In this episode, professional basketball player Tadas Sedekerskis shares his journey from a young prospect in Lithuania to a captain in Spain's Baskonia. He discusses the challenges of moving abroad at a young age, adapting to different coaching styles, and the importance of mental strength and consistency in training. Tadas reflects on his experiences with injuries, the significance of recovery, and the value of mentorship in his career. He emphasizes the need for patience and self-awareness in the pursuit of improvement, both on and off the court.

Takeaways

Tadas moved to Spain at 14 to pursue basketball.
He faced challenges adapting to a new environment and coaching style.
Mental strength is crucial for overcoming setbacks.
Consistency in training is key to improvement.
Injuries taught him the importance of patience.
Recovery practices are essential for athlete longevity.
Learning from mentors can significantly impact growth.
Self-awareness in training methods is vital for success.
Investing in body care and recovery is crucial.
Never stop learning and adapting in your career.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey Begins: Leaving Lithuania for Spain
05:15 Adapting to a New Environment: Training in Spain
11:00 Facing Challenges: Transitioning to the Men's Team
17:07 Building Resilience: Overcoming Setbacks and Injuries
23:29 Resilience in Adversity
29:46 Lessons in Patience
34:35 Self-Analysis and Growth
41:25 Key Takeaways for Success

Welcome to the introductory episode! This podcast is something I’ve been wanting to create for 3 years. It is a space dedicated to helping young basketball players grow their skills, build their bodies, and develop the right mindset to succeed.

I am inspired by the idea that you can succeed by working only on 3 areas:

1. Your skill
2. Your body
3. You mindset

This podcast is designed to provide practical, actionable advice for players aged 12-19. Whether you’re dreaming of going pro or just want to improve your current game, you will find value here.

In this episode, I share the purpose behind the podcast and what you can expect. With so much conflicting advices on social media —some say lift weights, others say don’t; some focus on skill work, others on conditioning—it can be overwhelming to know who to trust. That is why I’m bringing expert guests like:

1. Basketball coaches,
2. Strength trainers
3. Skills development coaches
4. Professional players, and
5. Psychologists

They will be cutting through the noise of social media and giving you insights what really works.

If you’re serious about improving as a player, this podcast is for you. Subscribe to be informed when the first full episode drops, and let’s start this journey together.

Let’s train basketball, body, and mind.