Athlete Maestro Podcast

You Can't Catch What You Don't Chase

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1316 - Why Your Child Pushes Back On You As A Sports Parent

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1315 - Selects Edition - Chrissie Wellington

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

Seth Pepper On Sports Parenting

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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EP 1313 - Why Discipline Is The Foundation For Young Athletes In Sports

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1312 - Oleksandr Usyk: Its Not About Early Specialization

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode delves deeply into the life and career of Ukrainian legend Oleksandr Usyk, undoubtedly one of the greatest boxers of this generation and ...

Linda Flanagan On Why Parents Worry About Their Child Athlete

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode reflects back to Episode 932 with Linda Flanagan on why parents worry about their child athlete's involvement and non-involvement in the ...

EP 1310 - How To Take Action As An Athlete

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 On today's episode, I broke down several strategies on how to take action towards your sports goals as a young athlete, i.e., doing the things y...

EP 1309 - Jannick Sinner - Your Journey Determines Your Strategy

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, on the show, we look into the life of Italian superstar Jannik Sinner. He is the first Italian to ascend to the top of the world ranking i...

Yinka Davies On Different Types Of Foods For Athletes

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a clip from an interview with Yinka Davis (from Episode 917) who talked specifically about the different types of food athletes should...

EP 1307 - Processing Your Negative Emotions As An Athlete

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Negative emotions have an overwhelming capacity to have a devastating effect on an athlete's career. From Anger to Fear, Doubt, Shame etc.This is...

EP 1306 - Carlos Alcaraz: The Pathway Is Exceptionally Key

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we look at the life and career of the mercurial Spaniard, Carlos Alcaraz, a five-time Grand Slam champion at 22 - the youngest world number one...

EP 1304 - When To Quit Chasing Your Sports Dreams

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One of the pivotal decisions that can be hard to make as an athlete is deciding when to stop chasing a sport dream. This episode would help you m...

Ganon Baker On Studying Game Film

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is an excerpt from our second interview with Ganon Baker, who shares the importance of studying game film as a young athlete.You can find...

EP 1303 - Jordan Chiles: Teach Your Brain To Separate Sports From Life

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode centers around a two-time Olympic medalist, a world champion, and an NCAA champion Jordan Chiles.If you found this episode helpful, sh...

Work Over Worry

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As a young athlete, it’s a common phenomenon to “Worry” about everything; from teammates to opponents, performances, execution etc. However, thi...

EP 1301 - My Unpopular Opinions About Sports Parenting

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode shares my perspectives (unpopular yet quite controversial) about Sports Parenting. You can also drop your thoughts and comments about wha...

EP 1300 - Selects Edition: Jim Ryun

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we look back at Episode 487 where we talked about the story of Jim Ryun, a sport legend who later moved from a non-existent strugglin...

No Difference Between Faith And Fear

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1298 - Why Sports Is A Lonely Journey

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1297 - Angel Reese: Learn To Make Intentional Decisions

16 Jun 2025

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If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

Readiness Is A Decision

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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EP 1295 - The Difference Between Mastery And Expertise In Sports

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This Episode breaks down the difference mastery and expertise as a young Athlete.If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to ...

EP 1294 - Caitlin Clark - Develop An Insane Competitive Spirit

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we looked into the life and career of arguably the greatest female college basketballer of all time, the phenomenal Caitlyn Clark, a ...

It Won't Always Be Ok

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1292 - Selects Edition: How To Mentor Yourself As A Young Athlete

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1291 - Selects Edition: Sabrina Ionescu

02 Jun 2025

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Exercise Your Mental Muscle

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1289 - The Concept Of The Hurried Young Athlete

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we bring awareness to one of the biggest sports mistakes sport parents make unintentionally that can deprive their children of a s...

EP 1288 - Selects Edition: Katelyn Ohashi

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we look back at Selects Edition EP 475 where we looked at the legendary gymnast: Katelyn Ohashi.If you found this episode helpful,...

The Fear Of Being Wrong

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode focuses on the process of building and improving confidence as a young athlete, especially in situations where you're afraid of being wro...

