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MindStrong#225 - Dr Lewis James - The Truth About HydrationDr. Lewis James is a hydration researcher and professor at Loughborough University whose work explores how water intake affects performance, recovery, cognitive function, and even public health.Why is hydration still so misunderstood, even by elite athletes? Does dehydration really kill strength and performance? And what’s the truth behind the electrolyte hype and pickle juice craze?Expect to learn why thirst isn’t a reliable guide for hydration, how dehydration impacts strength, endurance, cognition, and recovery, the real science behind electrolyte drinks and pickle juice, what causes cramps and...2025-04-101h 20
MindStrong#205 - Ross Dewar - How Do We Actually Build Strong Cricketers?Ross Dewar and strength and conditioning with more than 20 years experience having trained some of the worlds leading cricketers.
Cricket has a unique relationship with strength & conditioning. How does a sport go from where it wasn’t uncommon for players to be smoking and drinking, to now where the players are becoming elite athletes? How do we try to slow the injury rates within the sport? Are we training cricketers correctly? Should they be in the gym lifting weights?
Expect to learn, why cricket has a unique relationship with strength and conditioning, why young cricketers sh...2024-08-1754 min
MindStrong#204 - Dr Jim Taylor- Do Parent's Get Too Involved In Sport?Dr Jim Taylor psychologist of performance, sport and parenting, an author and an elite level triathlete.
The most number one challenge I see with both athletes, coaches and teachers talk about in sport is parents. So I wanted to get Jim back on the show to talk to him about a range of different aspects to parenting not only in sport but in everyday life.
Expect to learn, how parents can get caught up in comparison, why you shouldn’t label your kids, the impact of shaming your kids, what positive pushing looks like and much more.
2024-08-101h 12
MindStrong#203 - Dr Adam Kelly - How Do We Identify Great Talent?Adam Kelly is a Associate Professor of Sport and Exercise at Birmingham City University and Director of the RAYSDLab.
How do we identify talent, how do we then nuture it and are we letting talent slip through the cracks without us being aware? Adam is at the forefront and wealth of knowledge in the mechanisms of talent identification research and strategies to help us develop talent.
Expect to learn; why we put the individual first, why being born in the start of the year can give you an advantage, why we shouldn’t just select on...2024-07-211h 28
MindStrong#202 - Chris Mesagno - Why Do We Choke Under Pressure?Chris Mesagno is a senior lecturer at Victoria University whose research focuses on anxiety and choking in sport and exercise.
Why do we choke under pressure? What are the causes for choking under pressure? How do we reduce our chances of choking under pressure? Chris is one of the leading voices on anxiety and choking under pressure and if you’re an athlete that wants to perform in the clutch moments and get out of your own way Chris is a wealth of knowledge and gives some really helpful insights.
Expect to learn; the characteristics of...2024-07-131h 33
MindStrong#201 - Geir Jordet - The Psychology Of Penalty KicksGeir Jordet holds a PhD. in soccer and psychology and teaches and conducts research on psychology and elite performance at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences.
Expect to learn; the fundamentals to a good penalty taker, are different personalities are suited to penalities, why the style of the kick doesn’t matter, why teams should have enforcers around the penalty taker, mental strategies for improving penalty performance, and much more.
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Expect to learn; how the support/challenge matrix helps build resilience, the difference between failure and mistakes, why not all self talk is created equal, why to strive for excellence and not perfection, why your emotions aren't bad, how to surround yourself with great people, how to trust your decisions, and much more.
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MindStrong#199 - Dr Julie Johnston - 8 Strategies For Coaching Gen-Z AthletesDr Julie Johnston is a Senior Lecturer in Sport & Exercise Psychology at Nottingham Trent University who also competed in international swimming for Ireland and Northern Ireland for ten years, participating in three Commonwealth Games and three World Championships.
Her research focuses on behavioural, social and environmental influences on children and adolescent psychosocial development, health and wellbeing, and more recently on Gen-Z athletes and how best to support them.
Expect to learn; the challenges that Gen-Z athletes face, how to best communicate with Gen-Z athletes, whether coaches are becoming softer, strategies to for developing Gen-Z athletes...2024-06-221h 21
MindStrong#198 - Peter Hurley - The Importance of Drive, Character, and TrustPeter Hurley is an elite sailor for the US and portrait photographer who is regarded as the industry leader in headshot photography having shot world wide athletes and celebrities.
Expect to learn; how to find your drive, how to avoid complacency, the importance of character and effort in sports, the impact of social media on self-image, embracing and accepting your appearance, the role of trust in photography, and much more.
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2024-06-151h 17MindStrong#177 - Why I Started TherapyOn World Mental Health Day, Lewis talks about a recent journey of starting therapy and his experiences navigating the process of finding the right therapist, battling societal stereotypes and prejudices, and the transformation he underwent in starting to uncover parts of himself. This candid discussion hopes to shed light on the importance of mental health and the role therapy can play in our personal growth and becoming the best version of yourself for you and those around you.
00:13 - Exploring the Importance of Therapy
13:54 - Taking Brave Steps Towards Personal Growth
2023-10-1015 minMindStrong#176 - A Guide To Mindfulness in SportWhat do Novak Djokovic, LeBron James, Erling Haaland, and the late Kobe Bryant have in common? They all practice mindfulness. In this episode, Lewis discusses mindfulness and how being present can greatly improve the mind-body connection, allowing you to tap into your optimal performance zone.
Expect to learn:
● Getting started on mindfulness
● The benefits of practicing mindfulness
● How to start your mindfulness journey as an athlete
● Ways to cultivate curiosity in your mindfulness practice
● Why mindfulness and meditation are not the same thing
● How being present can give you the mental edge during game...2023-09-1930 min
MindStrong#175 - James Bracey - How To Earn the Right To Turn ProJames Bracey is an English cricketer who plays for Gloucestershire County Cricket Club. James made his international debut for the England cricket team in June 2021.
Expect to hear about:
● Earning the right to play in a team
● Maintaining confidence after a poor performance
● How to handle conflict in your team as the captain
● What it takes to go from amateur to playing professionally
● How to unlink your self-worth from past performances and much more
[00:00] Introduction
[00:50] The Experience of Playing County Cricket
2023-09-1259 min
MindStrong#174 - Clay Stephens - Why We Need To Let Go of PerfectionClay Stephens is a gymnast on the Australian Olympic team. Having competed in the World Championships and Commonwealth Games, he has done all this while overcoming the condition, Poland Syndrome (the same as Lewis).
Expect to hear about:
[00:00] Introduction
[04:07] Clay and Lewis’ relationship with Poland Syndrome
[07:14] What stories are you telling yourself?
[13:02] Body Dysmorphia in men
[15:24] How to have a better relationship with the voices in your head
[18:55] Managing stress and conflict with humor
[21:50] There’s no such thing as perfect
[24:21] What...2023-09-051h 41
MindStrong#173 - Jofra Archer - Why Everything Happens for a ReasonJofra Archer is a England and Sussex Cricketer. He made his international debut for England in May 2019 and was part of the England squad that won the 2019 Cricket World Cup. Expect to learn; ways to stay calm under pressure, how to never have a bad game twice, the benefits of having a positive attitude when injured, and the best way to balance skill training and recovery. Connect with Lewis at:TikTok: @lewis_hatchettInstagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit http://www.lewishatchett.com/podcastContact the show at podcast@lewishatchett.com2023-08-2941 minMindStrong#172 - The Mistakes You’re Making with Your CoachWhat are the mistakes athletes make with their coaches? In this episode, I talk about some of the mistakes I see athletes make with their coaches. Expect to learn ways to start taking feedback like a pro, how to ask the right questions, and the problem with parents doing everything for their young athletes.
