WELCOME TO THE READY SET MINDFUL PODCAST: EPISODE 1

Settle in as Kerri Bicskei, Founder of Ready Set Mindful, provides a quick overview of what the Ready Set Mindful podcast has in store for you.
In this episode Kerri shares some of her own personal journey of injuries, life transitions and mental health and wellness. Ready Set Mindful is committed to helping athletes and overachievers explore how specific tools and strategies can decrease stress and anxiety and improve mental health.
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GET THE PODCAST HEREEpisode 2: Bill Drake on Student-Athlete Mental Health and Wellness.

Bill Drake:Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Health and Wellness for Gonzaga University
Kerri and Bill discuss the many mental health challenges that face college athletes today, and how coaches and athletic support staff can be part of the solution in addressing these issues.
Listen to the full conversation on The Ready Set Mindful podcast on iTunes and if you like what you hear like and SUBSCRIBE!
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Episode 3: Therese Martinez RD on inflammation, the gut microbiome, intermittent fasting and nutrition

Therese Martinez, RD: Founder of The Restorative Dietician
Join us this episode as we chat with Registered Dietician Therese Martinez on how holistic wellness can optimize your athletic performance. Therese and Kerri discuss the gut microbiome, inflammation, optimal nutrition for athletes as well as intermittent fasting. Listen as we explore Therese's own wellness journey and find out what tips and hacks we have in store for you to help propel your athletic performance
Episode 4: Simon Homedes, Gonzaga mens tennis player on the importance of community, and student-athlete mental health

Simon Homedes, Gonzaga University Mens Tennis
Kerri and Simon sit down and discuss the many facets that impact our overall mental health and wellness, especially pertaining to athletes. Simon discusses the impact that community, and a balanced routine have on his own personal wellness routine, and he also discusses transitioning from student-athlete to a working professional. Stay tuned as Simon shares his journey with us.
Episode 5: Mike Nilson discusses the importance of mindfulness for athletes and the power of mindset during this time of uncertainty

Mike Nilson: Licensed Sports Nutritionist and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Gonzaga University
Mike and Kerri dive deep into mindfulness and the importance of mindset for athletes during this uncertain point in time. Mike talks leadership tools, goals vs commitments and divulges his own wellness practices that helped transform his life.