Podcasts about mental performance

Kara Kalin has spent over twenty years working at the intersection of trauma, resilience, and athletic performance. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Certified EMDR Therapist, and Mental Performance Consultant, she brings a rare combination of clinical depth and coaching experience — having served as a coach for the Canadian National Team and worked with athletes at every level of sport.She is also the founder of Shift Change, a mental health movement dedicated to transforming how individuals and organisations recover from stress and trauma, and the creator of The Power of the Drive Home — a program built on a simple but powerful insight: some of the most important coaching doesn't happen during the game. It happens in the ten minutes after it.As a mother of four and a former athlete herself, Kara understands this world from every angle. In this episode, she shares what parents can do in those critical moments after competition to support their child's mental and emotional development— and why what happens on the drive home matters more than most parents realize.Connect with KaraWebsite: karakalin.comLinkedIn: Kara KalinInstagram: @karakalin.shiftchangeYouTube: @KaraKalinSportSubscribe at hernanchousa.com

What happens when you know how to do something, but pressure makes it difficult to actually do it?Certified Mental Performance Consultant Zoran Stojković has spent more than 15 years helping people perform under pressure, from professional athletes and Olympic hopefuls to RCAF pilot trainees.In Part 1, Zoran shares the path that took him from competitive tennis and high-performance sport to 2 Canadian Forces Flying Training School in Moose Jaw. He explains what surprised him about the pressures facing student pilots, how he earned credibility as a civilian working inside military aviation, and why relationships became central to his work.We also hear how Zoran supported aircrew during Jaw South in Texas, how mental performance coaching became embedded in the flying environment, and what aviation taught him about the difference between high stakes and real stakes.CHAPTERS(00:00:00) Introduction, welcome and bio(00:01:52) What role did sport play growing up?(00:04:28) Why can we perform in practice but struggle under pressure?(00:09:41) When did mental performance become a career?(00:13:03) What did Zoran get wrong when he started coaching?(00:15:21) What kind of pressure are Olympians under?(00:18:35) Helping a professional tennis player turn things around(00:20:22) Going from athletes to pilots(00:23:23) Walking into 2CFFTS for the first time(00:26:53) What surprised Zoran about the pressure on student pilots?(00:30:13) High stakes versus real stakes(00:31:37) Earning credibility in aviation as an outsider(00:34:17) What happens when pilots don't buy into mental performance coaching?(00:38:44) A pilot success story(00:42:36) Deploying with Jaw South(00:47:27) What is Jaw South, and where did Zoran fit in?(00:51:57) Helping a student in crisis before a flight(00:53:49) Making progress in a slow-moving institution(00:57:03) Meeting Colonel Jeremy Hansen(01:01:30) Advice for a student pilot before a testEXPLORE THE LOGBOOKMore stories from RCAF and mission aviation pilots:The Pilot Project Podcast episode archive:https://podpilotproject.transistor.fm/episodes

If you could only run one lab test to figure out what's going on in your body, which one should it be? I used to make the same mistake many functional health practices still make: cherry-picking lab tests based on whichever symptoms are loudest. If you have irregular cycles, it seems logical to test hormones first, but that's like cleaning trash out at the bottom of the river without ever looking upstream at where it's coming from. In this episode, I'll explain why the gut sits upstream of nearly everything, and why hormones, thyroid, adrenals, mood, immune health, and even hair thinning can all trace back to it. That's why, if you can only start with one test, I believe a GI map gives you the best bang for your buck, whether or not you have loud digestive symptoms. I'll share what my own first GI map uncovered, from SIBO to H. pylori to low digestive enzymes, and why gut health is about so much more than bloating and bathroom habits. We'll also talk about what comes next once your gut is on the right track, including how we decide between options like a DUTCH test, an HTMA, an MRT, or deeper blood work. At the end I'll walk through why that next step looks different for every person, based on budget, symptoms, and how your body responds to gut improvements. If you want a personalized roadmap for your labs, this episode will point you in the right direction and show you where to start. Time Stamps: (1:58) Happy 2 Months To Marina!(3:32) What Lab Test Do I Start With?(9:30) Gut Health and Hormones(15:52) First GI Map(18:47) Next Steps(22:47) Finding Your Roadmap-------Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method. -------Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts.-------Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. -------Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion.-------Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint.-------Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training.-------Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews. -------Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Collin has authored seven books, hosts the Master Your Mindset podcast, and has trained #1 NBA draft picks, Heisman finalists, and top performers across pro sports and Fortune 500 companies. His brand new sales book, The Oz Method, is out now. Mentioned on the ShowCollin Henderson's book, The Oz Method on Amazon: https://a.co/d/03Dl58jTCollin is also the author of The Quiet Mind (https://a.co/d/0gaz0bR6) and Culture is King (https://a.co/d/0itxqEA8)Connect with Collin Henderson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/collinhendersonmindsetLearn more about Collin's podcast and his keynote presentations on his website: https://www.thecollinhenderson.com/Timestamps(00:00:00) - O'Brien McMahon welcomes Collin Henderson, podcaster and author of "The Oz Method".(00:01:38) - Mindset, mental performance, and getting grounded.(00:02:01) - Collin's origin story and finding purpose through pain.(00:07:12) - Starting speech therapy and confronting the fear of public speaking.(00:13:18) - The value and impact of effective public speaking.(00:13:31) - Does the vulnerable "little kid" identity still exist in Collin?(00:14:45) - Three pillars of the Mind Gym: self-awareness, self-talk, self-identity.(00:16:33) - Why self-talk matters.(00:17:15) - Negative and recurring thoughts research; shame vs. fear.(00:19:05) - Leaving corporate sales to pursue speaking/coaching full-time.(00:20:35) - The pandemic's impact and pivoting to virtual speaking.(00:22:26) - What are "anchors" and how are they used in mindset conditioning?(00:24:39) - Recovering from failure: what is the research?(00:32:31) - The four levels of confidence (zero, shaky, stable, unshakable).(00:37:46) - The "powerful paradox" of caring and not caring simultaneously.(00:40:34) - Introducing the four-minute mental workout and the HAW method.(00:42:23) - The "I have, I am, I will" mental drill explained.(00:44:39) - How play and fun accelerates learning and reduces the reps needed for new habits.(00:47:03) - Modern attention spans and earning audience engagement.(00:48:32) - Final reflections: compassion, forgiving yourself, and imperfection.(00:49:33) Closing thoughts and where to find Collin's books.