[00:00] Introduction
[00:40] The Problem with Parents Doing Everything for Young
Athletes
[03:22] Why Young Athletes Must Take Ownership of Their Careers
[05:31] How to Take Feedback and Criticism Like a Champ
[08:43] The Benefits of Training Beyond Coaching Hours...2023-08-2220 minMindStrong#171 - Tom Mitchell - Being an Authentic LeaderTom Mitchell is a Rugby Union International who has represented Great Britain and England Sevens at the World Series, the Olympics, and Commonwealth Games. Tom won an Olympic silver medal as captain for Great Britain in the 2016 Summer Olympics. He debuted for England at the 2012 Wellington Sevens and was the leading scorer in the 2013-14 World Series with 358 points, helping England to a fourth-place finish in the Series that year.
In this episode, expect to learn the foundation of authentic leadership, what it's like working in a high-performance environment, leading teams, and the difference between young Athletes...2023-08-1558 minMindStrong#170 - How to Deal with Poor PerformancesHow do you deal with poor performance as an athlete? Is there a way to bounce back stronger after a bad game? In this episode, I talk about the most effective ways of dealing with poor performance. Expect to learn the dangers of not moving on from a bad performance, how to improve for the next competition, and how to develop the right mindset to bounce back from a poor performance quickly.
[00:00] Introduction
[01:20] Accept That You Will Have Poor Performances
[04:15] Managing Emotions After a Poor Performance
[07:31] Stop Building Yo...2023-08-0834 minMindStrong#169 - How to Create a Process In SportLewis explains how to create process to improve your skill, performance under pressure, confidence and much more.
Expect to learn, what a process is, how to create one, how to practice a process and how to trust it, even when things aren't going your way.
[00:00] Introduction
[02:09] What is a Process?
[04:55] Steps to Building an Efficient Process
[07:25] How Having a Process Can Increase Your Motivation
[09:32] How to Build Your Process From Scratch
[13:43] The Most Important Part of Creating a Solid Process
[15:42] B...2023-08-0129 minMindStrong#168 - Russell Earnshaw | Why Vulnerability Is A Strength In CoachingRussell Earnshaw is a rugby union coach working in sports and business with the Magic Academy. He played Premiership rugby with West Hartlepool, Bath Rugby and Rotherham Titans, winning the European Cup at Bath.
In this episode, expect to learn the impact of gamification on sports teams, vulnerability as a strength for coaches, what to do when you no longer enjoy the game, and ways coaches can ask for feedback and intentionally act on it.
[00:00] Introduction
[01:21] Who is Russell Earnshaw?
[04:45] An Athlete’s Performance During Their Peak Years
[07:44] Coaches Asking For Feedback and Ac...2023-07-251h 07MindStrong#167 - Dr Alexander Latinjak - How To Improve Your Self Talk In SportDr. Alexander Latinjak is an Associate Professor at the University of Suffolk and a Visiting Professor at the University of Thessaly. He is also a psychological skill trainer, primarily focusing on self-talk, cognitive self regulation in sports, and developing psychological programs for high-performance centres.
In this episode, we discuss the role of self-talk in an athlete's success. Expect to learn how self-talk affects athlete performance, ways to practice positive self-talk, and the role of keyword interventions in combating self-defeating self-talk.
[00:00] Introduction
[03:34] What is Self-Talk?
[06:48] How the Environment Affects a P...2023-07-181h 18MindStrong#166 - Mike Brown | The Keys to 19 years in Pro RugbyMike Brown is an English professional rugby union player who plays fullback or wing for Leicester Tigers in Premiership Rugby. Brown joined the Harlequins senior team in 2005, having played youth rugby at Salisbury and Melksham, and began playing for the England first team two years later. During his career, Mike has won 3 Six Nations Championship titles with England and two Premiership Rugby titles with Harlequins.
In this episode, we dive deep into what it takes to achieve 19-year success in pro rugby. Expect to learn ways to develop great coach-athlete relationships, how to find and build your...2023-07-111h 12MindStrong#165 - Building a Pre-Performance Routine for Pressure MomentsWhen under pressure where does your mind go? Do you know what thoughts, actions and behaviours that you need to execute? Or do you get caught up in the distractions of it all? In this episode expect to learn:
- What a pre-performance routine is
- Why we have a pre-performance routine
- The difference between superstition and routine
- How to develop a routine for yourself
- Figuring out your best routine
- Putting your routine into practice
and much more
2023-07-0431 minMindStrong#164 - Dr. Andrew Hill | Perfectionism in Sport and TeamsDr. Andrew P. Hill is a Sport and Exercise Psychology Professor at York St John University, UK. Andy's research focuses on the motivational antecedents and consequences of participation in sports and physical activity. His main areas of interest are the consequences of perfectionism (an achievement-related personality trait) for athletes, exercisers, and youth sports participants.
In this episode, expect to learn some really thought-provoking stuff on perfectionism. Dr. Andy covers topics such as the rise of perfectionism and the death of imperfectionism, exactly what perfectionism is (and what it's not), as well as some practical advice to perfectionistic...2023-06-2749 minMindStrong#163 - Dr. Gordon Flett - Being an Adaptable PerfectionistGordon L. Flett, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at York University in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Flett is a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science, which has cited him as one of the top 25 most productive authors in psychology. He is best known for his research on personality and depression, as well as groundbreaking work on perfectionism.
In this episode, expect to learn ways athletes can become adaptable perfectionists. Lewis and Gordon focus on perfectionism among athletes and explore questions such as: How is perfectionism assessed and conceptualized? How does perfectionism develop? What is t...2023-06-201h 16MindStrong#162 - Aaron Walsh | Integrating Mental SkillsAaron Walsh is an experienced Performance Coach who primarily focuses on developing leadership, culture, and mental performance programs for teams. Walsh is currently working with Chiefs in Super Rugby as well as consulting with Harlequins, Scottish Rugby, Texas Rangers, and Basketball New Zealand. He has also worked with various national teams and currently coaches multiple corporate leadership teams to create and maintain a high-performance working environment.
In this episode, expect to learn how coaches can incorporate strategies for developing mental skills in teams. We cover the role of mental toughness in elite sports, why athletes nee...2023-06-131h 05MindStrong#161 - Dr Mustafa Sarkar - How to Build Resilience in Sport & LifeDr Mustafa Sarkar is an Associate Professor of Sport and Performance Psychology at Nottingham Trent University. His research addresses the psychology of performance excellence with a particular focus on resilience, psychological safety, and mental health.
Expect to learn, what resilience is and what it is not, the difference between resilience and mental toughness, how to build resilience, the cost of not facing challenge, how to create resilience within teams, creating environments to develop resilience, and much more.
[00:00] Introduction
[02:03] Learning to Leg Spin Bowl
[05:51] Lowest Point in Mustafa's Early Car...2023-06-061h 28MindStrong#160 - How to Mentally Deal with InjuriesAs an athlete, you will get injured. There's just no avoiding injuries. So how can you speed up your recovery, come back stronger, and even get the most out of your time on the side lines?
