Mental Training Room
Mental Training Room is a podcast hosted by former Division I athletes, Haley Herdman and Naomi Yim. Haley is a current Mental Health Therapist who works with athletes on their mental game and Naomi is a real estate investor with a passion for spreading awareness around mental health in sports. Designed as a community and safe space for athletes, our goal is to foster honest conversations about the mental health challenges that athletes face within their sport while also advocating for more mental skills coaching imbedded into overall training programs, in hopes to close the gap from mental unprepared to MENTALLY ELITE!
Through insightful discussions with a diverse range of guests—including mental health professionals, current and former athletes, coaches, and much more—we aim to provide comfort, relatability, and practical takeaways for our listeners. In our episodes, we talk mindset, performance pressure, recovery, identity, and other authentic stories. While this podcast is not a substitute for professional help, we hope each episode reminds you that you’re not alone in this journey.
If you are in crisis, please reach out to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.
Mental Training Room
Mind-Body Connection in Sports: Dr. Kim Hollingdale, LA Sparks Sport Psychologist, on Building Mental and Physical Balance for Peak Performance
In this episode of Mental Training Room, we sit down with Dr. Kim Hollingdale, sport psychologist for the WNBA’s LA Sparks, to explore the powerful link between the mind and body in athletic performance. Dr. Hollingdale shares why developing a healthy mind-body connection is essential for athletes at every level, how stress and mindset impact physical performance, and practical strategies players can use to strengthen their mental and physical balance. From training to recovery, this conversation breaks down the science and application of holistic performance—helping athletes unlock their full potential by aligning mental health with physical strength.
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