What if the best thing you could do for your gut health... is absolutely nothing?Omar and I are back this week, and yes, he's sporting a bandage under that hat after a gym equipment build gone slightly wrong. But the real topic of this episode came from something I noticed about my own weekend: a slow, restful Saturday and Sunday left me feeling leaner, calmer, and more energized by Monday morning. That led us into a conversation about why doing nothing is one of the most underrated tools for healing your gut and improving functional health overall. I break down how periods of true rest shift your nervous system out of a stressed, sympathetic state and into the parasympathetic state where digestion, gut repair, and healing can actually happen. We talk through the street sweeper analogy, how your body can't clean up and repair when the streets are constantly busy with stress and stimulation. I share how learning to manage my mind and tolerate stillness was actually a huge part of my own healing journey, even before I fully understood why it mattered. We also get practical about how to build in nothing time even as a busy parent or business owner, including small ways to invite your kids into that relaxed, unstimulated state with you. I explain why we build mindset work into our coaching alongside the nutrition and supplement protocols, because you can't fully heal the gut without also addressing how someone is living and thinking day to day.If you've been doing all the right things for your gut health and still not seeing results, this episode might point you toward the missing piece. Time Stamps: (1:32) Sacrifices Building The Home Gym (5:58) Important Periods of Doing Nothing (7:30) The Absence of Stimulation (11:22) First Steps To Doing Nothing-------Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method. -------Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts.-------Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. -------Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion.-------Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint.-------Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training.-------Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews. -------Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Send us Fan MailWhat if healing isn't about becoming someone new—but learning to trust, understand, and accept the person you already are?In this powerful episode of the Self Reflection Podcast, host Lira Ndifon welcomes Graham Betchart—mentor, performance coach, author, and pioneer in mental performance—to explore the connection between self-reflection, emotional resilience, healing, and peak performance.Graham shares the personal experiences that led him into mental performance coaching and explains why he believes we should stop viewing therapy and coaching as signs that something is wrong—and instead recognize them as powerful tools for growth, healing, and becoming our best selves.The conversation takes an unexpected turn into the power of music and the brain. After seeing how a song could help children understand resilience and emotional skills, Graham developed a curriculum using music to teach social-emotional learning (SEL). Together, Lira and Graham explore why melody can make ideas more memorable and how intentional listening can influence our mindset.They also unpack practical tools for navigating difficult emotions and becoming more aware of our internal world, including:• Setting an intention to heal and practicing self-love• Using movement to shift emotional energy and improve your mood• Recognizing emotional triggers before they take control• Using breathwork—including the 4-7-8 breathing technique—to regulate emotions• Reframing mistakes as opportunities to learn• Understanding the difference between healthy self-talk and toxic positivity• Using affirmations to consciously shape your mindset• “Acting your way into feeling” when motivation or confidence isn't there yet• Embracing vulnerability, discomfort, and uncertainty as part of growth• Learning to focus on what you can control while accepting what you cannotAt the heart of this episode is a powerful reminder: growth requires presence, intention, and the willingness to face ourselves honestly.Whether you are working through emotional challenges, pursuing personal growth, trying to build greater confidence, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, this conversation offers practical tools and thoughtful perspectives to help you move forward.Listen, reflect, and discover what becomes possible when you begin training your mind with the same intention you bring to everything else in your life.

What happens when the plan falls apart?Hurricane Lowell recently passed close to Kauaʻi, leaving significant damage across the island. I was working as a firefighter during the storm, while my wife was working at the hospital and our daughters were staying with their grandparents.Over the next 24 hours, I watched people respond to the exact same pressure in completely different ways.Some people went straight to work. Some helped complete strangers. Some froze. Some panicked.And it reinforced a lesson I've seen throughout my life in sports, the military, firefighting, coaching, and leadership:Pressure doesn't suddenly make you who you need to be. Pressure reveals what you've prepared yourself to be.In this episode, I share what happened during the storm and aftermath, including clearing roads so emergency vehicles could get through, adapting when our own fire engine went out of service, and watching the Kauaʻi community come together to help each other.I also talk about experiencing Hurricane Georges in Puerto Rico while serving in the military—and the humbling realization that even after seeing firsthand what a major hurricane can do, I still underestimated this one.We get into preparation, adaptability, purpose, leadership, controlling what you can control, and why experience only matters if you turn it into action.Most importantly, I explore an idea that applies far beyond sports:Every one of us is both the head coach and the athlete in our own life.The head coach in you has to prepare, establish the standard, anticipate problems, and make decisions.The athlete in you eventually has to execute when life stops cooperating.Because eventually pressure comes for all of us.And when it does, you don't want to start becoming the person you need to be.You want that person to already be there.Talent is given. Performance is crafted.Send us Fan Mail

We tend to look at results as an overnight thing…“I have been on top of my health and habits for the last 3 weeks but still don't feel much better… this isn't working. This is too hard. I quit!”But yesterday Coach Elizabeth said “your results are the receipts from the last 100 days”While I don't think 100 days is some magic number, I think the idea of expanding our time horizon to evaluate our results is really important.Rather than thinking about how you feel after a few days or a few weeks of a certain habit/behavior, what if you took the average of your habits over the last 100 days?So when you think “II have been on top of my health and habits for the last 3 weeks but still don't feel much better…”Ask yourself what your habits have looked like for the 10-11 weeks before the last 3 weeks, and if you had to take an average of that full time period, what would an average day of habits look like? What results would come from that average day? THAT is what you can reasonably expect for your results today.BUT, we can still look at our more recent habits to evaluate our TRAJECTORY and that's what we are talking about in today's episode. Time Stamps: (3:37) Evaluating Results vs Evaluating Your Trajectory(6:42) Personal Example Of This(12:30) The Average Of Your Habits(14:50) Doing Everything Right But Still Not Seeing The Results(16:52) Working With Us-------Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method. -------Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts.-------Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. -------Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion.-------Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint.-------Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training.-------Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews. -------Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

I'm back from maternity leave, and in this episode Omar and I are sharing the full story of Marina's birth. We'll start with how I landed on a home birth, something I never expected to choose, and walk through the conversations and experiences that slowly shifted my perspective away from just assuming I'd birth in a hospital. I talk about the fear I initially had around birth itself, how I worked through that fear, and why choosing an unmedicated birth felt right for me. We get into the anxious final weeks of pregnancy, going a week and a half past my original due date, and how a biophysical profile scan gave me the peace of mind to trust my body's timing instead of feeling pressured to induce. Then we walk through labor itself, from those first contractions late at night to realizing much faster than we expected that things were moving quickly. I share what transition felt like, the moment my water broke, and what it was like laboring in a birthing pool at home surrounded by a team I trusted and felt safe with. Omar shares his side of the story too, including what it was like catching Marina as she was born. I also get into the mindset work that carried me through the intensity of labor and how reframing pain as sensation made such a difference. This episode is raw, detailed, and honestly one of my favorite conversations we've recorded. Time Stamps: (1:52) Officially 6 Weeks Postpartum(4:47) My First Encounter With A Home Birth(8:42) Unmedicated Births(13:22) Convenience of Care and Selection(16:22) Passing The Due Date(18:42) In Your Own Time(23:12) Going Into Labor(34:47) Completely Skipped Early Labor(38:48) Omar Catching Marina(42:17) Preparation-------Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method. -------Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts.-------Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. -------Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion.-------Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint.-------Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training.-------Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews. -------Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

When athletic performance is measured in fractions of a second, physical preparation may only be part of the equation.In Part 2 of this special featured episode from the Better Brains, Better Futures Podcast, now part of the FAKTR Podcast Network, host Seth Kaelin continues his conversation with returning FAKTR Podcast guest Dr. Kevin Butterfield to explore how quantitative EEG (qEEG) brain mapping and neurofeedback are being applied in sports performance, recovery, and clinical practice.Moving from theory into real-world application, Seth and Dr. Butterfield discuss how objective neurological data may help clinicians and performance teams better understand cognitive readiness, focus, reaction time, emotional regulation, recovery, and the effects of concussion.They also explore examples from professional motorsports, football, golf, MMA, and youth athletics, while discussing how brain mapping and neurofeedback can be incorporated alongside existing sports medicine, rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, and performance programs.Whether you work with youth athletes, weekend warriors, collegiate competitors, or elite performers, this episode offers a closer look at how neurological performance is becoming part of the broader conversation around athlete health and human performance.Key Themes in Today's Episode:Using qEEG brain mapping to establish neurological baselines and assess readinessHow neurofeedback may support focus, reaction time, emotional regulation, and performance under pressureReal-world applications in motorsports, football, golf, MMA, and other competitive sportsThe role of brain-based training in concussion recovery and return-to-performance conversationsNeuroplasticity, autonomic regulation, and the mechanisms behind neurofeedback trainingIntegrating brain mapping and neurofeedback into sports medicine, rehabilitation, and performance workflowsLooking beyond athletic performance to support the long-term health and resilience of the athlete

