Podcasts about performance specialist

Completion matters.Day 30 isn't about another workout or another lesson — it's about recognition, reflection, and reinforcement.Over the last 30 days, you've followed a structured rhythm. You've moved with intent. You've built stability, coordination, and speed. You've developed habits, accountability, and momentum. Most importantly, you've shown up consistently.This final day is about taking stock of what's changed.You'll reflect on:Improvements in movement quality and body awarenessThe habits and routines that now feel automaticHow structure removed friction and decision fatigueWhat worked — and what needs adjusting going forwardMission 1 Complete is not an endpoint. It's a checkpoint.The goal isn't to stop here — it's to carry the standards forward. The RAMP Package was never about a single month. It's about giving you a framework you can reuse, adapt, and rely on long-term.This day reinforces a final principle: progress belongs to those who finish what they start. Completion builds confidence. Confidence fuels the next mission.Acknowledge the work.Lock in the lessons.Choose the next objective.Mission 1 complete.Standing by...Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

This isn't about speed alone.It's about intent, precision, and effect.Day 29 introduces Race for Impact — applying everything you've built over the last four weeks into purposeful, high-quality effort. This isn't a max-out day or a test for ego. It's about executing with clarity and control.By now, you've developed mobility, stability, coordination, force absorption, force transfer, and speed skills. Race for Impact challenges you to express those qualities under pressure while staying organised.This session focuses on:Moving fast with purpose, not panicApplying speed and power where it actually mattersMaintaining mechanics under competitive intentChoosing quality execution over reckless outputRace for Impact isn't about chasing exhaustion. It's about making every rep count. Short efforts. Clear intent. Full recovery between bouts so performance stays sharp.This day reinforces a key principle: performance is judged by effect, not effort. When movement is clean and intent is clear, results follow.Be precise.Commit fully.Finish strong.Day 29 sharpens the edge before the final reflection.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Momentum is earned — then protected.Day 27 focuses on building and maintaining momentum as you move into the final phase of the 30-day cycle. At this point, the work is no longer about starting. It's about continuing.Momentum is what carries you forward when motivation dips and novelty wears off. It's created through repeated action, reinforced by visible progress, and sustained by structure.This session helps you:Recognise the momentum you've already builtAvoid common mistakes that stall progress late in a programKeep standards high without forcing intensityUse rhythm and routine to maintain forward motionBuilding momentum doesn't mean pushing harder. It means staying consistent while resisting the urge to overreach. Many people sabotage progress at this stage by chasing a big finish instead of trusting the process.This day reinforces a key performance truth: momentum compounds quietly. When you respect the rhythm, progress continues without friction.Stay in the flow.Protect the habits.Let consistency carry you.Day 27 keeps the system moving forward.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Speed demands preparation.Day 28 brings everything together by applying the RAMP framework directly into sprint work — one of the highest-output, highest-risk activities if preparation is rushed or incomplete.This session reinforces a critical lesson: sprinting isn't just running fast. It's force absorption, force transfer, timing, coordination, and intent — all expressed at speed. Without proper preparation, sprinting exposes weaknesses instantly.You'll learn how to:Use the RAMP Protocol to prepare specifically for sprintingTransition from general movement to high-speed output safelyPrime the nervous system without unnecessary fatigueMaintain mechanics and intent as speed increasesThe focus isn't on volume or exhaustion. It's on quality reps, adequate rest, and staying sharp. Sprints are treated as a skill — not conditioning punishment.This day highlights why RAMP is more than a warm-up. It's a decision-making framework that ensures the body is ready for exactly what's coming next. When preparation matches the task, performance improves and injury risk drops.Move well first.Ramp with intent.Sprint with purpose.Day 28 is about earning speed — not forcing it.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Speed isn't just about moving fast.It's about timing, coordination, and intent.Day 26 focuses on speed skills — the ability to apply force quickly, efficiently, and in the right direction. True speed comes from organised movement, not tension or effort alone.By this stage of the program, you've built mobility, stability, force absorption, and force transfer. Speed skills are where those qualities come together under higher intent.This session develops:Rapid force application without loss of controlEfficient acceleration and re-acceleration mechanicsRhythm and timing under increased tempoRelaxation where needed, tension where requiredSpeed training isn't about redlining the system. It's about clean execution. When movement is organised, speed emerges naturally. When it isn't, effort increases and performance drops.You'll focus on short bursts, crisp movement, and sharp transitions — prioritising quality over volume. Fatigue is kept low so speed stays honest.This day reinforces an important principle: you can't fake speed. It exposes inefficiency immediately. That's why preparation matters.Stay relaxed.Move with intent.Let speed express itself.Day 26 sharpens the system for fast, efficient performance.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Before you can express force, you must be able to absorb it.Day 25 focuses on force absorption — the ability to decelerate, stabilise, and safely manage load as it enters the body. This is one of the most overlooked skills in training, yet one of the most critical for longevity, resilience, and repeatable performance.Every step, landing, change of direction, or contact introduces force. When absorption is poor, that force is dumped into joints, connective tissue, or vulnerable structures. When absorption is well-trained, force is distributed, controlled, and redirected efficiently.This session develops:Deceleration control at the hips, knees, and anklesTrunk stability during load acceptanceTiming and coordination during landing and lowering phasesThe ability to slow down without collapsingForce absorption isn't passive. It's an active skill that requires awareness, positioning, and intent. This day emphasises controlled lowering, pauses, and transitions — teaching the body how to accept load before producing it again.This work directly supports injury reduction, cleaner technique, and better performance under fatigue. When you can slow down well, you move better, recover faster, and stay in the game longer.Absorb first.Control the load.Redirect with purpose.Day 25 strengthens the brakes — so the engine can keep performing.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Every outcome is the result of where you place your time, energy, and attention.Day 24 is about investing wisely — learning to allocate your resources toward what actually produces return, instead of spreading yourself thin across distractions that feel busy but move nothing forward.As the program progresses, this becomes increasingly important. When effort is scattered, progress slows. When effort is focused, results compound.This session helps you:Identify high-return actions versus low-value noiseStop over-investing in things that drain energy without payoffPrioritise behaviours that support long-term performanceMake deliberate choices instead of reactive onesInvesting wisely isn't about doing less for the sake of it. It's about doing the right things consistently, and letting go of habits, commitments, or patterns that don't align with your goals.This day also reinforces a key principle: not everything deserves your effort. The most effective performers aren't the busiest — they're the most selective. They protect their time, manage their energy, and choose actions that support recovery, growth, and momentum.Spend energy where it counts.Protect your focus.Let compounding do the work.Day 24 sharpens decision-making and reinforces sustainable performance.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Good movement has rhythm.Day 23 focuses on proprioceptive rhythm — the body's ability to sense position, timing, and movement in space, then respond smoothly and efficiently.Proprioception is your internal GPS. Rhythm is how that information gets expressed through movement. When both are dialled in, movement feels effortless, coordinated, and controlled. When they're off, everything feels clunky, rushed, or disconnected.This session is about refining that connection.You'll work through patterns that develop:Awareness of joint position and body orientationTiming and sequencing between limbs and trunkSmooth transitions between acceleration and controlThe ability to move with flow rather than forceProprioceptive rhythm improves balance, coordination, and adaptability. It allows you to react instead of think, adjust instead of brace, and stay organised when conditions change.This day also reinforces an important idea: not all progress comes from pushing harder. Sometimes it comes from moving better — with more awareness, better timing, and less unnecessary tension.Expect movements that feel subtle but revealing. Small changes in tempo, direction, or load will expose how well the system is communicating.Feel the position.Find the rhythm.Move with precision.Day 23 sharpens awareness and flow — essential skills for durable performance.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Strength means little if it doesn't transfer.Day 22 focuses on force transfer — the ability to generate power in one part of the body and express it efficiently through the rest of the system. This is where strength, stability, coordination, and timing converge.Force transfer is what allows you to push off the ground and move forward, rotate through the trunk and deliver power, or absorb force and redirect it without leaking energy. When this skill is missing, movement feels heavy, disconnected, and inefficient.In this session, you'll develop:Efficient ground-to-body force transmissionCoordination between lower body, trunk, and upper bodyTiming and sequencing across joints and planesControl during force absorption and re-accelerationRather than isolating muscles, this work trains the body as an integrated system. Movements are deliberate and purposeful, emphasising quality, rhythm, and clean transitions over maximal effort.This day also reinforces a key performance principle: power is not just produced — it's channeled. When the system is organised, less effort produces more output.Connect the chain. Transfer the force. Move with intent.Day 22 sharpens the skills that turn strength into usable performance.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Talent helps.Intensity excites.Consistency wins.Day 21 reinforces the single most important factor in long-term performance: showing up, again and again.By this point, you've built structure, movement quality, stability, and momentum. This session zooms out to highlight why none of it matters without consistency — and why the simplest plans executed repeatedly outperform complex plans done sporadically.This day focuses on:Why small daily actions compound over timeHow consistency outperforms motivation and willpowerThe importance of protecting your minimum standardStaying in the process when progress feels slowConsistency doesn't mean perfection. It means returning to the work after missed days, busy weeks, or low-energy sessions. It means keeping the chain unbroken for as long as possible — and repairing it quickly when it breaks.This session also reinforces a key mindset shift: you don't rise to your goals, you fall to your systems. When the system is solid, consistency becomes the default rather than the exception.Protect the rhythm.Honour the standard.Let time do the work.Day 21 is a reminder: consistency is king — and always will be.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Day 20 raises the demand.Advanced Dynamic Stability challenges your ability to maintain control under greater complexity, speed, and fatigue. Where earlier sessions focused on owning positions and transitions, this day asks you to hold quality while the task becomes more demanding.This isn't about maximal effort. It's about precision under pressure.You'll work through integrated patterns that require:Stability during rapid transitions and directional changesControl while loading and unloading the systemCoordination across multiple joints and planesEfficient force transfer without collapse or compensationAdvanced dynamic stability exposes whether movement holds together when variables increase. Small losses in posture, timing, or breath become obvious — and that feedback is exactly what drives refinement.This session reinforces a core principle of performance training: complexity reveals truth. When the system is well-organised, movement feels smooth and efficient. When it isn't, the body tells you immediately.Quality still leads. Speed follows control. Power is expressed through organisation.Day 20 sharpens the edge between capability and chaos.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Life and sport don't happen in straight lines.Day 19 introduces a multidirectional movement complex — integrating strength, mobility, stability, and coordination across multiple planes of motion.By this point in the program, you've built access, control, and connection. This session challenges you to apply those qualities while moving forward, backward, laterally, and rotationally — often within the same sequence.You'll work through patterns that develop:Control during changes of directionStability while accelerating and deceleratingCoordination across frontal, sagittal, and transverse planesSmooth transitions between movement patternsMultidirectional work exposes weak links quickly. Loss of balance, rushed transitions, or breakdowns in posture highlight exactly where more attention is needed. That feedback is the point — not to chase fatigue, but to refine movement under complexity.This session reinforces adaptability. The ability to organise the body quickly, absorb force safely, and redirect momentum efficiently is central to both athletic performance and everyday resilience.Move with intent.Change direction with control.Stay organised under motion.Day 19 brings movement closer to real-world demands.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

