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Tennis IQ Podcast

Tennis IQ Podcast
Tennis
Mental Performance
Mental Toughness
Sports Psychology
Sport Psychology
Rafael Nadal
Self-Talk
Tennis Performance
Coaching
Motivation
Mindfulness
Carlos Alcaraz
Mental Health
Roger Federer
Jannik Sinner
Novak Djokovic
Self-Determination Theory
Aryna Sabalenka
Tennis Strategy
Personal Growth

Ninety percent of tennis performance is mental and that's what makes the sport so difficult. Sport psychology professionals Brian Lomax and Josh Burger share their insights on mental performance in tennis, discuss current events in the world of tennis, and interview guests with a unique perspective on mental toughness. Whether you want to learn more about the mental game in tennis or you just have... more

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Latest Episodes

John Mollura is a keynote speaker, author of Let It Fly, and leadership coach who helps high-performing leaders and organizations create clarity, build trust, take decisive action, and grow confidence. John spent 15 years leading mission-critical fie... more

Min Hoezoo-Mahmut is a national and international competitive female player, a writer with experience at national publications, and a university student. The conversation covers Min’s varied background and interests in fashion, music, and the arts pa... more

In this second episode on Motivational Interviewing (MI), Brian and Josh discuss the acronym RULE which stands for resist the righting reflex, understand the patient’s own motivations, listen with empathy, and empower the person. The co-hosts review ... more

In this episode, Josh and Brian talk to Dr. Jim Afremow and Phil White about their new book, The Daily Champions Mind: 365 Days of Mental Toughness Training with the World's Greatest Athletes.

Jim Afremow, PhD, is a sport and performance psychologis... more

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Recent Guests

John Mollura
Keynote speaker, author of Let It Fly, and leadership coach with 15 years supporting NASA and elite U.S. military units
Episode: Ep. 267 - John Mollura and Making Good Decisions Repeatable
Min Hoezoo-Mahmut
International and national competitive tennis player, writer and university student
Episode: Ep. 266 - Min Hoezoo-Mahmut on Pursuing Tennis and Other Passions
Jim Afremow
Sport and performance psychologist, author of The Champion's Mind and co-author of The Daily Champion's Mind
Author and psychologist
Episode: Ep. 264 - The Daily Champions Mind with Dr. Jim Afremow and Phil White
Phil White
Emmy-nominated writer, co-author of The Leader's Mind, and co-host of The Basketball Strong Podcast
Author/Writer
Episode: Ep. 264 - The Daily Champions Mind with Dr. Jim Afremow and Phil White
Carol Weyman
Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation leader
Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation (MCB Tennis Foundation)
Episode: Ep. 262 - The Focus on Character in Little Mo Tournaments
Cindy Brinker Simmons
Daughter of Maureen Connolly Brinker, foundation leader
Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation
Episode: Ep. 262 - The Focus on Character in Little Mo Tournaments
Dr. Sue Jackson
Performance psychologist and leading expert on flow in sports
Independent
Episode: Ep. 258 - Dr. Sue Jackson and Flow in Tennis
Lisa Stone
Founder and creator of ParentingAces, a podcast and platform for junior/college tennis families
Parenting Aces
Episode: Ep. 253 - Lisa Stone of ParentingAces | Helping Families Navigate Junior Tennis
Bill Tym
Accomplished tennis coach and player, USPTA Master Professional
USPTA
Episode: Tribute to Bill Tym - The Evolution of a Champion (Ep. 13)

Hosts

Brian Lomax
Host of Tennis IQ Podcast; focuses on mental performance and coaching insights.
Josh Burger
Co-host focusing on mental performance, audience engagement, and guest interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 225 ratings
  • Spot On

    Excellent insights/tips for the mental aspects of tennis, which are so critically important for all ages.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smoore2020
    United States9 months ago
  • Helpful

    Very helpful show for the mental side of the game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DBEssTee
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent Show!

