Mental Training Room
Mental Training Room is a podcast hosted by former Division I basketball players Haley Herdman and Naomi Yim. Designed as a community and safe space for the athlete community, our goal is to foster honest conversations about the mental health challenges that come with sports.
Through insightful discussions with a diverse range of guests—including mental health professionals, current and former athletes, coaches, and academic advisors—we aim to provide comfort, relatability, and practical takeaways for our listeners. While this podcast is not a substitute for professional help, we hope each episode reminds you that you’re not alone in this journey.
If you are in crisis, please reach out to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.
Mental Training Room
Navigating Injuries and Life After Sports with Dani Iwami
Dani Iwami (@daniiwami) is a former collegiate basketball player who suffered three season ending injuries throughout her career at Hawaii Pacific University and Western Washington University. As she navigated her way through the injury/recovery process, she found a new love for art. Dani is now a successful ceramicist (@danikawaiistudios) who gained a large following through Tik Tok. In this episode, Dani, Haley, and Naomi talk about the struggles they individually faced in college with coaches, self-discipline, and trying to find new passions in their post-athlete lives. This episode is authentic and relatable for any athlete.
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