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50:22 Starting sessions

July 21, 2025 • Dan Cottrell and Stu James • Season 20 • Episode 1

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How You Start Changes Everything
In this 8-minute episode, Dan Cottrell and Stu James dive into the power of the first five minutes of a session. From early wins to playful warm-ups without a ball, discover how to boost energy, build connection and benchmark your plan. Quick, practical and purposeful: start better, coach smarter.

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