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S2E2: Cus D’Amato – The Mindset Behind The Iron

This week on The Mental Health Playbook:

In this episode of Coach’s Corner, Coach Trav and Coach Jerry delve into the profound impact of Cuss D’Amato on Mike Tyson’s life and career. They explore the importance of mindset in coaching, the role of fear as a motivational tool, and the significance of mentorship in sports. The conversation also touches on the influence of environment on athlete development and the lessons learned from boxing movies. Ultimately, they reflect on Cuss D’Amato’s legacy and how his coaching philosophy continues to resonate in today’s sports culture.

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00:00 Introduction to Coaching Philosophy
02:41 The Impact of Mentorship: Cuss D’Amato and Mike Tyson
08:53 Fear as a Motivator: Harnessing Paranoia for Success
19:37 Cuss D’Amato’s Philosophy in Modern Coaching
26:08 Cuss D’Amato’s Coaching Style and Its Application
27:07 Mindset Before Technique
28:21 The Importance of Dominance in Sports
29:48 Coaching Impact and Strength Training
30:53 Mindset Shifts in Coaching
32:54 Navigating Generational Differences in Coaching
33:46 Teaching vs. Telling in Coaching
36:14 Top Boxing Movies and Their Lessons
43:10 The Legacy of Cus D’Amato

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