EP 1286 - Selects Edition: Why Every Young Athlete Needs A Support System

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we look back at EP 419 where we talked about how important it is for young athlete to have a support system in every stage of thei...

EP 1285 - Selects Edition: Jerry Rice

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a Selects Edition on Ep 469 where we looked at Greatest wide receiver in America  Football History, Jerry RiceThis epidoes out...

The Uncertainty Of The Results

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1283 - Selects Edition: 4 Pillars Every Athlete Must Build To Succeed In Sports

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a follow up from the last week theme - How to Assess your game as a Young Athlete.This topic also look into Ep 416 which focuses th...

EP 1282 - Selects Edition: Eli Manning

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we look back to EP 466 which focuses on legendar  NLF Quarterback, Eli Manning.If you found this episode helpful, share it with ...

Knock On The Right Door

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we discuss the topic on knowing  how to knock on the right doors to maximize opportunities and achieve great successIf you fo...

EP 1280 - How To Assess Your Game As A Young Athlete

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode delves into how young athletes can assess their game - a topic that is often.If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow at...

EP 1279 - Derrick Rose - Accept The Realities Of Your Situation

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode delves into the life of one of the youngest basketball player to win MVP honors, Derrick Rose. He  took the world of sport b...

Trials And Tribulation

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We begin the month of May with this amazing episode on the role of friction and trials in the pursuit of your goals as an athlete. No great athle...

EP 1277 - What No One Tells You About Sports Parenting

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we extensively discussed five things no one tells you about sports parenting. From the struggles to the realizations of the s...

EP 1276 - Selects Edition: Shaquille O'neal

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode opens with a Selects Edition from Episode 451, where we looked at one of the legendary basketball centers, Shaquille O'Neal. This...

The Rewards Will Come

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Often, athletes are more focused on rewards and outcomes. However, athletes should enjoy the performance aspect of their game, regardless of winn...

EP 1274 - How To Be Productive As An Athlete

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1273 - Misty May-Treanor - Choose The Right Discipline

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discussed choosing the right discipline, embracing change, and striving for continuous achievement, while exploring the inspiring ...

Just Begin

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

EP 1271 - Selects Edition: The Difference Between Process And Outcome Goals

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's select edition is a replay of EP 386, which breaks down the difference between process and outcome goals and how you should approach them as a...

EP 1270 - Selects Edition: Brett Favre

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we're taking it back to EP 445 with the legendary NFL American quarterback Brett Favre. This episode shares three evergreen l...

Excerpts From Jamie Mittelman

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is the final excerpt edition in our guest series, featuring an excerpt from Jamie Mittelman. We delved into the power of role mod...

EP 1268 - Over Or Under Appreciating Yourself As An Athlete

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all know that confidence and self-awareness are key to success in sports. But how do you find that balance? How do you know when you're pushin...

EP 1267 - Selects Edition: Marc Marquez

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Athlete Maestro, we're featuring a Selects Edition from Episode 463, Where we spotlighted one of the greatest motorbikers o...

Excerpts From Dr. Ken & Dr. Jean

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 1265 - Why You Need To Develop Performance Cues As An Athlete

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we delve into the reasons why athletes need to develop performance cues to ensure they respond effectively and get back on track q...

EP 1264 - Selects Edition: Dan Marino

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your qu...

Excerpts From Dr. Jay Martin

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 1262 - How To Handle Frustration From Your Child Athlete

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As a sports parent, the excitement of watching your child participate in sporting activities can be matched only by the frustration that often comes w...

EP 1261 - Selects Edition: Chad Le Clos

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we revisit Episode 443, where we featured South Africa's great and Africa's legend, Chad le Clos. We look at his inspiring st...

Excerpts Edition with Dr. Mitch Greene

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're ending the week today with an Excerpt Edition featuring Dr. Greene, who shares his expertise to help you put it into practice and excel in your ...

