How to Unlock the Run Flow State with Gio Colussi

Cricket Matters

In this episode, Josh Kennedy and James Breese welcome batting performance specialist Gio Colussi. With 26 years of experience and a renowned batting process, Gio shares his expertise on building systems for consistent batting success and unlocking the elusive run flow state.

You'll Learn:

• Gio’s system that helps players manage thoughts, emotions, and distractions, ensuring they remain calm at the crease and maintain focus on their technique.
• How mental resilience, alongside physical training, is key to mastering batting performance and how players can train their mindset for success.
• The key principles followed by top batsmen, from grip to unweighting the bat, to ensure consistent and powerful stroke play.
• How to access your run flow state, where everything comes naturally, and how Gio’s approach allows players to tap into this more frequently for higher scores.

Key Takeaways:

• Mental distractions, not just technique, are the root cause of dismissals. Controlling emotions and focusing on thought processes at the crease are crucial for high scores.
• One of the simplest yet most effective strategies is to maintain focus on the ball before every delivery. This small but vital step can significantly improve performance.
• By identifying key measurable fundamentals in batting, players can analyze their game, train accordingly, and make necessary adjustments for improvement.
• Success lies in following a consistent process rather than focusing solely on results. Players who trust their system are more likely to find success at the crease.
• Even the best players get out frequently. Reframing failures as learning opportunities is essential for long-term batting success.

Quotes:
“It’s thoughts, emotions, and distractions that cause dismissals, not your technique.”
“Batting is about systemized processes, not ad-hoc actions—this is the key to consistent success.”
“You’re going to fail more than you succeed in cricket, so don’t draw confidence from your scores; focus on your process.”
“The greatest players do the boring stuff longer and better than everyone else.”

Find Gio on:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• Linkedin
• Website

Find James on:

• Instagram: @jamesbreese
• Twitter: @_jamesbreese

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Capitoli

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Seven Fundamentals of Batting (00:06:31)

3. Embracing Failure and Building Confidence (00:18:45)

4. Changing How You Train (00:28:00)

5. Finding Your Run Flow State (00:38:25)