In today's episode, Lewis discusses ways athletes can mentally deal with injuries. Expect to learn how you can do a better job of addressing mental as well as physical aspects of athletic injuries to stand a better chance of getting back to your physical peak faster.
[00:00] Introduction
[02:18] The Emotional Impact of Injuries
...2023-05-3027 minMindStrong#159 - Managing Anxiety for PerformanceIn today's episode, Lewis discusses managing anxiety in performance. Expect to hear why anxiety isn't necessarily a bad thing, the types of anxiety you can feel, the possible causes to your anxiety around performance, how you can manage anxiety mentally, physical and in the moment and much more.
[00:00] Introduction
[02:29] Lewis Growing Up as an Anxious Kid
[08:00] The Difference Between State and Trait Anxiety
[09:54] Semantic and Cognitive Anxiety
[12:26] The Inverted U Theory
[15:53] The Main Causes of Anxiety
[20:35] How to Overcome the Fear of...2023-05-231h 02MindStrong#158 - Tara Norris | Making the Right Move for YouTara Norris is a professional cricketer who currently plays for Thunder, London Spirit, and Delhi Capitals. She plays as a left-arm medium bowler and has previously played for Loughborough Lightning and Southern Vipers.
Fresh off of her debut in the WPL, Tara comes on the podcast to talk about her journey to professional women’s cricket. Expect to learn what it's like hitting a five-wicket haul in the WPL, how professional athletes manage their emotions on game day, why women's cricket is such a unique sport, and so much more.
...2023-05-1643 minMindStrong#157 - Dr. Scott Goldman - Defining your ConfidenceDr. Scott Goldman is a Consulting Performance Psychologist and the creator of the Athletic Intelligence Quotient (AIQ) - an intelligence test that assesses the innate cognitive abilities that are most utilized in attaining, developing, and applying athletic skills, strategies, and tactics. The test is being used by Olympic, NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, and MLB teams, as well as multiple Power 5 Universities and E-Sport teams.
In this episode, Lewis and Dr. Goldman discuss the role of intelligence in athletics success, how to become more confident in your own process, and why top athletes embrace their inner w...2023-05-091h 14MindStrong#156 - 6 Reasons You're Low on ConfidenceWhen you're low on confidence, do you know why you feel that way? As an athlete, confidence can make or break your chances of success. You can have all the skills and talents in the world, but if you lack confidence, then it's all for nothing.
In today's episode, Lewis discusses how your anxiety and desire for control can directly affect your confidence level. He also talks about optimism, perfectionism, and shares personal experiences to help you look inward so that you can become more confident in your everyday life.
[00:00] Introduction
...2023-05-0226 minMindStrong#155 - Gordon MacLelland | Working with Parents in SportGordon MacLelland is the CEO and founder of Working with Parents in Sport. They support organizations, parents and coaches to work together and provide children with the best sporting experiences. Drawing on over 20 years of experience as a teacher, coach, director of sports and currently as a sporting parent, Gordon is able to gain a unique insight into the different stakeholders involved in the sporting experiences of young people.
In today's episode, Lewis and Gordon discuss ways parents can support their athletic children, mistakes to avoid, and the impact video games have on a child's d...2023-04-251h 01MindStrong#154 - Maggie Murphy | Turning your Anger into PassionMaggie Murphy is the CEO of pioneering football club Lewes FC, a 100% fan-owned football club and the world's first to distribute revenue equally between its male and female teams. Maggie was elected to the FA Women's Super League and Women's Championship Board in July 2021. She previously held human rights roles at Amnesty International and was a senior global advocate at Transparency International, the world's largest anti-corruption organization.
In today's episode, Lewis and Maggie discuss how equality drives sports forward, ways to bring your own personality into a sport, and how to channel your anger into s...2023-04-181h 02MindStrong#153 - Nicole Silveira | Adapting to Change and Sport/Life BalanceNicole Silveira is a Brazilian skeleton skater and former bobsledder. She made her Skeleton World Cup debut in 2018 and has been competing ever since, placing 22nd in the 2020-2021 season. She also represented Brazil at the 2022 Winter Olympics.
In today’s episode, Lewis and Nicole talk about what skeleton skating is, her transition from bobsledding, her career as a nurse, and what she plans on doing next.
[03:07] Nicole’s journey
[06:32] Transition from bobsled skeleton skating
[10:57] The crash
[12:06] Stages of skeleton skating
[15:38] Unfavourable conditions and th...2023-04-111h 05MindStrong#152 - Roger Black | Surround Yourself with People Better than YouRoger Black is a former athlete who competed internationally for Great Britain and England. During his athletics career, he won individual silver medals in the 400 meters sprint at both the Olympic Games and World Championships, two individual gold medals at the European Championships, and 4 × 400 metres relay gold medals at both the World and European Championships.
In today’s episode, Lewis and Roger discuss what it takes to excel in athletics, the benefits of competing with the very best in your field, and the role mentors play in an athlete’s success.
[00:0...2023-04-041h 01MindStrong#151 - Giving Yourself Permission to be ImperfectHave you felt like you could never reach other people’s expectations?
In this episode, Lewis discusses the fear of imperfection and how it can prevent you from being your most authentic self. He shares personal experiences and practical exercises to help you recognize and embrace your imperfections and encourages you to show up in life as your most authentic self.
[4:55] Symptoms of Perfectionism
[7:37] Why Are We Afraid to be Imperfect?
[11:02] What You Can Learn From Comedians, Athletes, and Actors About Dealing with Perfectionism
[13:37] Exercise on S...2023-03-2830 min
MindStrong#150 - Georgia Elwiss | Training alongside Men, the Comparison Trap and Women's Cricket FutureGeorgia Elwiss is an English cricketer who currently plays for Sussex, Southern Vipers, Welsh Fire and England. Born in Wolverhampton, Georgia is a seam-bowling all-rounder and was a member of the winning women's team at the 2017 Women's Cricket World Cup held in England.
In today's episode, Lewis and Georgia discuss what it's like training alongside men, how to avoid the comparison trap, and the future of UK women's cricket.
[00:00] Introduction
[04:00] When Georgia Started Training Alongside Men
[08:20] How Training Alongside Men Influenced Georgia's Development
[12:23] The Mo...2023-03-211h 03MindStrong#149 - 5 Ways to Stand Out as an AthleteThe number of young athletes looking to go pro is at an all-time high. This means that you could be extremely good at your sport and still not make it. If you’d like to get noticed in this fiercely competitive world, you need to work hard on and off the field.
In today’s episode, Lewis outlines 5 ways you can stand out from others to get recognised, noticed, and valued for your unique talents and traits.
[00:00] Introduction
[02:08] The Burden of Trying to Be Different
[03:42] Mindsets and Positive Attitudes
...2023-03-1426 minMindStrong#148 - Mike Newman | The Fastest Blind Man on EarthMike Newman is a 9-times World Record holder, having now amassed an impressive 6 land speed records, 2 water speed records, and 1 aerobatic record. Mike is also the founder of the Speed of Sight charity that lets blind and disabled people take part in unique driving experiences. He believes that taking part in sporting or physical activities can help boost a person’s self-esteem and improve their physical and mental well-being.
