David Young – Transitioning from Mechanics to the Mental Aspect - Clay Mastermind with Dawn Grant: Mental Excellence & Industry Insights David Young, a clay shooter, shares his journey and the importance of the mental aspect of the sport. He discusses how his background in business and overthinking everything initially hindered his progress. However, with the help of mental training, he has learned to trust his subconscious and let go of overanalyzing. David emphasizes the need for intentional training and the shift from focusing on mechanics to focusing on the mental game. He also highlights the impact of repetition and habits in both shooting and other aspects of life. In this conversation, Dawn Grant and David discuss the importance of mental conditioning in sports, specifically in shotgun sports like clay shooting. They talk about the role of focus, the challenges of training mentally, and the need for guidance from experts in the field. They also touch on the significance of having fun, managing expectations, and the importance of vision in shooting. David shares his experience with the zone and the impact of mental training on his performance. They also discuss the importance of physical fitness, nutrition, and sleep in overall performance. David emphasizes the need for intentionality and commitment to continuous improvement. Dawn Grant Links https://dawngrant.com/ https://mindmastered.com/ https://ameliashotgunsports.com/ Free webinar here: https://dawngrant.com/pages/clay-shooters-mind-game-mastery Key Takeaways -The mental aspect of clay shooting becomes more important as you progress in the sport. -Overthinking and trying to make things happen can hinder performance. -Intentional training and focusing on the mental game are crucial for success. -Repetition and habits play a significant role in both shooting and other areas of life. Mental conditioning is crucial in sports, including shotgun sports like clay shooting. -Focus and the ability to let go of overthinking are essential skills to develop. -Finding a coach or mentor who understands the mental game and can guide you is important. -Having fun and managing expectations are key to enjoying the sport and performing well. -Physical fitness, nutrition, and sleep also play a significant role in overall performance. -Continuous improvement requires intentionality and commitment. Key Words: clay shooting, mental training, overthinking, subconscious, intentional training, repetition, habits, mental conditioning, focus, training, guidance, fun, expectations, vision, zone, physical fitness, nutrition, sleep, intentionality, continuous improvement Join The Clay Lab Squad to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQ4Epr--Dor0ydrflnLnTg/join Like, Share, and Subscribe. Be sure to comment what else you would like to see in the future. Disclaimers: All logos used in this video were used by express permission of Fiocchi USA, Cole Fine Guns & Gunsmithing, Westside Sporting Grounds, Ranger, Greenwood Custom Stocks, Castellani USA, Electronic Hearing Protection, SoundGear, Fennell Shooting School, and Krieghoff International. Music: Used under license from Epidemicsound This video, podcast, article, and channel are a product of Clay Lab USA, LLC. All Copyright protections apply.