    The Tennis IQ podcast is fantastic for tennis enthusiasts. It also has a lot of interesting content for non-tennis players regarding the psychology of competition and performance. I've been listening to Brian and Josh for a few years, as I discovered their show shortly after picking up the sport. As hosts, they're very engaging, entertaining, and a joy to listen to. I've listened to many tennis podcasts, but this one stands out for its superb quality, depth, and variety. I've learned much from t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emallove
    United States2 years ago
  • Great life lessons and tennis!

    This podcast is an excellent listen for anyone interested in sports psychology in general and tennis psychology in particular. But it does more than that. The show has great recommendations for books about performance and excellence in general which are very useful. Every episode I have listened to has taught me something about how to approach my career (which sadly is not in sports) or my life. It’s very motivational and helpful! Thank you for a great show. I am learning a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vfnewby
    Netherlands2 years ago
  • Always a Good Listen

    I have really loved this podcast for a while! Being a coach and player there’s a need for growth and putting in the work mentally used to be the hardest part for me. When I need to recenter my mindset or even want insight of how I can think differently around tennis these days, I come here for a listen.

    I sent you guys an email from my work email address and really hope to hear back!

    Thanks for everything,

    Joyce

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joycesf[]{#
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise depth and practicality of mental game strategies.
The show blends psychology with real-world tennis coaching and parenting insights.
Hosts are engaging and knowledgeable with high-quality guests.

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#11
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Apple Podcasts
#28
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Apple Podcasts
#28
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#10
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Apple Podcasts
#13
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#45
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 267 - John Mollura and Making Good Decisions Repeatable
Q: What particular skills or tools or strategies do you find can help people with that?
Mollura recommends preparing before pressure rises and using his HITS framework: halt, ask what is immediately important, take intentional action, and set a specific deadline.
Ep. 267 - John Mollura and Making Good Decisions Repeatable
Q: What is the role of clarity and purpose in dealing with fear and choosing the next right action?
Mollura says clarity helps people cut through mental noise, understand what they are trying to achieve, and choose a useful next step instead of reacting or drifting away from their goal.
Ep. 266 - Min Hoezoo-Mahmut on Pursuing Tennis and Other Passions
Q: What would be some advice that you would give to a younger player getting started in tennis, but who also has some other interests, maybe is feeling the pressure to specialize?
She advises young players to follow what they enjoy and not feel pressured to specialize or cut off other interests just to earn a ranking. She says there is more to a person than being an athlete.
Ep. 266 - Min Hoezoo-Mahmut on Pursuing Tennis and Other Passions
Q: What do you find is the key to balancing it all?
Hoezoo-Mahmut says time management matters, as does recognizing when to take a break and reprioritize. She paused tennis for three months while studying for exams, then returned gradually and felt the break helped her achieve her academic goals.
Ep. 258 - Dr. Sue Jackson and Flow in Tennis
Q: What practical steps can players take to enter flow more reliably?
Develop a pre-match routine that grounds attention, set clear point-by-point goals or a clear plan, practice immediate feedback through focused attention on ball-racket contact, and cultivate autotelic motivation by aligning practice and competition with the intrinsic enjoyment of play.

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What is Tennis IQ Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the mental side of tennis, exploring performance psychology, mindset shifts, and practical routines that players, coaches, and parents can adopt on and off the court. Episodes span topics like flow, clutch performance, patience, handling losses, and the impact of expectations, often featuring coaches and sport-psychology guests to ground ideas in research and real-world practice. A notable strength is the blend of science-inspired concepts with actionable routines and relatable coaching anecdotes, making complex ideas accessible for listeners ranging from serious competitors to mentors and families involved in junior tennis. The format consistently emphasizes process over results, resilience, and strategic mental skills... more

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1. John Mollura
2. Min Hoezoo-Mahmut
3. Jim Afremow
4. Phil White
5. Carol Weyman
6. Cindy Brinker Simmons
7. Dr. Sue Jackson
8. Lisa Stone

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