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Introduction — rehabbing a torn Achilles (twice) and the road back 01:44 — Growing up in Halifax, Nova Scotia — hockey, baseball, and choosing a path 03:17 — Drafted 105th overall by the Yankees after starting baseball five years later than most 05:00 — The bad habits he avoided by not starting the game at five years old 08:14 — The “goldfish mindset” — the parallel between athletes and gamblers 08:27 — Cold-emailing nearly 300 schools to find a college opportunity 10:08 — Junior college at McCook, Nebraska — walking on, switching positions, and grinding 14:04 — Earning a scholarship to Western Kentucky University 15:48 — A .398 average, 23 home runs, and the Conference USA Triple Crown 16:41 — The pre-draft process — meetings, workouts, and getting scouted by the Yankees 19:44 — Gambling as normal entertainment — before things changed 21:57 — The Biloxi story — the slot machine, the $3,500, and chasing “that rush” 24:07 — Why athletes are especially prone to compulsive gambling 27:07 — The shame of gambling — hiding the losses, showing off the wins 29:05 — His first trip to the casino at 19 — and how the habit escalated 30:13 — The $600K signing bonus, “feeling invincible,” and living a double life 34:25 — Owing teammates money — and how it started to hurt the organization 36:37 — The financial reality of minor league pay 38:19 — Getting released by the Yankees 41:39 — The Instagram DM that led him to Epic Global Solutions 44:13 — “We're anti-gambling harm” — presenting at 45 schools in a year 46:36 — The moments that make it worth it — student-athletes coming forward 48:53 — What's next — Team Canada, the 2028 Olympics, and a possible coaching path 50:50 — Jake's closing advice: ask for help before it gets too late

Welcome to the eighth and final episode of the Coach's Corner Series! Today, I sit down with Coach Rae to talk about something we don't see many functional health companies address: relationship with food. We dig into why diet culture and social media have made it so hard for women to feel at peace with food, from the Britney Spears waist era to today's constant stream of body trends. Coach Rae shares the signs she looks for when a client's relationship with food might need extra attention, from fear of carbs to being afraid to keep certain foods in the house. We talk about why functional health can't just be labs, meal plans, and supplements, and why the mindset work around food fear matters just as much as the physical protocols. Rae walks us through how she approaches clients with real GI symptoms who are afraid to eat, including how elimination diets can help separate true food sensitivities from fear driven reactions. She also opens up about her own twenty plus year journey with food and control, and why curiosity with yourself is often the starting point for change. We then talk through the personality patterns she sees most often, the anxious perfectionists who feel safest when they're in control of their food, and why that sense of control can actually make your nervous system more fragile over time. Rae reminds listeners that struggling with food isn't about a lack of discipline, and that healing is possible no matter how long you've felt stuck. This is a real, honest conversation about what it actually looks like to build freedom and peace with food. Time Stamps: (2:37) Why Women Struggle with Food (5:02) Signs of Food Relationship Improvements (10:52) Where To Start When Working On This On Your Own (22:52) Parting Words on Relationship with Food (24:32) Please Share With A Friend ------- Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method. ------- Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts. ------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. ------- Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion. ------- Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint. ------- Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training. ------- Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews. ------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

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Evan Marks joins Ricker & Bon for a wide-ranging conversation about trading psychology, mental training, performance under pressure, and what it takes to execute consistently in high-stakes environments.Evan traces the path from managing institutional capital on Wall Street to founding M1 Performance Group, where he coaches traders, executives, athletes, and other high performers. The conversation examines the nervous system, burnout, fight-or-flight responses, external and internal stimuli, and why trading requires confidence in behavior even when the market remains uncertain.The discussion then moves into emotional awareness and decision-making: naming what we feel, creating mental space, choosing behavior, and understanding the difference between surviving and thriving. Evan explains how intentional practice, emotional range, and the M1 Mental Trading Academy help performers build stronger mental foundations—and why slowing down can ultimately help them speed up.Chapters:00:00 Opening podcast teaser00:36 Meet Evan Marks: Wall Street veteran and M1 Performance Group founder01:36 From market making to hedge funds05:26 Why Evan coaches high-pressure performers07:36 What wins and losses do to the nervous system09:56 Mental health, coaching, and performance11:48 Neuroscience, psychoanalysis, and the why behind behavior14:36 Building new experiences and identity shifts17:36 Training to become a better coach20:36 Trading plans, uncertainty, and behavioral confidence23:21 Emotions, mental space, and choosing behavior26:11 Slowing down to make intentional decisions28:36 Validation, self-awareness, and performance33:23 Naming emotions: from good/bad to an emotional spectrum39:13 The M1 Mental Trading Academy43:01 Slow down to speed up—and where to find Evan

Welcome to the seventh episode of the Coach's Corner Series! Today I'm joined by Coach Lindsay, and we're getting real about what's actually not working in the functional health space, even when practitioners mean well.  We break down five major red flags to watch for, starting with practitioners who don't address nutrition beyond a generic food list. We talk about why using supplements as a bandaid, without digging into the root cause, just becomes another quick fix that doesn't actually heal anything.  Coach Lindsay shares her own health journey, including how infrequent check ins with her provider left her feeling stuck and unsure of her progress.  We also get into why rigid diet plans can backfire by teaching your body to adapt rather than building real metabolic flexibility. And we can't talk about functional health without talking about training, so we cover why using the right training stimulus matters just as much as nutrition and supplements when it comes to hitting your goals.  If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still not seeing results, this episode will help you understand why, and what a more complete approach to healing actually looks like. Lindsay brings so much heart and expertise to this conversation, and I know it's going to help so many of you see your own health journey differently.   Time Stamps:   (1:54) What's Not Working Within Functional Health (4:12) More Advanced Nutrition Concepts (8:09) Gut Health (9:02) Questions To Ask Your Practitioner (10:19) Supplements Are Band Aid Fix (15:37) Frequency of Communication (20:20) Flexibility With The Strategy (27:47) Training As A Stimulus ------- Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method.  ------- Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts. ------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  ------- Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion. ------- Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint. ------- Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training. ------- Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews.  ------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Had a great time talking with Conor Dauer. Conor is a prior division 1 and professional tennis player who now helps athletes as a Mental Performance coach. Conor has his MA in psychology and via his buisness Cognitiveedgeconsulting.com and https://www.instagram.com/cognitive_edge_consulting/ he provides numerous resources for athletes who are looking to take their mental performance to the next level. This was a fascinating conversation. Thank you Conor! Hope you all enjoy.

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Welcome to the sixth episode of the Coach's Corner Series! In this Coach's Corner episode, I sit down with Coach Krista to talk about something so many moms carry silently: guilt. We dig into why women, especially moms, feel guilty spending time, money, and energy on their own health, even when their families would benefit most from them doing so. Krista shares her belief that if you teach the mom, you reach the entire family, and why understanding your own body is what equips you to help your kids, spouse, and even aging parents. We talk about how kids learn far more from what they see us do than from what we tell them to do, and why modeling healthy habits now shapes how our children will care for themselves as adults.  Krista offers practical, tactical advice for having open conversations with your kids and your spouse about why you're prioritizing your health, so they can actually show up and support you instead of feeling confused or left out. We also get into how to talk to kids about supplements, measuring food, and tracking macros in a way that frames these as tools rather than sources of shame. Krista draws a helpful comparison to using a calculator or ruler until you build the intuition to not need them anymore.  Finally, we touch on the almond mom conversation and why context and intent matter more than the behavior itself when it comes to raising kids with a healthy relationship to food.  This episode is a reminder that taking care of yourself isn't selfish, it's one of the most powerful things you can model for the people who love you.   Time Stamps:   (1:14) For All The Mom's (4:00) Where Mom's Struggle The Most (10:50) Conversations with Family (16:50) Addressing Health Changes with Your Kids (23:45) The Slimfast Era ------- Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method.  ------- Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts. ------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  ------- Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion. ------- Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint. ------- Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training. ------- Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews.  ------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Our guest was Neil Wattier, author of Built Different Mentally. He is a retired Air Force veteran, and a mental performance coach who recently published the book Built Different Mentally, A Practical Guide to Mental Performance for Young Athletes, Parents, and Coaches.

