written by Erica Quam At the beginning of each season, coaches often go back to the basics with their team. The focus is on the fundamentals...the building blocks...the essentials. Once the basics have been reviewed, the next skill or level of training can be introduced. So, what are … [Read more...]
"Those who run college sports don’t look much like those who play college sports"
Thought-provoking piece by Washington Post columnist/author Sally Jenkins on the disparity between NCAA administrators and the athletes they serve: The NCAA just spent a week floating airy platitudes about inclusiveness versus discrimination at the NCAA Tournament in full shameless view of the … [Read more...]
You don’t have time NOT to reflect via @coachquam
written by Erica Quam It's important to take time at the end of the season to reflect on what actually happened. Look at the BIG picture...in reverse. Take a step back from your team and consciously think about what went well, what didn't go well, and … [Read more...]
4 Common Coaching Myths Debunked via @coachquam
written by Erica Quam Part of my work with coaches is helping them to realize their full potential and then help them to tap into it. I strive to help each coach become a stronger leader who shows up to their athletes in an authentic way - that is true to who they … [Read more...]
Purpose does not make you happy
written by Erica Quam I left collegiate coaching when I felt I was no longer living "my purpose." Afterwards, I went through a stretch of time where I was on a daily quest to find my "next purpose." I wanted it to be clearly defined. All wrapped up in a neat little package. With … [Read more...]
Do you fight with your emotions? by Erica Quam @coachquam
Do You Fight Your Emotions? written by Erica Quam Do your emotions get the best of you? Your emotions will move you closer to or further away from the things that you want in life. Believe it or not, you are in charge of your feelings and emotions. * Here's are two lists of … [Read more...]
Justin Gaethje MMA Move Of The Week
Iconici MMA Host Laura Kelley caught up with World Series Of Fighting Lightweight Champion Justin Gaethje at Grudge Training Center. Justin demonstrated his MMA Move Of The Week. … [Read more...]
The Inspired Coach Program begins January 1st @coachquam
You inspire your athletes every single day. Who does that for you? THE INSPIRED COACH Program BEGINS JANUARY 1ST, 2015. TAKE 7 DAYS FOR A SYSTEM RESET. GET READY FOR A SHIFT IN HOW YOU OPERATE AS A COACH! Spend 15 minutes or less each day to get refilled, refreshed, & ready … [Read more...]
Is it okay to be content? by Erica Quam @coachquam
Is It Okay To Be Content? written by Erica Quam In yoga philosophy, there's a concept of contentment called santosa. I didn't take to that concept right away. To me contentment seemed to indicate that I should be satisfied with where I was...and I didn't come with that … [Read more...]
What You Focus On Expands by Erica Quam @coachquam
What You Focus On Expands written by Erica Quam Every day when you wake up and take in a new breath of air, you have two choices. You can focus on the negative or the positive. Sure, it's tempting to think about how tired you feel, how little sleep you got, or something that you are NOT looking … [Read more...]