don't ride too close to people. 🚩 So many people crashed right in front of me and I barely dodged them. So I just wanted to be as far away from people and protect myself as much as possible. I tried to be super mindful and control as much as I could. I would pass people on my bike and the…

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070 5 Minute Guided Meditation for ATHLETE ANXIETY 🤯 6:03

1y ago6:03

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Are you an athlete who has ever experienced anxiety? There is so much pressure for athletes to perform and balance life and sport. Trust me, I hear you! Find a comfortable spot and lean in to this short and sweet 5 minute guided meditation by athlete, therapist & mindset coach Kerri Bicskei. Make sure to check out readysetmindful.com and Subscribe …

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Episode 66: The 2023 USA Volleyball Hall of Fame featuring Scott Fortune 1:25:45

1y ago1:25:45

1:25:45

In this episode, Clarence and Stephen kick off the episode talking about what they've been up to including Stephen's Babymoon trip to the beach. Then they sit down with Class of 2023 USA Volleyball Hall of Fame Harold T. Friermood "Frier" Award winner and Olympic gold medalist Scott Fortune (13:56 - 1:14:59). Scott shares all about his career and w…

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Episode 65: All-Time Great Male Indoor Athlete featuring Ryan Millar 1:19:53

1y ago1:19:53

1:19:53

In this episode, Clarence and Stephen kick off the episode by talking about sports highlights, including the U.S. Women's Sitting Team and the Denver Nuggets. Then they sit down with Class of 2023 USA Volleyball Hall of Fame inductee and Olympic gold medalist Ryan Millar (13:37 - 1:10:25). Ryan talks about his career and what got him interested in …

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