More isn't better. Better is better.Day 18 is about cutting back — not quitting, not losing momentum, but deliberately reducing excess so progress can continue.Most people stall not because they aren't doing enough, but because they're doing too much. Too much volume. Too many goals. Too many decisions. Eventually, something gives — usually consistency.This session teaches you how to recognise when it's time to pull back so you can move forward.You'll learn how to:Identify signs of overload before they become setbacksReduce volume without losing intentProtect energy, recovery, and focusStay consistent during busy or stressful periodsCutting back is a skill. It requires self-awareness, honesty, and confidence in the long game. This isn't about lowering standards — it's about removing unnecessary load so the important work stays sharp.This day reinforces a key performance principle: sustainability drives results. Training, habits, and routines that can't be maintained eventually collapse. Those that can adapt endure.Cutting back allows you to:Preserve movement qualityMaintain momentumAvoid the boom-and-bust cycleStrip it back. Keep the signal strong. Let progress continue.Day 18 teaches restraint — a skill every long-term performer needs.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Human movement is cross-patterned.Day 17 focuses on contralateral activation — the coordination between opposite sides of the body that allows efficient, powerful, and resilient movement. Walking, running, crawling, throwing, striking, and changing direction all rely on this cross-body connection.When contralateral patterns are weak or disorganised, movement becomes inefficient. Power leaks, timing is off, and the body compensates by overloading joints instead of transferring force smoothly.This session is about restoring that connection.You'll work through patterns that:Link opposite shoulder and hip pairsImprove trunk control during limb movementReinforce cross-body coordination and timingEnhance stability while the body moves dynamicallyContralateral activation helps the nervous system organise movement more effectively. It improves balance, rhythm, and force transfer, while reducing unnecessary tension and effort.This day also builds on everything that's come before — mobility gives you access, stability gives you control, and contralateral work teaches the system to coordinate both sides together.Expect movements that feel simple but revealing. When timing is right, everything feels smoother. When it's off, the body tells you immediately.Connect left to right. Coordinate top to bottom. Move as one system.Day 17 strengthens the patterns that underpin real-world performance.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Day 16 blends everything you've been building so far into one cohesive practice: dynamic stability in motion.Where earlier sessions isolated mobility and stability, this day connects them. Dynamic Stability Flow teaches the body to maintain control while moving continuously — through transitions, rotations, and changes in level or direction.This is where stability stops being static and starts becoming usable.You'll move through flowing patterns that challenge:Control through changing positionsStability during rotation, reach, and load transferCoordination between breath, trunk, and limbsSmooth transitions without collapsing or rushingThe emphasis is on control first, rhythm second, and speed last. Movements are linked together to reinforce how the body actually operates in training, sport, and life — not in isolated positions, but in connected sequences.This session also serves as a real-time feedback loop. Breaks in control, rushed transitions, or loss of posture highlight exactly where more attention is needed. Nothing is hidden when movement is continuous.Dynamic Stability Flow isn't about fatigue or intensity. It's about owning movement under flow, maintaining quality as complexity increases.Move with intention. Control the transitions. Let strength and stability travel together.Day 16 turns pieces into patterns.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Motivation fades.Accountability remains.Day 15 focuses on accountability — not as pressure from the outside, but as a personal standard you choose to uphold.This session breaks down why relying on motivation or emotion leads to inconsistency, and why progress accelerates when expectations are clear and ownership is taken seriously. Accountability isn't about punishment for missed days — it's about honesty, course correction, and staying in the process.You'll learn how to:Set clear, realistic standards you can actually maintainTrack commitments instead of just outcomesRemove excuses by simplifying expectationsUse reflection to adjust rather than abandon the planTrue accountability is quiet. It's showing up when no one is watching and doing the work you said you would do. It's also knowing when to pull back intelligently instead of forcing progress through fatigue or ego.This day reinforces a key principle of the RAMP Package: consistency is built through ownership. When you take responsibility for your actions and decisions, progress becomes predictable.Own the standard.Tell the truth.Stay in the work.Day 15 strengthens commitment and momentum.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

