Best not Better
In Best not Better we explore the mental side of sport through the lens of elite athletes. Join us weekly as we are joined by our guests to discuss different topics of sports phycology and how they bring out their best on competition day.
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Podcasting since 2024 • 8 episodes
Best not Better
Latest Episodes
Episode 7 - Growing Expectations and Taking Ownership with USA Track Cyclist David Domonoske
This week I got to catch up with one of my former teammates, USA Track Cyclist David Domonoske. Fresh off a gold medal at the Pan American Championship, Dave talks with me about what it's like competing in a new sport at an older age, his trans...
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Episode 6 - Sport Life Balance with Cross-Country Skier Julia Kern
This week I had the pleasure of catching up with US Cross-Country Skier, Olympian, and World Championship medalist, Julia Kern. During the episode we reflect on her battle with illness this past winter, her prioritization of a healthy sport - l...
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Episode 5 - Adjusting on the Fly and Dealing with Injury with Alpine World Cup Skier Stefanie Fleckenstein
On this weeks episode we are joined by Canadian World Cup speed skier Stefanie Fleckenstein. During the episode we talk about her unorthodox transition from college racing to the speed World Cup tour, and how she dealt with her expedited learni...
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Episode 4 - Enjoying the Day-to-Day with Alpine World Cup Skier Ali Nullmeyer
In this episode we are joined by Canadian Olympic Alpine skier Ali Nullmeyer. During the episode we have a great conversation about how her approach to this season differed from those prior, why she is trying to shift her focus, how she’s...
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Episode 3 - Trusting Your Process with Cross-Country World Cup Skier Gus Schumacher
In this episode we are join by US Ski Team member and cross-country World Cup winner, Gus Schumacher. During the episode we talk about his introduction to world cup racing, how his teammates have, and continue to help him bring out his best, wh...
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