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Kerri Bicskei is a former Division 1 and professional volleyball player turned licensed therapist who works with athletes. Ready Set Mindful is a weekly conversation in the form of solo episodes, guided meditations and conversations with some of the leading experts, coaches and athletes within the realm of health + wellness. Kerri sits down with wellness professionals and elite athletes and explores topics of mental health, fitness, nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, self-development and ha ...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Supplements for Athletes: Athlete & Chemist Formexc CEO Dr. Mo talks about Boosting Performance with Supplements, with Athlete, Therapist and Mindset Coach Kerri Bicskei. This weeks episode Kerri sits down with Dr. Mo Tighsazzadeh, a British-Persian scientist and former professional athlete who decided to combine his love of sport and science to br…
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Fertility is a topic that we don't give it enough attention to, yet is SO important for our overall health. 1 in 6 people struggles with infertility worldwide so it's important now more than ever to pay attention to what we should be doing to improve our fertility. 🌱 In this episode I discuss: ☑️How infertility can impact your relationship and what…
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If you've ever wanted to shake off how last week went and have a fresh start to your week, this is the guided meditation for you! It's pretty common that as athletes and high performing people we have high expectations for ourselves. It's hard to let go of mistakes we make sometimes because we have such a high bar for performance. 🧠💪🏼 Let's start t…
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Who has ever stayed up way later than you wanted to because your brain was running through a million thoughts of what you still have to do or replaying how the day went?! Umm me! As someone who has struggled with the ol’ anxiety and sleep combo, I understand this first hand. In this episode, we'll explore the benefits of sleep for athletes and high…
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This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with badass Ironman athlete, marathon runner, mama and superhuman Kayla Floyd! Kayla is a former college runner who transitioned into triathlons and marathons after her college career. She has raced the legendary KONA full Ironman and is currently training for the legendary BOSTON marathon 💫 In this epis…
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👋 Hey there athletes and high performers! It's time to take a break from the hustle and bustle of our busy lives and focus on our mental wellbeing. 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️ Stress can be a major hurdle in our pursuit of greatness, but fear not! 🙅‍♂️ Our 5-minute meditation is here to help you release tension, reduce anxiety, and increase focus. 🧘‍♀️ During this me…
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🎉 Hey there, athletes and high performers! 🏋️‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Do you ever find yourself going through the motions and feeling like you're not fully present in the moment? 🤔 It's a common struggle for many people, but especially for those of us who are always pushing ourselves to perform at our best. That's why I wanted to share some tips on how to be more m…
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How's your self care routine?? Entrepreneurs tend to have a ton on their plate, have a fear of not getting enough 'done' during the day and have high levels of stress and anxiety. Ignoring self care in favor of 'getting more done' BACKFIRES big time later on I promise. Not making time to take care of yourself throughout the day can lead to terrible…
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Are you an athlete or high performing person who struggles with confidence? 👋🏼 We can't be confident ALL the time, and that's okay! Sometimes we get stuck comparing ourselves to others and stressing that we aren't good enough. It's an easy trap to get caught up in. If your lack of confidence is slowing you down, make sure to tune into this episode.…
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Ever been curious about the things you do in your day that are actually MAKING YOUR ANXIETY WORSE? Then stay tuned because this episode is for you! In this episode I discuss the 7 things that are making your anxiety WORSE! Make sure to JOIN my newsletter to get all the podcast episodes to your inbox! AND if you are an overachiever with anxiety... >…
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As athletes and overachievers, fueling your body to keep up with your goals is EVERYTHING. When our nutrition game is whack, we start to see the fallout in all areas of our lives (relationships, sleep, energy levels, mood, mental performance) 🧠 This weeks podcast is all about nutrition and how it impacts mental and physical performance for athletes…
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How much mindfulness do you incorporate into your daily routine? Do you walk? Meditate? Journal? Some of us are more mindful throughout the day, with built in mindful habits that are ingrained in our daily routines, and some of us need a little bit more mindfulness encouragement. It's easy to get lost in the chaos and to-do list of our days and use…
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On the podcast this week I was so lucky to be joined by Dr. Ashley Heintz, who is my acupuncturist here in Tampa, Florida. Ashley is a licensed acupuncturist who practices at Kodawari studios here in Tampa, FL. She works with many overachievers and athletes and sees many women for fertility issues. Ashley is a buti yoga enthusiast, plant medicine a…
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This week's solo episode is all about TRAUMA. 🌱 In this week's episode I talk about: Best tools for healing trauma long term ☑️ What trauma responses are and what they look like☑️ Types of trauma☑️ Unhealthy vs healthy coping tools☑️ If you are enjoying the Ready Set Mindful podcast make sure that you SUBSCRIBE ✔️ SHARE with a friend✔️ LEAVE A REVI…
