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What does it mean to truly matter, and how can focusing on this concept transform your performance and fulfillment? In this powerful episode of the Mental Training Lab, I sit down with professional mountain biker and positive psychology expert Sonya Looney to explore how she transformed from being driven by external validation to finding deeper purpose and joy in her career.Sonya shares profound insights on why intrinsic motivation often outperforms extrinsic goals, how recognizing your strengths can reduce perfectionism, and why focusing on the impact you have on others is more meaningful than any trophy or accolade. We dive into practical strategies for enhancing "mattering," utilizing character strengths, and savoring achievements to build resilience and lasting success.Whether you're an athlete struggling with self-criticism, a coach aiming to foster deeper motivation in your team, or anyone seeking greater fulfillment and impact in your life, this conversation offers transformative tools and insights to help you thrive.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn more about The Mental Training LabConnect with Pete on Instagram | LinkedIn | WebsiteSubscribe to the podcast on Apple | Spotify This show is produced and edited by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.

Today's episode features an episode of the Meaningful Work Matters podcast hosted by Andrew Soren. Beyond Perfect Performance: Lessons from Sonya LooneyIn this episode of Meaningful Work Matters, host Andrew Soren explores the intricate relationship between perfectionism and meaningful work with Sonya Looney, a unique voice at the intersection of elite performance and well-being. As a World Champion mountain biker with two decades of endurance racing experience, NBC-HWC-certified mental performance coach, and researcher, Looney brings both scientific rigor and lived experience to the conversation. Her unique combination of athletic achievement, coaching expertise, and interdisciplinary education allows her to offer distinctive insights into resilience, healthy striving, and the complex dynamics of perfectionism in high-performance settings.--------------The Grow the Good Podcast is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

Join me, Sonya Looney, in our first moving meditation of 2025. Today's journey is about harnessing patience and acceptance amidst life's unavoidable interruptions. I'm back on the bike after my longest training break, so it feels more relevant than ever to highlight the importance of emotional regulation, the power of naming our emotions, and the crucial role of acceptance in building resilience.As we ride together, I'll guide you through mindfulness practices to help manage discomfort - both physical and emotional - and reinforce the value of optimism and social support. Whether you're sidelined by illness, facing personal setbacks, or just feeling overwhelmed, this meditation is a reminder to embrace the present, accept your circumstances, and find strength in your experiences.Here's what we'll do:1. Embrace patience and let go of control.2. Practice acceptance and emotional regulation.3. Zoom out and find broader context.4. Leverage your inner strength.5. Focus on the present moment.Check out other moving meditations:- Grounding in Nature- Daily Meditation in Motion- A Moving Meditation to Combat Self-Criticism--------------The Grow the Good Podcast is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

Join me, Sonya Looney, in our first moving meditation of 2025. Today's journey is about harnessing patience and acceptance amidst life's unavoidable interruptions. I'm back on the bike after my longest training break, so it feels more relevant than ever to highlight the importance of emotional regulation, the power of naming our emotions, and the crucial role of acceptance in building resilience.As we ride together, I'll guide you through mindfulness practices to help manage discomfort—both physical and emotional—and reinforce the value of optimism and social support. Whether you're sidelined by illness, facing personal setbacks, or just feeling overwhelmed, this meditation is a reminder to embrace the present, accept your circumstances, and find strength in your experiences. Here's what we'll do:1. Embrace patience and let go of control.2. Practice acceptance and emotional regulation. 3. Zoom out and find broader context.4. Leverage your inner strength.5. Focus on the present moment.Check out other moving meditations:- Grounding in Nature- Daily Meditation in Motion- A Moving Meditation to Combat Self-Criticism--------------The Grow the Good Podcast is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

This week we are sharing an episode of the Wise Effort Show with Dr. Diana Hill featuring Sonya! ---------- In this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist, discusses the challenges of perfectionism and how to practice wise effort at work with Sonya Looney, a world-champion mountain biker They explore the intersection of high performance and well-being, ways to transform perfectionism into social contribution, and the importance of support during personal and professional transitions.  Listen and Learn Ways to handle crossroads at work Interactions between perfectionism and social contribution The power of impacting just one person How to evaluate success based on how you define success Listen as Diana and Sonya share personal experiences and practical insights to help listeners loosen their grip on perfectionism and focus on meaningful contributions. About Sonya Looney I'm interested in the integration of high performance and well-being through positive psychology, contemplative practices, and sport.  I've been able to explore topics like grit, mindset, self-worth, purpose, success, happiness, and healthy striving through my life journeys of becoming mountain bike World Champion, racing internationally, my Master's in Applied Positive Psychology (in progress), getting my Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, moving to a new country, having children, and continuing to carve my own path in my business.  I'm motivated by curiosity, love of learning, gratitude, and helping others. Recommended Next Episode Episode 61: How to Use Wise Effort to Pursue Big Goals, Know When to Quit, and Make New Friends with Sonya Looney  Related Resources Sonya Looney's website Order Diana's new book: The Self-Compassion Daily Journal Subscribe to Diana's free Wise Effort newsletter Become a Wise Effort member to support the show. On-Demand Course: Unleashing the Power of Process-Based Therapy with Joseph Ciarrochi, Diana Hill and Steven Hayes Want to learn more about ACT? Take Diana's on-demand course Foundations of ACT Diana's Events Are you curious about what it's like to go on retreat with Diana at Blue Spirit Costa Rica 2025? Learn more… Learn from Diana at an upcoming event Connect With Diana Thank you for listening to Wise Effort with Dr. Diana Hill! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts.  Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show. Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter. Become a Wise Effort member to support the show. Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana's website. Leave feedback for the show.

In this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist, discusses the challenges of perfectionism and how to practice wise effort at work with Sonya Looney, a world-champion mountain biker. They explore the intersection of high performance and well-being, ways to transform perfectionism into social contribution, and the importance of support during personal and professional transitions. Listen and LearnWays to handle crossroads at workInteractions between perfectionism and social contributionThe power of impacting just one personHow to evaluate success based on how you define successListen as Diana and Sonya share personal experiences and practical insights to help listeners loosen their grip on perfectionism and focus on meaningful contributions.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeWant to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT."Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2025!See Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana's website.Leave feedback for the showThanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music.We can put our energy where it matters most and savor the good along the way.Mentioned in this episode:Join Me for a Wise Effort Retreat at Blue Spirit, Costa RicaDr. Diana Hill invites viewers to join a retreat at Blue Spirit, Costa Rica from April 12th to 19th, 2025. The retreat offers an opportunity for deep...