The core isn't a muscle.It's a function.Day 14 focuses on core stability — the ability to control the trunk so force can be transferred efficiently between the upper and lower body.True core stability isn't about endless sit-ups or bracing as hard as possible. It's about maintaining position while the limbs move, resisting unwanted motion, and creating the right amount of tension at the right time.In this session, you'll develop:Trunk control in static and dynamic positionsThe ability to resist extension, rotation, and lateral flexionEfficient breathing under loadIntegration of the core with hips and shouldersCore stability underpins everything — lifting, running, jumping, striking, and carrying. When it's missing, strength leaks, posture collapses, and compensations appear elsewhere in the body.This day also reinforces the idea that stability is context-specific. The core's job changes depending on the task, and training should reflect that. You'll work through patterns that challenge control without unnecessary fatigue.Strong doesn't mean rigid.Stable doesn't mean stiff.Controlled movement creates power.Day 14 solidifies the centre of the system.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Most real-world movement happens in rotation.Day 13 focuses on rotational stability — the ability to control twisting forces through the trunk, hips, and shoulders while transferring force efficiently from the ground up.When rotational control is missing, power leaks, technique breaks down, and stress ends up in places it doesn't belong — often the lower back, hips, or shoulders. This session is about learning to resist rotation before you try to produce it.You'll work through patterns that develop:Trunk control against rotational and anti-rotational forcesCoordination between hips and shouldersStable transitions between left and right sidesEfficient force transfer during athletic movementRotational stability is essential for lifting, running, throwing, striking, changing direction, and absorbing contact. Without it, strength stays isolated instead of integrated.This day also reinforces an important sequence: control first, then expression. By owning rotational positions and resisting unwanted movement, you create a platform for safe, powerful rotation later in training and sport.Expect slow, deliberate reps and plenty of feedback. Quality matters more than speed on this day.Control the twist.Connect the system.Protect your power.Day 13 strengthens the links that keep everything working together.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Success is rarely about reacting well.It's about planning before pressure shows up.Day 12 focuses on planning ahead — the skill that turns good intentions into consistent execution. Most breakdowns don't happen in the gym; they happen when life gets busy and decisions are made on the fly.This session shows you how to remove uncertainty before it becomes an excuse.You'll learn how to:Anticipate friction points in your weekMake decisions in advance, when thinking is clearBuild simple plans for training, recovery, and nutritionCreate fallback options so missed sessions don't derail momentumPlanning ahead doesn't mean rigid scheduling or perfection. It means having default behaviours you can fall back on when time, energy, or motivation is low.This day reinforces a core principle of the RAMP Package: discipline is front-loaded. The work is done early so execution later becomes simple. When plans are in place, stress drops, consistency rises, and progress continues even during chaotic weeks.Set the plan while calm.Follow it under pressure.Adjust when needed — not when it's too late.Day 12 strengthens the system that keeps you moving forward.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Day 11 turns the focus to upper body stability — control through the shoulders, scapulae, and trunk while the arms move with purpose.The shoulders are designed to move, but they rely on stability from the scapulae, rib cage, and core to do so safely and powerfully. When that control is missing, strength becomes shaky, technique breaks down, and irritation creeps in.This session is about owning positions before loading them.You'll work through patterns that develop:Scapular control during pushing, pulling, and reachingShoulder stability through full ranges of motionTrunk integration to support arm movementThe ability to absorb and produce force without leaking tensionUpper body stability isn't about stiffness. It's about precision. Knowing when to create tension, when to release it, and how to move the arms independently while the rest of the system stays organised.Like the other stability days, this session provides immediate feedback. Weak links become obvious — and once you can see them, you can address them.Stable shoulders move better.Controlled movement builds strength.Preparation prevents problems.Day 11 reinforces control where it matters most.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Day 10 narrows the focus to lower body stability — control at the hips, knees, ankles, and feet under load and movement.Strength starts from the ground up. When the lower body lacks stability, force leaks occur, technique breaks down, and compensations climb up the chain. This session is about building a base you can rely on.Lower body stability isn't about locking joints or moving slowly forever. It's about learning to control position through single-leg work, changes of direction, and transitions between levels. The ability to resist unwanted movement is what allows power, speed, and endurance to show up safely.In this session, you'll focus on:Hip and pelvic control in unilateral and split-stance positionsKnee alignment during load acceptance and propulsionAnkle and foot stability for balance and force transferControl through deceleration, pauses, and transitionsThis day also acts as a reality check. You'll quickly feel where control is solid and where extra attention is needed. That feedback informs how you warm up, how you load movements, and how hard you push in future sessions.Lower body stability protects joints, improves efficiency, and supports long-term performance.Control first.Power follows.Build from the ground up.Day 10 strengthens the foundation.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Discipline isn't about saying yes to the right things.It's about making the wrong things harder to access.Day 9 focuses on restricting temptation — not through willpower, but through environment design and simple rules that reduce friction and decision fatigue.Most people don't fail because they lack motivation. They fail because they rely on it. This session breaks down how temptation quietly derails progress and how small, deliberate changes to your surroundings can dramatically improve consistency.You'll learn how to:Remove or reduce common triggers that sabotage habitsCreate barriers between you and low-value behavioursMake high-value actions easier to start and completeStop negotiating with yourself when you're tired or stressedRestricting temptation isn't about deprivation or living like a monk. It's about protecting your energy and attention so they're spent on what actually moves the needle.This day also reinforces a key idea: every decision costs energy. When your environment supports your goals, discipline becomes less about effort and more about alignment.Set the rules once.Design the environment.Let consistency follow.Day 9 sharpens self-control by removing unnecessary battles.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Mobility gives you options.Stability lets you use them.Day 8 focuses on full body stability — the ability to control joints, positions, and posture under load, movement, and fatigue. Without stability, mobility becomes wasted range and strength leaks show up where you least want them.This session is about connecting the system.You'll work through patterns that challenge:Trunk and pelvic controlShoulder and hip stabilityContralateral and cross-body coordinationThe ability to resist unwanted movement before creating forceFull body stability isn't about bracing harder — it's about sequencing, timing, and awareness. Learning when to hold tension, when to relax, and how to transfer force efficiently from the ground through the body.This day also reinforces one of the key principles of the RAMP Package: control precedes power. When stability improves, strength becomes cleaner, movement becomes more efficient, and injury risk drops.Expect slow, intentional reps.Expect moments of challenge.Expect better movement quality.Stability is what allows you to express speed, strength, and endurance safely.Own the position.Control the transition.Build the foundation.Day 8 locks the system together.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Day 7 introduces Dynamic Mobility — the bridge between slow, controlled range work and high-output training.Where static mobility builds access and awareness, dynamic mobility teaches the body to use that range under motion. This session is about moving through positions with rhythm, control, and intent, preparing you to train, run, lift, or compete with confidence.Dynamic mobility focuses on:Actively moving joints through usable rangesCoordinating strength and mobility togetherImproving tissue tolerance to speed and change of directionPreparing the nervous system for more demanding workRather than holding positions, you'll flow through them — reinforcing patterns you actually need in training and life. The emphasis is on smooth transitions, controlled tempo, and breathing that matches movement.This session also acts as a readiness check. You'll quickly feel which ranges are available today and which need more attention. That feedback allows you to adjust intensity and volume in future sessions, keeping training productive rather than reactive.Dynamic mobility isn't about forcing range or chasing fatigue. It's about ownership of movement — the ability to get into, out of, and through positions with confidence.Move smoothly.Control the range.Prepare for what's next.Day 7 keeps the body adaptable and ready to perform.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Results don't come from intensity.They come from habits.Day 6 shifts the focus back to mindset — specifically, how habits are built, maintained, and protected when motivation fades and life gets busy.This session breaks down why most people know what to do but struggle to do it consistently. The issue isn't discipline or willpower — it's structure. Habits reduce decision-making, remove friction, and turn effort into something automatic.You'll learn how to:Build habits that actually stickStart small enough to win dailyAnchor new behaviours to existing routinesAvoid the all-or-nothing mindset that kills momentumWe focus on process over outcome. You don't need perfect weeks. You need repeatable actions you can execute on good days and bad days alike. When habits are aligned with your goals, progress becomes inevitable.This day also reinforces an important principle of the RAMP Package: consistency beats intensity. Short, well-executed sessions done regularly will outperform sporadic bursts of motivation every time.Day 6 is about locking in the behaviours that carry the program forward — not just for the next few weeks, but long after the 30 days are done.Build the habit.Protect the routine.Let the results take care of themselves.Tomorrow, we move again.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

