S2E6: Scott Ford - The Secret to Playing in the Zone

Athletes talk about it like it’s magic. That moment when everything slows down, the game feels effortless, and they’re completely in the zone.But what if flow state wasn’t random? What if you could access it on demand?I sit down with Scott Ford—author, coach, and a pioneer in non-dual awareness in sport. He’s spent over 40 years teaching athletes how to enter and sustain flow states intentionally, rather than just hoping it happens.What is Flow State in Sport?Why athletes describe being in the zone as effortless, timeless, and automaticThe difference between flow happening by accident vs. accessing it on demandThe key shift in focus and awareness that changes everythingHow to Train for FlowWhy “watching the ball” might actually be limiting your reactionsThe soft focus technique that allows you to see and react fasterHow to stop overthinking and let your body’s intelligence take overBeyond Competition: The Non-Dual ApproachWhy traditional competition is dualistic (me vs. you) and how that affects performanceHow non-dual awareness allows athletes to co-create the game with their opponentsWhy playing in flow isn’t just about winning—it’s about playing at your highest levelPractical Applications for Coaches and AthletesHow tennis, rugby, and even Navy SEALs have applied Scott’s workSimple drills to train focus, presence, and reaction timeWhy flow training is the next evolution in coaching and performance

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