Welcome to Episode 25 - Enjoy the Journey

This week, hosts Jeff Lerg and Chris Palmer discuss the importance of enjoying the journey in hockey and sports in general, rather than solely focusing on achieving a "mountaintop" goal.

They emphasize the value of camaraderie, gratitude, and the process of improvement. They highlight the unique bonding experience in hockey due to its demanding nature and the lifelong friendships formed. They also touch on the application of these principles to life beyond sports.

This episode highlights:

- How gratitude and positive reinforcement are presented as key elements for maintaining motivation and fostering a positive mindset.

- The concept of gratitude as a powerful tool in sports psychology, suggesting that being grateful for what one has can improve overall well-being.

- The importance of focusing on small steps of progress and recognizing the positive aspects of each practice or effort.

- The idea that consistent effort and dedication in sports translate to success in other areas of life.

- Examples of individuals who have found fulfillment in their athletic journeys, even if they didn't reach the absolute top.

AND A LOT MORE!

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Welcome to Episode 24 - Believe in Good Things and Good Things Will Happen with Jake Hildebrand

This week, we’re on location at Munn Ice Arena on the campus of Michigan State University, where we’re joined by Jake Hildebrand — former Spartan goaltender from 2012 to 2016, and current netminder for Eisbären Berlin in the DEL. During his time at MSU, Jake was named an All-American, Big Ten Goaltender of the Year, and Big Ten Player of the Year. Since turning pro, he’s earned ECHL Goaltender of the Year honors, captured the ECHL Kelly Cup, and won championships in both the DEL with Berlin and the DEL2 with Frankfurt.

The discussion of this episode revolves around Hildebrand's mental approach to the game, his experiences in professional hockey, and his advice for aspiring athletes. Hildebrand emphasizes the importance of maintaining a calm and confident demeanor, focusing on the process rather than the outcome, and believing in oneself.

This episode highlights:

- The mental challenges of goaltending, such as dealing with high-scoring games and avoiding negative self-talk.

- The significance of having fun and maintaining an even keel, drawing inspiration from goalies like Carey Price.

- How to overcome past failures, emphasizing the need to stick to what works and avoid overcomplicating things under pressure.

- The importance of focusing on winning and developing a winning mindset, even when facing distractions or playing on less competitive teams.

- How Hildebrand has the ability to be a difference maker throughout his career.

- Jake's experience playing overseas in Europe and his transition from playing in America.

AND A LOT MORE!

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Welcome to Episode 23 - What It Takes to Win It All

The Florida Panthers are your 2025 Stanley Cup Champions! There is a ton to unpack in this episode as your hosts Jeff Lerg and Chris Palmer discuss how the Panthers can go back-to-back winning the Cup while defeating Edmonton both times. We will be diving into the mentality required for success in hockey, particularly focusing on this year's Stanley Cup finals.

This episode highlights:

- The emotional intensity and physical sacrifice involved in playoff hockey.

- Key players like Connor McDavid, Corey Perry, and Brad Marchand, illustrating how experience, drive, and mental toughness contribute to team performance.

- The importance of teamwork, exemplified by the Edmonton Oilers' goalie situation.

- The life lessons that can be learned from both winning and losing in sports. Acknowledging that even with maximum effort, success is not guaranteed, but the experience and shared commitment are valuable in themselves.

- How the Stanley Cup playoffs are unparalleled in sports due to its intense emotional stakes, team culture, and players' willingness to put their lives on the line for the Cup.

AND A LOT MORE!

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Welcome to Episode 22 - Big-Time Players Make Big-Time Plays in Big-Time Games with Kirsten Simms!

This week, hosts Jeff Lerg and Chris Palmer bring on 2025 National Champion, Kirsten Simms who has recently became an online sensation with her penalty shot and OT winning goal to catapult the Wisconsin Badgers to win the National Championship against Ohio State. After being down 3-2 with 18 seconds left in the 3rd period, Kirsten is seen raising her hand, courageously volunteering herself to take arguably one of the most high pressure chances to ever occur in a hockey game with so much poise and confidence.

This episode highlights:

- Recounting the National Championship game against Ohio State, noting it was their third consecutive year facing them in the finals.

- How she had the ability to perform under such high pressure along with her mindset in that situation of taking the penalty shot.