Join Travis and an incredible crew for an inspiring and educational conversation about the Vapor Trail 125, an epic mountain bike race in the Salida, Colorado area that climbs some 18,000 vertical feet at high altitude in the Rocky Mountains (www.vaportrail125.com).Jeff Kerkove is a legendary endurance mountain biker on Team Topeak Ergon presented by Canyon with extensive experience (and significant results) in races all over the world, including more than 10 Vapor Trail 125 rides.Mike Franco is an experienced endurance mountain biker and Race Director for Vapor Trail 125.Shawn Gillis founded Absolute Bikes in Salida, Colorado and started the Vapor Trail 125 event in 2005; he has finished most events you can think of, including more than 25 Leadville 100 Mountain Bike Races.  His son, Camden, is a recent graduate of Colorado School of Mines who is competing this summer in the Lead Challenge and Vapor Trail 125.Sonya Looney (www.sonyalooney.com) is a professional mountain biker, podcast host, coach, speaker, and previous winner of Vapor Trail 125.Put your chamoises on, folks, because this one might require some cushion for the pushin'!Related Episodes:Dave WeinsRebecca RuschMike KloserSonya LooneyKait Boyle- - - - - - - - - - -PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING TRAVIS AND MACE AS THEY RAISE FUNDS FOR ORGAN DONATION- - - - - - - - - - -A big thanks to our sponsors:RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Go to www.neuroreserve.com/travismacy and code TRAVISMACY for 15% off RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Core Dietary Nutrients for Lifelong Brain HealthHagan Ski Mountaineering- - - - - - - - - - -Purchase A Mile at A Time: A Father and Son's Inspiring Alzheimer's Journey of Love, Adventure, and HopeSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | Website | YouTubeThe show is Produced and Edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

When Daniel Troia set off on a cross country bike tour across the United States, he had packed light. In fact, he traversed 7,000 miles with no money, and no food. He joined Sonya Looney to share stories of long-distance bike touring, the transformative power of human connection, and the profound lessons he's learned along the way. Daniel details his decision to bike unsupported across the United States with no provisions, relying entirely on the kindness of strangers. He chronicled his experience in his latest film, "We Are All In This Together," which is now streaming. Creating a documentary film about his journey helped him process the experience and find deeper meaning. Through Daniel's lens, listeners gain insights into the power of curiosity, resilience, and empathy. Prepare to be inspired to embrace life's challenges with courage and compassion. Here are a few key takeaways: - Long-distance bike touring can foster personal growth through new experiences that build resilience, curiosity, and a willingness to embrace discomfort. - Acts of kindness from strangers, even small gestures, can profoundly impact those in need and make a positive difference in challenging times. - Documenting and creatively processing difficult life experiences through storytelling can aid in finding meaning and acceptance. -  Living with uncertainty and vulnerability can cultivate empathy, compassion, and appreciation for community. - Having even just one person who believes in you can provide motivation to persevere in the face of doubts and adversity. LINKS: - Daniel's film We Are All In This Together - Follow Daniel to watch his stories - Living with Gratitude with Adventurer Ryan van Duzer - Listen to stories about bikepacking with Jerry Kopak  

John J. Ratey, MD, is an Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and an internationally recognized expert in Neuropsychiatry. He has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles, and 12 books published in over 20 languages, including the groundbreaking ADHD “Driven to Distraction” series with Ned Hallowell, MD. With the publication of his bestseller, "Spark:The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain", (2013) Dr. Ratey established himself as one of the world's foremost authorities on the brain-fitness connection in areas such as ADD, Autism, and Aging and Cognition.Co-host Sonya Looney is a World Champion mountain biker, podcast host, speaker, writer, and health & performance coach.Learn more about Dr. Ratey on his website.  And be sure to check out Sonya on her website as well! Related Episodes: Ep. 89 - Dr. Stacy SimsEp. 92 - Sonya LooneyEp. 110 - Sonya Looney and Dr. Edward ParkEp. 112 - Sonya Looney and Travis- - - - - - - - - - -PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING TRAVIS AND MACE AS THEY RAISE FUNDS FOR ORGAN DONATION- - - - - - - - - - -A big thanks to our sponsors:Roark: Check out the Spring ‘24 Collection: Road to Somewhere at www.roark.com (listen to podcast for 15% off discount code!)RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Go to www.neuroreserve.com/travismacy and code TRAVISMACY for 15% off RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Core Dietary Nutrients for Lifelong Brain HealthHagan Ski Mountaineering- - - - - - - - - - -Purchase A Mile at A Time: A Father and Son's Inspiring Alzheimer's Journey of Love, Adventure, and HopeSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | Website | YouTubeThe show is Produced and Edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

We hear from Fast Talk all-star guests like Dr. Stephen Seiler, Frank Overton, and Sonya Looney about their favorite workouts and compare how they fit into different training styles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five years after the Alzheimer's diagnosis, Travis reflects on the question, “How's Mace?”Mace's StravaRelated episodes:Ep.134 - Dr. Mark RoithmayrEp. 110 - Sonya Looney and Edward Park, PhD.Ep. 104 - A Mile At A TimeEp. 95 - Leadville Trail 100Ep. 11 - Team Stray DogsEp. 4 - Team EndureThanks to our sponsors:NeuroReserveUse code TRAVISMACY for 15% off RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Core Dietary Nutrients for Lifelong Brain HealthHagan Ski Mountaineering- - - - - - - - - - -Purchase A Mile at A Time: A Father and Son's Inspiring Alzheimer's Journey of Love, Adventure, and HopeSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | Website | YouTubeThe show is Produced and Edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

Chaffee County, Colorado's Andrea Wilson is a dynamic outdoorswoman and podcaster.  Host of the Just Riding Along Podcast and the Antlerless Podcast, she's also an avid hunter and cyclist.Join Travis and Andrea for a fun, unique, and educational conversation recorded in Salida's own Absolute Bikes.Cheers to a FANTASTIC 2024!  Let's do this!Just Riding Along Podcast | Instagram Andrea Wilson Instagram Past Episodes: Ep. 20 - Greg and Denise McHaleEp. 47 - Cody RichEp. 107 Ep. 112 - Sonya Looney 