Gabby Franco didn't just compete at the Sydney Olympics — she watched Venezuela strip its citizens of the right that got her there. Now she's got a master's in sports and performance psychology, and she's breaking down the mental game every shooter is missing. Process over outcome, visualization done right, and why awareness is the window to knowledge. This one hits different.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Ruger, Range Ready Studios, Archon Firearms, Remington Ammunition, Shooting Sports Life, and Colt.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts.Copyright ©2026 Freefire Media, LLCGun Talk Nation 08.10.26Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Welcome to the fifth episode of the Coach's Corner Series! In this Coach's Corner episode, I sit down with Coach Soraya to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in wellness: detoxification.  Soraya shares her own journey from years of over-exercising and chronic restriction to discovering that her body needed support, not more discipline, a shift that accelerated after becoming a mom.  We break down what the lymphatic system actually does, why it doesn't have a built-in "pump" like the heart, and why simple daily habits like walking, deep breathing, and hydration matter more than expensive detox gadgets.  We dig into common misconceptions, from detox teas to the "if you have a liver, you don't need a detox" myth, and talk about why foundational habits like sleep, nutrition, and stress management have to come first.  Soraya introduces her "bucket" analogy for toxin load and the "clogged sink" visual for why adding more without addressing the drain doesn't work.  We also walk through what a flush protocol actually involves, why clients often feel worse before they feel better, and how she coaches clients through that discomfort without white-knuckling the process.  Finally, we cover simple, low-cost ways to support the lymphatic system daily, from dry brushing in the shower to gua sha and restorative movement. It's a candid, practical conversation about trusting your body instead of trying to out-supplement it.   Time Stamps:   (1:45) All Things Detoxification (6:00) What Detoxification Really Is (10:02) Adding More vs The Drain (14:05) Where To Start (17:20) The FLUSH Protocol (25:30) Supporting Detoxification On A Daily Basis (28:35) What Is Your Body Trying To Tell You? ------- Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method.  ------- Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts. ------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  ------- Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion. ------- Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint. ------- Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training. ------- Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews.  ------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

In this episode, Sierra Morris, weeks after her first 100-mile finish at the Vermont 100, unpacks the mental skills that helped her navigate one of endurance sport's toughest challenges. From managing self-doubt, handling pain, setbacks, and the inevitable emotional highs and lows that every ultrarunner faces.If you've ever struggled with consistency or wondered how the best ultrarunners stay mentally strong when things get hard, this episode will give you tools you can put into practice immediately.In this episode, you'll learn:-Why mental training is just as important as physical training.-A simple technique to stop negative thought spirals before they derail your race.-Why every emotion during an ultra is temporary—and how that knowledge can keep you moving forward.-How celebrating small wins during training creates stronger race-day resilience.-Practical strategies for staying consistent when motivation fades.-The mental tools Sierra relied on during her first 100-mile finish—and how you can apply them to your own racing.SHOW LINKSWant to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠going to the link here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠playonrelief.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠footpathapp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/everydayultraIncrease your recovery and performance with FivePointFive breathing exercises and get a 20% discount with code EVERYDAYULTRA20: :⁠⁠⁠https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8z⁠⁠Free Supplement Guide for Ultrarunners: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharingFollow Sierra on IG: https://www.instagram.com/shatteredrunner/Sierra's website: https://shatteredrunner.com/Sierra's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Go2v5rqzI8ZTWBF9UY8Ru?si=&nd=1&dlsi=e2f0419bc2224989

Host Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with Derin McMains, a former professional baseball player turned elite mental performance coach. Derin spent years building mental performance programs for the San Francisco Giants (three-time World Champions), the Seattle Mariners, and the University of Notre Dame, and currently serves as Director of Mental Performance at global cybersecurity company ReliaQuest. In this wide-ranging conversation on The Greatness Machine, Derin and Darius explore what separates good performers from great ones, the psychology of competitive freedom, the role of spirituality in peak performance, and why mastering the fundamentals is the foundation of elite achievement. In this episode, Darius and Derin will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and Guest Background (01:57) Derin's Origin Story and Journey (04:47) The Search for Competitive Edge (09:00) Mastery and Normalization in Performance (15:06) Embodiment and Mental Performance (20:10) Paths to Unshakable Belief (24:06) Mental Toughness and Spirituality (31:45) The Game of Life vs. Real Life (32:30) Embodiment and Mental Health (33:57) The Need for Mental Performance Training (35:27) Intentional Relationships and Self-Selection (37:39) The Impact of Surroundings on Behavior (39:19) High Challenge, High Support Dynamics (41:33) Leadership and Capacity Building (43:50) Pushing Past Capacity in a Healthy Way (49:51) Seasons of Life and Intentional Downtime (54:29) Overcoming Perfectionism Derin McMains is a leading Mental Performance Coach who works with elite athletes, business executives, and high-performing teams. A former professional baseball player and manager, he has spent more than 14 years developing mental performance programs for organizations including the San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, and the University of Notre Dame. A three-time World Series champion with the Giants, McMains also serves as a mental performance consultant for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Beyond sports, he leads the Mental Performance team at ReliaQuest, where he coaches leaders across four countries, and hosts the No Show Dogs podcast, recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the Top 5 podcasts for Leadership and Wellness. Connect with Derin: Website: https://reliaquest.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derin-mcmains-cmpc-09158662  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmac_mindset/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness. 

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Introduction 02:18 – When baseball started to become a bigger part of Luke's life — and the freshman-year "practice squad" tryout 05:02 – Training with Tread Athletics, playing up in a men's league, and watching the velocity — and the belief — start to climb 05:54 – Internal vs. external motivation, and why one strikeout can become permanent proof 07:17 – His dad's analytical approach to early development — J-Bands, Plyo balls, and a "prepare the right way" mindset 09:36 – High school ball, two conference titles, and "the most natural I've ever felt playing baseball" 11:18 – Trust, presence, and what it means to compete free of outcome 12:39 – Being held accountable to character, not results — the culture at Seton Hill 16:18 – The jump from a great high school experience to a humbling freshman fall 19:01 – Redshirting, elbow pain, and a slow-burn recovery that built more than an arm 20:32 – "Do I belong here?" — patience as an undervalued skill 22:58 – Being where your feet are, and what separates guys who actually develop 25:02 – Summer ball in the NECBL and the Cape, and the line: "I got so much better at throwing strikes once I stopped believing I was bad at throwing strikes" 29:21 – The transfer portal — chasing outcomes vs. chasing values 31:04 – Mechanical or mental? How to tell the difference when command breaks down 35:59 – Coaching the individual, not the system — Luke's coaching philosophy 43:55 – Inside EPD Pitching — who he works with, and why he'd rather watch a guy pitch when no one knows he's watching 46:10 – Using "proof" to reframe a bad outing 47:21 – Reset routines — the mound walk-off, the breath, the refocus cue 48:46 – The umpire-blame text message — a lesson in locus of control 53:21 – The cliff-jumping story — trusting the pitch the same way you trust the water 56:12 – Awareness, emotional regulation, and identity as the real mental game 1:00:22 – Why guys who tie their identity to performance actually care the most — and just need to learn to organize the energy 1:01:40 – Where to find Luke and EPD Pitching  

Welcome to the fourth episode of the Coach's Corner Series! Pregnancy and postpartum are often centered around the baby, but what about the mom? In this episode, I sit down with one of our functional health practitioners, Elizabeth, to talk about what actually happens to your metabolism, hormones, thyroid, and gut health after giving birth.  We unpack why so many women feel dismissed when they're told their symptoms are "just part of postpartum," and why those changes deserve attention rather than acceptance.  You'll learn how breastfeeding, recovery, and hormonal shifts can all influence metabolism, and why trying to "bounce back" too quickly can often work against your body instead of with it.  We also discuss the critical role thyroid health and gut function play during the postpartum season, and how protecting both can make a meaningful difference in your energy, recovery, and long-term health.  Elizabeth shares what an ideal progression through postpartum recovery can look like, from prioritizing rest to gradually rebuilding movement and strength without rushing the process.  We also explain why foundational habits like sunshine, gentle movement, hydration, and nervous system support often matter more than extreme diet or exercise plans in those early months.  Along the way, we walk through a real client lab review that highlights how antibiotics, birth control, and gut health can create a ripple effect on hormone balance after pregnancy. I f you've been waiting for the right time to prioritize your own health, this conversation is a reminder that supporting yourself is one of the best ways to support your family.  Your body isn't failing you.  It's adapting to one of the biggest physiological transitions it will ever experience. Whether you're currently postpartum, planning for pregnancy, or simply want to better understand how the female body recovers, this episode will help you approach the journey with more clarity, confidence, and compassion.   Time Stamps:   (2:47) Postpartum Care (6:32) Metabolism Reset in Postpartum? (12:42) Thyroid, Metabolism, and Postpartum (15:07) Ideal Progression Through Postpartum (19:02) Sunshine and Movement (26:04) Recent Client Lab Review --------------------- Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program --------------------- Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life! --------------------- Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share! --------------------- Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here! --------------------- Check out our Youtube Channel! --------------------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

What does it really take to lead when the pressure is on? In this episode of The Coaching Conversation, host Graham Whiley speaks with Alex Noble about leadership under pressure, accountability, and mental performance in high-stakes environments. They explore how leaders can stay composed, take ownership, and perform at their best when it matters most. A powerful conversation for anyone leading teams or navigating high-performance demands. 

