For the past 50 years, I have relied on self-coaching, which has allowed me to compete in more than 20 sports, including multiple world championships and world records in drug-tested powerlifting. My 'Socratic Warrior' philosophy is based on asking questions in order to constantly improve my performance. However, I feel that although I am 'self-coached' I wouldn't be where I am if it wasn't for great content and thought-provoking questions like you provide. Thank you!
Love to hear that, thanks for sharing your experience. And 💯 - constant self-coaching and facing tough questions is a sure-fire way to keep progressing. Thanks for watching 🏋️♂️
I remember when I was 14 I’d sleep at 9 and wake up at 5 am and I kept this for like 5 years then I got injured and depressed. But I’ll try to get back to it. Your right about the keeping the same bed time cause I’d wake up naturally without alarm.
Yes Sam, been playing semi pro for the past 3 years. My first 2 years were average seasons not contributing too much numbers wise but having the attitude and work rate but only getting 3 goals in 2 seasons as a midfielder as a regular in the team. This year I had a solid pre season just doing extra training in the gym and on the pitch followed by visualisation, goal setting, journalling, pre match routines, most of the techniques you discuss, been a game changer with me now having 9 goals 9 assists by December time, thank you and keep up the work🙌🏽👏🏽
Be patient. The brain will try to protect the body after injury. Means movements etc will be less fluid. You need to gradually work things back up to the norm
Sam, Thank you I have been a top soccer player science I was in 1st grade, and i was scared to join a team because I went to a tryout and I couldn't try out because there were too many better players than me. Right now I realize what you said anything is possible and now you going to push me to join a team and achieve my dream of becoming a pro. Thank you a lot man.
Sam i have just played an under 14 game but i played against the year above me. If i played well I would go into the 2008 team. I realized that this age group was much more physically stronger than me and so that game I played really well and got pass there defense multiple times but there physicality was undoubtedly hard to get pass. I played well and I would love to get chosen. Btw you have helped a lot throughout this year I hope you have a great Christmas and a wonderful year
Incredible Work Man! I comment very rarely, but this video is the complete mental guide essential for a professional athlete willing to become best. Wishing you a Great Success Worldwide & keep making videos like that. More Power To You, Sir!
Sam I just want to let you know, you are incredibly underrated and your information truly helps a lot. Keep consistent at what you're doing and one day you will hit and be big. Just keep doing it bro, trust.
Yes Sam. Loved that one. Combination of all the tools to reach your fullest potential. Im a first division football player in Lebanon and i always felt like there was a secret sauce to being successful. Its my second season here and im still 20 and i already feel so good and fresh mentally about my next steps. Thanks a lot loved that one
Sam… thank you I haven’t been disciplined the past few weeks because I had injured my back and took the gym days off my planner. I know I’m only young but I want to have good habits at a young age to gain the edge on people my age for when I’m older.
I had a u14 match today and I was really confident. I had all my targets set and I was gonna play for my academy team But just before the match one of the teammates randomly said that u don’t get the playing 11 in school team This made my confidence drop But guess what.. I scored a goal in the 2nd half and it was a banger The thing is that I face this kind of criticism every now and then Being short and all that😅
I know chess isn't a physical sport, but since i started using some of your videos as a guide, my results in chess tournaments have improved, thats if I practise of course
hey sam! great video as always! I am a 15 year old footballer. i got injured recently and been struggling mentally as it means i lose all my fitness and form. request to please make a video on how to deal with injuries mentally. Thanks!
Hi Sam, I'm having this dilemma where I want to change from a keeper to a defensive midfielder, I don't know why I have this desire because I love to play as a keeper but it seems like my brain is chasing what is fun vs. What I think I will excel at the most. The thoughts come and go and I confront them each time but they return at the end of the day.
It's completely normal to have conflicting desires about positions/where to play. Consider exploring the defensive midfielder role in a few practices to see if it aligns with both your enjoyment and potential skills, allowing you to make a more informed decision. But also balance your 'desire' with logic- really ask yourself what position can you be most successful in?
