In this episode of The Mental Training Room, Haley sits down with media coach and former sports broadcaster Katy Temple to talk about how athletes can build confidence, composure, and authenticity in front of the camera. Katy shares expert insights on how to communicate under pressure, manage interviews with confidence, and use storytelling to shape your personal brand as an athlete. You’ll also hear how the media landscape has changed for young athletes, why mastering communication is now a ...
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In this episode of The Mental Training Room, Haley sits down with media coach and former sports broadcaster Katy Temple to talk about how athletes can build confidence, composure, and authenticity in front of the camera. Katy shares expert insights on how to communicate under pressure, manage interviews with confidence, and use storytelling to shape your personal brand as an athlete. You’ll also hear how the media landscape has changed for young athletes, why mastering communication is now a ...
Gymnast Katie McNamara on Twisties, Mental Blocks, and Overcoming Perfectionism
Mental Training Room
48 minutes
2 months ago
Gymnast Katie McNamara on Twisties, Mental Blocks, and Overcoming Perfectionism
In this episode of Mental Training Room, former gymnast Katie McNamara opens up about her experience with the twisties—a terrifying mental block that causes gymnasts to lose awareness mid-air. Katie shares what it was like to face mental blocks throughout her career, how perfectionism shaped her identity as an athlete, and the mental toll of chasing flawless performance. We explore the connection between gymnastics and athlete mental health, the stigma around struggling with focus and confide...
Mental Training Room
In this episode of The Mental Training Room, Haley sits down with media coach and former sports broadcaster Katy Temple to talk about how athletes can build confidence, composure, and authenticity in front of the camera. Katy shares expert insights on how to communicate under pressure, manage interviews with confidence, and use storytelling to shape your personal brand as an athlete. You’ll also hear how the media landscape has changed for young athletes, why mastering communication is now a ...
