Manage episode 518894614 series 3680360
In this episode of Here 4 Cheer, host Megan Gomarlo welcomes Kara Frair, founder of More Than Skill, for a deep dive into the mental side of cheerleading. Kara shares powerful strategies for building confidence, resilience, and emotional awareness in youth athletes — from breathwork and visualization to journaling and gamified mindset training.
Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, this conversation is packed with actionable tools to help navigate nerve pauses (formerly known as mental blocks), high-pressure moments, and the emotional rollercoaster of competitive cheer.
💬 Topics include:
- How to integrate mental training into practice
- Supporting athletes through setbacks
- Building a positive team culture
- Why praise matters more than perfection
- Tools for coaches, parents, and even the littlest athletes
📣 Learn more about Kara’s work at https://www.morethanskill.com and explore her workshops, resources, and training programs.
#Here4Cheer #MoreThanSkill #YouthSports #Cheerleading #MentalHealth #Confidence #Podcast #sportssychology #mindfulness #mindtraining #cheermind #allstarcheer #manifesting #mentaltoughness
16 episodes