Yael Schonbrun, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist, an assistant professor at Brown University, former co-host of the podcast Psychologists Off the Clock, and a mother of three. Her academic research revolves around the intersection of relationship problems and mental health conditions.  Her unique approach blends ancient Eastern philosophy with scientifically backed practices, helping individuals and couples manage work, parenting, and marriage more effectively.  Yael's highly-recommended book is WORK, PARENT, THRIVE.Sonya Looney is a coach, athlete, writer, mom, and podcaster. Sonya's results as a professional mountain biker include wins at the 24-Hour World Championship, 24-Hour National Championship, Breck Epic Stage Race, Yak Attack Stage Race, Brasil Ride Stage Race, and many more.  Her excellent podcast is The Sonya Looney Show, and she's working hard on a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania.YAEL'S KEY RELATIONSHIP TAKEAWAYS:Manage Expectations: Learn to appreciate the limits of what one person can provide.Effective Communication: Open, honest, and empathetic communication is the cornerstone of healthy relationships.Reaching Toward Acceptance: Find out why Yael believes “acceptance paves the way for change”Overcoming Overwhelm: How to identify what truly matters and do less to reduce stress in your life and relationships.How to Prioritize Love: Can personal growth and self-improvement strategies change the way we exist in relationships?Yael Schonbrun Website Buy Work, Parent, ThriveSonya Looney Website Check out these other episodes:Ep. 110 Sonya Looney and Edward ParkEp. 112 Sonya Looney and Travis Ep. 119 Sonya Looney and Kara Goucher Thanks to our sponsors:The Feed Instagram | WebsiteNeuroReserveUse code TRAVISMACY for 15% off RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Core Dietary Nutrients for Lifelong Brain Health- - - - - - - - - - -Purchase A Mile at A Time: A Father and Son's Inspiring Alzheimer's Journey of Love, Adventure, and HopeSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | Website | YouTubeThe show is Produced and Edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We talked with Sonya Looney about how the positive psychology concepts of flow states, flourishing, and grit are essential for athletes to both perform their best and enjoy their sport.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a true pleasure to discover the work and passion of Sonya Looney; her enthusiasm, laughs, and insights are contagious!There are many golden nuggets in this conversation about skillfully managing comparison thoughts, rumination, self-doubt, shame, values-based strategies, and much more. Key TakeawaysThe mindset of an athleteThe upsides and downsides of over-preparing and over-workingHow to skillfully manage unpredictabilityAcceptance of emotionsHow to deal with a strong attachment to goals or winningDefusion: thought - labelingGoodhart's lawHow to manage physical fatigue using acceptance & defusion skillsHow to go back to your values when your mind gets noisyHow to manage comparison thoughtsABC of resilience(*) Receive weekly science-based, compassionate, and actionable skills to stop ineffective playing-it-safe: subscribe to the Playing-it-safe Newsletter: https://www.thisisdoctorz.com/playing-it-safe-newsletter/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Diana's cleaning out her episode closet and sharing the best nuggets of wisdom from her favorite guests. Tune in to learn creative ways to apply principles of curiosity, flexibility, and wise action to your nervous system, your relationships, and beyond.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeSubscribe to my free Wise Effort newsletter.Become a MORE Life in Process member to support the show.Find out what kind of Striver you are and get your free Skillful Striving ToolkitWant to learn more about ACT? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT"Diana's EventsSign up for Wise Effort Together (Diana's online gathering October 20-22, 2023) Get on the early bird list for Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2024See Diana at an upcoming eventFor Members: On-demand access to Diana's ongoing Friday "A Meditation in Process" is included with your sustained membership!Connecting With DianaThank you for listening to Your Life in Process! Subscribe to the podcast for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts. Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana's website.Leave feedback for the show or a voicemail at ‪(805) 457-2776Thank you to the team Craig, Ashley Hiatt, and Yoko Nguyen. Thank you to Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music.Remember when you become psychologically flexible, you become free.

What does true health mean to you? Over a decade ago, my journey towards a plant-based lifestyle was driven by a desire for vitality, not just performance. The documentary 'Forks Over Knives' opened my eyes to the profound impact of our dietary choices on longevity and overall well-being. Today, I'm stronger and more energized than ever before, and I'm passionate about sparking conversations that reveal the incredible potential of plant-based living. I sat down with Maxime Sigouin, master health coach, dedicated philanthropist, and the visionary founder behind multiple successful plant-based fitness coaching businesses. Maxime's mission is crystal clear: empowering 10,000 vegans to achieve their best selves through the transformative power of whole food, plant-based diets. Maxime shared his journey transitioning from bodybuilding to becoming a plant-based fitness guru and talked about busting common myths and misconceptions. But this episode is not just about optimizing health; it's about thriving in all aspects of life. Key Takeaways from our Conversation: Understanding the profound impact of plant-based living on health Addressing and dispelling prevalent myths Practical tips and strategies for embracing a sustainable plant-based lifestyle Streamlining wellness through deep work, meal preparation, and delegation Entrepreneurial insights and helping others achieve their health and fitness goals Nurturing a healthy money mindset and cultivating a positive relationship with wealth Maxime's personal favorite vegan protein sources  If our discussion resonates with you, I encourage you to subscribe and leave a review on your preferred podcast platform. Share this episode with your network—friends and family who are curious about plant-based living or seeking positive changes in their health journey.  Let's unlock the potential of plant power together and pave the way for a healthier, more vibrant future! Links Watch the documentary: Forks Over Knives Check out Maxime's Coaching Services Interested in more recipes? Check out Plant Based on a Budget Sign up for my weekly newsletter! Want more? Listen to this episode about the plant-based athlete with Robert Cheeke

Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! Today I'm joined by Sonya Looney. Sonya is a world champion and professional mountain bike racer, health and performance coach, plant-based athlete, keynote speaker and podcast host!In This Episode, We Cover: [00:00-05:05] Intro - Meet Sonya! This Is How She Started Running Marathons And The Many Reasons She Switched To A Plant-Based Diet![05:06-13:04] What's Really Like Transitioning To A Plant-Based Diet When You're A Professional World Champion Mountain Biker While Traveling The World![13:05-19:48] Becoming Vegan During Pregnancy! Sonya Shares Her Story With All The Benefits That Came From Her Transition + Book Recommendations! [19:49-27:28] Sonya's Performance Coaching Story! Coaching Professional Athletes Vs Non-Athletes - The Mindset Component![27:29-37:48] The Mindset You Need To Succeed![37:49-51:52] Sonya's Advice To Level Up Your Performance! - Closing Statements!Keynotes:“I've noticed that people will always give a little bit more sh*t to the moms that are eating plant-based during pregnancy. But on the flip side, if you see a mom that is eating at McDonald's and Burger King's and kind of eating all these foods, no one's ever gonna say anything!” -Maxime“You can control your actions, you can control your attitude, and you can set goals around those things. And that's regardless of an outcome or what somebody else does. And looking at training and building consistency when it comes to racing or just any workouts in general. ” -SonyaMy name is Maxime Sigouin; I am the founder of Fit Vegan Coaching and the Fit Vegan Blueprint program's creator. Where I help vegans get lean, toned, thrive, and become their best selves on a whole foods plant-based lifestyle. If you found this content valuable, here are 4 more ways for me to help you become a Fit Vegan: 1 - Book your FREE Vegan Strategy Call with our Fit Vegan TeamThe other link was to book your Free Coaching Call. It was a tiny url that we no longer use. It was updated to our https://fitvegan.ca/2- Get your FREE Fit Vegan Meal Plan Blueprint to help you create your own Fit Vegan meal plan https://www.fitvegan.ca/fitvegan-mealplan-builder 3- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maximes_official/ 4- Join our FREE Fit Vegan Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefitvegancommunity 5- Fit Vegan Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/fitvegan Leave us a 5 Star review if you enjoyed this episode so that I can bring in more influential people and add more value to the Fit Vegan Community.Sonya's social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonyalooney/Website: https://sonyalooney.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-sonya-looney-show/id1233067098Books she mentioned during the podcast: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Complete-Vegan-Pregnancy-All/dp/1507210191