The Minnesota Wild have been playing some pretty great hockey lately, but it wasn't always like that.  There was a time in the fairly recent past that the fans of the Minnesota Wild were mentally in a very different place, however most Minnesotan's don't have a mental performance specialist to lean on.  Yet, regardless of the lows, or the highs, the Minnesota Wild have been quite resilient, and very possibly because of the teachings of their Mental Performance Specialist Aaron Bogosian.  Brother of Defenseman Zach Bogosian, Aaron grew up in a household of brothers, and seemingly was born for this job.  With both a professional hockey background, and military experience, Aaron Bogosian brings a sense of presence and familial support to the Wild lockeroom.  Aaron credits his work ethic and mental toughness to his upbringing, and the fact that we can now help the next generation of young hockey professionals in Minnesota, just might be his true calling.  Carts and King go deep with Bogo, but only as far as one would think when you're in the presence of such selflessness.  A truly interesting interview, and beyond that includes the Olympic rosters that the guys breakdown.  The snubs, the stars, the trivia, it's all here to kick off 2026.  Let's Go.

Day 5 shifts the focus to the upper body — shoulders, thoracic spine, and the structures that connect them.Modern life tends to close the upper body down. Sitting, screens, driving, stress, and poorly planned training all pull the shoulders forward and limit thoracic movement. When that happens, strength leaks, technique suffers, and pain often follows.This session is about restoring freedom where you need it most.Upper Body Mobility isn't passive stretching. It's active, controlled movement designed to improve shoulder mechanics, thoracic rotation and extension, and the ability to move the arms overhead and across the body with control.You'll work through movements that:Improve shoulder range without compromising stabilityRestore thoracic spine movement for better posture and power transferReduce tension through the neck and upper backSupport pressing, pulling, throwing, and striking patternsLike the lower body sessions, this day doubles as a movement check-in. You'll notice asymmetries, restrictions, and areas that need more attention — information you can carry into future warm-ups and training blocks.This work pays dividends across everything you do: stronger lifts, cleaner technique, better breathing, and fewer niggles that derail consistency.Move with intent.Breathe through the range.Build capacity, not just flexibility.Day 5 keeps the system balanced and ready for what's next.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Day 4 brings the focus back to movement — specifically, the lower body.Hips, knees, and ankles take the brunt of daily life and training. Sitting, running, lifting, fighting, jumping — it all funnels through the lower half. When movement options disappear here, compensations show up everywhere else.This session is about restoring those options.Lower Body Mobility isn't about stretching for the sake of it. It's about improving joint function, control, and usable range so strength and conditioning can actually do their job. Better movement at the hips and ankles means cleaner squats, stronger hinges, more efficient running, and less stress on the knees and lower back.You'll work through controlled, intentional movements that:Open the hips without dumping stabilityRestore ankle range for better foot and knee mechanicsImprove control at end rangesReinforce positions you actually train and live inThis session also acts as a movement audit. You'll quickly identify where things feel smooth, where they feel restricted, and where extra attention is needed. That awareness carries forward into every lift, sprint, and conditioning session that follows.Like everything in the RAMP Package, this is scalable. Move slowly, breathe, and prioritise quality over depth or intensity. The goal isn't to force range — it's to earn it.Lower body freedom creates upper body expression.Mobility supports strength.Preparation protects performance.Day 4 keeps the foundation strong!Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

If you don't track it, you're guessing.And guessing is not a performance strategy.Progress doesn't require perfection—but it does require awareness. Today is about paying attention to what actually moves the needle, not just what feels productive.Tracking progress isn't about obsessing over numbers. It's about creating feedback. Feedback tells you what's working, what's not, and when it's time to push or pull back.In the RAMP Package, tracking is deliberately simple:How your body feels when you startHow it moves during the sessionHow you recover afterwardThat might mean noting energy levels, stiffness, mood, motivation, or performance markers like reps, load, time, or breath control. The goal isn't complexity—it's consistency.When you track even one or two key variables, patterns emerge. You start to notice trends. You learn how stress, sleep, nutrition, and training interact. That awareness is what allows you to train with intent instead of emotion.This is how you stay in the game long term.This is how you avoid burnout.This is how you build momentum.Track something today.Write it down.Review it tomorrow.Small data. Clear direction. Better decisions.Tomorrow, we build on that clarity.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

