Alpha Girl Confidence

Shay Haddow
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Alpha Girl Confidence

A podcast that inspires and empowers youth female athletes to play and live confidently

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    257. Lisa Thompson: Finding Elevation in Life & Sport

    On today's episode, which may be my favorite conversation of all time, I sat down with Lisa Thompson who is a world-renowned mountaineer, author of Finding Elevation, and owner of Alpine Athletics.  After her first Rainier summit in 2009, she knew that she wanted more. Her drive to learn and become a more skilled climber led her to climbs all over the world. In 2015, just before her first Himalayan expedition, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her diagnosis and eventual victory over cancer led Lisa to reprioritize her life and goals. In 2018 she became the second American woman to summit the savage mountain, K2, she also completed the seven summits in 2021. Lisa is passionate about encouraging and supporting more women to explore and gain confidence in the mountains. Lisa also coaches mountain athletes of all levels to prepare physically, mentally and tactically for their next mountain adventure. In this episode we discussed: Lisa's Journey and experiences on the tallest and most dangerous mountains in the world (Everest & K2) How Lisa got into climbing mountains and what kept her coming back What the physical and mental preparation looks like in order to climb the tallest mountains in the world The mindset and strategies that Lisa used to overcome doubt and fear and how you can use the same strategies in your life Making decisions with your gut instinct vs your logical mind The biggest lessons Lisa has learned from the mountains ..AND so much more! Connect with Lisa: Finding Elevation Book: https://findingelevation.com/ Instagram: @lisaclimbs Website: https://www.lisaclimbs.com/

    1h 3m

  2. OCT 9

    256. Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body

    In this solo episode, we explore the essential concept of training your mind with the same dedication and consistency you apply to training your body as an athlete. You'll learn importance of changing your perspective on mental training, understanding that results require patience and daily effort. I also share a handful of tangible strategies to strengthen your mindset, confidence, and resilience, such as: implementing meditation and visualization, becoming more aware of your thoughts, and seeking out challenges that push you out of your comfort zone. Enjoy! Learn more about the upcoming Mindset Mastery Series: Fail Forward https://www.shayhaddow.com/fail-forward

    16 min

  3. SEP 25

    255. Juliet Starrett: Movement and Mindset for a Healthy Life

    After a nine month break from the podcast, I am so excited to be back with an awesome conversation with Juliet Starrett who is the author of Built to Move, Founder & CEO of The Ready State, 3X World Champion in whitewater paddling, and mom of two girl athletes. In this conversation we discuss: The simplest way to improve your health by moving more Debunking health and wellness trends and fads The importance of doing hard things to build resilience  Juliet's advice and experience on navigating the youth sports landscape Why communication is so important in the college recruiting process Connect with Juliet: Instagram @julietstarrett Built to Move book The Ambush Newsletter

    1h 7m

  4. SEP 11

    254. We're BACK!

    That's right.... WE'RE BACK!! I know I said that I was done recording back in February, but I just couldn't stay away... In this episode I share why I decided to bring the podcast back, what's next coming up, and a personal story on hardship and growth. Thanks for re-joining me on this journey, I am so excited to be back! Check out The Mindset Monday Series: https://www.shayhaddow.com/mindset-mastery Connect on IG @shayhaddow

    13 min

  5. FEB 28

    253. The End of an Era

    This is the last episode of the Alpha Girl Confidence Podcast. It's been a fun 5 years, but the time has come to shift and move in a different direction. In this episode I talk about why I'm stopping the podcast and offer my sincere gratitude for being a supporter and listener of the podcast.

    10 min

  6. FEB 14

    252. Lessons from a Professional Team Tryout

    In today’s episode I share key takeaways that I've compiled from coaching a professional team's open tryouts, including: The importance of your energy and attitude Your interactions with coaches and teammates Responding to mistakes Being willing to play different positions I know it may not be tryout season for most, but make sure to take notes as these crucial intangibles can make a significant impact on your results during tryouts.

    12 min

  7. JAN 24

    251. Regaining Confidence After Injury

    In today’s episode I answer a question from one of our listeners on how to get your confidence back after a long injury. This is the most in depth episode that I’ve done on the podcast I where I discuss how to put yourself in the best position possible to step back onto the field/court with confidence. In this episode you’ll learn: The importance of staying in shape while injured How to shift your perspective to come back stronger How to use visualization during the injury process The importance of trusting and listening to your body How to navigate the fear of getting re-injured Want your questions answered on next month’s podcast? Submit your questions here Visit the new website: https://shayhaddow.com/

    24 min
  8. 250. Lauren Fleshman: Unpacking Puberty, Performance, and Eating Disorders in Female Athletics

    JAN 10

    250. Lauren Fleshman: Unpacking Puberty, Performance, and Eating Disorders in Female Athletics

    In today’s episode, I sat down with Lauren Fleshman who is one of the most decorated American distance runners of all time, a mom, entrepreneur, coach, and author of the best sports book of 2023, Good for a Girl: A Woman Running in a Man’s World. In this convo, we delve into thought-provoking topics surrounding gender equality in sports, the impact of puberty on athletic performance, and the prevalence of disordered eating habits among female athletes. Lauren candidly shares her personal experiences and insights, offering valuable advice for coaches and parents on addressing these critical issues. From dissecting societal myths to advocating for a more holistic approach to athlete well-being, this episode is an enlightening and empowering discussion for athletes, coaches, and parents. Connect with Lauren on IG: @fleshmanflyer Website: https://www.laurenfleshman.com/ Order Good for a Girl: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Girl-Woman-Running-World/dp/0593296788 Order 25 copies of Good for a Girl (paperback edition) for your team or book group to receive a direct Zoom call with Lauren: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/goodforagirlzoom

    44 min
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A podcast that inspires and empowers youth female athletes to play and live confidently

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  • Creator
    Shay Haddow
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    262
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Shay Haddow
  • Show Website
    Alpha Girl Confidence

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