EP 1259 - Selects Edition: Is It Better To Be An Introvert Or An Extrovert As An Athlete In Sports

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Introversion or Extroversion: Which is Better for Success as an Athlete? On today's Selects Edition, we break down this topic in ways that will b...

EP 1258 - Select Edition: Missy Franklin

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 We kickstart the new week with a Selects Edition from Ep 439 featuring Missy Franklin. Although she retired from swimming at a young age du...

Excerpts Edition with Dr. Jarrod Spencer

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Athlete Maestro, is an Excerpt Edition with Dr. Jarrod Spencer.This is Extra Special Episode is one with great tips an  lessons shared w...

EP 1256 - Why You Need A Consistent Post Performance Routine

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As an athlete, there's an understanding of the need for a consistent pre-performance routine. But after game day, what's next? In this episo...

EP 1255: Selects Edition - Ada Hegerberg

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to thi  week's Athlete Maestro.We kickstart with a Selects Edition! from Episod  425 with the incredible Danish female footballer, A...

Excerpts Edition with Sherri Coale

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we continue with  Excerpts from Experts on what it takes to be a master of your craft.Today, we continue with the extraordinary&...

EP 1253: Selects Edition - The Challenges With Self Coaching In Sports

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Athlete Maestro, we take you back to Ep 395 where we talked about the challenges with self coaching in sports.This episode is highly benefici...

EP 1252 - Nelly Korda - Learn To Stay In The Present Moment

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Athlete Maestro is Nelly Korda. She is ONE of the biggest Golfing STARS in the world - Number one ranked player and winner of TWO major title...

Excerpts Edition with Dr. Cassidy Preston

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We wrap up the month with an Excerpt from Dr. Cassidy Preston - A Master of Mental Game in spirt who has helped Athletes develop  their mindsets ...

Ep 1250 - The Drama Your Mind is Creating Around Your Child Playing Sport Profession

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's Episode is dedicated to Sports Parenting and it delves explicitly  into how Sport Parents should handl  the mental conversations and...

Ep 1249 - Selects Edition: Sir Chris Hoy

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Legendary Road and Track Cyclist, Sir Chris Hoy is ONE of the most decorated British Olympian of all time.On today's Selects Edition, We look at this ...

Excerpts Edition with Shayamal Vallabhjee

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Episode, Shayamal Vallabhjee and I discussed extensively on the importance of having the courage to fail as an Athlete.If you found this episo...

Ep 1247 - Why You Need A Consistent Pre-Performance Routine.

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when everything falls apart on game day, despite thorough practice? This episode focuses strictly on the routines you should adopt t...

EP 1246 - Kamaru Usman - Let The Pain of Loss Drive You

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With the Second Longest Winning Steak in UFC History, this episode centers on Nigeria's Superstar,  Kamaru Usman. Born in Auchi, Nigeria, Us...

Excerpts Edition with JP Nerburn

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Athlete Maestro,  we continue from the Excerpt Episode with JP Nevin as we looked extensively into the adversity of sports on Athlete pe...

EP 1244 - Selects Edition: Sugey Gomez

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This time on Athlete Maestro,  we have Spanish Athlete, Sugey Gomez as we discuss mental awareness and how to build mental toughness as an Athlet...

Ep 1243 - Selects Edition: Mo Farah

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Athlete Maestro, we're looking back at our Select Edition on the legendary middle- and long-distance runner, Mo Farah. After fleeing a w...

Excerpts Edition with Levi Nelson

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is an Excerpt Edition with Levi Nelson, Author of the book, LeadIn this Episode, we delved into how Athlete can get better at their sports and al...

Ep 1241 - Selects: What Do Scouts Look For In Players

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today,  we are throwing back to Ep 380: What Scouts Look for in AthletesAs an athlete seeking visibility, understanding what scouts look for is c...

EP 1240 - Leon Marchand - Go Where The Environment Is

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Athlete Maestro is Leon Manchard A 22 year old swimmer who has become the fourth swimmer and third male swimmer in Olympic history to wi...

Ep 1239 - The Work No One Sees.

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"We don't rise to the standard we have when others are WATCHING, we fall to the standard we have When no one is watching. the only work that really ma...