In this episode, Dr. Matt sits down with Professional Mountain Biker, Podcast Host, and Mental Performance Coach - Sonya Looney to discuss how to break down mental barriers and move towards the things we want to achieve. Follow Sonya:Instagram: @sonyalooneySonya's Podcast: The Sonya Looney ShowSonya's Website: www.sonyalooney.comFollow EverAthlete For More:Instagram: www.instagram.com/everathlete/channel/?hl=enOnline Training Programs: www.everathlete.fit

Would you like a look into mindset, performance and getting into a flow state from a World Champion Mountain Biker?  On this episode of the Live Greatly podcast Kristel Bauer sits down with Sonya Looney, who is an outdoor adventure athlete and American Pro Mountain Biker.  Kristel and Sonya talk about goal setting, navigating discomfort, the importance of picking just manageable challenges and much more! Tune in now! Key Takeaways from This Episode: How Sonya got into mountain biking How Sonya navigates being a mom to 2 young kids along with work How Sonya uses intentional imbalance Tips for navigating transitions from work time to family time The importance of values and expressing them in different domains A look into mindset and resiliency What helps Sonya when she feels discouraged in her long distance mountain bike races How to deal with discomfort Tips for getting into a flow state The importance of picking just manageable challenges A look into Sonya's coaching business Tips for building courage What is the sunk cost falacy ABOUT Sonya Looney: Sonya is an outdoor adventure athlete and American Pro Mountain Biker. She's raced her mountain bike across the world in 25+ countries at the hardest endurance races in places like the sweltering dunes of the Sahara Desert, rugged Himalayas of Nepal, tropical jungles in Asia, steppes of Mongolia, and mountain ranges in Poland. She even became a World Champion in 2015. Her passion is taking on the hardest and/or longest races in the world because it enables her to learn more about herself and life so that she can help others. Sonya is interested in the integration of high performance and well-being through psychology, contemplative practices, and sport.  She has been able to explore topics like grit, mindset, self-worth, purpose, success, happiness, and healthy striving through her life journeys of becoming mountain bike World Champion, racing internationally, getting her Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, moving to a new country, having children, and continuing to carve her own path in my business.  She is currently a Professional Athlete, Podcast Host, National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Mental Performance Coach, Writer, Keynote Speaker, and student of life!  Sonya is also currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. Website: https://sonyalooney.com/  LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyalooney/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fsonyalooney  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonyalooney/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/looneysonya  Sonya's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4hgQ6XpfaSkFoW520rNnH7  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert, popular keynote and TEDx speaker, and the host of top-rated podcast, “Live Greatly,” a show frequently ranked in the top 1% for self-improvement. Kristel is an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant with clinical experience in Integrative Psychiatry, giving her a unique perspective into optimizing mental well-being and attaining a mindset for more happiness and success in the workplace and beyond. Kristel decided to leave clinical practice in 2019 when she founded her wellness platform “Live Greatly” to share her message around well-being and success on a larger scale.  With a mission to support companies and individuals on their journeys for more happiness, success, and well-being, Kristel taps into her unique background in healthcare, business, and media, to provide invaluable insights into high power habits, leadership development, mental well-being, peak performance, resilience, sales, success, wellness at work, and a modern approach to work/life balance. Kristel is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. A popular speaker on a variety of topics, Kristel has presented to groups at APMP, Bank of America, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. She has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine, has contributed to CEOWORLD Magazine & Real Leaders Magazine, and has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Chicago area with her husband and their 2 children.  She can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. You can learn more at https://www.livegreatly.co/  To Book Kristel Bauer as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

Kara Goucher is a long-distance runner, Olympian, author, and mother. Her journey has taught her the power of self-belief paired with the support of others. In her new book, "The Longest Race," and through her advocacy for women's rights, she encourages us all to rise above doubt and pressure to become our most authentic selves.In this two part conversation, Kara, who has represented the USA at the Beijing and London Olympics and finished third at the Boston Marathon, joins co-hosts and fellow athletes Travis Macy and Sonya Looney to share stories from life and sport.In part two of this incredible conversation, Kara offers insights into battling imposter syndrome, the thrill of winning a medal, and how to embrace autonomy and joy in running while holding the weight of expectations. Plus, Kara shares advice for parents navigating disordered eating and body image with young athletes.You can find part one of the conversation on the Sonya Looney Show, where Kara  discusses challenges in pregnancy and athletics, how she has persevered and now advocates for women's rights in the male-dominated world of sports, and offers opportunities for men to join the conversation.The Sonya Looney Show is a podcast about how to live a high performance life. Sonya interviews the world's experts talking about mindset, plant-based nutrition, and inspiring stories to help you be better every day. You can find it on your favorite podcast platform. Kara Goucher InstagramBuy Kara's book "The Longest Race"Sonya Looney Instagram | Podcast| Website Travis Macy Instagram | Website Thanks to our sponsors:NeuroReserve: www.neuroreserve.com/travismacy | Use code TRAVISMACY for 15% off RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Core Dietary Nutrients for Lifelong Brain HealthThe Feed Instagram | Website- - - - - - - - - - -If you like this podcast, please consider our book, A Mile at A Time: A Father and Son's Inspiring Alzheimer's Journey of Love, Adventure, and Hope*30% off with discount code MACESubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | Website | YouTubeThe show is Produced and Edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Podcast survey form: https://forms.gle/dt5BoVNJMSM2oDoc8. If you haven't already filled the form, please Let me know your "likes", "dislikes", and everything in between so that we can make sure to serve you at the highest level possible. And, for your time, I'd love to buy you a cup of coffee/tea/Kombucha Guest: Sonya Looney Sonya Looney is an American professional racing cyclist. She competes in ultra-endurance, stage racing, 24-hour, and 100-mile mountain bike racing. She is a health and performance coach and a motivational speaker. She graduated from University of Colorado Boulder with a Master's Degree in Electrical engineering. She also hosts the podcast The Sonya Looney Show.this episode was recorded on  March 1st 2022. Connect with Nishant: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter

Sonya Looney is a coach, sponsored athlete, writer, mom, and podcaster. Sonya's results as a professional mountain biker include wins at the 24-Hour World Championship, 24-Hour National Championship, Breck Epic Stage Race, Yak Attack Stage Race, Brasil Ride Stage Race, and many more. Sonya's fantastic mindset course can be found here.  Her excellent podcast is The Sonya Looney Show.Please enjoy this unique, in-person conversation between Sonya and Travis recorded at the airport en route to a speaking event.Sonya Looney Instagram | Website | Podcast Ep. 92 - Sonya LooneyEp. 107 - Mountain Biking in SalidaEp. 110 - Sonya Looney and Edward Parkwww.neuroreserve.com/travismacy and code TRAVISMACY for 15% off RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Core Dietary Nutrients for Lifelong Brain HealthTravis Macy Instagram | WebsiteThe Feed Instagram | Website- - - - - - - - - - -If you like this podcast, please consider our book, A Mile at A Time: A Father and Son's Inspiring Alzheimer's Journey of Love, Adventure, and Hope*30% off with discount code MACESubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | Website | YouTubeThe show is Produced and Edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Sonya Looney is an American Pro Mountain Biker, Podcast Host, Health and Mental Performance Coach, Writer, Speaker, and mom. She's raced her mountain bike across the world in 25+ countries at the hardest endurance races in places like the Sahara Desert, Himalayas of Nepal, tropical jungles in Asia, steppes of Mongolia, and mountain ranges in Poland.  Sonya is also interested in the integration of high performance and well-being through psychology, contemplative practices, and sport. Sonya's Website Listen to The Sonya Looney Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're like Travis and you want to avoid developing Alzheimer's disease and other types of cognitive decline, listen closely in this educational and compelling conversation with two experts.Fresh off a big mountain biking win at the Pisgah Stage Race, Sonya Looney is a coach, sponsored athlete, writer, mom, and podcaster. Sonya's results as a professional mountain biker include wins at the 24-Hour World Championship, 24-Hour National Championship, Breck Epic Stage Race, Yak Attack Stage Race, Brasil Ride Stage Race, and many more. Sonya's fantastic mindset course is at https://moxy-grit.thinkific.com/courses/moxy-grit-mindset-academy. Her excellent podcast is The Sonya Looney Show.Edward S. Park, Ph.D., is the Founder and President of NeuroReserve. Ed has over 15 years of experience in the research and development (R&D) of biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, and nutritional therapeutics. Most importantly, his father struggled with Parkinson's disease and dementia for almost two decades before passing away. The impact this experience on his family, which is similar to the experiences faced by so many others today, is the motivation for NeuroReserve.Before NeuroReserve, Ed led development of nutrition-enabling therapeutics for people with severe under-nourishment caused by cystic fibrosis, short bowel syndrome, pancreatic cancer, and preterm birth. At Alcresta Therapeutics, he successfully directed the end-to-end R&D, testing, regulatory approval (U.S. F.D.A. and E.U.), and launch of RELiZORB, the first-of its-kind combination-enzyme-cartridge to support absorption of critical long-chain polyunsaturated fats for the most malnourished populations.Earlier, Ed worked with major pharmaceutical and health care companies as an R&D advisor with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Health Industries Advisory, charting development paths for vaccines, cancer therapeutics, clinical genomics operations, and in vitro diagnostics. Before PwC, Ed worked at Altus Pharmaceuticals (later Alnara Pharmaceuticals) in its commercial and development teams, where he led evaluation of early- and clinical-stage therapeutics for rare diseases, pediatric growth failure, hyperoxaluria and kidney stones, and chronic pancreatitis. Ed started his therapeutics career as an R&D associate at Bristol Myers Squibb.Ed holds a Ph.D. in chemical-biomolecular engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he was awarded a U.S. Department of Defense – National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship, sponsored by the Office of Naval Research. He also holds a M.S. and M.B.A. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.In This Episode: Sonya Looney  www.neuroreserve.com/travismacy and code TRAVISMACY for 15% off RELEVATE by NeuroReserve: Core Dietary Nutrients for Lifelong Brain HealthTravis Macy Instagram | WebsiteThe Feed Instagram | Website- - - - - - - - - - -If you like this podcast, please consider our book, A Mile at A Time: A Father and Son's Inspiring Alzheimer's Journey of Love, Adventure, and Hope*30% off with discount code MACE

Sonya Looney wears many impressive hats. She's a world-champion mountain bike racer, an international speaker and coach, a mom of two, and my new friend! In this episode, we talk about how to show up as working moms, the importance of balancing values and strengths, competition and collaboration, values-based eating, and strategies we've used in building our friendship. You are going to love this one!Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeBecome a MORE Life in Process member to support the show.Want a sample of what is included in your membership? Get Diana's free talk and guided meditation "Flow of compassion" (and a couple more listener-only gifts).Find out what kind of Striver you are and get your free Skillful Striving ToolkitWant to learn more about ACT? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT"Diana's EventsJoin Diana LIVE (in person or streaming) every Friday for "A Meditation In Process." Register through Yoga SoupGet on the early bird list for Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2024!Sign up for Diana's From Striving to Thriving Summit! See Diana at an upcoming eventFor Members: On-demand access to Diana's ongoing Friday "A Meditation in Process" is included with your sustained membership!Connecting With DianaThank you for listening to Your Life in Process! Subscribe to the podcast for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts. Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana's website.

Understanding your sources of motivation can be key to achieving your athletic potential, yet it's a topic that can also be surprisingly complex. We talk with mental performance expert Sonya Looney on how to find your motivation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vegans aren't as proficient in endurance sports, right?  [NOT.] Meet Sonya Looney.  She's a world champion pro mountain biker, certified health and performance coach, podcast host, and TEDx speaker. She was featured in the New York Times bestseller The Plant-Based Athlete by Matt Frazier and Robert Cheeke (check out episode 94 of #TheNoBSVegan with Robert, by the way).  Sonya has raced her mountain bike across the world in over 25 countries at the hardest endurance races, in places like the Sahara Desert, Himalayas of Nepal, tropical jungles in Asia, steppes of Mongolia, and mountain ranges in Poland. She became a World Champion in 2015. She tells us how, and much [much] more in this episode!

This week, Sonya and Hannah sat down to answer your questions. Sonya Looney is a professional mountain biker, Word Champion, 4x National Champion and has taken on and won the hardest endurance stage races and 100 milers around the world. She has her Master's of Science in Electrical Engineering, has completed pre-med coursework, and is a Certified Health Coach from Vanderbilt University's Department of Integrative Medicine. She also is a mental performance coach. Hannah Otto, professional mountain biker and gravel racer for co-title sponsors Pivot Cycles and DT Swiss. She has a degree in Athletic Training (healthcare) and Exercise Scientist, is a USA Cycling Coach and a Board Certified Athletic Trainer. Hannah was a 2020 Olympic Long Team Member and the 2022 Leadville Champion, and 4x National Champion. Key Takeaways: Motivating others and yourself Using curiosity Picking challenges What is your why? Setting realistic goals Training for climbs Power is just a metric Life lessons from professional mountain biking Gaining confidence to ride or run in the backcountry How privateering differs from a team

