Ambition Habits

Ambition Habits

Hey there, incredible women sports competitors. This is a love letter to you—the one who pushes boundaries, challenge limits, and sometimes forget to be kind to themselves along the way. At Ambition Habits we diving deep into the heart of sports performance, not just as a physical journey, but as a profound exploration of self-compassion, resilience, and understanding. As female sports competitors, we often hold ourselves to impossible standards. We compare, we criticize, we push relentlessly—but what if I told you that true performance breakthrough comes from radical self-acceptance? Whether you're 25, 55 or 75 and beyond, whether you're a weekend sports player or a competitive sports competitor, this podcast is your sanctuary. We're going to unpack the science of recovery, the psychology of performance, and most importantly, the art of being genuinely kind to yourself. We'll explore how understanding your body's unique rhythms—especially as you navigate different life stages—can transform your relationship with sport. From protein pacing to mental resilience, from overcoming age-related challenges to celebrating every single victory (big or small), we're creating a roadmap for sporting excellence that starts with self-love. This isn't just another sports podcast. This is your personal revolution. A space where your strength is celebrated, your challenges are understood, and your journey is honoured. So grab your water bottle, find a comfortable spot, and get ready to redefine what it means to be a female sports competitor in today's world. Your body is not your enemy—it's your most powerful ally.

Episodes

Lessons Learned: Thrive Inspired Lessons Learned for Sport

May 22, 2025 • 62 mins
I’ve just returned from an incredible event called Thrive—and I’m still buzzing with inspiration and fresh ideas. There’s something truly special about being surrounded by like-minded people: those who refuse to settle for mediocrity, who are hungry for growth, and who constantly seek ways to evolve. That’s exactly why I love events like Thrive. They don’t just motivate me; they challenge me, stretch my thinking, and introduce me t...
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Turning Bad Days In Sport Into Breakthroughs

April 30, 2025 • 17 mins
You know the feeling: some days, you’re unstoppable in your sport, your movements are fluid, your mind is sharp, and your game feels effortless. Other days, nothing clicks. You miss easy shots, you overthink and leave at the end of your competition frustrated. But what if the idea of “good” and “bad” days is a myth? What if the secret to consistency lies in letting go of this good day versus bad day attitude because the differenc...
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The Pressure That Is Crushing Your Confidence

April 27, 2025 • 11 mins
Dreading competition doesn’t mean you’ve fallen out of love with your sport it means you care deeply but are trapped in a cycle of self-doubt. This pressure hijacks your focus, replacing instinctive skill execution with overthinking and self-doubt. The result? Avoidance. You might skip practices, you might procrastinate, or you even contemplate quitting your sport, not because you’ve lost passion, but because the mental toll feels ...
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The Inner Struggle: How Inward Pressure Leads to Sports Failure

April 24, 2025 • 15 mins
Constant inward pressure can create a cycle of negative reinforcement. If you repeatedly underperform in sport due to stress and self-doubt, your confidence erodes. You will begin to expect failure, which further amplifies nervousness and makes it even harder to perform at your best. This mental burden can lead to frustration, burnout, and even avoidance, where you will begin to avoid competition or even practice to escape the anxi...
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When Your Confidence Crumbles: How Inward Pressure Derails You

April 21, 2025 • 15 mins
If you’re constantly fixated on how badly you might play, you’re already setting yourself up to struggle. When all your energy goes into worrying about mistakes, frustration, or not living up to your own expectations, you lose sight of what really matters, playing the game. That pressure you’re putting on yourself, it doesn’t push you forward, it holds you back and pulls your attention away from the game itself and places it square...
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Your Silent Opponent: How Internal Pressure Sabotages Your Sport Performance

April 10, 2025 • 15 mins
Success in sport isn't solely determined by just physical skills, the mental skills are just as important. While there can be external pressures from coaches, teammates, or competition that can influence performance, the pressure that you place on yourself —often referred to as inward pressure—can be even more debilitating. This self-imposed expectation to constantly excel, meet personal goals, or avoid failure can lead to excessiv...
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What If You Stopped Worrying About Letting Others Down

April 4, 2025 • 12 mins
So often in sport, we start worrying about letting others down or holding up playing partners because we don't think we are good enough or letting our teammates down. But what if I told you that the worrying you have about letting others down is actually holding you back? In this episode What If You Stopped Worrying About Letting Others Down we will be working on strategies to shift your worrying into a positive approach that could...
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Beyond the Butterflies: Turning Nerves Into Motivation

April 1, 2025 • 14 mins
When a sports competitor gets nervous before a game, their body and mind can go through a series of physical and psychological reactions due to heightened stress and adrenaline. While these reactions are normal, unmanaged nerves can interfere with performance. However, nervousness isn’t always a bad thing—it can also act as fuel, sharpening focus and readiness when channeled effectively. In this episode on Beyond the Butterflies: ...
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The Nervous Factor: Understanding Performance Anxiety

