In this episode of "With When You Mind," hosts Troy and Lanny Bassham discuss the distinct communication styles of top athletes compared to other competitors. Lanny shares a personal experience from his time at the Army Marksmanship Unit, where he learned that elite athletes focus on solutions rather than problems. They emphasize the importance of discussing successes and learning from mistakes without dwelling on failures. The conversation highlights how athletes' communication can significantly impact their performance and mindset, advocating for a positive and solution-oriented approach to competition.

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In this episode of 'Winning in Mind,' host Troy Bassham and Mental Management founder Lanny Bassham discuss the evolution of Mental Management Systems over the decades. Lanny shares his journey from focusing on personal improvement in competitive shooting to teaching others about mental skills. He emphasizes the importance of integrating mental processes with technical skills to enhance performance, particularly in high-pressure situations. The conversation highlights key concepts such as the significance of self-image, the phases of performance, and the necessity of a holistic approach to training that includes mental reinforcement alongside physical technique.

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Lanny and Troy interview Austen Smith, a member of the US Olympic team for Paris in Olympic Skeet shooting. Austen shares her journey into competitive shooting, starting with her interest in video games and transitioning to clay target shooting. She met Vincent Hancock, a three-time gold medalist, who introduced her to international skeet shooting. Austen has since climbed the ranks, making the national team and participating in world championships and the Tokyo Olympics. She is now preparing for the Paris Olympics. Austin discusses her work with Lanny Bassham to refine her mental game.

The podcast discusses the selection process for Olympic teams in individual sports, focusing on shooting. It explores the timing of team selection, the impact of training proximity to the Olympics, and the strategies for preparing athletes effectively. The hosts share insights on the advantages and disadvantages of different selection methods, emphasizing the importance of consistent performance and proper training approaches. They highlight the significance of international representation in the Olympics and the unique dynamics of shooting sports. The conversation touches on athletes' experiences, competitors' longevity in shooting sports, and the excitement surrounding the upcoming Olympics in Paris.

In this podcast episode, Lanny and Troy discuss the importance of taking breaks in sports and training. They explain the principle of the break, which suggests that taking a break helps you forget what you're doing wrong and allows you to come back refreshed and perform better.

The frequency and duration of breaks depend on the sport, level of training, and individual circumstances. The hosts also mention the benefits of taking breaks after major competitions, at the end of the year and balancing life outside of sports. They emphasize the need to schedule breaks, commit to them, and believe they will lead to improved performance. The hosts plan to explore this topic further on their Patreon channel.

This video discusses the concept of Target Panic in Archery and Yips in Golf, which refers to freezing before shooting. Troy and Lanny share their personal experience of overcoming this issue by shifting their focus from the outcome to the execution process. They emphasize the importance of training the mental process and running a consistent mental program during tournaments. Lanny also highlights the need to prioritize the mental game just like equipment selection and technical training. Overall, the video provides insights and techniques for combating Target Panic and Yips and improving performance in competition.

This video is a conversation between Troy and Lanny Bassham about performance and how it is generated. They discuss the observation that 95% of winning is done by 5% of participants and explore why this is the case. They talk about their experiences in sports like international rifle shooting and how they realized that there was something the elite performers were doing that they weren't. They introduce the performance model, which consists of the conscious, subconscious, and self-image parts. They explain that self-image is crucial for performance and discuss how it can be built through positive imprints and reinforcement. They also touch on the importance of analyzing performance and focusing on solutions rather than mistakes. The conversation concludes with a discussion on creating an environment that fosters growth and the impact of external imprints on self-image.

In this media file, Troy and Lanny discuss the topic of coming back from breaks in individual sports. They mention that breaks can be therapeutic and help athletes focus on what they are doing right. They also discuss the importance of planning breaks and how to come back strong after them. Lanny shares his experience of taking breaks due to military obligations and how he used that time to research the mental game. He also talks about the value of dry-firing as a way to simulate shooting during breaks. Overall, the discussion revolves around the strategies and mindset needed to successfully come back from breaks in individual sports.