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Zone Performance

Empowering Student Athletes and Leaders to Lead, Perform, and Inspire

Zone Performance is the mental operating system behind champions. Through the tools of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), neuroscience, and mindset mastery, we help student athletes master composure under pressure, communicate with confidence, and lead with purpose — on the field, in the classroom, and in life.

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What's the Problem?

Most Athletes Train Harder — But Few Learn to Think Smarter

Every season, student-athletes push their physical limits, yet mental fatigue, pressure, and doubt still cost games and opportunities. When focus breaks or composure slips, talent alone isn’t enough. What if your mind could recover as fast as your body?

70%

of athletes report struggling with focus or composure under pressure

60%

say mindset issues cost them performance opportunities

90%

agree mental training is as important as physical conditioning

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Stephanie Frusteri, Founder & CEO of Zone Performance™
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What's the Solution?

The Mental Framework Behind Champions

Zone Performance transforms motivation into infrastructure. Our neuroscience-based systems build composure, clarity, and confidence that last — equipping athletes and leaders to thrive in high-pressure environments.

This isn’t motivation coaching. It’s neural conditioning for performance precision.

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Our Mission

To Transform the Student-Athlete Mind

Zone Performance is Ohio-born and athlete-aligned. We believe true performance begins inside first. Using neuroscience, NLP, and mindset reprogramming, we help student-athletes break through internal barriers to perform with clarity, resilience, and heart.

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Mission

Mission

Develop confident, focused, and compassionate leaders on and off the field.

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Vision

A generation of athletes who compete with purpose, lead with integrity, and uplift their communities.

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Philosophy

Measurable transformation — not motivational fluff.

Holistic performance: mental clarity, emotional balance, and values-driven action.

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The Zone System

Four Dimensions of Competitive Excellence

The best programs don’t chase motivation — they build systems. The Zone Performance Competitive Excellence System equips athletes with mental frameworks used by elite teams and Olympic-level competitors.

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Voice

Command the Moment

Mental Reset & Focus Engineering – Recognize stress signals and install fast-reset anchors for instant focus recovery.

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Language of Champions

Build high-trust communication patterns and team cohesion under pressure.

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Identity Over Instinct

Rewire confidence and self-image for consistent, values-driven leadership.

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Pressure Alchemy

Convert stress into precision and control through The Zone Flow™, a repeatable 3-step composure process.

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Proven Results

Get Results You Can Measure

Our programs produce data-backed gains in focus, composure, and leadership. Metrics track improvements before and after each session, giving athletic departments tangible evidence of growth.

Test Results
Higher consistency in focus and recovery after mistakes
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Improved emotional control under game-day pressure
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Stronger leadership communication and team trust
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Enhanced retention, morale, and academic balance
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Testimonials

Trusted by Athletes and Leaders Who Compete to Win

Don’t just take our word for it — hear from the incredible individuals who’ve experienced the Zone Performance transformation.

Charlie Durkin

“Zone Performance completely changed how I approach the game. I learned how to reset fast, stay composed, and lead with confidence. It's not just motivation — it’s a real system that trains your mind the same way we train our bodies.”

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Kent State University Football Team

Aubrey Mansfield

"For any athlete, the ability to mentally reset during a game, and stay calm under pressure is vital. This program delivered that instantly for me. The experience was excellent, giving me a deeper sense of my mental control and mindset in how I approached every play."

Softball Captain

Slippery Rock University

Stuart Waldman

"As President of VICA and a Board Member for the LA 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games, I’ve had the privilege of working with many exceptional leaders — and Stephanie stands out among the best. Her ability to merge neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and NLP creates measurable, lasting transformation. She helps individuals and teams build confidence, composure, and high-performing communication under pressure. Stephanie’s work represents the future of leadership and performance development, and I’m proud to endorse her impact."

President

Valley Industry & Commerce Association (VICA)

Param Srikantia, Ph.D

"In over 40 years of teaching and consulting across global organizations, I’ve rarely encountered a practitioner as skilled as Stephanie. Her NLP and hypnotherapy sessions deliver rapid, lasting breakthroughs that traditional methods can’t match. I was so impressed by her expertise that I invited her to teach in my MBA Leadership course — where students called her session the most transformative of their program. Stephanie is a powerhouse of insight, energy, and effectiveness, and her work represents the leading edge of human performance."

TEDx Speaker | Professor at Baldwin Wallace University

Baldwin Wallace University

Haissam Gamaleldin, M.D.

"As a cardiac anesthesiologist, I’ve seen how powerful Stephanie’s methods can be in transforming fear into calm and confidence. She helped me overcome a long-standing anxiety with precision and compassion — something years of conventional approaches couldn’t do. Her work is grounded in science, executed with professionalism, and delivers real, measurable change. I consider her expertise an invaluable asset for anyone striving to perform at their best."

Senior Staff Anesthesiologist

University Hospitals Medical Center
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FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? Here are clear, simple answers about how Zone Performance works, what to expect, and how our programs help athletes and high-performers transform their mindset.

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Yes. We work with entire teams, athletic departments, and clubs to build stronger mental performance culture and leadership across groups.

If you or your athlete struggle with performance anxiety, loss of confidence, or difficulty staying composed under pressure, Zone Performance can help. We offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if it’s a good fit.

You can schedule a free consultation directly through our website or by contacting us through our contact form.

The consultation is a short, friendly conversation where we learn more about the athlete’s goals and challenges, explain our approach, and discuss next steps for working together.

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How do you measure results?

We measure results through both qualitative and science-backed outcomes. Clients often experience noticeable shifts in focus, calm, and performance after applying the techniques, changes that can be felt in real time and sustained long term. Our methods are grounded in proven neuroscience and behavioral research, ensuring that progress isn’t just perceived, but supported by measurable improvement based on benchmarks.

We offer both virtual and in-person options depending on your location. Virtual sessions allow us to work with athletes across the country.

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How much does it cost?

Program pricing varies based on the number of sessions and customization level. We’ll discuss pricing during your free consultation.

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Schedule a clarity session to see how your mindset becomes your competitive edge.

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