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
How Locker Room Talk Shapes Team Culture: Energy, Awareness, and Leadership in Sports
In this episode of The Mental Training Room, we dive into one of the most overlooked parts of team culture — locker room talk. The words and energy athletes bring into that space set the tone for how a team connects, competes, and supports one another.
We explore why locker room conversations matter, how they shape team chemistry, and ways athletes can become more aware of the messages they send — both verbal and nonverbal. Whether it’s building confidence, promoting positivity, or calling out toxic habits, this episode unpacks how awareness and intentional energy can transform a team from the inside out.
Tune in to learn practical mental performance tools for creating a strong, supportive locker room culture that elevates both individual and team success.
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