In this episode of the Get Mental podcast, host Dave Matthews speaks with Dr. Ford Dyke, a human performance optimization expert. They discuss Dr. Dyke's journey from a beach kid in Florida to a professor and coach for Team USA. The conversation explores the impact of the pandemic on personal growth, the importance of creating boundaries in high-performance environments, and the balance between striving for success and maintaining mental health. Dr. Dyke shares his experiences coaching Paralympic athletes and building a new team from scratch, emphasizing the role of mindfulness in performance and coaching. In this conversation, Ford Dyke discusses the integration of mindfulness in coaching, particularly within adaptive sports. He emphasizes the importance of silence and reflection for athletes, the unique resilience found in adapted athletes, and the effective coaching practices that foster an empowering environment. The dialogue also touches on the mental skills crucial for success in sports, the significance of understanding one's audience, and personal insights into routines and preferences.