Sam, at school I'm one of the best in my year, I'm very fast and strong with good long range shots, I'm a sniper with passes, I can dribble past nearly everyone and I'm a beast with tackles. Generally everyone agrees with me and all the pupils think I'm good too. But the coaches don't think so and I'm still on the C team even though I'm better than alot of A team starters. Any advice to get the coaches to notice me? Thanks
Numbers & Noticing - stats don’t lie so try to increase your output for goals and assists. Also, you only get noticed by doing things out of the norm. a lot of that comes from good risk-taking
Hi Sam, I’ve taken a bit of a break from football as I fell out of love with it and I have big exams coming up. I find myself procrastinating nowadays and pretty much doing nothing even though I stopped playing football to zone in on exams. Have you got any advice for my situation?
It's completely normal to feel overwhelmed, especially during exams. Always, always set specific study goals before each study/revision session to make sure you have more focus on the material you're covering. Also make sure to take regular, short breaks to keep yourself motivated - things like the Pomodoro technique are super helpful for that.
Hey sam my coach and friends say i should play as cb and i even got called up to my youth team too for that position but i really wanna play as striker and score goals
Goals are just a vanity and ego metric if you're someone who can have more of a positive impact elsewhere on the pitch. Think carefully about where can you actually stand out most on a regular basis
sam, let's say you forget everything all at once and in a split second you need to remember one crucial key component about mental toughness, what would it be for you?
Mental toughness is about feeling & experiencing, not ignoring. I.e. those who are mentally tough don't try to deny when they find something tough/difficult but they learn to accept it and grow comfortable with challenges
Yes sam know iam have treatment with physiotherapy for me what is your advice know i am in injury i dont paly in the pitch but except the pitch how to do like foot baller know i am in rest what is your advice for me🙏
Hi Sam, I’ve taken a bit of a break from football as I fell out of love with it and I have big exams coming up. I find myself procrastinating nowadays and pretty much doing nothing even though I stopped playing football to zone in on exams. Have you got any advice for my situation?
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For the past 50 years, I have relied on self-coaching, which has allowed me to compete in more than 20 sports, including multiple world championships and world records in drug-tested powerlifting. My 'Socratic Warrior' philosophy is based on asking questions in order to constantly improve my performance. However, I feel that although I am 'self-coached' I wouldn't be where I am if it wasn't for great content and thought-provoking questions like you provide. Thank you!
Love to hear that, thanks for sharing your experience. And 💯 - constant self-coaching and facing tough questions is a sure-fire way to keep progressing.
Thanks for watching 🏋️♂️
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I remember when I was 14 I’d sleep at 9 and wake up at 5 am and I kept this for like 5 years then I got injured and depressed. But I’ll try to get back to it. Your right about the keeping the same bed time cause I’d wake up naturally without alarm.
It's comback season 💪
Yes Sam, been playing semi pro for the past 3 years. My first 2 years were average seasons not contributing too much numbers wise but having the attitude and work rate but only getting 3 goals in 2 seasons as a midfielder as a regular in the team. This year I had a solid pre season just doing extra training in the gym and on the pitch followed by visualisation, goal setting, journalling, pre match routines, most of the techniques you discuss, been a game changer with me now having 9 goals 9 assists by December time, thank you and keep up the work🙌🏽👏🏽
Love to hear this - glad you’re seeing improvements to your game from those things. Keep upping those numbers 💪
Sam I just got over an injury and I haven’t played the same I do not feel the pain but I don’t play the same
Be patient. The brain will try to protect the body after injury. Means movements etc will be less fluid. You need to gradually work things back up to the norm
@@SamMartinPeakPerformance ok thank you
Sam, Thank you I have been a top soccer player science I was in 1st grade, and i was scared to join a team because I went to a tryout and I couldn't try out because there were too many better players than me. Right now I realize what you said anything is possible and now you going to push me to join a team and achieve my dream of becoming a pro. Thank you a lot man.