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Ever been curious about how seeing a chiropractor can help your mental and physical performance? Stay tuned for this episode as I sit down with Dr. O and talk all things wellness and how seeing a chiro can positively impact your overall performance. In this episode we discuss: Common misconceptions about chiropractic care ✅ Dr. O's mindfulness rout…
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This episode is all about panic attacks. If you're an athlete or overachiever, stress and anxiety are par for the course, and sometimes panic attacks happen. If you are an athlete or overachiever who has ever experienced extreme anxiety and panic attacks and want tips from a licensed therapist on how to manage panic attacks, then this episode is fo…
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There is no one way or RIGHT way to meditate. Stay tuned to figure out which meditation style is best for you! In this episode I discuss: ✅Benefits of meditation for overachievers ✅How meditation improves your relationships & makes you a better human ✅How to mindfully meditate ✅What a focused meditation looks like ✅How to do a movement meditation ✅…
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With each year comes an evaluation of how the last year went. What went well, what didn't go well, things we want to change... This week's podcast gives you 5 TIPS TO MAKE YOUR GOALS STICK Setting 900 resolutions was so last year. This year pick ONE goal that is meaningful to you and helps you to bridge the gap from where you are to where you want …
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If you have ever been curious about what members of the USAF Special Operations community go through to be TOP performers under pressure, then this episode is for you! This week I sit down with my badass husband, TSGT Austin Bicskei to talk all things mental performance within the special operations community. Austin is a Tsgt in the USAF and works…
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The holidays can be a lot of fun, BUT for overachievers and athletes the holidays can be very stressful! Overcommitting, family time, consuming alcohol/sugar, having unrealistic expectations of ourselves and others, disruption to routine…lots of opportunities for stress to creep in! Join me this week for EPISODE 50: Meditation for Holiday Stress. D…
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Athletes and overachievers have STRESS. How do you act when you are in PAIN? How do you respond when you receive tough FEEDBACK? How do you act when you make a MISTAKE? How do you respond when you perform SHITTY ? 💩 💥How to change your emotion’s action response (avoidance or confrontation) and physiological responses (facial expression or breathing…
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4 signs you need a therapist or coach🚩 Are you an athlete or overachiever who wants to improve your performance or mental health?🧠 Are you stuck in having the same emotional responses, high stress levels, inability to handle pressure and are sick of it impacting your performance/relationships/sleep? Getting a therapist or coach could HELP you!! In …
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Sit back, relax and tune into what your body is trying to tell you. Body Scan meditation is a great tool for athletes to tap into any areas of the body that are holding onto stress, tension, tightness or pain. We often don't pay attention to our body until we have pain or discomfort. This meditation will allow you to tap into you body and notice wh…
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Visualization is an AMAZING tool for athletes to use to improve their performance. Visualization or imagery helps rewire our brain and condition our body to perform optimally. Many Olympic and elite professional athlete use visualization to give them the extra edge that they need to feel prepared for races and competitions. It is the ultimate pre-g…
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Whether you are run 5K's, ultra-marathons or triathlons...this episode is for you! All athletes encounter mental barriers along their training journey leading up to a big race. Sometimes self doubt, fear or limiting beliefs creep in uninvited and can sabotage our race goals. Tune into this episode for tips on how to reach your race goals without ge…
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Are you a new triathlete who is curious about dipping your toes in the triathlon waters? OR are you an experienced triathlete interested in learning how to improve your mental and physical performance in tri's? Whatever camp you're in, this episode is for you! This episode I sit down with sponsored triathlete Brandon Rouse. Brandon has completed fu…
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Are you an athlete who likes the idea of meditating before your competition but don't have time to do a full longer guided meditation? This short and sweet meditation is for you! This meditation is for the athlete on the go who wants all of the benefits of meditating in a shorter amount of time. This meditation will help you ✅Slow your racing thoug…
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Are you an athlete who has ever dealt with being sidelined because of an injury? 🙋🏼‍♀️ If so, this episode is for you! Injuries happen over the course of an athletes career. Mental health issues also happen. Sometimes crippling anxiety and depression can come as a result of an injury OR cause us to be sidelined without having a physical injury. In …
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Are you an athlete who wants to ditch the bad habits that are keeping you stuck? 🙋🏼‍♀️ As athletes we all have behaviors, patterns and habits that don't work for us and negatively impact our performance. If this sounds like you then make sure you check out this episode! In this episode I discuss: -What neuroplasticity is and how it helps us rewire …
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Are you an athlete or high performing person who struggles with performance anxiety? It's okay..it happens. Performance anxiety comes with the territory, but when we are unable to actually perform at our best-we know that it is a problem. Performance anxiety shows up in the form up getting nauseous, having panic attacks, or having a thought tornado…
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