When Performance Becomes Personal: Mental Health, Identity, and the Injured Athlete Part 3 with Dr. Karolina ShanderIn the final segment of our three-part series, Dr. Shander shares practical guidance on how providers can build referral relationships with mental health and performance psychology professionals, where to look for support resources, and how to help patients find care that fits their needs and circumstances.We also discuss the role of AI in mental health and performance care — where it may help with finding resources or simplifying education, and where it falls short. As Dr. Shander explains, therapy is rooted in human connection, relationship, and understanding the full person in context.This episode closes with a powerful reminder for healthcare providers: stay curious. When a patient says they are in pain, struggling, frustrated, or stuck, asking better questions can help uncover what is really happening beneath the surface.Key Themes in Today's Episode:How to find mental health and performance psychology referral partnersWhy provider relationships make referrals easierResources for patients who may need lower-cost supportWhere AI can support resource-finding and educationWhy curiosity is one of the most important tools a provider can useHow better questions can help patients better understand their pain and recovery

Bobby Low is a Mental Performance Doctor who helps athletes, teams, and high performers build the mental patterns needed to perform under pressure. As a former NCAA All-American and professional pole vaulter, he learned that performance rarely breaks down due to lack of talent, but because the mind interferes in critical moments. This insight led him to earn a PhD in Sport & Performance Psychology and study how elite performers think and execute when it matters most. He is the author of Wiring Intelligence, a system for developing the mental side of performance. And today, he works with athletes at BYU and across professional sports. In this episode we discuss the following: Most people don't fall short because they lack ability—they fall short because their mind gets in the way. Even if performance is 90% physical, the mental side governs the physical. Our mind isn't just something we “have”—it's something we can train, just like our body. The best performers don't leave their thinking to chance. They build it. They script it. They repeat it. They give themselves clear instructions for how to perform until they've rewired and built positive neural pathways. Not just “I'm the best,” but “See the ball, move your feet, make the catch.” That level of precision is what rewires performance. It all starts with self-awareness, because we can't change what we don't notice. Whether we're an athlete, a leader, a parent, or a student—our thoughts are shaping our outcomes more than we realize. So don't just train harder. Train your mind better. Because we are a product of our repeated thoughts.

Welcome to the third episode of the Coach's Corner Series! We live in a culture that celebrates being busy, but very few people stop to ask what that constant pace is actually doing to their bodies.  In this episode, I'm joined by Vital Spark Coach Mackenzie for an honest conversation about the connection between chronic stress, mindset, and physical health. We explore why stress isn't just emotional, it can influence digestion, hormones, inflammation, energy, and even your ability to reach your health goals. You'll hear why your body responds to a packed schedule the same way it responds to many other perceived threats, and how that keeps so many women stuck in a constant state of fight-or-flight. We also unpack why stress management doesn't have to mean hour-long meditation sessions or completely overhauling your routine.  Instead, we share practical ways to regulate your nervous system in the middle of a busy day, from taking a few intentional breaths before meals to finding small moments of calm that fit into real life. We talk about how shifting from frantic energy to calm energy can completely change the way your body responds, even when your schedule doesn't slow down.  Coach Mackenzie also shares how she coaches busy moms, healthcare professionals, and women with demanding careers to prioritize their health without adding more pressure to their plates. One of my favorite parts of this conversation is our discussion around gratitude and the powerful mindset shift from "I have to" toward "I get to."  We also explore why approaching your health journey with curiosity instead of perfection creates far more sustainable results over time. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, constantly on the go, or wondering why your body isn't responding despite your best efforts, I think this episode will help you connect some important dots.  My hope is that you'll walk away realizing that supporting your nervous system doesn't require perfection, it simply starts with creating a little more space for your body to feel safe.   Time Stamps:   (2:27) Why Women Struggle Putting Themselves First (5:51) What Our Successful Clients Do (8:44) Handling Constipation (14:02) Clarity on What To Focus On (16:17) Managing Sleep --------------------- Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program --------------------- Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life! --------------------- Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share! --------------------- Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here! --------------------- Check out our Youtube Channel! --------------------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Ian Mitchell is a research scientist, pharmaceutical consultant, entrepreneur, and founder of Wizard Sciences. His work focuses on longevity, metabolic health, mitochondrial function, stem cells, quantum biology, and advanced wellness technologies. With a background in chemistry and biochemistry, Ian has spent years researching the biological mechanisms behind aging, cognitive performance, recovery, and human optimization. Known for bridging complex science with practical applications, Ian develops innovative solutions designed to support health, performance, and longevity. Through his research, clinical collaborations, and educational work, he explores how sleep, metabolism, hydration, consciousness, and regenerative medicine can help people improve their quality of life and long-term health. SHOWNOTES:

Julie Korioth is the Founder and CEO of Nui Sport. With more than 20 years of experience in counseling, coaching, education, and entrepreneurship, she has spent her career helping people build confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being.After seeing firsthand the growing pressures facing student-athletes and the lack of accessible mental performance support, Julie founded Nui Sport to bring practical, scalable mental performance tools to athletes, coaches, and schools. With more than 20 years of experience in counseling, coaching, education, and entrepreneurship, and as a former Board Member of the SIMS Foundation, she has built trusted relationships across education, mental health, healthcare, and youth sports. Today, she leads Nui Sport's vision, strategic partnerships, fundraising, and growth.Website: www.getnui.comSupport the show

Zach Brandon spent years inside one of the most pressure-filled environments in professional sports. The biggest thing he took away was not about performance. It was about connection.In this first conversation with Zach, JP sits down with the former Head of Mental Performance and Coach Development for the Arizona Diamondbacks, on staff during their 2023 World Series run, to explore what he learned about servant leadership, building genuine relationships across a roster, and the principle most leaders quietly overlook: go see the work. Zach and JP also get honest about the cost of diluted focus and why an overused strength can quietly become your biggest limitation.This one is for any coach who has felt spread too thin, wondered whether athletes really trust them, or needed a reminder that the most powerful question you can ask is: what do you need from me today?Chapters(00:00) Intro(03:20) Fatherhood and New Direction(05:37) World Series and Arrival Fallacy(08:34) What Great Leadership Looks Like(11:28) Values: Connect, Impact, Grow(15:42) Permission to Slow Down(18:56) Building Trust Across Generations(20:55) The Pat Riley Connection Story(22:53) Mapping Relationships(24:38) Asking Veterans for Advice(28:47) Player-Led Meetings(30:42) Diluted Focus, Diluted Results(35:45) Go See the WorkTOC 3-2-13 Quotes | 2 Questions | 1 ResourceYour fast-track to this episode's most actionable ideas."I got a lot better as a leader when I showed up every day from a space of like, hey, how can I serve you?"— Zach Brandon"Diluted focus produces diluted results."— Zach Brandon"Letting each person you come into contact with be the expert on themselves — and allowing them to share their expertise."— Zach Brandon2 Questions for Your TeamQ1: If you rated your relationship with every athlete on your roster from 1 to 5, where are the gaps — and what is one move you could make this week to close the most important one?Q2: When is the last time you asked one of your athletes for advice? How might doing that more intentionally change the dynamic in your program?1 Resource to Go DeeperWin More, Live Better — podcast by Zach BrandonOne of JP's handful of go-to podcast subscriptions. The episode featuring former Washington football coach Chris Peterson is the one that first caught JP's attention. Find it and all of Zach's work at zachbrandoncoaching.com.Visit zachbrandoncoaching.comKey TakeawaysServant leadership is a daily choice, not a personality traitYou cannot build deep connection without a systemAsking for advice builds more trust than giving itDiluted focus produces diluted resultsGo see the workAn overused strength becomes a limitationGet the notes and tools:tocculture.comJoin TOC Coach — community, courses, and live coaching:tocculture.comBetter Coaches. Better Leaders. Better Culture.

