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Beyond the Gym: Mental Strength & Athlete Resilience with Lisa Mitzel | Ep 96

June 06, 2025 • Steve Cook

This week, host Steve Cook sits down with former champion gymnast, coach, and mental performance expert Lisa Mitzel. From her days as a junior Olympian to helping lead the University of Utah to 4 national titles, Lisa shares her journey through elite athletics and into the world of mental training and sports psychology.

Lisa discusses the power of mindset, why mental health belongs in every training plan, and how her business, Zen Tiger Mind, is helping athletes and coaches build lasting resilience. She also discusses her books, Focused and on Fire and Focused and Inspired, which are packed with practical tools to unlock peak performance.

🎙️ A must-listen for coaches, athletes, and anyone passionate about mental health in sports.