Separate Yourself
**The MTM Journal** is a weekly newsletter for ambitious soccer players and parents who want to separate themselves from the competition. Every Thursday, you'll receive one practical lesson on athletic development, mindset, recruiting, and the habits that build elite players along with behind-the-scenes insights from my upcoming book, *Separate Yourself*. Short, actionable, and built to help you become the player coaches can't ignore.
The Difference Between Being Busy and Getting Better
One of the hardest lessons I had to learn as an athlete was thatĀ doing more doesn't always mean you're improving.
For a long time, I believed that if I was constantly training, I was moving closer to my goals.
More touches.
More shooting.
More pickup games.
More workouts.
If someone asked how ser...
by Andrew Alexander —
Jul 27, 2026
Separate Yourself