- Kirsten's background as a 'rink rat' with exceptional stick handling skills and how that came to be.

- How Kirsten has been able to blossom into the player she is today, expressing the importance of setting smaller, achievable goals to reach larger objectives.

- Always training with intent and purpose, contrasting the approach with those who merely spend time at the rink without focused effort and why having a goal-oriented mindset is a key factor in success.

- What's next for Kirsten Simms?

AND A LOT MORE!

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Welcome to Episode 21 - Facing The Monster

This week, hosts Jeff Lerg and Chris Palmer introduce the episode focusing on anxiety and its impact on hockey players, emphasizing actionable strategies to overcome it. They highlight that anxiety affects everyone and discuss how to turn it into a motivator rather than a paralyzer.

This episode uncovers:

- Discussions about seeking reassurance and experiencing self-doubt even after great performances and why acknowledging and addressing these feelings are important, compared to ignoring them.

- That doubt, fear, and worry are built-in security systems meant to protect us, but in modern society, these systems can be overactive.

- How high-performing athletes deal with disappointment by attacking the problem and working through it, often channeling frustration into improved effort.

- The importance of parental support and unconditional love in fostering resilience.

- Strategies on how to shrink the perceived "monster" in your thoughts and emotions.

- How a certain amount of anxiety can be beneficial, driving individuals to prepare and perform well.

AND A LOT MORE!

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Welcome to Episode 20 - No Limits, No Excuses with Kim Muir

This is the story of ultimate adversity. Kim Muir is a prestigious power skating coach who started her coaching career at 15 after transitioning from competitive figure skating to coaching hockey players, leveraging her technical skating skills.

She was found on the streets of Seoul, South Korea at 6 months old, next to a dumpster and lived in an orphanage for the first 4 years of her life, as a "Jane Doe". She was then adopted and brought to Trenton, MI where Kim explains to go on and live the "American Dream".

Hosts Chris Palmer and Jeff Lerg dive into her journey from being found as a baby in Korea to becoming a successful entrepreneur with her company, Can't Skate Can't Play.

This episode highlights:

- Kim's experiences growing her business across the country and her involvement with teaching youth players to being hired by NHL teams has been impactful in the hockey world.

- The adversity she faced moving to America at the age of 4 with her adopted family.

- What sacrifices she made in her childhood as a National Competitor for eight with the United States Figure Skating Association.

- Navigating a career in a male'-dominated sport while using mechanical physics to explain her coaching methods.

- Kim Muir's dedication to giving back, noting her nonprofit organization and her commitment to caring for her family.

AND A LOT MORE!

Can't Skate Can't Play offers power skating to hockey players from youth to the professional level. If you are looking for lessons, camps, or clinics - CLICK HERE to learn more!

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Lastly, make sure to follow Kim on her social platform - Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 19 - Suffering Is The Path to Every Great Thing

Hosts Jeff Lerg and Chris Palmer introduce the topic of suffering as the price of joy, emphasizing its importance in achieving goals and mental toughness in hockey and life. We stress the importance of perseverance, mental fortitude, and finding ways to stay engaged in the process despite setbacks.

This episode highlights:

- The importance of choosing one's path and accepting the suffering required to achieve greatness.

- Acknowledging and addressing underlying issues, such as self-doubt and lack of support, to achieve peace and success.

- Examples of different forms of "suffering" and what that looks like.

- That achieving great things requires disciplined suffering and making peace with the challenges involved.

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Welcome to Episode 18 - The Mission of a Leader with Bryan Lerg

What does it take to really be a leader?

Hosts Jeff Lerg and Chris Palmer discuss the qualities and characteristics Bryan Lerg embodies as a leader in hockey as well as in his next path in life. On this episode, we welcome Jeff's cousin Bryan, a former professional hockey player, as a guest to discuss his experiences and insights on leadership at various levels of hockey.

This episode highlights:

- Bryan's journey from youth to the NHL.

- The importance of leading by example, holding oneself and others accountable, and fostering a positive mentality in the locker room and on the ice.

- Overcoming various horrific injuries and what that mentally and physically looks like.

- The importance of having a sense of mission and purpose beyond just reaching the NHL, such as family and personal growth.

- Stressing the importance of being the best each day and inspiring teammates to follow, ensuring accountability applies to everyone, including yourself.

AND A LOT MORE!

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