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Mindful Sport Performance Podcast
Drs. Keith Kaufman and Tim Pineau (along with Dr. Carol Glass) developed the Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement (MSPE) mental training program and founded the MSPE Institute, which provides training and consultation to promote greater success, satisfaction, and well-being in sport and other realms of performance (e.g., performing arts, business). In this podcast, Keith and Tim discuss various topics related to mental training, mindfulness, peak performance, and optimal experience for a wide range of performers -- from recreational to elite, kids to adults. They offer practical tips and exercises from their own work, and interview other top-level experts to highlight effective approaches to performance enhancement. The Mindful Sport Performance Podcast will give listeners a full catalogue of fresh ideas on how to thrive in competitive environments and embrace a more mindful way of being. Get in touch with Keith and Tim at MSPEPodcast@gmail.com
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Mindful Sport Performance Podcast
Ep. 57: A Rugby Mindfulness Journey with Marcel Brache
In this episode, professional rugby player Marcel Brache joins the conversation.
Marcel was born in the United States and moved to South Africa at age 4. It was there that he discovered and fell in love with the game of rugby, and he became a professional rugby player at the age of 23. Marcel played rugby in South Africa for 3 years before moving to Australia, and playing there for 8 seasons. He has since moved back to the United States, and last year signed with and played for the Major League Rugby team, Austin Gilgronis.
Keith begins the episode with an energizing breathing practice, and then he, Tim, and Marcel discuss:
[9:45] Mindfulness and non-judgment as a path to presence and authenticity
[14:20] Marcel's journey to rugby, self-inquiry, and ultimately, acceptance
[24:29] The importance of language in conversations not only about mental health, but also performance
[29:08] The growing acceptance of mental health as pivotal aspect of performance in rugby
Social Media Mentioned:
Twitter: @mindfulsportdoc, @brache87
Instagram: @mindful_sport_podcast, @mspe_institute
YouTube: Mindful Sport Performance Podcast
Websites Mentioned:
www.mindfulsportperformance.org
www.enduromind.com
Books Mentioned
Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement
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