411 - Smashing the Mental Barriers Holding Back Your Jiu-Jitsu
From The Strenuous Life Podcast
Erin Herle is a BJJ black belt under Cobrinha and is a certified Mental Performance Consultant. In her work she uses an evidence-based approach and has a master's degree in sport and performance psychology. In this episode we cover overcoming the biggest barriers holding you back from performing to your potential, dealing with burnout and overtraining (and why they are different), hero worship in martial arts, and living the jiu-jitsu lifestyle.
Find out more about Erin and her coaching programs at https://www.erinherle.com/
Check out No Gi Pin Escapes,your masterclass at getting out from the bottom and getting your jiu-jitsu confidence back, at https://www.grapplearts.com/no-gi-pin-escapes/
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Stephan Kesting
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