High-pressure sales moments test a leader's ability to stay composed, present, and clear when the outcome matters. In this minisode, Dr. Michael Gervais explains how elite performers manage activation before critical moments, from major buyer meetings to executive presentations. He breaks down the difference between useful nerves and disruptive anxiety, then outlines the mental skills that help leaders regulate pressure: awareness, breathing, and self-talk. For revenue leaders, this conversation offers a practical lens on preparing the mind before the stakes arrive. Dr. Michael Gervais is a performance psychologist, the founder of Finding Mastery, host of the Finding Mastery podcast, co-creator of the Performance Science Institute at the University of Southern California, and author of The First Rule of Mastery: Stop Worrying About What People Think of You. He has worked with Olympians, world champions, MMA fighters, Fortune 100 CEOs, and elite teams to help them train their minds for high-pressure performance. Connect with Dr. Gervais: Website Podcast IG Facebook LinkedIn Resources mentioned: Dr. Michael Gervais' Morning Mindset Routine The First Rule of Mastery: Stop Worrying About What Other People Think of You by Michael Gervais, PhD Rethinking Success: Eight Essential Practices for Finding Meaning in Work and Life by J. Douglas Holladay Hit Refresh by Satya Nadella Listen to the full episode: Training the Mind for High-Stakes Sales: How FOPO Hurts Executive Presence with Dr. Michael Gervais Hosted by five-time CRO John McMahon and Force Management Co-Founder John Kaplan, the Revenue Builders podcast goes behind the scenes with the sales leaders who have been there, done that, and seen the results. This show is brought to you by Force Management. We help companies improve sales performance, executing their growth strategy at the point of sale. Connect with Us: LinkedInYouTubeForce Management

Welcome to the second episode of the Coach's Corner Series! Today's episode is the second episode in our Coach's Corner series, and this is where I am sitting down with our just incredible functional health coaches, functional health practitioners from the Vital Spark coaching team, and we are exploring some of the most common questions, topics, challenges, things that we see come up in the world of health and wellness.  One of my favorite things about these conversations and this opportunity to be able to do these interviews with our coaching team, is that it really gives you all the opportunity to learn from the women who are in the trenches with our clients day in, day out. And while across our whole team, we, we share the same philosophies and approaches to functional health.  Each coach really does bring their own unique experience, expertise, and just unique perspectives to the table. And so I'm excited for you all to be able to hear that. Today I am joined by Coach Olivia or Coach Liv. And we are going to talk all about blood sugar and this is a topic that is one that more people need to be diving into because it's definitely one that is often overlooked.  This is a game changer when it comes to functional health so Coach Liv will give you not only the physiology but tactical steps you can take to improve blood sugar and your overall health.   Time Stamps:   (1:40) Coach Liv and Blood Sugar (4:30) Blood Sugar Regulation Red Flags (7:54) Cortisol and Blood Sugar (10:55) Where To Start With Monitoring Blood Sugar (14:20) Coaching Strategies with Blood Sugar (24:00) Ideal Metrics for Blood Sugar --------------------- Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program --------------------- Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life! --------------------- Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share! --------------------- Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here! --------------------- Check out our Youtube Channel! --------------------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Chad Angellotti is a licensed clinical social worker, mental performance coach, and founder of Flow State Sports and Mental Performance Coaching. For over 15 years, he's helped people navigate stress, anxiety, burnout, and high-pressure environments. Today, he combines clinical psychology, breathwork, and performance science to help athletes, professionals, and teams unlock flow state and perform at their best. Chad is the creator of the Prescribing Safety framework, an original model for understanding burnout and professional resilience, and he serves as the Senior Mental Performance Coach for the SUNY Oneonta Women's Soccer program. His work focuses on one central idea: when people feel safe, they perform better.Contact Chad: Getintheflowstate@gmail.comSupport the show

When Performance Becomes Personal: Mental Health, Identity, and the Injured Athlete Part 2 with Dr. Karolina ShanderIn Part 2 of our conversation with licensed psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant, Dr. Karolina Shander, we continue exploring the connection between mental health, performance, recovery, and clinical care.Dr. Shander shares practical insight for healthcare providers on how to bring up mental health support with patients in a way that feels collaborative, not dismissive. We discuss patient agency, injury recovery, career-ending injuries, burnout, difficult conversations, and how providers can ask better questions to understand what may be happening beneath the surface.This episode also looks at the provider side of the equation, including how clinicians can recognize burnout in themselves and create small, consistent recovery practices that help them continue showing up well for their patients.Key Themes in Today's Episode:How to talk with patients about mental health supportWhy agency matters in the healing processHow word choice can impact fear, trust, and recoveryRecognizing signs of burnout in patients and providersSimple practices providers can use to reset and recoverHow to find mental health and performance psychology referral resources

What happens when elite military training, ancient warrior traditions, consciousness research, and cutting-edge human performance collide?In this fascinating episode of The Biohacking Standards Podcast, we sit down with Hakim Isler—founder of Psi Games, former U.S. Army Special Operations instructor, martial artist, and one of the world's leading voices exploring the intersection of mental performance, intuition, and human potential.Hakim shares his extraordinary journey from military service to becoming a pioneer in consciousness exploration, discussing how focused intention, disciplined training, and expanded awareness may unlock abilities most people never realize they possess.During this conversation, we explore:• The origins and mission of Psi Games• Can intuition be trained like a muscle?• Military applications of mental performance and situational awareness• The science and philosophy behind consciousness research• Peak performance under extreme pressure• Meditation, martial arts, and warrior traditions• Biohacking for cognitive performance• The relationship between consciousness, resilience, and human potential• How disciplined mental training influences decision-making• Why curiosity may be humanity's greatest superpowerWhether you're interested in biohacking, neuroscience, meditation, consciousness studies, peak performance, military psychology, or personal transformation, this episode delivers thought-provoking insights and practical wisdom from one of the most respected voices in the field.Hakim Isler has dedicated decades to studying the frontiers of human capability, blending real-world operational experience with contemplative practices and modern research. Through Psi Games, he continues to challenge assumptions about what the human mind is capable of achieving.If you're fascinated by topics like consciousness, intuition, flow states, cognitive optimization, resilience, mental performance, meditation, biohacking, and the future of human potential, you won't want to miss this conversation.Subscribe for more conversations featuring world-class scientists, innovators, biohackers, entrepreneurs, consciousness researchers, and pioneers exploring the future of health, longevity, cognition, and human performance.#HakimIsler #PsiGames #Consciousness #Biohacking #HumanPotential #MentalPerformance #PeakPerformance #Meditation #FlowState #Resilience #WarriorMindset #Neuroscience #CognitivePerformance #PersonalDevelopment #Mindset #Podcast #Longevity #SelfMastery #Awareness #PerformancePsychology

Welcome to the first episode of the Coach's Corner Series! This is a special series where I'm sitting down with the incredible functional health coaches and practitioners from the Vital Spark Coaching team to dive deeper into some of the topics we help clients navigate every day. One of the things I love most about our team is that each coach brings their own unique experiences, expertise, and perspective to supporting women through real-life struggles with hormones, metabolism, gut health, energy, body composition, and so much more. These conversations are designed to bring you behind the scenes and give you access to the knowledge, insights, and practical strategies they use with clients every day. Today I'm joined by Jodi Stonehocker and we are going to be talking all things mind body connection. If this is a new area of you, you're really going to enjoy this episode we believe because it's going to connect a lot of dots that a lot of traditional medicine doesn't. We'll also be discussing how mindset affects the body and physiology, the role of hyper vigilance, and where to start with mind body coaching.   Time Stamps:   (2:22) What Mind Body Coaching Really Is (6:32) How Mindset Affects The Body and Physiology (18:10) Hyper Vigilance (21:52) Supplements, Medication, and Peptides (24:27) Where To Start (28:12) Loving Yourself For Who You Are --------------------- Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program --------------------- Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life! --------------------- Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share! --------------------- Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here! --------------------- Check out our Youtube Channel! --------------------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