In today’s episode, Lewis and Mike discuss what it’s like breaking world records, how parents play a role in their kids’ success, and why you shoul...2023-03-0751 minMindStrong#147 - The Art of PerseveranceIn anything you do, you will sometimes have to wait to see the results of your hard work. During such times, it’s easy to lose motivation and give up. In today’s episode, Lewis talks about persistence and perseverance. He explains their role in people’s success and why nobody ever gets to where they want without some level of grit and tenacity.
[00:00] Introduction
[01:16] The Story of Oscar Figueroa
[03:56] How Perseverance is Different from Mental Toughness
[05:16] Ways to Build Lasting Perseverance
[06:44] The Role of Success in Building...2023-02-2818 minMindStrong#146 - How to Reframe your Negative Self TalkDid you know that almost 90% of our self-talk is negative? When you’re constantly thinking negative thoughts, you’ll have a hard time feeling optimistic about anything - and it can be hard to see the good in yourself and others.
In today’s episode, Lewis goes through effective strategies you can use to overcome negative self-talk. He also shares why it’s not about getting rid of negative self-talk but being aware when it happens.
[00:00] Introduction
[02:30] Common Types of Negative Self-Talk
[05:30] Identifying Your Controllables and Your Uncontrollables
[07:55...2023-02-2129 minMindStrong#145 - How to Be More DisciplinedWe all know that discipline is the foundation for success. In life, career, relationships, health, finances, whatever it is, discipline is the key. So how do you build more of it?
In today’s episode, Lewis talks about the power of self-discipline. He goes through creative ways to help you become more disciplined and why discipline is what separates the top 1% from everybody else.
[00:00] Introduction
[00:35] Why Self-Discipline Comes in Waves
[02:15] How Continuous Physical Exercise Builds Discipline
[05:36] Taking the Road Less Traveled
[08:06] The First Step...2023-02-1421 minMindStrong#144 - Creating The Best Birthday GiftDo you like receiving gifts? What is the best birthday gift you’ve ever received? In today’s episode, Lewis reveals the best birthday gift you’ll ever receive. He explains why this particular gift is special and how it can help you remain confident during trying times.
Lewis shares the best birthday gift he can receive for his birthday tomorrow and how you can do the same for yourself. Whether it's your birthday or not!
Remember, the best gifts come from the heart and cannot be bought.
[00:00] Introduction
[01:10] The Best Gift Y...2023-01-2008 minMindStrong#143 - Ed Jackson | Post Traumatic GrowthEd Jackson is a former Professional Rugby player, who in 2017 suffered a life changing injury when diving into a swimming pool. Ed will talk about his injury, which led to him to follow a new and refined purpose in life as an athlete. He aims to help listeners and viewers who have gone through traumatic injuries cope and understand the stages of recovering from sporting accidents. [02:52] Introduction of Ed Jackson[04:18] About Ed [07:53] Journey as a Pro[09:27] Recovering from Injury[12:40] Being Heard [13:52] Ed’s Player Personality ...2022-12-0853 minMindStrong#142 - Kath Koschel | Giving Radical KindnessKath Koschel is a former professional cricketer, yet after facing many adversities in her life started the huge non for profit, Kindness Factory. Kath talks about her journey through the world of cricket, having to quit due to injury, and the other adversities she had to go through. She sheds some light on how expressing kindness to oneself can overcome even the hardest obstacles in life.[02:52] Introduction to Kath Koschel [05:04] Getting Into Cricket [10:48] Kath’s Skill Set [13:42] Transitioning Out of Cricket [22:52] Personal Gains from Trauma [28:10] Becoming CEO Despite...2022-10-241h 04MindStrong#141 - 3 Ways to Stop Choking Under PressureOn today’s episode, Lewis dissects 3 ways for athletes to stop choking under pressure during a game. He will also identify three theories as to what causes athletes to lose their focus or stumble during a game. [02:53] Identifying Pressure due to Anxiety [03:52] 3 Theories that Cause Pressure [04:08] Reinvestment Theory [06:25] Solution to Reinvestment Theory[11:34] Attentional Control [12:46] Solution for Attentional Control [14:20] Ironic Effects [15:08] Overcoming Ironic Effects[16:03] Summary an...2022-10-1318 minMindStrong#140 - Overcoming Imposter SyndromeIf you have ever been in a situation where you doubted your abilities, then you are probably one of the millions of people experiencing imposter syndrome. What’s more interesting is that imposter syndrome often occurs in highly skilled, accomplished, and experienced individuals. The big question is, why is this always the case? Lewis explains that successful people experience success but fail to internalise it. As a result, the fear of being exposed as a fraud for making mistakes can lead to self-sabotage. So how can you overcome imposter syndrome when it shows up in you...2022-10-0615 minMindStrong#139 - Will Greenwood | Strategies, Coping and Advice for Sport & LifeWill Greenwood is a former England Rugby Player and is considered to be a legend of the game. He formed a part of the team that won the World Cup in 2003. Will is also a strong advocate for Festival of Sport, a program dedicated to encouraging kids and their families to try out new types of sports.In today’s episode, Will shares the challenges he faced throughout his career as a rugby player and how he coped with each obstacle he had to endure to still be a better person first. He will also share some wi...2022-09-0856 minMindStrong#138 - How Body Language Can Change your MindsetCan body language influence an athlete's performance? The simple answer is yes. Body language forms the core of almost all sporting success. How? Well, first, positive body language boosts a player's morale, making them believe they can achieve anything. On the other hand, negative body language signals the opponent that you are up for the taking and vulnerable to attack.The next time you compete, remember your opponents are watching. If they get the slightest hint that you're crumbling inside, it's over. But if you step out feeling confident and able to demonstrate your iron will, your...2022-09-0222 minMindStrong#137 - How To Control Your EmotionsAs athletes, we deal with emotions all the time. So, it’s almost expected that we should be great at managing them, especially on the field. However, that is usually not the case, and not all athletes are masters of controlling their emotions.
