Category Archives for "Mindset"

TFP 226: How to Handle Pressure by Changing Your Perspective with Vesa Ponkka

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV5378252720.mp3?updated=1637769923″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad and Vesa Ponkka” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On Episode 226 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with coach Vesa Ponkka about how to handle pressure by changing your perspective. Coach Vesa Ponkka is the Director of Tennis at the Junior Tennis Champions Center, home to Frances Tiafoe, Denis Kudla, and […]

TFP 224: How to Improve Your Returns and Develop Winning Strategies with Karue Sell

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV1201608212.mp3?updated=1632932330″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad and Dean Hollingworth” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On Episode 218 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with strength and conditioning coach Dean Hollingworth about how to warm up and strength training efficiently and effectively for maximum tennis performance. Dean has over twenty-five years of experience as a strength and conditioning […]

TFP 223: How to Simplify Your Serve and Develop a Winning Mindset with Karue Sell

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV6506639646.mp3?updated=1635926437″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad and Karue Sell” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On Episode 223 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with elite tennis pro Karue Sell about how you can simplify your serve and develop a winning mindset. Karue achieved a career high #371 ATP Tour ranking, 15.01 UTR rating, and is Naomi Osaka’s […]

TFP 217: How Yoga Strengthens Your Mind and Body with Cheri Cope

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV4575311389.mp3?updated=1630489898″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad and Steve Smith” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On Episode 213 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with New York Times correspondent and author Christopher Clarey about his new book: “The Master: The Long Run and Beautiful Game of Roger Federer.” Chris is a top international sportswriter and has been a […]

TFP 216: Why the Contact Point Determines Your Success in Tennis with Vesa Ponkka

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV2705235484.mp3?updated=1631103901″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad and Vesa Ponkka” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On Episode 216 of The Tennis Files Podcast, coach Vesa Ponkka will reveal how to find your ideal contact point for more powerful and consistent ball striking. Coach Vesa Ponkka is Senior Director of Tennis at the Junior Tennis Champions Center, home to Frances […]

TFP 213: Christopher Clarey – The Long Run and Beautiful Game of Roger Federer

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV5937177376.mp3?updated=1629901801″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad and Christopher Clarey” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On Episode 213 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with New York Times correspondent and author Christopher Clarey about his new book: “The Master: The Long Run and Beautiful Game of Roger Federer.” Chris is a top international sportswriter and has been a […]

TFP 212: Q&A Mailbag — Second Serve Consistency, Doubles Movement, and Pressure Drills

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV1612625355.mp3?updated=1629302928″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On Episode 212 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn how to develop a consistent second serve, how to anticipate where your opponent’s shot is going, my favorite pressure drills, and more on this Q&A edition of the show! I receive tons of questions from the Tennis […]

TFP 211: Vania King — Mental Health, Technical Changes, and the Spirit of Giving

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV1529460677.mp3?updated=1627461622″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On Episode 210 of The Tennis Files Podcast, tennis instructor James Ludlow will talk about one of the most important parts of the game, the serve. James is a Certified Tennis Instructor at Online Tennis Instruction (OTI). He attended a clinic in 2015 with the Head Coach […]

TFP 209: 5 Keys to an Explosive Forehand

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV4521495214.mp3?updated=1620226152″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad and Peter Freeman” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On this episode of the podcast, Peter Freeman from Crunch Time Coaching reveals 8 key strategies to help you defeat pushers, aka the most exhausting player (MEP). There’s a certain type of opponent that amateur tennis players routinely struggle playing against. These players have […]

TFP 208: Claudio Pistolesi — Pro Tour Secrets to Unlock Your Tennis Career

[smart_track_player url=”https://chtbl.com/track/1A29DD/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADV4521495214.mp3?updated=1620226152″ artist=”Mehrban Iranshad and Peter Freeman” social_linkedin=”true” social_pinterest=”true” social_email=”true” ] On this episode of the podcast, Peter Freeman from Crunch Time Coaching reveals 8 key strategies to help you defeat pushers, aka the most exhausting player (MEP). There’s a certain type of opponent that amateur tennis players routinely struggle playing against. These players have […]