COGNELITE

About COGNELITE

Welcome to the Cognelite Podcast, your go-to resource for mastering the mental side of sports. Hosted by Jess Hanson, Certified Mental Performance Consultant, this podcast is designed for coaches, athletes, and parents who want to build confidence, resilience, and a winning mindset. Whether you're a coach shaping the next generation of athletes, an athlete striving for peak performance, or a parent looking for ways to support your child’s mindset, this podcast gives you the mental tools to succeed. 🎧 New episodes drop regularly - subscribe now and gain the mental edge!

Publisher

Jess Hanson, CMPC

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Feb 2025

Latest episode

29 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

25 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2026

   The Mental Side of Returning to Sport After Injury: Confidence, Identity, and Trust

   What happens when you’re cleared to play, but you still don’t feel like the athlete you were before your injury? In this episode, Jess sits down with Cognelite’s Director of Operations and Client Development, Delaney Knipp, to talk about her experience recovering from multiple knee injuries during her Division I lacrosse career. Delaney shares the setbacks, the return to play, and what it took to rebuild confidence in herself and her body. They discuss: Feeling disconnected from your team while you’re injured, and finding ways to contribute Coping when recovery takes longer than expected The pressure to perform immediately after returning to play Rebuilding trust in your body and adjusting your expectations Celebrating small wins throughout rehab and beyond For athletes navigating an injury, and for the parents, coaches, and teammates supporting them, this is an honest conversation about why recovery can continue long after clearance. cognelite.net (Cognelite.net) | info@cognelite.net (mailto:info@cognelite.net) | @cognelite (instagram.com/cognelite)

2. 

   25 Aug 2026

   Back to School & Back to Better Habits: Helping Athletes Build Routines That Help Them Thrive

   The start of a new school year brings excitement, new goals, and a lot for student athletes to balance. Between classes, homework, practices, competition, relationships, and recovery, it can quickly feel like athletes are simply trying to survive each week. In this episode, Cognelite founder Jess Hanson and mental performance consultant Kiley Smith discuss how athletes can build realistic habits and routines that support both performance and overall wellbeing. They explore how to turn big goals into small, repeatable actions, prioritize intentional practice over simply doing more, protect sleep and recovery, create healthier boundaries with screens, and return to routines without judgment when life gets in the way. Jess and Kiley also share practical ideas for morning, pre-practice, homework, and evening routines, along with ways parents can provide structure, encourage independence, praise the process, and recognize when their athlete may be carrying too much. Whether you’re an athlete navigating a packed schedule or a parent wondering how to help, this episode offers practical strategies for making the school year feel more manageable, intentional, and sustainable. Interested in helping your athlete build stronger mental skills, healthier routines, and greater confidence? Learn more about one-on-one mental performance training or support for your team or organization at cognelite.net (https://www.cognelite.net/). cognelite.net | info@cognelite.net | @cognelite

3. 

   28 Jul 2026

   Concussions Beyond the Basics: The Hidden Role of Vision, Balance & Mental Health in Recovery

   When most people think about concussion recovery, they think about headaches and rest. But what if some of the biggest factors in recovery are the ones that often go unnoticed? In this episode, Cognelite's Kiley Smith is joined by primary care sports medicine physician Dr. Danny Mistry and occupational therapist Mandie Schake to explore the critical role that vision, balance (the vestibular system), and mental health play after a concussion. Together, they discuss: Why vision and balance problems are commonly overlooked after a concussion How vestibular and ocular dysfunction can affect athletic performance, school, and everyday life Common symptoms athletes, parents, and coaches should watch for The connection between concussion recovery and anxiety, confidence, identity, and mental health Why early, active, interdisciplinary rehabilitation leads to better outcomes How healthcare providers determine when an athlete is truly ready to return to play Whether you're an athlete, parent, coach, or healthcare provider, this conversation offers practical insights into why concussion recovery is about much more than simply waiting for symptoms to disappear—and why addressing the whole person leads to the best recovery. If you or someone you know is recovering from a concussion, this is an episode you won't want to miss. cognelite.net | info@cognelite.net | @cognelite

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