This is an episode for all women everywhere. If you are finding motherhood hard, this episode is for you. If you are finding it hard to mother yourself, this episode is for you. If you aren't sure motherhood is right for you, this episode is for you too.In this special compilation, we are featuring five rockstar guests who tell their stories of becoming moms.  Sonya Looney, professional mountain biker and entrepreneur, talks about shifting her perspective and finding out what's really important in life.Kikkan Randall, Olympic Gold Medalist in nordic skiing and cancer survivor, on how having a child made her more in love with her sport, changed her body, and allowed her to come back stronger than ever. Kimmy Fasani, pro snowboarder, entrepreneur, and cancer survivor, on the myths of motherhood and the realities of balancing work and family life.Belinda Baggs, environmental surf activist and ambassador for Patagonia, discusses sharing her passion with her son and what it was like to go from never wanting kids to becoming a mom. And Marissa Colclasure, first Officer Pilot, skydiver, and Wingwalker, talks about the power of doing something that sets your heart on fire while the kids are watching. This is an episode about self-discovery and self-actualization. I hope this compilation raises questions and provides support for you, wherever you are on your journey.Topics Include:- Finding clarity on the important things in life- Questioning the value of "achievements"- Deciding to have kids or not- Deciding when to have kids- How pregnancy affects our bodies- Myths of motherhood- The realities of balancing work and family life- Sharing your passions with your kids- And other topics... Resources Mentioned:Episode 87: Sonya LooneyEpisode 22: Kikkan RandallEpisode 55: Kimmy FasaniEpisode 8: Belinda Baggs Episode 36: Marissa ColclasureStay Connected:Drop Us A Message on PodInbox: https://podinbox.com/whenwomenflyEmail: hello@whenwomenfly.comWebsite: https://www.whenwomenfly.com/Socials: @whenwomenflySignup for AIR BORN, our monthly newsletter! A letter from Sylvia will show up in your inbox, with links to her latest conversations and insights.

Sonya Looney is a coach, sponsored athlete, writer, mom, and podcaster. Sonya's results as a professional mountain biker include wins at the 24-Hour World Championship, 24-Hour National Championship, Breck Epic Stage Race, Yak Attack Stage Race, Brasil Ride Stage Race, and many more. Sonya's fantastic mindset course is at https://moxy-grit.thinkific.com/courses/moxy-grit-mindset-academy. Her fantastic podcast is The Sonya Looney Show.Join Travis and Sonya for a compelling and dynamic conversation about a range of topics including: mental performance, mountain biking, parenting during the Pandemic, aging, plant-based eating, growth mindset, stage racing, adventure racing, Squamish, BC, and more.In This Episode: Sonya Looney Instagram | Website | Podcast OFFER: 20% OFF the entire InsideTracker storeDISCOUNT CODE: TRAVISMACYTravis Macy Instagram | WebsiteMark Macy on InstagramInjinji Discount SiteThe Feed Instagram | Website- - - - - - - - - - -If you like this podcast, please consider our book, A Mile at A Time: A Father and Son's Inspiring Alzheimer's Journey of Love, Adventure, and Hope*30% off with discount code MACESubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | Website | YouTubewww.AMileAtATimeBook.com

Join us for a conversation with Sonya Looney, world endurance champion, pro-mountain biker, plant-based athlete and mindset coach. ⁠⁠In this episode, Sonya Looney shares stories about her journey and experiences as a professional athlete and the way she frames her mindset to lead to her success today. We cover many topics such as having a growth mindset, self-belief, adapting to challenges, cognitive fatigue and mental resilience. ⁠

Sonya Looney is pushing the traditional notions of training for professional mountain bike racing during and after pregnancy while reinforcing patience and resilience in her clients as a health coach.  Despite her results as a pro, she describes herself as a normal person who has accomplished extraordinary things through hard work, self-belief, determination and willingness to fail. Dirk sits down with Sonya to talk about a wide range of topics from her start as an athlete, adjusting to motherhood and racing, unique training approaches and the rewards of coaching others. She's raced mountain bikes across the world in more than 25 countries at the hardest endurance races in places like the Sahara Desert, the Himalayas in Nepal, tropical jungles in Asia and the steppes of Mongolia. Her passion for taking on the most demanding and longest races in the world has enabled her to serve others through her coaching business and Moxie & Grit Mindset Academy.

How can our fears of failure and uncertainty hinder us in our daily lives?  In today's episode, join me and Sonya Looney as we talk about everything about resilience, grit, and failure. She describes how she started her career, in the midst of accomplishing a task no woman had ever attempted. WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/Hjt5CiZuVwA  Sonya Looney is a World Champion Endurance Athlete, Health Coach, and Podcast Host of the Sonya Looney Show. She has her MS in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering and her certificate in Plant-Based Nutritional Studies from Cornell University. She has raced mountain bikes across the world in 25+ countries at the hardest endurance races in places like the Sahara Desert, the Himalayas of Nepal, tropical jungles in Asia, the steps of Mongolia, and mountain ranges in Poland. She was also the World Champion in 2015. Her determination to succeed in whatever she does and her love for life is sure to leave you feeling inspired as she talks to us about her progression in the sport and how it has changed her life. Learn how Sonya Looney, a pro mountain biker, handles all that comes with being a pro athlete while still being a successful entrepreneur, mother, and more!  

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Sonya Looney is a professional mountain biker and racing cyclist who has competed in over 20 countries and has over 25 career wins including a World Championship, UCI Wins, and USA National Championships.With such an impressive resumé, you may be surprised to hear Sonya say that achievements don't lead to happiness, and that the validation she sought as a professional athlete pales in comparison to the community she's found and the relationships she's formed – particularly as a mother.Sonya is still out competing and winning races, but her mission has shifted from achievement to helping people be better every day – no matter the medium.  In this episode, Sylvia and Sonya discuss her journey to becoming a professional mountain biker, wellness in the context of high-intensity pursuits, seeking validation from the right sources, having the courage to pursue your dreams, and so much more.Topics Include: - Balancing motherhood and professional goals- Focusing on identity rather than outcomes- Calculating risk as a young mom- Personal growth and behavior change- Working with negative thoughts- Breaking undesirable habit loops- Prioritizing consistency over perfection - And other topics…Sonya Looney is a professional mountain biker and racing cyclist who has raced in over 20 countries and has over 25 career wins and course records in 11 countries including World Championship, UCI Wins and USA National Championships. As one of the largest social influencers in mountain biking in America, Looney is a brand ambassador for 10 brands. Sonya is also a health and performance coach and travels as a keynote motivational speaker where she talks about success and failure, overcoming fear, and the power of choice. Sonya is also the founder of a lifestyle brand, Moxy & Grit, and hosts the podcast The Sonya Looney Show.Resources Mentioned:The Sonya Looney Show podcast: https://www.sonyalooney.com/podcasts/TEDx Talk: By Bike - Defining Success at 17,769 Feet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYiflJvxTac&t=1sThe Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin: https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-four-tendencies/intro/The Craving Mind by Dr. Judson Brewer: https://www.amazon.com/Craving-Mind-Cigarettes-Smartphones-Hooked/dp/0300223242  Unwinding Anxiety by Dr. Judson Brewer: https://www.amazon.com/Unwinding-Anxiety-Science-Shows-Cycles/dp/0593330447/Connect with Sonya:Sonya's Website: https://www.sonyalooney.com/Sign up for Sonya's Newsletter: https://www.sonyalooney.com/#subscribeInstagram: @sonyalooneyStay Connected:Signup for AIR BORN, our monthly newsletter! A letter from Sylvia will show up in your inbox, with links to her latest conversations and insights.Email: hello@whenwomenfly.comWebsite: https://www.whenwomenfly.com/Socials: @whenwomenfly

