Bite Size Pickleball Podcast
SportUnique, fun, and concise pickleball tips from sportswriter Rick Cipes, who has written for over 50 publications including the L.A. Times, ESPN Magazine, and he is a regular writer for Pickleball MagazineBuy Rick’s new book: "How to Play Better Pickleball,” as well his latest book "11 Ways of the Athletic Warrior: A Guide to Peak Performance,” both available on Amazon. Rick is also the host of the popular Facebook Group: Bite Size Pickleball (7.9 thousand followers), a newsletter at https://bitesizepickleball.substack.com/ and he owns the pickleball clothing and gift shop at https://bitesizepickleball.com/ Use discount code VIPcustomer10.Become a supporter of the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2209957/supportPlease feel free to reach out to Rick at info@bitesizepickleball.com.
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- Be Willing to Stop and Ask for Directions (00:08:18)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes rants about, usually, dudes who continually try to hack their way through the game, and why it is a big friggin' waste of time. Check out the pickleball books Rick has written available on Amazon.
- Interviewing Legends (00:11:16)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes recounts his experiences interviewing a couple of legends along the way as he produces his basketball docuseries Full Court Shadow.
- The Value of Preparation (00:09:44)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes shares why it's so important to be prepared and make a plan. Mainly, so you have confidence enough to chuck that plan aside and go with the flow. Check out Rick's pickleball books at Amazon.
- Agenda and Flow (00:07:32)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes talks about how his trip to New York City applies to learning a lesson about pickleball. Make sure to check out Rick's latest book Pickleball Riffs available at Amazon.
- Don't Get Lost Down the Neanderthal Hole (00:09:06)
Bite Size Pickleball host, and regular Pickleball Magazine writer, Rick Cipes discusses the difference of playing chess, or checkers, when it comes to pickleball. WTF? Just listen. Check out Rick's latest book Pickleball Riffs available at Amazon.
- Pickleball Riffs The New Book (00:06:30)
Bite Size Pickleball host chats about his new pickleball book and riffs on what is holding you back from playing your best tournament pickleball!
- Your Eyes Are on the Wrong Prize! (00:02:57)
Bite Size Pickleball host and regular Pickleball Magazine contributor Rick Cipes explains why you're focusing on the wrong thing when you play and how that impacts your play. Make sure to read Rick's book How to Play Better Pickleball available now at Amazon.
- Your Pickleball Kryptonite (00:06:53)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes gives you a few ideas on how to calm yourself down so you can tap the flow more often in pickleball. Make sure to read Rick's highly reviewed book How to Play Better Pickleball available now at Amazon.
- Pickleball Paddle Review: Perseus IV (00:05:48)
Bite Size Pickleball host, and regular Pickleball Magazine writer, Rick Cipes breaks down the new Joola Perseus IV. Check out Rick’s book How to Play Better Pickleball available at Amazon.
- Preparation Meets Opportunity (00:05:20)
Bite Size Pickleball host discusses how important preparation is in our pursuit of greatness. Check out Rick’s book How to Play Better Pickleball available at Amazon.
- It May Be Good to Have a Plan (00:07:34)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes discusses why it is good to have a plan on the court, and on the court of life, and why it’s also good to be open to chucking that plan and going with the flow. Read Rick’s 5-star reviewed book "How to Play Better Pickleball" available now at Amazon.
- 10 Dad Jokes About Peak Performance (00:05:30)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes is always going on about being “in the zone,” or “flow” as it is also known, he figured he would collab with his fav collaborator and come up with some dad jokes on the topic. Read Rick’s book How to Play Better Pickleball available now at Amazon.
- How Slow Can You Go? (00:05:52)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes breaks down why it’s so important to learn how to slow down your mind when you’re playing pickleball. Read Rick’s book "How to Play Better Pickleball" available at Amazon.
- What’s Blocking Your Flow (00:09:40)
More discussion on what it takes to stay in the flow in pickleball and in life from Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes. Check out Rick’s book 11 Ways of the Athletic Warrior: A Guide to Peak Performance available on Amazon.
- The Secret Power of Flow (00:07:20)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes discusses his favorite analogy for finding the flow, not only in life, but in pickleball! If you’re interested in the flow, read Rick’s book "11 Ways of the Athletic Warrior: A Guide to Peak Performance" available at Amazon.
- Chaos is in the Air, What Can You Do About It? (00:06:36)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes shares an anecdotal story about having to duck some chaos on the court and what can be done about it, as the ducker, and the duckee. Read Rick’s books How to Play Better Pickleball, and 11 Ways of the Athletic Warrior: A Guide to Peak Performance, both available at Amazon.
- The Foundation of Pickleball Is? (00:04:54)
Bite Size Pickleball host, and regular Pickleball Magazine contributor, Rick Cipes discusses how important it is to have the proper foundation, and mechanics, in order to have an effective pickleball game. Read the Bite Size Pickleball newsletter. Buy Rick’s highly reviewed book How to Play Better Pickleball. Visit the Bite Size Pickleball store for the best swag, and pickleball gifts, in the land.
- One of the Most Delicate Subjects in Pickleball (00:10:01)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes lays out his .5 Rule. Check out Rick’s books, How to Play Better Pickleball, and 11 Ways of the Athletic Warrior: A Guide to Peak Performance available at Amazon. Rick has written for over 50 publications including the L.A. Times, ESPN Magazine, and he is currently a regular writer at Pickleball Magazine.
- Practice Like a Pro (00:05:12)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes discusses his experience drilling with the pro Wes Burrows and how important it is not to play from a place of threat. Buy Rick’s book How to Play Better Pickleball at Amazon. Read the Bite Size Pickleball newsletter.
- Exciting Bite Size Pickleball News (00:06:48)
And Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes shares his New Years resolution. Read the Bite Size Pickleball newsletter. Buy Rick’s books "11 Ways of the Athletic Warrior" and "How to Play Better Pickleball."
- The Good, the Bad, and the Fugly (00:04:38)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes breaks down why it’s so important to eliminate the fugly from your game. Join the Bite Size Pickleball newsletter. Buy Rick’s book How to Play Better Pickleball at Amazon. Shop the Bite Size Pickleball store. Use discount code VIPcustomer10 for 10% off.
- Got the Yips? (00:09:16)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes breaks down how to get oneself out of a mean case of the yips so you don’t turn into Chuck Knoblauch. Make sure to listen to Rick’s second podcast The Athletic Warrior available anywhere you are listening to this one. Check out Rick’s awesome book, “How to Play Better Pickleball” available at Amazon.
- A Couple of Keys to Massive Improvement (00:07:42)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes covers a couple of keys things you need to do in order to improve your game. One of them, not in the podcast, is buy his book How to Play Better Pickleball at Amazon. Rick’s second book 11 Ways of the Athletic Warrior: A Guide to Peak Performance is also now available at Amazon. Shop your pickleball gifts at the Bite Size Pickleball store and receive 15% off your order by using the code VIPcustomer15 by clicking here.
- Wicked: Defying Civility (00:06:36)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes breaks down the kick heard around the pickleball world. Make sure to listen to Rick’s second podcast The Athletic Warrior available wherever you are listening to this podcast. Buy Rick’s book How to Play Better Pickleball at Amazon. Shop the Bite Size Pickleball store for your best holiday gifts. Use discount code VIPcustomer10.
- Is the 3rd Shot Drop Dead Forever? (00:09:22)
Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes explores how misinformation and the 3rd shot gets mixed up in today’s media culture. Make sure to read Rick’s writing in the next issue of Pickleball Magazine, and buy his awesome pickleball book here at Amazon.