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Brain Performance & Concussion

Learn more about practical tips to prepare your brain and mindset for sport.

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Training Your Mental Health for Elite Performance - Lane Johnson Philadelphia Eagles

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In this podcast episode, Brian Cain (World’s leader in Mental Performance Coaching) sits down with Lane Johnson (4x NFL Pro-Bowl Selection, Super Bowl Champion, Offensive Tackle and Captain of the Philadelphia Eagles) to discuss training your mental health for elite performance. They discuss topics such as “What sound mental health really is”, “The importance of routines and habits in mental health”, “How to use concentration grids to train focus”, and “The role of meditation, mental imagery and breathing.

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Mental Training for Athletes

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An introduction to mental training and mindfulness techniques that support athletic performance and mental well-being. This resource explores strategies such as mindfulness, visualization, breathing exercises, and accessing flow states.

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Optimizing Brain Health and Performance

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A practical guide to supporting brain health through mental training, sleep, physical activity, nutrition, and recovery strategies. Designed to help athletes enhance focus, resilience, and overall cognitive performance.

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Caring for Yourself After Concussion: Pacing and Planning

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This video introduces pacing and planning strategies to help manage symptoms after a concussion. It focuses on balancing activity and rest, recognizing limits, and structuring daily tasks to support recovery while reducing symptom flare-ups.

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Return to Sport: 6 Steps

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A structured, step-by-step return-to-sport guideline following concussion. This tool outlines progressive increases in physical and sport-specific activity while prioritizing symptom resolution and medical clearance for safe return to play. DISCLAIMER: After stage 1 MUST be done with team medical staff present.

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Return to Sport After Concussion

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An overview of gradual return-to-school, work, and sport following a concussion. This handout highlights symptom monitoring, staged progression, and practical accommodations to support safe and effective recovery across daily roles.