Good luck to you - hope 2024 is a great year!
Thank you Sam I’ve been watching your videos for a year and now I’m in an academy.
Brilliant, great to hear. Congrats
Sam i have just played an under 14 game but i played against the year above me. If i played well I would go into the 2008 team. I realized that this age group was much more physically stronger than me and so that game I played really well and got pass there defense multiple times but there physicality was undoubtedly hard to get pass. I played well and I would love to get chosen.
Btw you have helped a lot throughout this year I hope you have a great Christmas and a wonderful year
Sounds a great opportunity - the hardest ones pay off the most. Plenty to learn from and keep growing 👍
2024 is a year of change 💪, I hope everyone here achieves what they want, very very very helpful video thank you.
Let's get it 💪
you too man!
than you @@vaggelis_s
My dream is to go pro
And I’m confident now, 2024 is my year !
💪
How's it going?
@@superidol4670 actually fine, I did some trials last month and waiting for answers
Incredible Work Man!
I comment very rarely, but this video is the complete mental guide essential for a professional athlete willing to become best. Wishing you a Great Success Worldwide & keep making videos like that. More Power To You, Sir!
Thanks - appreciate the feedback 🫡
Because of you i started to work harder than ever thank you
Keep it up 💪
Sam I just want to let you know, you are incredibly underrated and your information truly helps a lot. Keep consistent at what you're doing and one day you will hit and be big. Just keep doing it bro, trust.
Every time I watch a video instant tangible gains are made
Yes Sam. Loved that one. Combination of all the tools to reach your fullest potential. Im a first division football player in Lebanon and i always felt like there was a secret sauce to being successful. Its my second season here and im still 20 and i already feel so good and fresh mentally about my next steps. Thanks a lot loved that one
Thanks for sharing - love to hear it. Hope this one can be a video to keep coming back to for simple reminders 💪🇱🇧
Sam… thank you I haven’t been disciplined the past few weeks because I had injured my back and took the gym days off my planner. I know I’m only young but I want to have good habits at a young age to gain the edge on people my age for when I’m older.
The body needs to recover so it’s always best to listen to it. Laying these foundations early will pay off in the long run for you 👍
One of my goals is to get into the peak performer program once uni is over
Love to hear it 🙌 you're always welcome
2024 will be ours 💪🏼
I had a u14 match today and I was really confident. I had all my targets set and I was gonna play for my academy team
But just before the match one of the teammates randomly said that u don’t get the playing 11 in school team
This made my confidence drop
But guess what.. I scored a goal in the 2nd half and it was a banger
The thing is that I face this kind of criticism every now and then
Being short and all that😅
Everybody gets criticism. What matters is how you deal with or use it 👍 well done
What team do u play for ¿
@@R9ISTHEGOAT9 Jaipur warriors fc
I know chess isn't a physical sport, but since i started using some of your videos as a guide, my results in chess tournaments have improved, thats if I practise of course
Love to hear it 👏♟️
Thank you so much. You are teaching me a lot and it’s really helping me.
You're welcome
Another amazing video Sam !
Glad you think so - was enjoyable putting this one together and packing so many practical things into 1 vid!
hey sam! great video as always! I am a 15 year old footballer. i got injured recently and been struggling mentally as it means i lose all my fitness and form. request to please make a video on how to deal with injuries mentally. Thanks!
will look into it
Thank you for the vidéo coach💪🏿
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Thanks sam ❤
Any time!
Box breathing,
Add "yets"
Developing an alter ego
These are the three things i'll be practicing. I'll keep you guys updated.
Great choices 🙌
Never fails bro the best
Keep winning bro 💪
@@SamMartinPeakPerformance Yes always strong 💪💪
2024 is gonna be OUR year
For sure 💪
I asked you about negetive thoughts
Will you make one
I already have a video on limiting beliefs - that should help/be relevant. I will also be releasing other videos related to this soon
Hi Sam, I'm having this dilemma where I want to change from a keeper to a defensive midfielder, I don't know why I have this desire because I love to play as a keeper but it seems like my brain is chasing what is fun vs. What I think I will excel at the most. The thoughts come and go and I confront them each time but they return at the end of the day.