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Getting back to exercise after pregnancy and while breastfeeding can feel very daunting. This week, Heather and Maureen welcome special guest, Sonya Looney. Sonya is a world champion professional athlete, a health and performance coach and the host of the Sonya Looney Show podcast. Pregnancy and postpartum is a time when everything about the body is changing. It's important and empowering to know that you can safely introduce exercise, strengthen your body and improve your overall physical function - even when breastfeeding!Don't miss this one!Find our guest, Sonya Looney in her Facebook Group, Plant Powered Academy with Sonya Looney, on Instagram or on her website, SonyaLooney.com.THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORSClick HERE to get HappiTummi and enter code MILKMINUTE10 for 10% off your order!Get your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, or Cigna PPO - you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form!Listener Question: Breastfeeding parent with 13-month-old child is nursing to sleep, but it's become painful recently. What's going on?Find the new Milk Minute Podcast website by clicking here!Become a Milk Minute VIP: Click here to get behind-the-scenes-access and exclusive merch!Contact us: To send us feedback, personal stories, or just to chat you can send us an email at milkminutepodcast@gmail.comGet Community Support: Click Here to Join our Free Facebook Community!Stay up to Date: Find us on INSTAGRAM @milk_minute_podcastStare at us on TikTokPrefer to read the transcript?- Click Here to read the edited version of this episode!All of the books recommended by Sonya can be found in the professional transcript!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/milkminutepodcast)

Sonya Looney is a Mountain Bike world champion, but that is only the beginning of her accomplishments. Through incredibly hard work and dedication, Sonya's goal is to help people be better every day and to show people they can find their potential through doing hard things. She believes that curiosity and optimism are the keys to always learning and growing. In this episode we explore what it takes to be a profession athlete but even more, how that grit and dedication can be a catalyst for achieving in all aspects of life.

This conversation is with Sonya Looney, one of the world's best endurance mountain bikers. She has raced her bike across the world in some of the hardest races and became the 24 hour Mountain Bike World Champion in 2015. Not only is she a world champion athlete, but she is also a health and mental performance coach, keynote speaker, professional writer and blogger, and host of the popular podcast The Sonya Looney Show! Although she balances many different identities, she is probably most well known for her ability to help people learn how to build a resilient inner narrative. We cover: How Sonya left a career in electrical engineering to pursue mountain biking Becoming the first woman to complete the Yak Attack endurance race Quitting is a muscle and how to build resilience Changing your frame of mind around failure Balance doesn't exist - the power of “intentional imbalance” Sleep is the number one priority (even over exercise!) How to set achievable goals The power of having a growth mindset Mountain bike tips for beginners Advice for handling fear during sport and life Why Sonya switched to a plant-based diet Her typical pre- and post-workout meal Connect with Sonya:Instagram: @sonyalooney | Facebook: Sonya Looney | Twitter: @SonyaLooney Her website: https://www.sonyalooney.com Resources: The Sonya Looney Show Enroll in the Moxy & Grit Mindset Academy Sonya's apparel brand: Moxy & Grit Watch Sonya's TEDx Talk Book: Atomic Habits Book: Mindset  Show sponsor: Warlockgolf.com use code PLANT15 at checkout for 15% off your order! Theme music by Tyler Gaudon and a special thank you to Wyatt Pavlik for the audio editing and processing! Connect with me here on Instagram: @plant_fueled That's all for now! Be sure to subscribe and if you are enjoying the show, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review!  *Please appreciate that this information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider!*

Why can't you stop that negative chatter in your mind? Would you ever talk to someone the way to talk to yourself? On that note, how should you talk to yourself, in the first person or third person? Hold on, do you even recognize your thought patterns? If not, how do you cultivate the awareness that you have negative self talk running like a reel in your mind? So many questions and so many great answers. I reached out to World Champion Mountain Biker and Health Coach Sonya Looney who not only has implemented mindset strategies in her own career, but has also created a course on Mindset for others to reap the benefits of what she has learned and studied for several years. I feel like I need to go back to this episode and write many of the quotes down that Sonya dropped as they were so poignant and meaningful. There were a lot of practical tips and this conversation left me pondering a few things about goal setting, what 'type' of person I am and the power of setting goals with specific parameters in order to help become the person you want to be. I left my own podcast pretty motivated to practice what Sonya was teaching in my every day life and I hope you leave it as motivated as I did. Here are a few things that we discuss during our conversation: Tools to cultivate awareness of your thoughts How to start meditating & cultivating self awareness How to follow through on goals and why it matters Creating your identity Key factors in setting goals you can achieve Self talk during training and racing How to manage your expectations Why comparing yourself to others is a big mistake How to move through life adversity You can learn more from Sonya on her website and through her podcast The Sonya Looney show, both which are listed below. If you're interested in starting Sonya's Mindset program (highly recommend it!), the direct link is also below. In addition if you want to up your cycling swag game, check out Sonya's Moxy and Grit collection at the link below. Sonya also has an awesome YouTube page with incredible tips on mountain bike training, equipment and mindset. So much to learn. Thanks for listening, I truly appreciate you being a part of the community. I would love if you could hop over to Apple Podcast and rate my podcast and leave a quick comment. This helps my podcast reach a larger audience, which means I can share the amazing knowledge my guests have with as many people as possible, which is my goal! I love to share comments and they also help me to improve my podcast and consider other future guests. If you have any comments feel free to message me here below in the comments or connect with me on twitter, IG or through my email. To connect with and learn from Sonya follow the links below: Website: https://www.sonyalooney.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sonya-looney-show/id1233067098?mt=2 Mindset Academy Course: https://moxy-grit.thinkific.com/courses/moxy-grit-mindset-academy For a more detailed write up with more links to Soyna, visit my Prokit page here: https://theprokit.com/composer/create-post/post.php?post=508670&action=edit

I help active and driven people learn how to build a resilient inner narrative using positive psychology, mental toughness, and mindfulness-based techniques to help people find more fulfillment every day. I can help you enjoy challenges, explore your potential, and find more energy and fulfillment in life! I'm also passionate about education in plant-based nutrition to help people achieve optimal health and protect the environment. You can sign up for Sonya Looney's news letter here: www.SonyaLooney.com Follow her on Instagram at: @SonyaLooney1 To follow me and see more about the Segment please click on my Link Tree to see more. : https://linktr.ee/TheSegment Have an epic day and hope you enjoy this episode. -Mark Hill

Pro mountain biker Sonya Looney talks mindset, grit, habit change, nutrition, and life as a pro athlete during pregnancy. The post Sonya Looney: Mindset, Pregnancy and Life as a Pro appeared first on Prokit.

