There is something that you should keep in mind when you think about the word *competition* though. Who exactly are you competing against? Being competitive is natural for any athlete, but you should never forget the fact that baseball (and life) is a *team* sport. How you interact with your teammates is just as important as the work you do to improve your own game.

We’ve all been there. You get pumped up for game day, and within the first few innings, the game is already out of hand. At that point, it can feel as though the game is dragging on forever (especially during those hot summer days), and it can become very easy to lose focus and drift back into bad habits. You may have even thought about ways you can make the game speed up to get out of there.

All of us are going to experience obstacles in our lives, it’s how we internalize the process of learning that makes the difference. When you face an obstacle in your life, remember to approach it with a positive attitude and think of ways that you can overcome it. It will make you stronger in the long run! Remember these four words: FALL. LEARN. RISE…STRONGER.

Building character is the foundation for *everything* that you do as an athlete and as a person. Think about the type of person you want to be. Do you want the best thing that someone can say about you to be that you had a good batting average? People remember the way that you treat them and how you made them feel. It seems so simple, but here are four things that you can do EVERY DAY to make yourself a better player and teammate:

Getting injured can be a massive setback if you allow yourself to fall into the trap of self pity. However, if you are able to flip your mindset in order to see the situation as an opportunity for improvement, you’ll be able to develop key areas that will allow you to come back stronger.

Think of the summer as a time to gain a competitive advantage. If you put the work in now, you’ll head into the fall on another level!

Now that we appear to be headed towards a sense of normalcy in the summer of 2021, it’s an interesting time to look back on some of the habits that we’ve developed over the last year and a half. As with most things, there have been both positives and negatives to come out of this experience and today we’ll talk about habits developed during the pandemic that are worth keeping around after it’s over, and those that are probably worth leaving behind.

Whatever you do, use social media and technology to your benefit, don’t let it use you. Slowly but surely start thinking about new behaviors and habits to create that will enhance your performance on and off the field. I promise, you will be grateful for it!

While the science on *why* and *how* gut health improves health and performance is still evolving, there is some interesting research out there, as well as products, that promote various facets of good gut health.

If you break your arm, people will see the cast and know you have an injury. If you’re dealing with mental health issues, people aren’t able to see the pain and turmoil that you might be feeling. Think about some of the top athletes you know, whether it be a pro or simply the best player on your school team. Do you think you would really know if they were experiencing any issues?

There are three things that you can control that will impact your physical and mental well being: diet, exercise, and sleep. In this blog post we’ll dive deeper into how certain actions you take impact your mental performance the most.

The combination of the Powermask and Breathonics app has completely changed everything when it comes to my daily breath work/mental fitness training, and sleep.

Creating a good game day routine around your schedule and your diet is critical to sustainable success as an athlete. In today’s blog post, I’ll go over the importance of these two aspects to help you optimize your game day routine. Before we dive into the details though, let's talk about the routines of some of the greatest athletes in the world.

At Fully Equipped Athlete, we’re always on the lookout for ways to elevate your game and life. I made a career out of my obsession with finding every edge to improve my performance. I’ve tried out tons of products: from UV light blockers to cricket protein. I want to pass along what I've learned, so you don't have to go through my trials and errors process.

Today I want to talk about a product called HECOstix. Anyone can use this: at any age level or sport.

Even though we drink water every day, it’s something that is still not being done effectively by most athletes, to their own detriment. The majority of athletes at all levels are not properly hydrating, and dehydration leads to a decrease in performance. If you’re able to optimize your hydration, then you’re already a step above the competition.

Part of being a top athlete is consistency, and being able to perform at your peak during the course of a full season is even more important than having one great game. If you learn proper recovery techniques as a young athlete, you’ll be way ahead of the game in terms of keeping yourself fresh and performing at your peak every time.

Simple lifestyle changes could have a big impact on your performance, and all you have to do is catch some extra ZZZs. Of all the ways that you can improve as an athlete, spending a little extra time under the covers can be the difference between waking up refreshed and ready to tackle the day, and trudging around like a zombie just going through the motions.

Brandon Guyer from Fully Equipped Athlete delves into the philosophy, history, and approach to hitting with Pro Hitting Coach Jamie Nelson, former Major League Baseball player and hitting coach with the Tampa Bay Rays organization. This webinar is an amazing deep dive into all aspects of hitting from two major league vets, that is applicable for anyone looking to improve their approach at the plate and become a better hitter.

Brandon Guyer from Fully Equipped Athlete discusses the state of High School Sports with special guest John Kelley, State Championship Football Coach From Quince Orchard HS, MD. Brandon and John discuss what it's like dealing with Covid-19 as a high school coach, what athletes should be doing to use the time that they have now to become better, and how the high school sports seasons, scheduling, and recruiting are all being impacted.