In 2020, I became a certified Yoga Teacher after completing a two-week intensive course—just ten days before returning to Thailand and entering a 3–4 month lockdown.During that time, I began blending the principles I'd learned in yoga with my background in strength and conditioning. Every morning, I moved. I tested. I refined. What came out of that period was a simple, effective, full-body mobility sequence that I've used almost daily ever since.This sequence has become my go-to template. I now adapt it depending on the goal, time available, and how the body is showing up on the day.Warm-Up / Gym Prep10–20 minutes3–6 slow reps per exercisePause to release tension and build stabilityAssess how your body is moving todayPrime yourself for trainingEnergy Boost / Midday Recharge5–15 minutes8–15 faster reps per exerciseMatch breath with movementFollow the template or move freelyWind Down / Evening Reset10–30 minutesEmphasise stretch and breathHold each position for 5–10 slow breathsUse the template or follow intuitionCommon movements include: High plank walkouts, cobra to down dog with calf pumps, child's pose series, pigeon series, lizard series, push-up to T-hold, kick-through hip drops, Blackburns, and reverse bridge variations.As the saying goes: “The door hinge which opens and closes every day does not get rusty.”This is movement as maintenance. Preparation, not punishment.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

From General to Specific: The Flow of RAMP The strength of the RAMP Protocol lies in how it gradually transitions from general preparation to sport- or session-specific readiness.Each phase builds on the last, narrowing focus and increasing intensity with purpose.• Raise – General movement prep • Activate – Targeted muscle engagement • Mobilise – Joint-specific preparation • Potentiate – Sport- or lift-specific power and speedBy the time RAMP is complete, you've moved from a global warm-up to high-performance readiness — mentally and physically primed for exactly what's ahead.The RAMP Protocol: Flexible by Design The RAMP Protocol isn't a rigid, step-by-step formula — it's a dynamic warm-up framework designed to be flexible.While it includes four key elements (Raise, Activate, Mobilise, Potentiate), you don't have to treat them as separate phases. Instead, movements can be blended to tick multiple boxes at once — for example, a crawling pattern that raises heart rate, activates the core, mobilises the hips, and potentiates the upper body.The goal is efficiency: using the fewest exercises possible to be fully prepared for your session.This is smart movement prep, tailored to you and exactly what's ahead.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

The RAMP Package isn't just a training program — it's a structured performance framework built for real life.Over 30 days, you'll follow a simple, repeatable rhythm that blends high-impact movement sessions with focused mindset coaching. The goal isn't to do more — it's to do what matters, consistently, without burning out.It starts with Day 0.Before you train harder, you set direction. Day 0 is about clarity — defining your goals and understanding why you're committing to the process. Because effort without intent leads nowhere.From there, the rhythm begins:2 Days Movement → 1 Day Mindset → RepeatMovement Days Each session combines:Prime Time/Movement Prep Module (10 minutes): mobility, stability, and potentiationWODMod (10–20 minutes): scalable strength and conditioningTotal time: 10–30 minutes. High intent. Fully adaptable. Designed to fit busy lives.Mindset Days Every third day, you'll work through a focused coaching chapter supported by practical Top 10 tips. These sessions cover goal-setting, habit-building, accountability, consistency, and momentum — giving you the tools to stay on track when motivation fades.This structure respects recovery, attention, and long-term progress. You're not just getting fitter — you're building capability, discipline, and resilience.No hype. No fluff.Just a system that works.This is Day 0.Let's begin.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

The RAMP Package is a 30-day, entry-level performance system designed to build durable fitness, movement quality, and mindset — without requiring excessive time, equipment, or motivation.At its core, RAMP is built on the Raise, Activate, Mobilise, Potentiate framework: a proven approach to preparing the body and nervous system to train, perform, and recover effectively. Rather than treating warm-ups as filler, RAMP turns preparation into training, ensuring every session starts with intent and finishes with precision.The program combines:Prime Time: 10-minute movement prep sessions that improve mobility, stability, coordination, and readinessWODMod: 20-minute strength and conditioning sessions built on time-tested templates, designed for real-world performance and repeatabilityMindset Coaching: Every third day focuses on habits, consistency, accountability, goal-setting, and momentum — ensuring physical progress actually sticksThe structure follows a simple rhythm: 2 days movement → 1 day mindset → repeat, allowing progress without burnout and flexibility when life gets busy.The RAMP Package is not about chasing exhaustion, aesthetics, or short-term peaks. It's about building a foundation — physically and mentally — that supports long-term performance across sport, work, and life.It's the same system used to stay capable across rugby, martial arts, fitness competition, and tactical environments, adapted for everyday athletes.Move better. Train smarter. Perform with intent.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

In this episode of the Live Train Perform Podcast, I'm joined once again by one of my favourite returning guests and close friends of the show, Kat Yiannakis — occupational and behavioural therapist specialising in binge eating disorder recovery.Kat breaks down the disordered eating spectrum, clearly distinguishing between:OvereatingDisordered eatingClinically diagnosed binge eating disorderWe explore what binge eating disorder actually is, how it differs from other eating disorders, why it affects both men and women far more than most people realise, and why willpower has nothing to do with recovery.From there, Kat shares the six core pillars she uses with her clients (and herself) to move from chaos to control:Nutrition fundamentals and the 80/20 permission paradoxHabit loops and pattern interruptsUnderstanding the upper vs lower brainMindfulness and present-moment awareness with foodThe power of language and internal dialogueDesigning an environment that supports, rather than sabotages, recoveryWe also discuss:Why restriction fuels binge cyclesHow hormones, stress, sleep, and environment drive eating behaviourPractical, real-world tools you can apply immediatelyWhat recovery actually looks like long-termWhen and why support mattersWhether you're personally struggling, coaching someone who is, or simply want a deeper understanding of how the brain, behaviour, and food interact, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and actionable strategies.

During the holiday season, there can be SUPER high anxiety. If you dread the holidays, or can't wait for them to be over, then this Say Yes to Holiness podcast episode is definitely for you. Christina Semmens sits down for a deep conversation with Rachael Popcak Isaac, a Pastoral Counselor and Mental Performance Specialist of Success and Performance Coaching at CatholicCounselors.com. Dr. Rachael (Popcak) Isaac, LCSW, CPT is the founder and director of the Success and Performance Coaching Program at CatholicCounselors.com. She holds a Psychology degree from Franciscan University of Steubenville and a Master's in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. With a focus on success and sports psychology, Rachael has coached individuals, teams, and organizations from high school to the professional level.Together, Christina and Rachael explore the integration of faith with mental performance, the importance of understanding confidence and humility, and effective strategies for managing stress and anxiety. Rachael also shares her personal journey and insights on how a faith-based approach can enhance counseling and personal growth, emphasizing the significance of recognizing one's worth and purpose in life. Their discussion concludes with highlighting transformative practices and mindsets that can lead to a more fulfilling and peaceful existence.TakeawaysRachel Isaac is a Pastoral Counselor and Mental Performance Specialist.She integrates faith with mental performance in her counseling.Confidence is about knowing who you are, not comparing yourself to others.Stress and anxiety management are common struggles for clients.Faith is integral to personal identity and counseling effectiveness.Understanding our worth is crucial for personal growth.Connecting with our passions and desires is essential.Practicing mindfulness and emotional regulation is important.Visualization techniques can enhance performance and reduce anxiety.Building a supportive community is key to emotional well-being.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Pastoral Counseling and Mental Performance04:46 Integrating Faith and Mental Performance Counseling09:54 Understanding Confidence and Humility14:58 Managing Stress and Anxiety20:09 The Importance of Faith in Counseling24:53 Finding Peace and Purpose in Life29:57 Transformative Practices and Mindsets34:59 Conclusion and ResourcesFor more information on Dr Rachael and her work, go to: https://catholiccounselors.com/success-and-performance-coaching/