We all crave this desire to feel a certain way on game day; we marvel at how top athletes can stay composed, mentally tough, and keep their emotions in check. Yet, the reality is that even these top athletes experience the same overwhelming emotions we experience. They just know how to handle them better. If...2022-08-2522 minMindStrong#136 - Common Mistakes By AthletesNobody’s perfect, and the fact of the matter is that we all make mistakes. Some mistakes you don’t regret because they made you the type of athlete you are right now. But others will turn your life completely upside down. So it’s okay to make mistakes. But we have a responsibility to always recover and learn from our mistakes. However, this is not to say that athletes should not try and seek perfection. Of course, we want to be the best we possibly can be. But it’s about recognizing that we will make mistakes...2022-08-1839 minMindStrong#135 - 10 Habits of Successful AthletesBeing an excellent athlete is not something that just happens. There has to be something that goes into making someone exceptionally good at something. Yes, there’s some natural skill involved but being the best in anything takes lots of work and, most importantly, the right habits. Habits are key, and it’s even more interesting when you realize that the more successful athletes have a few key habits in common. Habits determine your game, your production, your relevance, and ultimately your success. In this episode, Lewis goes through the 10 habits of highly successful athletes and what you ca...2022-08-0928 minMindStrong#134 - Lauren Smith | Hardwork is a TalentLauren Smith is a professional badminton player who made her Olympic Games debut in Rio 2016 and continues to impress on the world stage. In 2019, she secured the European Games title with Marcus Ellis (mixed doubles) and silver with Chloe Birch (women’s doubles). She will also be representing Team England in the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. In this episode, Lauren shares her journey from an average badminton-loving kid to competing on the world stage and what she does to inspire other athletes who might not have the raw talent but have something even better - Work Ethic. ...2022-07-311h 16MindStrong#133 - Tanni Grey-Thompson | Sport Can Change the WorldTanni Grey-Thompson, also known as Carys Davina Grey-Thompson or Baroness Grey-Thompson, is a Welsh politician and former wheelchair racer. She delves into her childhood and her supportive parents, her Paralympics journey, her move to politics, and her plans for the future of disability access and inclusion.[04:16] Introducing Tanni[10:16] What it Means to Race Well and Tanni’s Family[21:31] Disabled Athletes and Paralympians[24:41] Accessibility and Why Tanni Became an Athlete[27:51] Mindset as Nature or Nurture[31:18] Tanni’s Defining Moment[35:41] Tanni’s Retirement and Move to Politics[48:08] Sports Education[50:36] Disability Access and In...2022-06-2858 minMindStrong#132 - How to Create a Cohesive TeamBuilding a working team is easy. All you need is a budget, and you can go after anybody you want. However, there is a massive difference between a team and a cohesive team. First, you can assemble the best people to work on a project together, but that alone does not guarantee they’ll function as a unit.A cohesive team is one that has the ability to effectively work as one towards a common goal. It also means that individualism is almost non-existent and is instead replaced by trust, commitment, accountability, and results.Unfortunately, co...2022-06-2128 minMindStrong#131 - Jamie Peacock | Right Decisions vs Easy DecisionsJamie Peacock is the most successful player in Super League history, a motivational speaker and leadership mentor. Having won the Super League championships a total of nine times. Jamie shares how self-doubt almost ruined his career, the benefits of having personal values, and why mental toughness is the key to success in life. [03:35] Introduction[06:23] Training and Dieting For the 100-Mile Run[08:57] Jamie’s Journey to Discovering and Setting Personal Values[12:45] People That Helped Jamie Develop His Personal Values[15:59] Why It’s Okay to Disagree With People[17:32] How to Cre...2022-06-071h 06MindStrong#130 - Katrina Webb | Learning to Accept YourselfKatrina Webb is a former Australian Paralympic athlete with cerebral palsy and has won Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals at three Paralympic Games. She was also the first torch bearer to enter the Stadium at the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games and now works off the track as a professional speaker and high-performance consultant.We talk about the power of self-acceptance, how personal values can impact an athlete's performance, and the fastest way to break limiting barriers and achieve success. [01:45] Introduction[04:44] Katrina's Experience Growing Up In a Sporting Family[10:26] Katrina is Diagnosed with C...2022-05-3151 minMindStrong#129 - The Paradox of PerfectionismAs athletes, we are all perfectionists. Think about it: aren’t we all trying to be perfect in everything we do? Who wouldn’t want to be an athlete with a disciplined work ethic characterized by incredibly high standards for performance? But the thing is, perfectionistic traits are a double-edged sword. You can be a high achiever, hard-working, and motivated. But on the flip side, nothing ever feels good enough, and you’re always one critical thought away from burnout.In this episode, Lewis explains the Paradox of Perfectionism, some of the models that describe the origin of per...2022-05-2432 minMindStrong#128 - A Powerful Exercise to Turn Negative Self Talk into Positive Self TalkAll athletes have an inner critic -- that little voice that sounds a lot like a critical parent or friend who wants the best for you. However, the inner critic can often bring more harm than good, particularly when it’s more toward the negative side. If you’re someone who consistently makes mean comments to yourself, this episode is for you. Lewis goes through a powerful exercise that will help you turn your negative self-talk into positive self-talk. [02:30] Introduction[04:28] Understanding Instructional and Motivational Self-talk[07:30] Self-talk to Improve Your Confidence[11:40] The First...2022-05-1723 minMindStrong#127 - How to Avoid ComplacencyComplacency is when you ultimately become comfortable and take the gas off on routines, schedules, and goals. This stops you from being forward-thinking and being open to new opportunities, losing all the progress you’ve made. In this episode, Lewis discusses the signposts and issues with complacency but not without solutions on how to avoid slipping into this behavior.[01:58] What Does Complacency Look Like?[05:36] How to Avoid Complacency[08:06] Solutions to Complacency[11:01] Plan Your Successes[13:30] Closing NotesThis episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi.Available on iOS & AndroidConnect wi...2022-05-1014 minMindStrong#126 - How to Plan your Training for Better ResultsAthletes who go through their training sometimes fall back into old habits as soon as they step on the field instead of focusing on important goals. Lewis’ exercises allow you to shift your focus towards process-driven goals instead of outcome-driven ones to help you stay on track, motivated, and purposeful.[02:03] Introduction[04:12] How to Measure Success[07:53] Required Energy in a Session[09:30] Controllables and Uncontrollables[11:18] Training Mantra[12:42] Trusting the Process[14:07] Closing NotesGet your FREE Training Planner, Meal Planner & Habit Tracker PDFs - lewishatchett.com/downloadsThis episode is sp...2022-05-0315 minMindStrong#125 - Breathing Exercises for Anxiety & NervesOur nerves and anxieties can cripple us in our performances. It can come knocking at your door when you least expect it. In this episode, Lewis gives the hows and whys of proper breathing techniques and a couple of breathing exercises he recommends to manage nerves, stress, and anxiety. [01:39] Importance of Breathing[05:12] The Simple Science of Breathing[08:57] Breathing Exercises to Do[17:46] Why We Need to Practice Our Breathing[18:36] The Two Most Effective Ways of Breathing[20:38] Physiology of Breathing According to Andrew D. Huberman[24:40] Breathwork[29:14] Closing NotesGet y...2022-04-2630 minMindStrong#124 - Chelsea Tuach | Trusting in your DecisionsChelsea Tuach is a professional Surfer from Barbados, recently winning the Barbados Surf Pro as well as being one of the highest ranked surfers from Barbados. She shares her love for surfing and the surfing community, how she prepares for competitions, and how she trusts no one but herself and Mother Nature.