Ready Set Mindful: A Mental Health & Mindfulness Podcast for Athletes

Updated: 10 Feb 2025 • 100 episodes
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Kerri Bicskei is a former Division 1 and professional volleyball player turned licensed therapist who works with athletes. Ready Set Mindful is a weekly conversation in the form of solo episodes, guided meditations and conversations with some of the leading experts, coaches and athletes within the realm of health + wellness. Kerri sits down with wellness professionals and elite athletes and explores topics of mental health, fitness, nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, self-development and hacks to optimize performance. You'll hear authentic conversations in each episode as Kerri explores each guests unique wellness journey, as well as tips and hacks for overall performance optimization. Sit back and relax, drive or walk as you listen and make sure to share and subscribe if you like what you hear!

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Injuries are more than just physical—they take a mental and emotional toll, too. If you"re a college athlete struggling with the frustration, fear, and uncertainty of recovery, this guided body scan meditation is for you. As a former pro athlete and licensed mental health therapist, I know the pressure to get back in t

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In this episode of the ReadySet Mindful Podcast, I dive deep into the struggles of perfectionism that many high-performing athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals face. If you"re someone who constantly feels the pressure to be perfect and flawless in every aspect of your life, this episode is for you. Key Highlights

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 Key Takeaways for this episode for athletes and high performers:Reflection & Goal-Setting: Acknowledge where you’re at and use the new year as a time for intentional change.Brain’s Resistance to Change: Understanding how your emotional brain fights against new routines and how to push through.Neuroplasticity: The brai

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If you have ever been curious about what members of the USAF Special Operations community go through to be TOP performers under pressure, then this episode is for you! This week I sit down with my badass guest to talk all things mental performance within the special operations community. My guest is in the USAF and wor

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In this episode the Ready Set Mindful podcast, we dive into the challenges athletes face when the holiday season disrupts their routines. Whether it’s missed workouts, irregular schedules, or the pressure to balance training with family commitments, these disruptions can feel like setbacks—but they don’t have to be. Le

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The holidays are a time for celebration, connection, and, let’s face it, a lot of delicious food. For athletes, this season can bring challenges in maintaining nutrition goals and routines while also enjoying the festivities. Striking a balance between giving yourself grace and staying on track is key to maintaining ph

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