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In this episode of The Mental Training Lab, I sit down with sport psychologist and three-time national champion Dr. Kate Bennett, founder of Full Send Consulting, to explore one of the most powerful and often misunderstood drivers of performance: genuine human connection.Kate's work sits at the intersection of athlete well-being, mental performance, and transformational coaching. Heavily influenced by Jerry Lynch's Way of Champions and Brené Brown's research on shame, scarcity, and vulnerability, Kate helps athletes, teams, and coaches build cultures where people feel seen, valued, and loved for who they are. We talk about why connection and mattering are more than “soft extras.” They are core performance drivers. We explore how listening without immediately fixing can create real transformation, why psychological safety makes courageous risk-taking possible, and how love in high-performance environments often looks like accountability, honest conversations, and a willingness to go into hard places together.If you're a coach, practitioner, athlete, or leader trying to build a culture where people can perform at a high level without burning out, this episode offers practical “marching orders”: listen more deeply, model vulnerability, create safety, recognize people for how they show up, and build the kind of belonging that helps excellence emerge.Learn about Kate's work at fullsendconsulting.co.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn more about The Mental Training LabConnect with Pete on Instagram | LinkedIn | WebsiteSubscribe to the podcast on Apple | SpotifyThis show is produced and edited by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.  

Braden Brown is the Associate Athletic Director for Mental Health at BYU Athletics, where he helps student-athletes navigate both the mental and performance demands of athletics. A Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant (in training), Braden works with athletes on everything from anxiety and relationships to confidence, focus, and performing under pressure. Before joining BYU, Braden spent four years as Director of Mental Performance and Counseling Services at IUPUI, supporting athletes across all 18 Division I programs. He holds a Ph.D. in Medical Family Therapy from East Carolina University, along with degrees from Utah State and BYU. In this episode we discuss the following: Confidence is helpful—but it's not required. We tend to believe that success starts with feeling ready, feeling certain, feeling like we belong. But Braden's story flips that. He didn't feel like he belonged at BYU. He didn't feel like he belonged in the NFL. He didn't even feel like he was “PhD material.” And yet, he showed up anyway. And when he couldn't believe in himself, he leaned on the belief others had in him. Over time, showing up did what confidence couldn't—it built it. There's also something powerful in how Braden reframes our relationship with emotions. Fear, doubt, anxiety—those aren't signals to stop. They're part of being human. And even top performers feel them. The mistake is letting them drive the car. Like the athlete he described—who felt great and performed poorly, then felt terrible and went out and set a national record. Feelings don't determine performance. So the better question isn't, “Do I feel ready?” It's, “What can I commit to—regardless of how I feel?” Who we are today is not who we'll be in three months—but how we show up today determines who we become. Action doesn't follow confidence. More often, confidence follows action.

Check Out Sahil Bloom's Newsletter That Inspired This Episode What if having more choices is actually making you less satisfied with the life you're building?  In this episode, we explore a fascinating psychological study from Harvard that challenges the common belief that keeping your options open always leads to better outcomes.  You'll discover why our minds respond differently to permanent decisions versus reversible ones, and how that shapes our happiness, confidence, and commitment.  We also examine how modern technology has created a world overflowing with options, from careers and relationships to health advice and personal growth.  While endless possibilities can feel empowering, they can also leave us constantly wondering if something better is just around the corner.  This episode introduces the idea of the "eject button mentality", the temptation to abandon meaningful pursuits the moment they become uncomfortable or uncertain.  We discuss why the end of the honeymoon phase isn't necessarily a sign that you've chosen the wrong path, but often the point where real growth begins.  You'll learn how to distinguish between healthy persistence and knowing when it's truly time to move on. Rather than making major decisions in moments of frustration, we'll explore the value of evaluating your circumstances with a clear and steady perspective.  If you've ever questioned a relationship, career, business, or personal goal simply because the excitement faded, this conversation offers a fresh way to think about commitment.    Time Stamps:   (3:02) The Eject Button Mentality (9:32) My Thoughts On This Article (14:08) What Commitment Looks Like (23:02) Having A Trusted Advisor --------------------- Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program --------------------- Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life! --------------------- Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share! --------------------- Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here! --------------------- Check out our Youtube Channel! --------------------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

When Performance Becomes Personal: Mental Health, Identity, and the Injured Athlete with Dr. Karolina ShanderIn this episode of the FAKTR Podcast, we begin our conversation with Dr. Karolina Shander, licensed psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant specializing in sport and performance psychology.Dr. Shander shares how mental health, identity, recovery, relationships, rest, and performance all intersect for athletes and high-achieving individuals. We discuss her work with athletes and teams, including her connection with USA Gymnastics, and how sport psychology can support the whole human behind the performer.This conversation explores why trust matters when integrating mental health professionals into sports medicine and performance settings, how coaches and providers can better support athletes, and what healthcare professionals should pay attention to when pain, injury, or performance challenges may be connected to identity, worth, stress, or emotional health.Key Themes in Today's Episode:How mental health professionals fit into the sports medicine teamHow team culture can impact mental health and performanceWhy “just push harder” is not always the answerThe role of rest, relationships, identity, and support systems in performanceHow pain and recovery can reveal deeper emotional or psychological stressors

What if the biggest thing holding back your gut health isn't the supplement you're missing but the habits you repeat every single day? In this episode, I'm breaking down the simple, foundational practices that support healthy digestion long before you ever consider probiotics, parasite cleanses, or specialized gut testing. We often get asked which supplements or lab tests someone should start with, but the truth is that most people haven't built the daily habits their digestive system needs to function well in the first place. I'll explain why digestion actually begins before your first bite of food and how stress, distractions, and eating on the go can interfere with your body's ability to properly break down and absorb nutrients. We also dive into why slowing down, chewing your food thoroughly, and creating a calm eating environment can dramatically improve bloating, gas, reflux, and other common digestive complaints. From there, we'll talk about why your gut thrives on consistency, how your circadian rhythm and migrating motor complex work together to keep your digestive system healthy, and why constant snacking may be working against you. I'll also share practical strategies to support your gut between meals through movement, hydration, stress management, sleep, and recovery.  Finally, we'll discuss how nutrition should be tailored to the feedback your body is giving you, whether you're struggling with constipation, diarrhea, or other digestive symptoms. Think of these habits as the foundation of a house. Supplements and advanced testing have their place, but they're far more effective when they're built on top of healthy daily routines.  If you've been searching for better digestion, less bloating, and a healthier gut, this episode will give you actionable steps you can start implementing today.   Time Stamps:   (1:32) Bets On Pregnancy Date (5:07) Sharp Right Turn Into Gut Health (8:23) A Digestive-Friendly Environment (14:07) Slowing Down Our Eating (19:24) Build A Rhythm Your Gut Can Predict (20:57) Spacing Out Meals (23:12) Supporting Your Gut Between Meals (26:27) Feed The Outcome You Want --------------------- Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program --------------------- Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life! --------------------- Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share! --------------------- Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here! --------------------- Check out our Youtube Channel! --------------------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Welcome to the Win Cycle Podcast! On this episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon and Jeff Troeltsch discuss mental performance in endurance sports, focusing on perfectionism and race anxiety. Troeltsch emphasizes the importance of accepting one's current state while striving for improvement, rather than being perpetually dissatisfied. He highlights the need to manage cognitive distortions and the impact of data on athletes' mindsets. Troeltsch also stresses the significance of breathing techniques and maintaining a balanced perspective on performance. Additionally, they touch on the concept of identity, advising athletes to see themselves as individuals rather than as solely defined by their sports achievements. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Buy Jeff Troesch's Book–One Day Better: https://8020books.com/product/one-day-better/ Hiring Purple Patch Coach: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/careers-page  Fast Track Run Squad: purplepatchfitness.com/fasttrackmarathon Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike Get a free needs assessment and learn more about our programs: https://purplepatchfitness.simplybook.me/v2/#book/service/19  Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com  Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com