Most people think performance is about more reps, more data, more tech, or more intensity. But according to human performance educator Rob Wilson, the truth is far more uncomfortable: most elite performers don't actually understand their own bodies, identities, or inner signals—and it's costing them years of longevity, clarity, and resilience.In this powerful conversation, Mark Divine and Rob Wilson break down the real keys to performance longevity, emotional resilience, identity beyond your job title, and why self-awareness is the most underrated skill in elite sport, tactical teams, and everyday life.From breathwork, interoception, and spinal health… to transitions out of high-status careers… to the hidden dangers of burnout and tech dependency… this episode explores the deep work behind staying healthy, powerful, and fully human in a high-performance world.If you're an athlete, coach, operator, or leader who wants to sustain excellence without breaking your body, mind, or identity—this conversation will shift how you train, lead, and live.In this episode, you'll learn:1. Why high performers must become “problem seekers,” not just problem solvers2. How to become the observer of your own training instead of a consumer of metrics3. Why tech overload is weakening self-awareness and decision-making4. How breathwork and spinal health unlock long-term resilience5. Why identity collapse affects elite operators and athletes after transition6. How emotional intelligence amplifies performance and protects mental health7. What it really takes to prevent burnout and injury in high-stress environments8. Why ancient mind-body practices still outperform the newest fitness techJoin The Unbeatable Tribe on SkoolA leadership community for high performers who want to grow with purpose, courage, and accountability.https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/aboutSubscribe to Mark's Leadership & Mental Toughness NewsletterWeekly insights to help you build elite resilience, discipline, and clarity.https://markdivine.com/newsletterRob Links:Website: https://www.wilsonhealthandperformance.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecheckenginelight/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-wilson-929b6a152Simplifaster.com: https://simplifaster.com/articles/author/robwilson/Mark Links: Website: https://markdivine.comThe Unbeatable Tribe: https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/aboutDivine Inspiration Newsletter: https://markdivine.com/newsletterYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdivineofficialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdivine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markdivineofficial/Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial for more inspiring conversations on leadership, growth, and impact.Rate and review the show to help us reach more listeners.Share your thoughts and takeaways in the comments!#MarkDivine #RobWilson #HumanPerformance #EliteTraining #PerformanceLongevity #MentalToughness #Breathwork #Interoception #IdentityShift #LeadershipDevelopment #SpecialOperations #PeakPerformance #MindBodyTraining #ResilienceBuilding #UnbeatableMindTimestamps00:00 Introduction and Current Focus00:26 Health Monitoring Technology Debate01:02 Welcome to the Mark Divine Show01:31 Rob Wilson's Background and Achievements02:52 Challenges of Transitioning from Military Life07:21 The Importance of Pre-Resilience Training13:04 The Role of Education in Strength and Conditioning21:48 Breath Control and Interoception34:02 Understanding Contextual Shifts in Health and Longevity34:39 Injury and Burnout in High-Performance Environments35:27 The Complex System of Human Stress Load36:48 Emotional and Mental Health in Elite Performers44:20 The Importance of Empathy and Emotional Regulation48:34 Meditation and Breath Work for Integrated Health55:18 Writing and Publishing Insights01:04:21 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textIn this episode, Coach Kobes sits down with Adrian Sutter, founder of Swiss 8, to talk about burnout, corruption, and the rebuild that led him back to his original mission—helping veterans, athletes, and high performers reconnect with purpose through movement, nature, and simplicity.Adrian opens up about the battles behind the scenes with RSLs and veteran organisations, how politics and power derail wellbeing initiatives, and why he chose to step away from the system rather than fight it. From those lessons came a return to first principles—the farm, the tribe, and the eight pillars of performance.Together, they unpack:The real story behind Swiss 8's evolution from app to retreatHow stress, isolation, and loss of purpose mirror across soldiers, athletes, and everyday performersThe eight pillars of Swiss 8—Move, Heal, Breathe, Liberate, Survive, Connect, Defend, TranscendWhy modern psychology and medication often miss the markThe healing power of nature, shared suffering, and manual labourRaising resilient humans through movement, critical thinking, and connectionThis is a raw, open conversation on identity, purpose, and rebuilding what matters—inside and out.

Send us a textFrom leading soldiers on deployment to rebuilding his life after addiction, Dwayne Kent's story is a raw, honest look at what it means to lose yourself — and find purpose through service once again.In this powerful conversation, Dwayne opens up about the operational tempo that drove his early success, the high standards that defined his leadership, and the slippery slope that followed when mental health and alcohol began to spiral out of control.After multiple suicide attempts and a life-changing stint in rehab, Dwayne's journey took an unexpected turn toward healing through plant medicine — an experience that helped him reconnect with his truth, rebuild his identity, and create a new mission through his gym and apparel brand, Sixty3.Dwayne Kent's story unfolds like a field manual for human resilience:Purpose through Service: How service shapes identity and meaning beyond the uniform.High Standards & Operational Tempo: The double-edged sword of excellence — when performance becomes identity.Mental Health & Alcohol: The slow erosion that hides beneath functional success.Hitting Rock Bottom: The unfiltered reality of suicide attempts and the humbling power of rehab.Reconstruction through Plant Medicine: How ancient healing traditions can break modern cycles of shame and self-destruction.Rebirth as a Leader: Dwayne's evolution into a gym owner, mentor, and founder of Sixty3 — rebuilding community through movement and meaning.This episode is about redemption, responsibility, and the courage to rebuild — one decision at a time. A must-listen for coaches, leaders, and operators who value self-mastery as much as performance.Connect with Dwayne:

Send us a textFrom the school kid up the back of the class licking windows to selling toilets fresh out of school to make a living. I know sh!t when I see it. Most of it is avoidable...As one of eight children I had to learn fast. Life's experiences were accelerated andcondensed. From teeth splitting stress, congenital disease, and mental healthchallenges, to the deepest aspects of love and compassion, I've seen it all.‘But the only way out is through.'Having many life experiences crammed into one has allowed me to formulate strategies that no one else can.Experience earned with boots on the ground in mining, energy, aviation, military,education, engineering, construction, private enterprise and commercial sectors.As a Special Service Officer I bring military structure to chaos.As an Engineer I create solutions.As an Educator I practice what I preach.I have a burning desire to see people recognise their greatness trapped beneath the chaotic blizzard of noise and distraction.I provide the tools to leverage from their strengths through strategy, tactics, and the undeniable force of the human spirit.‘Accelerated growth happens on the edge of convention.'- LT Luke Cummins PgDslLinkedInWebsiteEmail - luke.cummins@rogueinstitute.coShaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Send us a textRob Allardice attended a one-month Mentorship Program with me in Thailand in the early months of 2024. We ran group classes, trained professional fighters, and trained together for that duration, with the focus being on upskilling and implementation of skills, tactics and techniques he could immediately use upon his return to Australia. This episode was recorded during this period; however, it was not released at the time due to things deteriorating at Apollo Camp shortly after his visit. I think there is value in the conversation, which will provide context for the episode which was recorded and published last weekend.We have kept in touch the last 18-months, including a few trips where I have stayed at his house, as well as being in his corner for his amateur boxing debut.Rob Allardice is a former Australian Navy Petty Officer who served 13 years in the Royal Australian Navy. He currently works as a Strength and Conditioning coach, both in-person on the gym floor at Surfit Byron Bay, and remotely via his online coaching platform.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Send us a textRob Allardice is a former Australian Navy Petty Officer who served 13 years in the Royal Australian Navy. He currently works as a Strength and Conditioning coach, both in-person on the gym floor at Surfit Byron Bay, and remotely via his online coaching platform.Rob attended a one-month Mentorship Program with me in Thailand in the early months of 2024. We ran group classes, trained professional fighters, and trained together for that duration, with the focus being on upskilling and implementation of skills, tactics and techniques he could immediately use upon his return to Australia.We have kept in touch the last 18-months, including a few trips where I have stayed at his house, as well as being in his corner for his amateur boxing debut.This is the second podcast episode we recorded together. I have not yet released the first episode due to things deteriorating at Apollo Camp in Thailand shortly after his visit, however, I will be releasing that episode as a type of prelude to this recording.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Tiffany Watson, Owner of Dr. Tiff's Fuel. Sweat. Science, about the often-overlooked connection between health, ambition, and sustainable success. Dr. Watson shares practical tips for finding balance in a world that glorifies hustle, and reminds us that if we're not careful, career growth can come at the cost of our well-being. From fueling your body with the right nutrition to making sleep a non-negotiable, this conversation is your reminder that peak performance starts with taking care of yourself - mind, body, and rest. Dr. Watson is an experienced Performance Coach and entrepreneur with a demonstrated history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry. Skilled in prevention, employee wellness, nutrition, training, and exercise physiology. Dr. Watson is a Performance Nutrition Director at MPOWER Performance Institute. Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe, hit like, and leave a comment—we'd love to hear your thoughts!   MORE ABOUT DR. TIFFANY WATSON: LinkedIn: Dr. Tiffany Watson Website: Work With Tiff Limited time Free consultation call Instagram: Work With Dr. Tiff Sign up for Dr. Tiff's Newsletter ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

If you're constantly running on empty, pushing through stress, or telling yourself you'll “catch up on sleep later”—this episode is for you. This week, Ren Akinci is joined by Ahna de Vena, a Sleep and Performance Specialist who has spent over 20 years helping high-performing leaders and teams rethink their relationship with rest. We explore […]

ames Sharman, Jimmy Brennan, Amy Walsh and Dan Wong, along with JC, welcome Former Toronto FC Manager Ryan Nelsen to the pod. Ryan fills us in on his new role with FIFA Development, his path to Toronto and what went wrong with Jermain Defoe and the "Bloody Big Deal'?GET IN!Presenters: James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan, Amy Walsh & Dan WongSwedish Hot Dog : Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Podcast Description:In this episode, we're joined by Mandi Garcia, a Clinical Nutritionist, Master Health Coach, and Performance Specialist with over 20 years of experience in the allied health industry. Mandi's passion for nutrition began with a deeply personal journey—her dog's lymphoma diagnosis—which ignited her dedication to holistic eating and sparked a profound connection between food, health, and agriculture.Mandi shares her expertise in tying nutrition to sustainable agriculture, diving into the concept of farm-to-table nutrition and its impact on our health. We explore the benefits of locally-sourced and seasonal foods, from their superior nutrient density to the role of soil health in creating more nutrient-rich crops. Learn why freshness matters, how reduced transportation time enhances flavor and quality, and why seasonal eating can optimize your overall well-being.Mandi also provides practical tips for incorporating local foods into your diet, from finding fresh produce at farmers markets and CSAs to crafting simple, nutrient-packed recipes. Whether you're curious about nutrient retention, soil health, or meal prepping with local ingredients, this episode will inspire you to make informed food choices that support your health, local farmers, and the environment.Tune in to discover how embracing farm-to-table practices can transform the way you eat, live, and connect with your community!Learn more at: Wellness | Freedom Health and Well-BeingAdditional resources mentioned: SNAP-ed Connection - Seasonal Produce GuideFoundation for Fresh ProduceFresh From FloridaMandi's "Chicken in a Pot" recipeSupport the showWe hope you enjoyed the episode! Please help us continue to produce more valuable content by subscribing to our Fresh Take Podcast Series! Subscribe here SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY- Learn more about the many benefits of becoming a Sponsor of Florida Organic Growers! Your contribution will not only help to advance an organic and sustainable future but gain brand awareness through our growing audience. If you are interested, click here

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Send us a textThank you to those who have reached out to check in!This update explains:Why I walked away from the gym I helped buildThe initial steps I took to pivot rapidlyHow things have played outThe projects I'm working on  Short term planLong term plan***If you want earlybird access to any of the training programs mentioned in this video send me an email at info@coachedbykobes.comShaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#modulartrainingsystem Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

