Have you ever felt overwhelmed or intimidated at the gym, worried about what others might think while you’re trying to lift?

You’re not alone. Many women I work with feel the same way, especially when they’re learning new movements or pushing for heavier weights. In today’s episode, I’ll share powerful sports psychology techniques, like the “cue word” strategy, to help you overcome those negative thoughts and self-doubt.

We'll explore how to create positive self-talk scripts that keep you focused and confident so you can own the gym and your training. This is all about finding your mental edge—because how we talk to ourselves is the most powerful tool we have.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Power of Self-Talk:
2. The “Cue Word” Strategy
3. Creating a Self-Talk Script
4. The Importance of Mindset in Training
5. Mindset and Techniques
6. Intensity in Training
7. Owning Your Movement
8. The Elegant Edge Event

Quotes to Share:

• “It’s our mind that holds us back from doing anything big and scary. It’s the story we tell ourselves. So let’s rewrite that story!”
• “How you talk to yourself is the most powerful tool you have as a woman who trains. Let’s use that power wisely.”
• “When we constrict or contract, it affects how well we move and how much we can lift. Replace those negative thoughts with performance-enhancing ones to create space and flow.”

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Connect with Me: For more training tips, mindset strategies, and support, you can find me at warriorschool.co or follow me on Instagram @amykatebowe.