What if the reason tracking macros isn't working anymore has nothing to do with your discipline? In this episode, I break down one of the most common frustrations I hear from women: "I used to track macros, lose weight, and see results. Now I do the exact same thing and nothing happens.".  I want to share the story of how I once believed macros were the magic solution to fat loss, only to realize they were never the answer. They were simply a tool. We'll talk about why there is no perfect macro split, how the body constantly adapts to what we do, and why staying on the same nutrition plan for months or years can actually become part of the problem. I explain how functional nutrition often involves strategically changing calories, carbohydrates, fats, and protein to stay ahead of those adaptations rather than fighting against them. You'll learn why there may be a time for low-carb eating, a time for higher calories, a time for lower protein, and a time for a more balanced approach. Most importantly, we'll discuss how understanding macros can still be incredibly valuable when they're used within the right context. Today, I personally track my macros, not to lose weight, but to make sure I'm eating enough and maintaining the right balance for my current season of life.  If you've been wondering why your old nutrition strategy isn't producing the same results anymore, this episode will help you understand what changed and how to start working with your body instead of against it.   Time Stamps:   (1:47) Life Updates (3:06) My Macro Tracking Journey (4:47) Why Macro Tracking Gets A Bad Rap (8:22) Recent Client Example (12:32) Where To Start --------------------- Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program --------------------- Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life! --------------------- Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share! --------------------- Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here! --------------------- Check out our Youtube Channel! --------------------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Everyone wants to know how "bounce back" after having a baby. The truth is, that's not the goal. In this episode, I'm sharing my postpartum fitness plan and the approach I'll be taking during those first weeks and months after birth. Instead of jumping straight into workouts, fat loss, or trying to get my body back as quickly as possible, I'll be prioritizing recovery, sleep, healing, and listening to what my body actually needs. I'll walk you through what my first few weeks postpartum may look like, including why I plan to spend most of the first week resting, when I might begin incorporating light walks and mobility work, and how I'll use my body's feedback, not a rigid timeline, to guide the process. We'll also talk about why pelvic floor health is at the center of my recovery plan and why I believe every woman should consider working with a pelvic floor physical therapist before problems arise, not just after. I'll share why I won't be rushing back into intense cardio, despite the pressure many women feel to lose baby weight as quickly as possible. We'll also discuss the truth about waist trainers, why external support can actually delay core recovery, and what a healthier approach to rebuilding strength looks like. Most importantly, I'm talking about something I think every new mom struggles with: comparison. Because no two postpartum journeys are the same, and comparing your recovery, body, or timeline to someone else's is one of the fastest ways to create unnecessary stress and frustration. If you're pregnant, postpartum, or simply curious about a more sustainable approach to recovery after birth, this episode will give you an honest look at how I'm thinking about this next chapter and why slower may actually be the smarter path forward.   Time Stamps:   (2:11) My Postpartum Fitness Plan (3:22) The Mental Side (9:19) Getting Your Body “Back” (11:20) Comparison In Postpartum (13:32) Sharing The Postpartum Journey --------------------- Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program --------------------- Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life! --------------------- Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share! --------------------- Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here! --------------------- Check out our Youtube Channel! --------------------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

If you feel like your attention span has shortened or your brain can't keep up, I've got something for you! In this episode, we explore FOCUSED, the peptide-based formula that rebuilds the chemistry behind concentration, memory, and mental performance. Learn how ginkgo improves blood flow and oxygen delivery to the brain, bacopa raises BDNF to enhance learning, phosphatidylserine lowers cortisol to stabilize focus, and carotenoids like lutein and zeaxanthin protect neurons from oxidative stress.   Hosted by Leanne Vogel.   Root Cause Group (address the root of your health issues): https://p.bttr.to/3SqUExb    Change your metabolism with peptides: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/make      Peptide quiz (let me help you pick a peptide that'll work): https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/quiz    Enjoy today's show. Thanks for listening!  

Today’s episode is a special rebroadcast of one of my all-time favorite conversations on the B.rad Podcast! Every so often, I like to revisit episodes that made a profound impact on me personally and delivered tremendous value to listeners, and this conversation with Thais Gibson is absolutely one of those episodes. I am so pleased to introduce a fantastically awesome show with Thais Gibson, creator of the Personal Development School! When Thais first sent me an overview of what she wanted to discuss, I thought, "Sure, let's talk about it." But I have to tell you, I was completely blown away. This became one of my favorite shows I have ever recorded. Listeners, I truly believe this episode has the potential to be life-changing. I know it was for me. It probably helped that I unknowingly became the guinea pig for much of the conversation. What you'll hear is essentially a live coaching session where Thais demonstrates her expertise and methods using real-life examples from my own experiences—particularly the disconnect between my stated goals and some of my behavior patterns. We focused on the pursuit of wealth and financial security, an area where I occasionally feel frustrated or deficient, perhaps because of subconscious patterns operating beneath the surface. Thais explains the causes of self-sabotage and how to reprogram limiting thought patterns. One of the most fascinating parts of the discussion is when she explains that we're operating from our conscious mind only about three to five percent of the time. If you're someone who listens to podcasts, reads books, and continually educates yourself, your conscious mind may be doing a great job acquiring the knowledge and skills needed to succeed. But your subconscious needs and programming can still interfere and pull you off course. So in this episode, it's time for Brad to get processed, dig deep, and explore what's really happening when self-sabotage kicks in. Thais Gibson is a counselor, bestselling author of Learning Love, and co-founder of the Personal Development School. She holds a Ph.D. and more than 13 certifications in modalities including CBT, NLP, somatic experiencing, Internal Family Systems, shadow work, and hypnosis. After nearly a decade running a successful private practice, she founded The Personal Development School—an online learning platform designed to provide a more accessible and authentic way for people to transform their lives. In fact, after we finished this recording, I enrolled immediately. I encourage you to visit her website and explore what she offers. She offers a test run where you can see what it’s all about—check it out at personaldevelopmentschool.com. Enjoy this special rebroadcast with Thais Gibson! TIMESTAMPS: People may not always be aware that they are self-sabotaging because it usually occurs at a subconscious level. [00:53] Your conscious mind is responsible for roughly 3 to 5 percent of all of your beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and actions or decisions. Your subconscious is responsible for 95 to 97 percent. [04:48] We all have subconscious personality needs. [07:54] Thais uses Brad as an example to unpack what needs it relates to. She asks first, what does he do in his spare time? [09:34] Where does he spend his money? What does he like to learn about? [12:10] Our subconscious mind is also the host of all of our limiting beliefs. [19:46] There is a tool for how to pull up what your limiting beliefs are. [21:42] We're scared of something that's hidden in the periphery at a subconscious level of mind [24:29] Reconditioning is a tool for reprogramming. [26:25] Thais identifies characteristics of people who have been in a relationship with a narcissist. [30:41] Look for the things that trigger you. Plan your limiting belief and use its opposite. [33:02] Step one: What is your core belief and its opposite? Step two: what are 10 memories to support? They can be recent memories, really old memories, doesn't matter. 10 memories to support this new idea about yourself. I am, in fact, good enough. Step three: listen back for 21 days. [34:17] When thinking about financial security, many people struggle with their subconscious as in feeling they don’t deserve it or some parts of society that have a distaste for the inequitable distribution of wealth. [43:10] There are seven areas of life that need attention. Career, financial, mental, emotional, spiritual, physical and relationship. To ignore one area, we will pay for it later. [52:45] What specific things or set of things are you going to do on a daily basis to reprogram? [59:13] So much futile energy and effort toward change without addressing these core issues is going to be tough. 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