Even when it's freezing cold outside and she's seven months pregnant, Sonya Looney is still on her mountain bike, pedaling hard to reach the finish line. Staying on track is critical for Looney, especially as she's someone who has switched tracks a lot to follow her passions. She's worked in marketing and communications, studied engineering, and is a high-performance athlete, podcaster, public speaker, blogger, and entrepreneur. When she was first racing, she found herself facing a critical question. Should she quit because she wasn't the best yet or find grit and determination and learn how to get there? She chose to persevere. This week, she shares tips on how to develop a strong growth mindset to keep going even when it gets tough and uncertainty reigns. What You'll Learn: Visualize your goals to stay on track Seek out people who inspire you Don't be afraid to fail publicly Learn how to manage time and expectations Be open to uncertainty *Connect with the Compete Every Day community here. *Support the show by using code PODCAST at CompeteEveryDay.com.

It's time for the Joey Podcast 2.0 with Paul and Sheyn.......but now we have guests! Up first is the wonderful Sonya Looney who comes on to talk about being an elite athlete on a plant based diet, life as a pregnant mountain biker and educate us on what we can do to equalize the gender gap in mountain biking.

Sonya Looney is a world-champion mountain biker. She is an inspiration to so many and is changing lives all over the world. Tune and check her out! Sonya has raced her mountain bike in the Sahara Desert, Himalayas, tropical jungles, and mountain ranges all over the world. Her spirit for adventure, personal growth, and taking on new challenges has driven her to over 25 race wins during her career, including four 24-Hour national titles and the 2015 world champion title.  She is the host of her Top 100 Podcast called the Sonya Looney Show about how to life a high performance life. She is also a freelancer writer and has appeared in publications like Outside, Bicycling, MindBodyGreen, Competitor, Women's Adventure are more.  Sonya is also a TEDx and professional keynote speaker.  Sonya is a leader in plant-based nutrition and speaks publicly about it and also founded the brand Plant-Powered Tribe where she helps people add in healthier foods and helps increase education on preventing cancer and heart disease. In addition to being an overachiever, she has founded a bicycle apparel brand, Moxy & Grit!   Sonya is an expert in mental toughness and resilience, and regularly creates content to help people be better every day. Check out her podcast, website and follow her on Instagram!!  Links: IG @ SonyaLooney1 IG @ Plant Powered Tribe Plant Powered Tribe cookbook  Website @ www.sonyalooney.com Apparel company @ Moxy and Grit TEDx talk

Everyone has that little dream in the back of their mind – that thing they wish they could do someday. That thing where they say “If money was no option and I didn't have to “work”, I would do X because it's what I'm passionate about.” The empowering point is that it's possible to do... The post Sonya Looney Joins the Circuit of Success appeared first on The Circuit of Success with Brett Gilliland.

There's nothing better than the idea of living a life that feels aligned with what you simply LOVE to do. It's just one of the many things I admire about my friend Sonya Looney. She's a World Champion athlete who has managed to build a dedicated following, a thought-leadership platform, a podcast and personal brand simply by sharing what she learns, loves, and believes. There are so many lessons to learn from Sonya, but the first one is to make sure you're finding a way to do more of what excites you. Sonya has built (and is still building) her following with chasing like and follows, but by being herself and sharing her perspectives with the world. Click to Subscribe on >> iTunes, Stitcher Radio or Tunein. Unbreakable Success Podcast, Episode 50 World Champion Athlete, Sonya Looney - How to Build a Following with Authenticity. TRANSCRIPT: Aaron: 00:00 Alright you guys welcome back to another episode of Unbreakable Success. We have a pretty amazing guest today as we always do, but this one's really special. Her name is Sonya Looney. She's a world champion. I'm a mountain biker. She's a motivational speaker, professional athlete, adventure, author. Sonia is up to so many things. She just opened her a shop called Moxie and grit. Is that right? Sonya? That's right. I will talk about that in a few minutes. Um, but Sonya, you do some amazing things and I, I got a lead into this by saying seven day races, like you gotta, like give me a short segment of how that happened. Sonya: 00:39 Yeah, 70 races. It's funny, it sounds really long, but when you're doing it, it doesn't seem like it's that long. But basically what happened was when I first started mountain biking, I was doing shorter courses like in it's called cross country racing and those are typically about an hour and a half long. So most people are familiar with running. They're familiar with 5k , 10k marathon, ultra marathon. So basically I started doing the ultra marathon style of racing in mountain biking and then from there there was these races called stage races where every day there's a set start and finish, but a different course and sometimes it's point to point or sometimes it's a loop from a central location, but you get to race on seven, seven different courses in a country or region and accumulative time at the end of the seven days is the final results of the race. So it rewards consistency over being crazy one day and then being tired the next. Aaron: 01:36 Well there's got to be some great business lessons in there. I'm sure we'll share it. We'll definitely segue into that to talk about the consistency, but for anybody that doesn't know you or you got so much going on, but what is. What's the. What would be your definition of, of what you do? You know, Sonya Looney writing or speaking her own bio. How would you describe yourself? Right now? Sonya: 02:02 I would describe myself as somebody who is trying to use what I'm passionate about, which is mountain biking and adventures, to use it as a vehicle to talk about things that I've learned to help me live the life I'm living, like I'm living my dream. It's incredible. Like never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be where I am today. So my why, my why when I wake up in the morning, I want to help make the world a better place without sounding cliche. I want to give people the tools and the confidence to take steps in their life to go after that thing that they want to do. It doesn't have to be a mountain biking, but just that thing that they want to do. Everybody has something in the back of their mind that they wished that they would do. And I want to help break down the barriers so people can go after that. Aaron: 02:46 That's pretty awesome. That's amazing. I love that you're, um, you know, how, how you parlayed your, almost your, uh, your athleticism in and you're biking and turning into a much larger mission. I'd love to know because there's so much like when people go to yo...

It's energy and attitude that have propelled Sonya Looney on a mountain bike across the rugged Himalayas, through sweltering sand dunes of the Sahara Desert, and through the clammy jungles of Sri Lanka. She has won the hardest endurance mountain bike races around the globe including being crowned world champion in 2015. She is also a 4x USA National Champion. Sonya is passionate about helping and inspiring others to live healthier and more meaningful lives.