It's completely normal to have conflicting desires about positions/where to play. Consider exploring the defensive midfielder role in a few practices to see if it aligns with both your enjoyment and potential skills, allowing you to make a more informed decision. But also balance your 'desire' with logic- really ask yourself what position can you be most successful in?
Sam what are your thoughts on taking a break from football if you are playing for the wrong purpose?
Absolutely fine to do 👍 you need time to rethink/evaluate and often that can only come from a break
Sam, at school I'm one of the best in my year, I'm very fast and strong with good long range shots, I'm a sniper with passes, I can dribble past nearly everyone and I'm a beast with tackles. Generally everyone agrees with me and all the pupils think I'm good too. But the coaches don't think so and I'm still on the C team even though I'm better than alot of A team starters. Any advice to get the coaches to notice me? Thanks
Numbers & Noticing - stats don’t lie so try to increase your output for goals and assists. Also, you only get noticed by doing things out of the norm. a lot of that comes from good risk-taking
Thanks Sam, I think i do have to take more risks because im too caught up in being perfect. Ill try score more goals and get more assists now.
Hi Sam, I’ve taken a bit of a break from football as I fell out of love with it and I have big exams coming up. I find myself procrastinating nowadays and pretty much doing nothing even though I stopped playing football to zone in on exams. Have you got any advice for my situation?
It's completely normal to feel overwhelmed, especially during exams. Always, always set specific study goals before each study/revision session to make sure you have more focus on the material you're covering. Also make sure to take regular, short breaks to keep yourself motivated - things like the Pomodoro technique are super helpful for that.
Hey sam my coach and friends say i should play as cb and i even got called up to my youth team too for that position but i really wanna play as striker and score goals
Goals are just a vanity and ego metric if you're someone who can have more of a positive impact elsewhere on the pitch.
Think carefully about where can you actually stand out most on a regular basis
sam, let's say you forget everything all at once and in a split second you need to remember one crucial key component about mental toughness, what would it be for you?
Mental toughness is about feeling & experiencing, not ignoring.
I.e. those who are mentally tough don't try to deny when they find something tough/difficult but they learn to accept it and grow comfortable with challenges
@@SamMartinPeakPerformance beautiful answer
@@SamMartinPeakPerformance Bro i've watched every video of yours and you changed my life. i promise when i make it i'll remember you
Sam after a bad game I lose confidence what can I do?
Watch my previous videos about building confidence 😅
Thanks sam i have si joint toracic spine & adductor tendon pain what u advice me i am young foot baller in begginer in twenty
Try get in contact with a physio/physical therapist as that's not my expertise
Yes sam know iam have treatment with physiotherapy for me what is your advice know i am in injury i dont paly in the pitch but except the pitch how to do like foot baller know i am in rest what is your advice for me🙏
hey sam what can i do to imporve and be the best in 2 sports
There's literally 24 things in this video to put into practice 😅
Am struggling to name alter ego what should i do
Watch this full video - it covers the naming process ruclips.net/video/GrGvsI1Kp5U/видео.htmlsi=yz26gJ2yPLMo844h
Does normal self talk in front of a mirror help?
@@Emil-cx4pl it can definitely help with keeping focused/really dialling into it.
Sam when I try to download the cheat sheet it doesn't work but I don\t know what's wrong tho
check junk folder - or it may be settings/restrictions on your web browser to stop downloads
I checked both and there was nothing in my junk folder and my there's no such settings
Sorry - no one else has had this issue. It must be your email provider either blocking it / maybe your inbox is full
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Hi Sam, I’ve taken a bit of a break from football as I fell out of love with it and I have big exams coming up. I find myself procrastinating nowadays and pretty much doing nothing even though I stopped playing football to zone in on exams. Have you got any advice for my situation?