Behind The Mask

Hi I’m Josh and it’s about time I re-introduce myself! ✨🙏 #mindset #breathwork #performer #athlete #melbourne

Great to take some of the @westernbulldogs boys through an extended breathwork flow @pandosociety yesterday 🐶 This was about more than just “slowing down.” Designed specifically for AFL athletes - this flow helps release stress and tension, regulate the nervous system, build CO₂ tolerance and HRV to support faster recovery, sustained performance, and sharper focus and decision-making under pressure. The breath is the bridge between the external demands of the game and the internal world that drives performance. As Jon Kabat-Zinn said, “you can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf”…. It all starts with the breath 🌬️✊🏼 #breathwork #melbourne #athlete #mindset #performer

What is Behind the Mask Coaching? 🎭🙏 #highperformer #melbourne #athlete #breathwork #mindset

Grateful to @joshgabelich & AFL.com.au for shining a light on some of the work I’m doing with @afl & @aflwomens players across the competition. Whether it’s group breathwork sessions or deeper 1:1 coaching, it’s a privilege to work with athletes who understand that what they’re seeking on the outside often begins with what they choose to cultivate on the inside. “You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf,” - John Kabat- Zinn 🤍 #breathwork #mindset #afl #aflw #innerwork

ATHLETES! 👆🏼🌬️👆🏼🌬️ #breathwork #mindset #athlete #afl #melbourne

Awesome morning taking some of the @essendonfc boys through a blended up and down regulating breath flow @pandosociety designed specifically for AFL athletes 💣🏉 The flow helps to release any surface anxiety, stress and tension and expand their window of tolerance for what life and footy inevitably throw at them, supporting faster recovery, sustained performance, and the ability to stay calm, clear, and composed within the chaotic nature of AFL. This leads to improved present moment awareness, increased focus and better decision making under pressure! As I often say, the breath is the bridge between the external demands of the game and the internal world that drives performance. Thanks for coming in lads! Great breathing ✊🏼 #breathwork #melbourne #athlete #mindset #performer

You might know what @joshpiterman does, but in this ep of Driving DnMs you can find out who he is. Full ep available to listen to with your ear holes and watch with your eye holes at itscooltocry.com

HRV is a hot topic in the health and wellness space! But do you actually know what it is and why it’s important? 🤔💭 #heartratevariability #breathwork #athlete #mindset #performer

Can’t switch off at night?💡 Try this quick breath reset to help you dose off 😴 #breathwork #mindset #sleep #athlete #melbourne

A big thank you to AFL.com.au, and in particular @joshgabelich , for the beautiful write-up and for valuing the role this work can play in supporting AFL athletes. In the midst of mental health challenges across the AFL, it’s so important that players know there are resources, support, and tools available beyond the four walls of their club. Mental health exists on a complex spectrum, and different tools resonate with different people - whether that’s traditional psychology, the coaching work I do around breathwork, mindset, meditation and visualisation, or another path entirely. Healing, growth, and personal development are never resigned to just one modality. At the heart of it all, I believe what matters most is that individuals feel seen, understood, supported, and safe enough to be their most authentic and purposeful self. To express themselves and play the game with freedom. And to know that regardless of pressure, performance, or expectation, their self-worth or ‘enoughness’ is never defined by results. My role is simply to provide a safe and sacred space for them to remember what was always there before life got in the way. “We’re all just walking each other home.” - Ram Dass ❤️ Full article at AFL.com.au #afl #mentalhealth #breathwork #mindset #melbourne

Client Testimonial ✍️ “Thank you Josh for an incredible 6 weeks!  Coming from a previous background of daily meditation, weekly yoga and consistent mindful practices, this course still taught me so much!  A unique experience that really helped with my personal development.  Highly recommend not just for athletes but anyone looking to improve performance in any area.  Absolutely loved it! Thanks Josh ❤️” - Cory Hargrave, Director and Head of High Performance @hargrave.high.performance & @pulse8centre #melbourne #athlete #highperformance #breathwork #mindset

Epic big breath sesh with some of the @nmfcofficial boys @pandosociety this afternoon 🌬️ This session is designed specifically for AFL players to release, physical and emotional stress and tension and increase CO2 tolerance, helping them with recovery, mental performance and clarity under pressure. Thanks for coming in lads 🙏 #afl #athlete #breathwork #melbourne #mindset