Mental Coaching for (Former) Athletes

Be a kid again, hire a coach. Rediscover your passion and purpose with our coaching program designed specifically for former athletes.

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Remember your favorite Coach

Chances are they did not let you take it easy and they pushed you every step of the way. They challenged you, they motivated you, and they supported you. As a result, you likely reached goals you never thought possible. As an adult, with no coach, many former athletes struggle to stay motivated and struggle to set and reach goals. If you are a former athlete looking to get “coached up”, then Mental Mettle Coaching can help.

Hire a coach, set some goals, lace up your shoes, and LET’S GO!

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Coaching for Whatever race your running

Coaching can help with many areas of your life.

Reaching health goals
Improved relationships with your spouse, family, and friends
Career aspirations
Overcoming adversity
Finding fulfillment in life
Increased confidence, gratitude, empathy, and resilience

Adult Coaching Packages

Our adult coaching packages include:

Virtual sessions

Confidentiality

Weekly accountability check-ins

Access to Coach Thomann for follow-up questions

Members-only options on any group coaching sessions

Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly depending sessions

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The Mental Edge

"The Mental Edge" is your go-to resource for unlocking peak performance through mental resilience and strategic mindset training with stories containing valuable insights, practical tips, and expert advice tailored for athletes, coaches, and parents alike. Explore techniques to enhance focus, build confidence, and overcome adversity, empowering you to excel in sports and life.

The Power of Being a Beginner Again: Why Choosing Hard Things Builds Mental Toughness

In sports, business, and life, most people want to stay where they feel competent. That makes sense. Confidence feels good, and competence is efficient. But one of the fastest ways to grow mentally is to intentionally step into situations where you are not yet good, not yet comfortable, and not yet in control.

The Power of Responding Well: Why Your Response Matters More Than What Happened

Life does not always give warning before it changes. A diagnosis, a betrayal, a firing, a loss, a collapse in confidence, or a crisis at home can arrive so quickly that it feels like the ground disappears beneath your feet. In moments like that, the event itself matters—but what happens next matters even more.

Ember to Inferno: Building Mentally Tough Athletes Through Coach Development

Coaches spend countless hours perfecting physical training and game strategies, but mental toughness—the ability to thrive under pressure, regulate emotions, and respond to adversity—often gets overlooked. That's where Ember to Inferno comes in.

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