Whether we like what's happening in the industry or not, we have to learn how to embrace change. Turbulent and uncertain times aren't as difficult if we can adapt quickly. It allows us to get into movement and momentum a lot quicker and that sets us up for success.  When it comes to embracing change, there's one formula that can guide us. Intention + mechanism = results. If we're not happy with the results we currently have, we can reverse engineer the process to figure out what intention led to it or what mechanism (or lack thereof) led to the outcome. We can talk about doing great things all day long, but time and results have a way of proving who had the right intentions and who was doing all the right things.  In order to get this formula to work in our favor, we have to get really comfortable with critiquing ourselves - not out of blame but out of responsibility. If we're living in a place of constructive self-critique, reflection and asking ourselves the right questions, turbulent times can create massive opportunity.  How do we give ourselves feedback without beating ourselves up? How do you show up 100% when you set an intention?  Speaker, coach and author, Ronnie Doss returns to talk about his new book Colossal Considerations and the formula for success.  Use your past as a university, not a home. Treat it like a tent - don't build a temple there. -Ronnie Doss  How to create momentum  You can't get momentum without movement, and you can't get movement without a positive intentional mindset.  Time reveals the truth about your intentions  Time always has a way of separating who was truly committed from who was just talking and posing. Don't commit for compliance's sake A lot of people use compliance as a way to blame someone else when they don't end up getting the result they want.  The power of self-critique If we're trying to move forward, professionally or personally, we have to search our own hearts, check if we're giving our best, and self-reflect to figure out what we need to do.  How to inspire in uncertain times  In times of great turbulence, tension or uncertainty, we have an opportunity to make a contribution that inspires people, lifts them up and makes their lives better. Guest Info Ronnie is a speaker, coach, author of Colossal Considerations: 101 Thought-Provoking Insights To Move Your Life Forward, and America's #1 Teamwork and Performance Specialist. Ronnie trained for 5 years in the realm of human behavior and personal development. His understanding of why people think, feel and behave gives him phenomenal insights into what may be holding an individual back. Ronnie believes the key to building successful organizations begins with building empowered individuals. Over the past decade, Ronnie has led leadership training in countries around the world including Australia, New Zealand, and the Netherlands. To buy a copy of Colossal Considerations go to https://a.co/d/88AbDW1. If you're interested in Ronnie's Tribe mastermind, send an email to Tribe RonnieDoss@me.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CTA ​​Please leave us a review at https://ratethispodcast.com/nla

First, I need ya'll to subscribe to the Email Newsletter: Early Access, Podcast Updates, tip & tricks, dadvice, dadhacks and more. https://ballboyblog.us21.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6b5ca9545206dd817640157b0&id=143f375068 Summary: In this episode of the Young Dad podcast, host Jey interviews Dr. Anthony Harrell, a physical therapist and personal trainer. They discuss Dr. Harrell's background and his transition from traditional physical therapy to an entrepreneurial journey focused on mental and men's health. They also explore the importance of prevention for men's health, particularly as they enter their 30s and beyond. Dr. Harrell emphasizes the significance of hydration and supplementation in maintaining overall wellness. The conversation highlights the need for men to prioritize their health and offers practical tips for starting the journey to better health. In this conversation, Anthony and Jey discuss various aspects of health and wellness for men. They emphasize the importance of diet and supplementation, getting regular blood work done, making time for exercise and sleep, managing stress and mental health, incorporating physical activity into daily life, the importance of movement and joint health, resistance training, and taking care of oneself first. Takeaways Diet and supplementation play a crucial role in overall health and well-being. Regular blood work can provide valuable insights into one's health and help identify any deficiencies or imbalances. Making time for exercise and sleep is essential for maintaining physical and mental health. Managing stress and prioritizing mental health is crucial for overall well-being. Incorporating physical activity into daily life, such as walking or playing with children, can have significant health benefits. Maintaining joint health and mobility is important for overall physical function. Resistance training and stress management are key components of a healthy lifestyle. Taking care of oneself first is essential for being able to care for others effectively. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:08 Transition to Sports Therapy 06:45 The Story Within the Story 12:31 The Importance of Prevention for Men's Health 19:44 The Role of Hydration and Supplementation 22:38 The Importance of Diet and Supplementation 24:01 Getting Regular Blood Work Done 26:16 Making Time for Exercise and Sleep 27:18 Managing Stress and Mental Health 29:32 Incorporating Physical Activity into Daily Life 33:48 The Importance of Movement and Joint Health 36:01 Resistance Training and Stress Management 42:44 Taking Care of Yourself First Find more of Dr. Anthony Harrell https://www.instagram.com/hspstrengthperformance/ https://www.dranthonyharrell.com/ Find all the deals, specials, promos and partners of Young Dad Podcast on our Link.Tree- https://linktr.ee/ballboyblog --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youngdadpod/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youngdadpod/support

Steve Tashjian is the Founder of Elevation Project, which collaborates with elite organizations, communities, and institutions to build high-performance teams and systems. Steve is an expert physical therapist, sports scientist, movement specialist, and director of high performance. He was the High Performance Director of the Columbus Crew of MLS before becoming the first full-time American performance specialist in the English Premier League, leading the Sport Science efforts for Everton Football Club. He led the high performance department for U.S. Men's Soccer Team for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, and has prepared triathletes for the Kona Ironman, boxers for world title fights, supported Matt Fitzpatrick for the 2023 PGA Championship and US Open, and just announced a consultancy with AC Milan of the Italian Serie A. Beyond sport, he has coached executive VPs at Stanley 1913, performance directors at the Phoenix Suns, helped the Colorado Rapids (MLS) develop organizational identity. Today we discuss his sporting journey, his work under high level coaches such as David Moyes and Greg Berhalter, as well as the importance of trust, collaboration, and much more. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn here REGISTRATION FOR THE 2024 WAY OF CHAMPIONS CONFERENCE IS OPEN! Save $100 if you sign up prior to June 30, and save 50% per person for groups of five or more. We are headed back to Denver, CO August 9-11 at Colorado Academy. Our hotel blocks do fill up, so join Jerry, John and a panel of soon to be named all star guest speakers for the coaching event of the summer! Click here to register and learn more.  PUT IN YOUR BULK BOOK ORDERS FOR OUR BESTSELLING BOOKS!: Programs such as UNC soccer and lacrosse, Syracuse lacrosse, Stanford Lacrosse, Middlebury College, Colby College, Rutgers University, and many other champions are using THE CHAMPION TEAMMATE book with their athletes. Schools and clubs are using EVERY MOMENT MATTERS for staff development and book clubs. Are you?  We have been fulfilling numerous bulk orders for some of the top high school and collegiate sports programs in the country, will your team be next?  Please click here and grab yourself a copy of The Champion Teammate today.   Please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com if you want discounted pricing on 10 or more books on any of our books. Thanks everyone. This week's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Sprocket Sports.  Sprocket Sports is a new software platform for youth sports clubs.  There are a lot of these systems out there, but Sprocket provides the full enchilada. They give you all the cool front-end stuff to make your club look good– like websites and marketing tools – AND all the back-end transactions and services to run your business better so you can focus on what really matters – your players and your teams.  Sprocket is built for those clubs looking to thrive, not just survive, in the competitive world of youth sports clubs.  So if you've been looking for a true business partner – not just another app – check them out today at https://sprocketsports.me/CTG. Become a Podcast Champion! This weeks podcast is also sponsored by our Patreon Podcast Champions. Help Support the Podcast and get FREE access to our most popular online courses, a $300 value. If you love the podcast, we would love for you to become a Podcast Champion, (https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions) for as little as a cup of coffee per month (OK, its a Venti Mocha), to help us up the ante and provide even better interviews, better sound, and an overall enhanced experience. Plus, as a $10 per month Podcast Super-Champion, you will have access to never before released and bonus material, including: Downloadable transcripts of our best podcasts, so you don't have to crash your car trying to take notes! A code to get free access to our online course called “Coaching Mastery,” usually a $97 course, plus four other courses worth over $100, all yours for free for becoming a patron. Other special bonus opportunities that come up time to time Access to an online community of coaches like you who are dedicated listeners of the podcast, and will be able to answer your questions and share their coaching experiences