[01:59] Introducing Chelsea Tuach [03:52] Feeling the Expectations and Riding a Good Wave [08:59] Chelsea’s Love of Surfing [12:05] Chelsea’s Roles Models and the Surfing Community [17:57] Escaping the Sport and the Pandemic Effect [24:20] Where the Mind Goes When Riding the Waves [28:14] How Chelsea...2022-04-1948 minMindStrong#123 - Leon Taylor | Having a Foundation of WellnessLeon Taylor is a former Olympic diver, commentator, speaker, and wellness expert. We talk about his childhood, diving, competing in the Olympics, as well as dealing with judgments and expectations towards athletes, his work as a mentor for Tom Daley, and his thoughts and beliefs on the role of wellness in an athlete’s performance.[01:48] Introducing Leon Taylor and Diving Training[10:03] Why Gymnastics and Diving[13:41] Genetics and Physicality in Diving[19:36] Embracing Help[27:21] The Vulnerable “Bulletproof” Athlete[30:03] Winning the Olympics After a 44-Year Drought[34:35] Controlling Anxieties on Pressures and Expectations[43:18] Bringing the Be...2022-04-121h 35MindStrong#122 - How to Manage Stress as an AthleteApril is Stress Awareness Month and we all know that stress isn’t going anywhere, especially aggravated by the pandemic. In this episode, Lewis aims to build awareness of your own stress and how to properly manage it as well as the four types of stress that people experience.[01:08] Eustress and Destress[05:57] The Four Types of Stress: Physical[15:42] The Four Types of Stress: Mental[21:35] The Four Types of Stress: Emotional[23:19] The Four Types of Stress: Social[25:12] Managing Stress[28:53] Closing NotesVote for Raising Your Game as the Best Performance an...2022-04-0530 minMindStrong#121 - Rhiannan Iffland | Facing Fear from a HeightRhiannan Iffland is a four-time consecutive Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series champion and two-time World Aquatics Championships gold medalist for high diving. A former acrobatic trampolining and diving entertainer on cruise ships, she tells her story on how she grew to love diving, how she prepares for it, and why she keeps on diving.[02:21] Introducing Rhiannan Iffland and Her Training[10:47] The Mental Preparation[15:12] Pre-Dive Preparation[19:07] Rhiannan’s Mentality[21:19] Favorite Diving Spot[23:51] Rhiannan’s Hobbies Outside of Diving[28:00] What Diving Has Taught Rhiannan[32:12] Rhiannan’s RecommendationsRhiannan on Instag...2022-03-2934 minMindStrong#120 - Jamal Hill | Swimming Up HillJamal Hill is a paralympic swimmer and bronze medal winner at the 2020 Summer Paralympics in Tokyo. He grew up with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a hereditary neurological disability that affects one in 2,500 people. He talks about how he sets his goals, his struggles, and how his journey to a podium win.[02:12] Introducing Jamal Hill[03:34] Resetting Goals and Meditation[07:11] Struggles and Control [17:13] Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease[26:38] Jamal’s Journey of Embracing Living with CMT[31:31] Jamal’s Advice[35:03] Where to Find JamalYou can reach Jamal on his Instagram and at SwimUphill.org.This...2022-03-2236 minMindStrong#119 - From Rare Condition To Pro Sport (My Story)After more than a hundred episodes, Lewis shares his life story and journey as a professional cricket player. Born with Poland syndrome and told by doctors to avoid sports, he shares the highs and lows of growing up, training to become a professional cricket player, and how yoga and mindfulness saved him.[02:17] Lewis’ Story and Condition [12:28] Training with the Pros [18:19] First Injury [22:11] Travelling and Training Alone in Australia [26:11] Going Back to the UK and Finally Playing Professional [33:15] Curiosity and Open-Mindedness [35:52] Major Injury and Retirement [38:06] Identity Loss and Transition to Yoga and Mindf...2022-03-1549 minMindStrong#118 - Amanda Presgraves | Peeling Back the Layers of an AthleteAmanda Presgraves is a former competitive swimmer and a world-level teen USA triathlete. We talk about reframing negative experiences, living with ADHD, and her work in food and nutrition with her new book coming out soon entitled “The Non-Recipe Book”.[02:53] Introducing Amanda Presgraves[05:18] Getting into Endurance [07:37] Life Post-Career [10:51] Beginner’s Mindset [18:48] Mindfulness and Being a “Multipotentialite” [31:19] Swimming Culture Towards Men [35:36] Exploration with Food [41:20] Being Compassionate for Your Food [50:54] Food is Medicine [55:52] Growing Up With ADHD [01:03:25] Embracing Uniqueness [01:10:11] Gratitude and “Our Best Self Story” [01:15:35] Amanda’s Book Recommendations ...2022-03-081h 19MindStrong#117 - Cathy O'Dowd | More Than One Way to the TopCathy O'Dowd is a rock climber, mountaineer, author, motivational speaker, and the first woman to reach the summit of Mt. Everest both from the north and south sides. She shares the importance of training for the summit, reaching Mt. Everest, and the highs and lows that come with it.[02:43] Introducing Cathy O’Dowd [04:57] Motivation Behind Climbing [07:50] Training Elements and Controlling Fear [13:30] Adaptability and Teamwork [17:28] Going Against Fear and Pressure [20:09] Techniques to Train Your Mind [22:47] Cathy’s First Climb on the South Side of Mt. Everest [28:35] What It’s Like on Top2022-03-011h 07MindStrong#116 - Discovering Your Own ValuesHow can you discover your values? Values are important because it’s your code of conduct for yourself in the world to help you make decisions and identify who you are, how you live, ad how you interact with others. Your values can change overtime but you can develop them through a set of exercises to constantly come back to, reiterate, further understand, and deepen your understanding of what your values look like and the things and behaviors that are going to show how you bring them to the world.[01:24] Developing Values [06:11] Exercises in Creating Values2022-02-2219 minMindStrong#115 - Marc Pugh | The Foodie FootballerMarc Pugh is a former professional footballer having played in the Premier League at AFC Bournemouth and English League at Bury, Shrewsbury Town, Luton Town, Hereford United. He talks about football, life beyond sports, and his love for food through his Instagram handle, The Foodie Footballer.[02:58] Introducing Marc Pugh[06:55] Navigating Change of Managers in Football[09:08] Positive and Negative Self-Talk[12:24] Big and Small Leagues in Football[16:15] Playing in Front of Thousands of People[21:50] Navigating the End of Career and Crystal Palace[27:08] Life Beyond Sport[30:30] Mental Health, Meditation, and Stress Management[35:33...2022-02-151h 11MindStrong#114 - Reframing Negative ExperiencesThe fear of failure is prevalent and the weight of expectations from the past can really hold a person down. Lewis shares his own personal experience with failure and exercises on how to reframe these negative experiences in our head, what they teach us, and how to use them moving forward. [01:24] Negative Experiences [04:33] Questions to Reframe Experiences [07:07] Lewis’ Personal Experience [11:25] The Eraser TestYou can find the Meditation for Athletes video on Sport Yogi here and the Sport Yogi app here.Vote for Raising Your Game as the Best Performance and Well...2022-02-0816 minMindStrong#113 - Building Your ConfidenceConfidence is at an all-time low among young people, whether in sports or in schools. In this episode, Lewis shares his personal journey with confidence, what it really means to be confident, and some very important exercises on how to achieve this state of being a truly confident person. [02:54] Lewis’ Personal Journey with Confidence [06:06] What is Confidence? [09:46] Performance Psychology and Goal-Setting [16:39] Consistent Confidence [19:33] “Controllables” and Anxiety [23:09] We Never Lose Our Confidence [24:26] Exercises to Building Confidence [32:29] Closing NotesYou can find the Meditation for Athletes video on Sport Yogi here and th...2022-02-0134 minMindStrong#112 - Dan Jansen | The Power of DedicationDan Jansen is a former Olympic champion and world record holder in speed skating. One of the most inspiring stories in Olympic history, he shares his dealing with grief, seeking a sports psychologist, and his Olympic journey in the 500-m sprint.