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  • The Person Behind the Athlete

    The Person Behind the Athlete

    Aug 2, 2023 • 00:32:21

    Season 2 of The Athletic Approach concludes with Episode 8 Hear Kristen and Manisha detail the importance of balancing the athlete and person in and away from sport through mindfulness and what life after sport […]

  • Mindfulness

    Mindfulness

    Jul 26, 2023 • 00:22:35

    Manisha and Kristen detail the importance of mental wellness to get this generation of athletes to their optimal performance by practicing mindfulness and visualization through mindful breath, mindful thinking, and utilizing full body scans

  • An Athlete's Internal Mental Discussion 

    An Athlete's Internal Mental Discussion 

    Jul 19, 2023 • 00:22:12

    Manisha and Kristen provide their personal observations on the best ways to stand out within their respective sports, the importance of finding your unique skill set that creates value towards your team’s success, and arriving […]

  • The Power of Self Talk in Sport

    The Power of Self Talk in Sport

    Jul 12, 2023 • 00:22:01

    Kristen and Manisha detail their personal observations on the importance self talk has on an athlete’s focus and mental performance as they strive to exceed expectations and combat the heavy pressure of the spotlight

  • The Mental Roadmap of Sports Psychology

    The Mental Roadmap of Sports Psychology

    Jul 5, 2023 • 00:22:15

    On the latest installment of The Athletic Approach Manisha and Kristen break down an in depth view of the mental roadmap that is sports psychology by detailing their first experiences dealing with of the most […]

  • Controlling and Self-Managing Anxiety within Sports

    Controlling and Self-Managing Anxiety within Sports

    Jun 28, 2023 • 00:21:45

    Season 2 of The Athletic Approach continues with Episode 3 where Manisha and Kristen go in depth into their own personal journeys from the deep rooted interest for their respective sport throughout their childhood to […]

  • The Normalized Culture of Women & Girls in Sports

    The Normalized Culture of Women & Girls in Sports

    Jun 20, 2023 • 00:23:44

    This week on The Athletic Approach Manisha and Kristen dive into the impact & influence of women and girls in sports. Do women have a significant presence within the coaching ranks? What level of influence do […]

  • The Weight of Expectations for Women and Girls in Sports

    The Weight of Expectations for Women and Girls in Sports

    Jun 7, 2023 • 00:22:40

    Season 2 of The Athletic Approach begins with the critical discussion of the weight of expectations that women and girls within sport have to endure and carry through their playing careers from the early stages […]

  • Sport Psychology Myths

    Sport Psychology Myths

    Dec 20, 2022 • 00:24:16

    In the final episode of season one the hosts breakdown common misconceptions when it comes to what a Sport Psychologist produces and experiences.

  • RELATIONSHIPS

    RELATIONSHIPS

    Dec 13, 2022 • 00:18:14

    This week’s episode breaks down the different scenarios and dynamics involved with relationships in sport. How can we get to know each other as people, deeper than just a coach player model.

Featuring

Manisha Aggarwal


Co-host


Trainee Sport Psychologist| Learning support advisor at UCFB

Kristen Bujnowski


Co-Host


Member Team Canada Bobsled Team