Rooted Sport Psychology Show

Georgia Miller and Andrew Papirio, an NFL strength and conditioning coach, discuss practical ways mental performance coaches can contribute in the weight room. They cover goal setting, motivation, timing and communication, professional boundaries, athlete routines, arousal regulation, and the relationship skills that help coaches earn trust. Takeaways“What does the athlete need? What does the situation call for?”“Goal settings a a huge piece.”“You obviously don't want to get in the way.”“The way you package the message has to hit and apply to your audience.”“You gotta be careful that you're staying in your lane.”“Their consistency and their routine.”“It's a people business, it's a people world, and building relationships is a skill.”“Connecting with people is how you get anything done.”Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/41CzfwyuPCS8jZQ1BLy3tN Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-sport-psychology-show/id1823935619 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠

Mental performance coach Georgia Miller, M.Ed, CMPC, explains how athletes can handle trash talk without losing focus or composure. Using Proverbs 15:1, she offers practical ways to stay calm, reset in the moment, focus energy on performance, and separate useful criticism from noise.Action ItemsChoose a reset cue before competition, such as a deep breath, adjusting wristbands, a brief prayer, or a small physical reminder.Create an if-then plan for what to do when trash talk gets under your skin.When criticism arises, assess whether it contains actionable truth; keep the useful lesson and release the rest.Redirect attention to the next play rather than engaging in an argument or comment thread.Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/41CzfwyuPCS8jZQ1BLy3tN Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-sport-psychology-show/id1823935619 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠

Georgia Miller, M.Ed., CMPC, explores the biblical love passage from 1 Corinthians 13, connecting each line to sports psychology and team dynamics. She offers practical insights on how athletes can embody love to improve performance and build stronger teams.Key TopicsThe connection between biblical love and sportsmanshipPractical applications of patience and kindness in sportsHow envy and pride undermine team successThe importance of humility and trust in team dynamicsPerseverance and hope as core athletic virtuesCheck out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-sport-psychology-show/id1823935619 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠

This episode explores the physical and mental aspects of pregame nerves and performance anxiety, especially in athletes. It offers practical strategies to manage these symptoms and improve performance, emphasizing understanding the body's response and reframing anxiety as readiness.Key  TopicsThe physiological response to pregame nerves and how it affects athletesNatural steps to manage performance anxiety including routine, breathing, and mindsetThe importance of reframing anxiety as readiness rather than failureThe role of faith and spiritual support in managing pregame nervesCommon patterns of nerves across different sports and experience levelsCheck out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠

This episode explores the nature of mental blocks in athletes, their causes, and practical steps to overcome them, including mental, emotional, and spiritual strategies.Key TopicsWhat mental blocks are and what causes themCommon examples of mental blocks in different sportsThe three steps to overcoming mental blocks: name it, process focus, rebuild trustThe importance of patience and small reps in recoveryThe role of faith and surrender in mental resilienceCheck out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠

Georgia Miller. M.Ed., CMPC discusses the vital role of faith in athletic performance, emphasizing how it provides confidence, purpose, and resilience beyond mental skills alone.Key TopicsThe importance of faith in athletic performanceHow faith influences confidence and fear managementThe impact of faith on athlete identity and resiliencePractical ways to incorporate faith into sports routinesThe limitations of mental skills training without faithCheck out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠

This episode explores how athletes on the bench can turn their situation into an opportunity for growth, resilience, and leadership. The guest shares practical strategies for staying engaged, maintaining confidence, and becoming a better teammate, even when not actively playing.Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠

This episode explores the differences between blocked and random practice, revealing how each impacts skill development and performance. Learn how to optimize training for better results in sports and beyond.TakeawaysBlocked practice is ideal for initial skill acquisition and correcting technical flaws.Random practice enhances retention and performance in game situations.The contextual interference effect shows that mixing skills leads to better long-term learning.Most athletes overuse blocked practice, missing out on real-game readiness.Discomfort in practice, like randomization, prepares you for unpredictable game scenarios.Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠

In the pursuit of excellence, many athletes fall into the trap of seeking perfection in their training. But what if I told you that this striving for flawless execution might be undermining your performance in actual competitions? In this podcast, we'll explore why focusing solely on perfect practice can hinder your athletic growth, and how embracing imperfection can lead to better outcomes on the field or court. Side note—incorporating both BLOCKED practice AND RANDOM practice is good. You want to be practicing more randomly than blocked though. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠

Georgia Miller, M.Ed., CMPC shares practical journaling techniques for athletes to enhance awareness, build habits, and improve mental resilience. Discover how simple, targeted journaling can transform athletic performance and mental clarity.Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 786-833-8585Follow Georgia on social!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