March 29, 2025 • 18 mins
Performance anxiety in sport refers to the intense feelings of nervousness, fear, or self-doubt that can arise before or during a competition. It’s often triggered by the pressure to perform well, meet expectations, or avoid failure, and can be influenced by internal factors like self-confidence and external factors such as audience scrutiny, not letting team mates or themselves down or even societal expectations. The good news i...
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Calm Under Fire: Reduce The Anxiety in High Pressure Situations

March 27, 2025 • 17 mins
We are tackling a topic that affects every sports competitor at some point in their competition in managing anxiety in high-pressure situations. The pressure to perform under pressure can be overwhelming. Anxiety can creep in, affecting your focus, your confidence, and ultimately, your performance. But what if you could harness that pressure and turn it into a source of strength? What if you could stay calm, focused, and composed ...
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Overcome The Challenges Of Big Overwhelming Goals

March 13, 2025 • 24 mins
Setting ambitious goals is a powerful way to drive personal growth and achievement in your sport and in your life however it can also be daunting. When you are then faced with a monumental task, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and lose motivation. By focusing on smaller goals, you not only reduce the sense of overwhelm but also create a clear path forward. Each small victory builds momentum, reinforcing your confidence and motivation...
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Step Up, Step Forward: Building Confidence with Every Milestone

March 11, 2025 • 17 mins
In this episode Step Up, Step Forward: Building Confidence With Every Milestone we dive into the powerful journey of building confidence, motivation and focus with every milestone. The truth is, confidence isn’t something you either have or you don’t—it’s something you build step by step. And that confidence, motivation and focus is built with every small victory and every milestone achieved. By focusing on these milestones, you no...
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An Introduction To Protein Pacing

February 19, 2025 • 15 mins
What Is Protein Pacing? There is so much information out there but protein pacing is a nutritional strategy that focuses on evenly distributing protein intake throughout the day. The main goal of protein pacing is to optimize muscle protein synthesis, improve muscle recovery, and support overall metabolic health. What Is Muscle Protein Synthesis? Muscle protein synthesis is the process by which the body builds new muscle proteins. ...
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Strength in Struggle: Overcoming Sports Disappointments

February 13, 2025 • 14 mins
In the world of sports, challenges are inevitable. However, the way sports competitors approach these obstacles can make all the difference in their performance and overall success. This approach can significantly boost confidence and resilience, enabling you, the sports competitior to push through difficulties and achieve your goals. In this episode on Strength in Struggle: Overcoming Sports Disappointments you will learn; 1.The p...
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Rise Above: Empowering Yourself After a Tough Game

February 10, 2025 • 18 mins
Picture this: You've just walked off your sports arena after the game that didn't go your way. Every missed shot is playing on repeat in your mind. These challenges? They're not roadblocks; they're your personal training ground for greatness! Now remember that each setback is just setting you up for a comeback. So, what are you going to do now? Are you going to let one tough day define you? No way! You're going to use it as fuel! Y...
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Bouncing Back Stronger: Reclaim Your Confidence

February 6, 2025 • 13 mins
We all have those days on our sports arena where nothing seems to go right. It leave us questioning our abilities. But guess what? These moments are not the end of the road it's all about how you reignite your confidence, and rise above challenges you are facing. We have all been there before. The moments after a tough game, when every missed shot or stumble feels like it’s etched into our very being. It’s natural to feel the sting...
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Daily Sports Affirmations for Motivation and Success

January 30, 2025 • 3 mins
Welcome, sports competitors, to a transformative journey where we unlock the champion within you through Daily Sports Affirmations for Motivation and Success. Dive deep into the empowering daily sports affirmations, meticulously crafted to not only boost your confidence but also elevate your performance, no matter your sport. These affirmations are your secret weapon to embrace positivity and conquer every challenge that comes your...
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Empowering Sports Affirmations for Women: Boost Confidence and Performance

January 28, 2025 • 5 mins
Welcome to today's episode, Empowering Sports Affirmations for Women: Boost Confidence and Performance where we will ignite the fire within you, the sports competitor! Get ready to supercharge your sports journey with empowering affirmations focusing on: * Confidence, * Self-Belief, * Focus, * Determination, * Resilience, * Perseverance, * Strength, * Endurance, * Mental Toughness, * Team Spirit, * Joy and Passion. Are yo...
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Can Positive Self Talk for Sport Be Beneficial?

January 23, 2025 • 19 mins
Can Positive Self Talk for Sport Be Beneficial? The answer is definitely! But how do you have positive self talk when you are speaking negative self talk? How do you overcome this negative self talk? In this episode on Can Positive Self Talk For Sport Be Beneficial you will learn; 1.How to identify when you negative self talk or self defeating thoughts. 2.What you can do to challenge the validity of negative self talk and self def...
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Manifesting Momentum: Your 2025 Goal-Setting Guide - Part 2

January 20, 2025 • 39 mins
Manifesting Momentum: Your 2025 Goal-Setting Guide - Part 2 🎧 This episode is a special dedication to you. Together, we'll embark on a transformative journey to create your goals and craft a personalized roadmap for success. 🚀 As we dive into this episode, picture yourself standing at the starting line of an incredible adventure. Your goals are the guiding stars that illuminate the path ahead, and by the end of our time together...
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