[03:57] Introducing Dan Jansen[08:18] Bumps Along the Road[13:34] Dan’s Olympic Journey[17:48] Dan Dealing with Grief[20:58] Mental Prep[25:14] Getting Back to the Ice[28:50] Dr. Jim Loehr’s Role in Dan’s Life[32:11] Loving the 1000-m Sprint[33:47] Mindfulness and Gratitude Exercises[35:16] Dan Managing His Jinx[38:05] The 500-m Sprint and th...2022-01-251h 01MindStrong#111 - Finding and Owning Your StrengthsLast January 17 was Blue Monday in the UK and on this episode of Raising Your Game, Lewis talks about finding and owning your strengths. He gives advice on honing your own unique strength and skills and what we can learn from the Thai soccer team during the Tham Luang Cave Rescue back in 2018.[03:34] Blue Monday[05:32] Mindsets[07:09] Knowing Your Strength[11:24] The Thai Soccer Team from the Tham Luang Cave Rescue [13:53] Doubling Down on Your Strength[16:29] Closing NotesVote for Raising Your Game as the Best Performance and Wellbeing Podcast at the S...2022-01-1817 minMindStrong#110 - Nicole Snell | Combatting ConflictNicole Snell is the owner and CEO of Girls Fight Back, a personal self-defense, safety, and empowerment company for women and marginalized communities.Nicole shares her knowledge on managing conflict, ego, and masculinity. She talks about how we can be more confident, courageous, and truly aware when faced with danger, violence, and unwanted behavior.[01:23] Introducing Nicole Snell [02:35] What Nicole Does [05:57] Nicole’s Training for Self-Defense [10:12] Elements of Handling Conflict [14:58] Conflict and Masculinity [18:38] Empowerment and Education [24:53] The Pandemic Shift [26:43] Youth Behavior and School Violence [29:17] Awareness and Acknowledgement [32:35] The Bystander...2022-01-1144 minMindStrong#109 - Best Bits from 2021Here are just a selection of some of the best bits in 2021 from the podcast[3:49] Travis Head[7:50] Brooke Neal[11:05] Dr Jim Taylor[14:48] Dale Steyn[17:15] Helen Richardson-Walsh[19:33] Geoff Thomas[22:03] James Kerr[41:50] Chris Mosier[49:08] Patrick Mckeown[56:03] Dr Jim Loehr[1:05:46] Jon Lewis[1:10:17] Michelle Carter[1:13:35] Ruby TuiBe one of the first 100 to receive a Mindstrong journal by signing up at lewishatchett.com/mindstrongThis episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi.Available on iOS & AndroidConnect with Lewis at:TikTok: @lewis...2022-01-041h 20MindStrong#108 - Jim Loehr | Leading with CharacterDr. Jim Loehr is a world-renowned performance psychologist who has worked with top performers in sport, business, medicine, and law enforcement including 17 number one athletes, Fortune 100 executives, FBI Hostage Rescue Teams, and military Special Forces. His science-based energy training system has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Newsweek, Time, and other leading publications. Lewis and Jim discuss his newest book called Leading with Character. They talk about building mental toughness, discovering purpose, and what it means to leave a legacy. [03:31] How Jim got into performance psychology Link: https://www.apa.org/education-career/guide/subfields/per...2021-12-2858 minMindStrong#107 - Jodie Williams | Being Kinder to YourselfJodie Williams is a British sprinter specializing in 100, 200, and 400 meters and has participated in the 2016 Rio and 2020 Tokyo Olympics.Jodie shares her athletic journey throughout the years, from training in 100- and 200-meter sprints, her experience with therapy, how she changed disciplines for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, and the importance of, more than anything, being kind to yourself as an athlete. [02:50] Introducing Jodie Williams[05:39] Jodie’s Routine[15:53] Being Kind to Yourself[22:23] Jodie Rising Up from Adversity[29:37] Therapy in Athletes[35:41] How Jodie Got into Sports[39:12] Changing Disciplines for Tokyo 2020 Olympics[46:26] Wha...2021-12-211h 00MindStrong#106 - James Kerr | The Meaning of Team CultureJames Kerr is the author of the popular book “Legacy” which is all about his time spent learning off the New Zealand All Blacks, one of the most successful teams in history.Lewis and James talk about what we can learn from teams across different kinds of sports: dealing with unique teammates, being a good leader, having character and talent, and the importance of love and deep human connection in every successful team.[03:11] Introducing James Kerr[05:13] New Zealand Cricket Team[10:57] Do Nice Guys Finish Last?[15:51] Be a Maverick or a Dickhead[24:27] Lead...2021-12-141h 02MindStrong#105 - Dr. Jim Taylor | Building your Mental TrainingDr. Jim Taylor is an internationally recognized sports psychologist who works with Olympic and world championship medalists, junior elite athletes, and other professionals across many different sports. Formerly, he was a world-ranked alpine ski racer. Currently, Jim is a 2nd-degree black belt in karate, a marathon runner, an Ironman triathlete, and a nationally ranked age-group triathlete. He’s also the author of 18 books and hundreds of articles in his field of expertise.Lewis and Jim discuss the importance of mental training and how to make a program for yourself. They also talk about Jim’s career as an a...2021-12-071h 37MindStrong#104 - Hugo Hammond | Staying True to Who You AreHugo Hammond and England Physical Disability Cricketer and was a contestant on the reality TV show, Love Island.Lewis and Hugo talk about Hugo’s family, his love for cricket, and his experience in the villas of Love Island. The talk about his goal of staying true to himself, spreading the importance of mental health and disabilities in sports and in life, and his rise to reality TV fame. [08:57] Being Wheelchair-bound [11:24] Elite Dream and Playing with Diverse People [21:19] Disability Bubble and Balancing Life [29:28] How Hugo Got into Love Island [33:08] His Experience [3...2021-11-301h 30MindStrong#103 - Goals vs ExpectationsLewis discusses goal setting and the role of mindfulness in managing motivations and expectations.[01:07]How to set goals[03:34] External vs internal motivation[06:50] Focus on the process[09:53] Mindfulness exercise about control[12:18] Wrap upBe one of the first 100 to receive a Mindstrong journal by signing up at lewishatchett.com. This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi. Available on iOS & Android Connect with Lewis at: TikTok: @lewis_hatchett Instagram: @lewishatchett For more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast2021-11-2317 minMindStrong#102 - Ed Latimore | Not Caring What Other People ThinkEd Latimore is a former professional heavy weight boxer. Outside of the ring, he is an army veteran, best-selling author, speaker, competitive chess player, and holds a bachelor of arts degree in Physics. Lewis and Ed discuss Ed’s journey into boxing that helped him develop a mastery mindset, his relationship with alcoholism and how he got sober, and his book Not Caring What People Think Is A Superpower. Lewis & Ed discuss:[03:53] How Ed got into boxing [06:38] The price of greatness [10:26] Ed’s internal locus of expectation [12:09] Developing a mastery mindset2021-11-161h 01MindStrong#101 - Patrick McKeown | How To Breathe Like A ProPatrick Mckeown is a world-renowned breathing practitioner, author and speaker that has helped thousands of people around the world, including athletes, military and other high performers.Lewis and Patrick discuss how functional breathing is not only the key to unlocking many different physical benefits to performance but for mental performance too.Lewis & Patrick discuss:COVID-19’s effect on the respiratory system and how to mitigate symptoms through nasal breathing. [04:15] Patrick shares his struggles with asthma and sleep apnea as a child. [11:09]Patrick’s first attempts into improving his own breathing through taping and d...2021-11-091h 03MindStrong#100 - Stevie Ward | Tackling the Mind of a ManStevie Ward is a former professional rugby league player and captain of Leeds Rhinos. Who’s career was cut short through concussion at the age of 27.On his retirement, he continued the growth of his business and brand, Mantality. Where he continues to change the stigma around men's vulnerability, mental health and the practices that help address how we see ourselves and breaking from the norm of what society creates a man to be.Lewis & Stevie Discuss:Stevie discusses his injuries and the effects he still feels until now. [6:46] Stevie shares the research and tre...2021-11-021h 31MindStrong#99 - How to Manage Athlete BurnoutLewis discusses the signs of athlete burnout, reasons for its causes, how it can be managed and avoided.In this episode:Introduction [0:00] Lewis talks about the difference between the burnout he feels now as a retired athlete versus when he was still a professional.