EP 1238 - How To Teach Your Kids To Be Hungry For Success In Sports

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Episode 1238. In this episode, we’ll dive into how you can teach your kids to be hungry for success in sports.Success in sports isn’t j...

EP 1237 - Selects Edition - David Rudisha

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode delves into the remarkable career of David Rudisha, a Kenyan superstar and one of the greatest runners in the history of sportsDavid Rudi...

Experts Edition - One Thing You Can Do To Get A Step Closer To Your Goals Part 2

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another exciting Experts Edition. Today, we’re diving into the part two of our topic: ‘That One Thing You Can Do to Get Closer to Your ...

EP 1235 - Selects Edition - What Every Young Athlete Should Know About Use Of Performance Enhancing Drugs

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another Selects Edition, In this episode, we discussing what you must know about use of performance enhancing drugs as an athletes.As an at...

EP 1234 - Selects Edition - Caeleb Dressle

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode looks into Caeleb Dressel career an absolute force in the world of swimming. Caeleb Dressel is a swimmer who redefines speed and pow...

Experts Edition - What It Means To Be A Master Of Your Craft Part 2

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 1233; the second edition of what is means to be a master of your craft.Chasing mastery means committing to constant growth; pushing...

EP 1232 - Useful Emotions To Develop As An Athlete And Sports Parent

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 1232. In this episode we discussed some of the "useful emotions to develop as an athlete and sport parent".In the world of sports, ...

EP 1231 - Rebecca Andrade - Adversity Knows No Face

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we look into the career of Brazilian Icon - Rebecca Andrade.Rebecca Andrade is a Brazilian artistic gymnast and one of the most promi...

Experts Edition - One Thing You Can Do To Get A Step Closer To Your Goals Part 1

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another experts edition, and today, we will discuss on that 'one thing you can do to get a step closer to your GOALS' as a young athlete.So...

EP 1229 - Selects Edition - How You Can Recover From Performance Dips In Sports

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's selects edition of the podcast, we look back at the episode 353 were we look at How You Can Recover From Performance Dips In Sports.Perform...

EP 1228 - Selects Edition - Justin Gatlin

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's select edition of the podcast, we look back at the episode 403 featuring American legendary Sprinter - Justin Gatlin.Justin Gatlin is a nam...

Experts Edition - What It Means To Be A Master Of Your Craft Part 1

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discussed what it means to a master of your craft.Mastering your craft is a relentless pursuit of excellence. It’s about pushing...

EP 1226 - The Passion vs Money Debate For Young Athletes

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For young athletes, the choice between pursuing passion and chasing money is a critical one. Passion fuels the drive to train harder, stay disciplined...

EP 1225 - Selects Edition - Jon Jones

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we’re diving into the legacy of one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time—Jon Jones. Known for his incredible versatility, unma...

Face Your Fears

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the world of sports, fear is often the shadow that follows ambition. Carl Jung's words, "Where your FEAR is, there is your task," remind us that fe...

EP 1223 - Reviewing Your Year As A Sports Parent

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 1223 and in this episode, we discussed about reviewing your year as a sports parent. As the year comes to a close, take a mome...

EP 1222 - Selects Edition - Jose Altuve

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today's selects edition of the podcast, we look back at the episode 364 on Legendary Baseball player - Jose AltuveJosé Altuve is a shining example...

Accept The Truth About Yourself

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"The degree to which a person can grow is directly proportional to the amount of truth he can accept about himself without running away." - Leland Val...

EP 1220 - My Wins And Losses In 2024

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As 2024 comes to an end, I’ve taken time to reflect on the year, what worked, what didn’t, and what I’ve learned along the way.  This year ...

EP 1219 - Noah Lyles - You Have To Really Want It

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we look into the career American Sprinter - Noah Lyles.Noah Lyles is redefining greatness on the track. As one of the world’s faste...

Clarify Your Path Early

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the journey of life and sports, recognizing when you're heading in the wrong direction is one of the most important lessons for athletes, coaches, ...