Mental Training Room
Mental Training Room is a podcast hosted by former Division I athletes, Haley Herdman and Naomi Yim. Haley is a current Mental Health Therapist who works with athletes on their mental game and Naomi is a real estate investor with a passion for spreading awareness around mental health in sports. Designed as a community and safe space for athletes, our goal is to foster honest conversations about the mental health challenges that athletes face within their sport while also advocating for more mental skills coaching imbedded into overall training programs, in hopes to close the gap from mental unprepared to MENTALLY ELITE!
Through insightful discussions with a diverse range of guests—including mental health professionals, current and former athletes, coaches, and much more—we aim to provide comfort, relatability, and practical takeaways for our listeners. In our episodes, we talk mindset, performance pressure, recovery, identity, and other authentic stories. While this podcast is not a substitute for professional help, we hope each episode reminds you that you’re not alone in this journey.
If you are in crisis, please reach out to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.
Mental Training Room
NCAA Initiatives for Holistic Student-Athlete Development with Lisa Auld
In this episode, we sit down with Lisa Auld, a leader in student-athlete development, to explore what holistic development truly means in the world of college athletics. We unpack how universities—and the NCAA—are evolving beyond performance-based models to support the whole student-athlete: mind, body, and identity.
Lisa shares insights from her work implementing strategic programs that prioritize mental health, life skills, academic success, and personal growth. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or someone invested in sports culture, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the initiatives shaping the future of college sports.
Tune in to learn:
- What holistic student-athlete development looks like in action
- How the NCAA is creating systems of support across campuses
- Why identity, purpose, and well-being matter just as much as stats
- Actionable ways universities can champion athlete wellness
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