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#108 China McCarney: How do we help athletes overcome anxiety and depression?
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#108 China McCarney: How do we help athletes overcome anxiety and depression?

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Welcome to the 4D Athletes podcast, where we explore the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of high-performance sports. In this episode, we have the honor of hosting China McCarney, a former collegiate and professional athlete who is now the CEO of the AAAD Foundation, a nonprofit organization that empowers young athletes to reach their full potential both on and off the field.

Originally from Southern California, China was the ultimate five-tool baseball player in high school and was named CIF Player of the Year in 2005 at Vasquez High School. He played collegiately at College of the Canyons and Cal State Northridge. He was drafted in 2008 by Cleveland and in 2009 by Tampa. He has a bachelor’s of science in psychology with an emphasis in kinesiology and is certified in Sport and Fitness psychology. 

As the CEO of the AAAD Foundation, China is dedicated to creating opportunities for young athletes to succeed, regardless of their background or circumstances. Through mentorship, education, and community outreach, the AAAD Foundation is making a positive impact on the lives of thousands of young people across the country.

In this episode, China shares his insights on the importance of mental and emotional preparation in sports, the power of positive thinking, and the role of spirituality in athletic performance. He also talks about his own experiences as a player and a leader, and how they shaped his vision for the AAAD Foundation.

To learn more about China McCarney and the AAAD Foundation, visit aaadfoundation.org, and follow China on Instagram at chinamccarney. We hope you enjoy this inspiring conversation with one of the most visionary leaders in the world of sports.

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