How our site goes beyond working out

Our site covers the physical, psychological and aspirational aspects of being an athlete.

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Guest Post: Ending my Career

“It is the toughest thing I’ve ever done. I took for granted all the things I did as an athlete because I never thought I would have to end my career this soon. My teammates are very supportive right now, but it just doesn’t feel the same.”

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Moving Forward isn’t Easy

Moving forward isn’t easy:

That moment today must have been so overwhelming and painful. I get those feelings of wanting to be a part of.

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Guest Post: On Quitting Volleyball

An athlete shares about leaving volleyball, “I remembered all the athletes had a meeting on the floor I needed to be on. I was passing tons of people on the stairwell, unknowing they were all athletes, until I passed my Athletic Director who patted me on the shoulder. I didn’t even know he knew me. And the pat wasn’t just a ‘I know you’ pat, but it was like a consolation pat.”

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Guest Post: Sharing Her Thoughts About Our Website

A fellow athlete shares her thoughts about the purpose of our online community at http://www.GoAlliedAthletes.com, “Most people don’t have a support group after they quit sports —for most of them their “support group” was their teammates and/or people in their sport and it’s hard to keep those connections when you are no longer a part of that world.”

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How you impact your athletes as a coach

As coaches, you know how much you impact your athletes. You are role models and have lasting effects.

A study investigated how coaches’ feedback influenced their athletes’ level of motivation pre- to post-season.

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Why are Coping Skills Important for Performance?

An athlete’s mindset impact confidence levels, and coping strategies provide individuals with an edge when athletes doubt themselves.

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Uncharted Territory

When I stopped competing, I searched for something to replace my joy of figure skating. It was as though I walked though an abyss— my search consisted of a destination. I was misled.

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On Finding New Passions

Linda shared about her past as a competitive swimmer and her current adventures. Hiking has captured her eye. She and her husband embarked on a 100-mile hike in Scotland. What a feat!! More recently, she climbed Mt. McKinley. Hiking has been marked by many fond memories, founded upon camaraderie.

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Guest Post: Chape: Personal Trainer: On Motivating Clients

Hello!

Before we start, I want to thank Margaret and Evan for their kind invitation, and the chance to meet all their amazing followers. Our blogs started at the same time, we’ve been following each other since the beginning and I´m pleased to be here.

 What’s your typical client?

My typical online clients are young and busy women who want to lose a few pounds. They are disciplined and focused. They prefer home training and need some guidance on training and eating.

In person, I´m used to men, also busy, who want more muscle. They indulge themselves often and always willing to change the training program. They like going to the gym but need someone who keeps them accountable and focused.

How do you motivate clients? 

I keep their eyes on the prize, and give them as much positive feedback as I can.

First, my clients’ goals are always present. That’s what they want, what really motivates them. Not achieving what they want is what pushed them to hire me. They already are motivated when I meet them, I just need to keep them this way a few months. To do so, I like to focus on what they’re doing right, congratulate them for their progress as I encourage them to work on their weak areas.

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Visit Chape: Personal Trainer at http://chape.es/

To be continued in future posts…