Podcast
Pickleball Therapy
Hosted by Tony Roig · EN
The podcast dedicated to your pickleball improvement. We are here to help you achieve your pickleball goals, with a focus on the mental part of your game. Our mission is to share with you a positive and more healthy way of engaging with pickleball. Together let’s forge a stronger relationship with the sport we all love. With the added benefit of playing better pickleball too. No matter what you are trying to accomplish in your pickleball journey, Pickleball Therapy is here to encourage and support you.
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Ep. 284 - My Hope for You
Feb 2700:20:09Tap to summarizeThere's something meaningful —something worthy of care, attention, and long-term commitment about pickleball. My personal hopes for you as a pickleball player—on the court and beyond is that you're building a lifelong relationship with the sport. Because pickleball can strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, and deepen your personal growth. Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/284-my-hope-for-you/
Transcribe →Ep. 283 - Embrace the Stress
Feb 2000:21:36Tap to summarizeStress is not the enemy in pickleball—it’s the very fabric of the game and embracing it can accelerate your growth and transform your mindset on the court. In this episode of Pickleball Therapy, I want to challenge you as a player to rethink stress as a positive force that strengthens resilience and sharpens your performance.Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/283-embrace-the-stress/
Transcribe →Ep. 282 - The Rule of Thirds
Feb 1300:16:18Tap to summarizeOne-third of your improvement journey will feel uncomfortable and if you’re serious about getting better, struggle is not a sign of failure—it’s evidence of growth. On this episode, you'll learn how to navigate frustration, push beyond your comfort zone, and embrace the process that leads to real, lasting improvement. Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/282-the-rule-of-thirds/
Transcribe →Ep. 281 - Are You Converting Your Game
Feb 600:18:15Tap to summarizeAre you converting all of the ability you have into performance on the court? In this episode, I'll use a solar panel analogy to explore how intentionality, clarity, and focus—especially on serves and returns—can dramatically improve results without adding new shots or techniques. Listen in to learn how to unlock more of your existing game. Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/281-are-you-converting-your-game/
Transcribe →Ep. 280 - Learning From Personal Experience
Jan 3000:22:43Tap to summarizePickleball doesn’t test us when everything is going well—it tests us when preparation, pressure, and performance don’t fully align. That’s exactly what happened during a recent tournament I played, and the experience offered valuable insight that I share in this episode, into how expectations, focus, and resilience work in competitive play. Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/280-learning-from-personal-experience
Transcribe →Ep. 279 - The Ball, The Ball, The Ball
Jan 2300:19:13Tap to summarizeOne of the most overlooked performance skills in pickleball is focus. Mental distractions like the score, past mistakes, or partner reactions can quietly erode performance. Listen in to learn practical techniques to stay present, free mental bandwidth, and focus on what truly matters- the ball.Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/279-the-ball-the-ball-the-ball/
Transcribe →Ep. 278 - No Thank You! PLUS Celebrate the Effort
Jan 1600:27:11Tap to summarizeKnowing when to say “no thank you” on the court and learning to celebrate effort beyond simple wins and losses is a powerful mindset shift. I challenge you to reclaim your agency, protect your experience, and rethink success in pickleball and sport. Listen to the full episode for a deeper perspective on healthy competition and mental resilience. Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/278-no-thank-you-plus-celebrate-the-effort/
Transcribe →Ep. 277 - In and Out for This Year
Jan 900:17:54Tap to summarizeAn “In and Out for 2026” mindset can help you, as a pickleball player, reset how you approach improvement, partnership, and self-talk on the court. I challenge you to remove what no longer serves you and replace it with intentional, growth-focused choices. Support yourself and others, and begin 2026 with clarity and purpose. Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/277-in-and-out-for-this-year/
Transcribe →Ep. 276 - Your 2026 Pickleball Canvas
Dec 2600:21:30Tap to summarizeIn this year-end episode of Pickleball Therapy, I invite you to think differently about your game by using pickleball as a canvas for growth in 2026. Beyond wins and losses, pickleball can challenge your mind, strengthen your body, and support personal development on and off the court. Listen in as you prepare to step into the new year with intention and purpose.Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/276-your-2026-pickleball-canvas/
Transcribe →Ep. 260 - Set the Expectation Band That Is Right for You
Sep 500:22:40Tap to summarizeSetting the right expectations can transform your mindset on the court and open the door to stronger, calmer, and more resilient play. In this episode, I'll share personal reflections and practical strategies to help you expand the “acceptable band” of behavior rather than striving for perfection. Listen now for insights you can bring directly to your play to prepare mentally, use your agency, and approach the game with balance and clarity.Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/260-set-the-expectation-band-that-is-right-for-you
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