Past Articles from Melissa Witmer

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Melissa Witmer is the founder of the Ultimate Athlete Project. She has been a part of the ultimate community since 1996, and is an author, content creator, and coach. Something of a citizen of the world, Melissa lives and works abroad and has instructed and connected ultimate players and coaches from all over the world.

  1. Witmer’s Wisdom: What Kind of Coach Are You Trying To Be?

    Becoming a better coach requires intention, especially in a player-driven sport.

    Feb 22, 2022 by in Opinion with 0 comments

  2. Witmer’s Wisdom: How to Train Your Dragon to Achieve Your Ultimate Goals This Year

    Using your brain as an ally instead of enemy of your goals.

    Jan 25, 2022 by in Opinion with 0 comments

  3. Witmer’s Wisdom: Three Mistakes to Avoid as You Prepare for Tryout Season

    What's holding you back at tryouts?

    Dec 29, 2021 by in Opinion with 0 comments

  4. Witmer’s Wisdom: The Most Powerful Training Tool That You’re Not Using

    You can use visualization to get a leg up on your competition.

    Nov 23, 2021 by in Opinion with 0 comments

  5. Witmer’s Wisdom: How to Process the End of Your Season, and Move Forward

    The end of the season can leave complex feelings, but we can process them and plan for what's next.

    Oct 26, 2021 by in Opinion with 0 comments

  6. Witmer’s Wisdom: The Basic Principles of Athletic Performance Training

    The standard training model isn't built to effectively train competitive athletes.

    Sep 21, 2021 by in Opinion with 0 comments

  7. Witmer’s Wisdom: Quick Improvement in Throwing

    Are you using optimal training methods for acquiring new throwing skills?

    Aug 24, 2021 by in Opinion with 0 comments

  8. Witmer’s Wisdom: How To Coach Yourself This Season

    Creating mental maps can help you improve on your own and function as your own coach.

    Jul 27, 2021 by in Opinion with 0 comments

  9. Witmer’s Wisdom: Three Small Fears Holding Back Your Game

    Your ultimate fears are hurting your performance. But they don't have to.

    Jul 6, 2021 by in Opinion with 0 comments

  10. Witmer’s Wisdom: Motivation Is Programmable

    Taking a few small actions a day is all it takes to create a positive motivational spiral.

    May 25, 2021 by in Opinion with 0 comments

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