[1:45]Lewis recalls that in the presence of stress, he felt ill physically. [3:41]Overtraining can lead to burnout. [6:39]Signs of burnout. [7:20]Causes of burnout. [9:18]Knowing the difference between being tired of being burned out. [10:29]Stress creates change. [10:55]Practice mindfulness as a check-in process. [13:09]Set healthy boundaries to avoid burnout. [14:15]Tip: Do a quick b...2021-10-2626 minMindStrong#42 - Luke Sutton | Facing Mental Health in SportIn this episode, I speak with Luke Sutton, former professional cricketer, now sports agent.In our conversation, we go into mental health in sport. We talk about Luke’s struggles he faced himself with his mental health, addiction both during and after his career. How he turned everything around having entered rehab, the lessons he learnt and advice he would give anyone to look after their mental wellbeing, not only in sport but for life as well. If you or anyone else you know is a strong advocate of mental health, then this is an epi...2020-10-0259 minMindStrong#41 - Kaitlin Sandeno | The Difference of Good vs GreatKaitlin Sandeno is a 2 time Olympic Swimmer with 1 Gold, 1 Silver a 2 bronze, former world champion and former word record holder. She first went to the Olympics at the age of 17! Our conversation goes into her upbringing, how she went about achieving her goals, her identity as an athlete as well as what she does now as General Manager of DC Trident, we also delve into a little bit about nutrition, fasting and ketogenic diet.Kaitlin on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaitlinsandenoWebsite - https://www.kaitlinsandeno.com/Kaitlins Book - Golden Glow2020-09-211h 10MindStrong#40 - Dan Lawson | Running the Entire Length of the UK in Record TimeDan Lawson is returning to the podcast! Dan is one of the best Ultra-runners in the world. Having just completed the Lands End to John O’Groats record, having attempted but not succeeded two years prior, he completed it this time round in 9 days 21 hours 14 minutes and 6 seconds.I wanted to catch up with Dan to find out more about how the run went, but we end up going into loads of other areas about where his mind went during this gruelling record attempt.Find Dan at: Instagram - @therunningdanTwitter - @th...2020-09-111h 04MindStrong#39 - James Taylor | How to Build Mental Toughness Through TrainingIn this episode I’m speaking with James Taylor, Former England Cricketer and now national selector. James’ career was suddenly cut short when he was diagnosed with Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy, a rare and life threatening heart condition that you’ll hear nearly killed him, it mean’t that he had to immediately stop play all sport and now can’t do anything to get his heart rate up. If you’re interested or intrigued by what mentally tough people do and think to have that mental toughness then James is someone to listen to. We talk about...2020-08-271h 31MindStrong#38 - Tianna Bartoletta | Experiencing Racism and How to Control What You CanTianna Bartoletta is a 2 time Olympian and 3 time Gold Medalist in the Long Jump and 4 x 100m where she holds the World Record with Team USA at London 2012.Our conversation goes into her time in track and field, her journey to the olympics, becoming world champion at 19, how she benefits from yoga on and off the track, her experiences of casual racism, the creative process of writing and bobsled!You can find Tianna atInstagram - @tianna.bartolettaTwitter - @tibartolettatiannabee.comBe one of the FIRST...2020-08-181h 19MindStrong#37 - The Benefits of Purposeful Training and Breathing Through Your Nose.In this episode I talk about the benefit of stepping out of your environment to gain clarity in the mind and reset yourself to gain a better understanding on where you can improve.I discuss what you can gain through purposeful training and how added focus will bring about added improvements.How breathing through your nose can improve your performance, the Bohr effect and wellbeing benefits that it brings.To become one of the first to get and try the App. Register at sportyogi.comFollow Sport Yogi2020-08-1330 minMindStrong#36 - Zach Bitter | How to Run 100 miles in Under 12 HoursThis weeks episode is with the incredible Zach Bitter (@zachbitter). His insane current world records include running the 100 mile record (11h 19m 13s), 12 hour record (104.88miles) and the 100 mile treadmill record (12h 09m 15s). In our conversation we talk about his training into running these incredible distances at an outstanding pace as well topics around diet, footwear, how to pace your training, where to begin when looking to take on a goal.Find Zach at:zachbitter.comInstagram - @zachbitterTwitter - @zbitterHigh Performance Outliers Podcast To...2020-08-041h 28MindStrong#35 - Eric Cressey | How to Coach the Individual and Imposter SyndromeEric Cressey is one of the worlds most sought after coaches in the world of strength and conditioning. As founder of Cressey Sports Performance and Head of Player Health and Performance at the New York Yankees.Having now niched his work in the world of baseball, Eric has worked with top athletes in sport and now has people travelling from far and wide to train at his facilities.We talk about how he got into the world of S&C as well as his view on coaching and how he's been able to build such...2020-07-2851 minMindStrong#34 - Anna Meares | How to Overcome AdversitiesAnna Meares is a 4-time olympian, olympic champion and national hero of Australia. Our conversation we talk about coming from a country town of Australia to dominating the world stage of cycling. Anna's outlook on drive, competition, rivalries and being the best is fascinating, all while staying humble and grounded. This episode has something for all of you with some inspirational gems within.Anna has a new book released called 'Now, Sometimes the end of the race is only the beginning' and you can find her on:Twitter: @annamearesInstagram: @annameareswww.annameares.com...2020-07-211h 10MindStrong#33 - Ask Me Anything #1 - Starting a stretching routine, Overcoming the Yips and Recovery to beat sorenessThis first episode of Ask Me Anything is where I ask the listeners to send in their question that I answer in this episode.The questions and topics in this episode involve how it is best to start a stretching routine after years of neglect, how to overcome the yips and ways to reduce the amount of muscle soreness.The Sport Yogi app is coming soon!It will be a place for those in sport, where you can access simple to follow and understand sessions to improve flexibility, strength balance and...2020-06-3023 minMindStrong#32 - Finding your Role Models, Confidence and Mental StrengthIn this episode episode I talk about Role Models, Confidence and Mental Strength. I explain who my role models were, what I took from them, how to look for your own and what you could look to take from them.I talk about confidence, what that looks like, how you build up confidence and a method in which you can use to find your own.Finally I explain how I believe in changing the narrative of Mental Health and how I believe it is similar to building physical strength, mental strength. I give an example of a...2020-06-2337 minMindStrong#31 - Annette Edmondson | Dealing with The Olympics being Rescheduled and Sibling RivalryAnnette Edmondson is a World Champion and Olympic Cyclist for Australia.Having competed in the London and Rio games she was on track for Tokyo when it became postponed for 2021. So we speak about how she’s adjusted, what she is focusing on now, how the time off has given her a sense of perspective and created a fire within her for the games.We also got to speak about the sibling rivalry that she hold with her brother Alex, where they both have attended the olympics together.If you’re a keen cycl...2020-06-1659 min