Motiv8 - The Motivation Podcast and Inspiration Podcast Ed Mylett: The 500 Shots a Day Rule - Why Elite Performers Never Stop Practicing
Aug 4, 2025
Ed Mylett, an entrepreneur and peak performance expert, dives deep into the 500 shots a day rule, emphasizing the importance of relentless practice for achieving greatness. He shares inspiring stories of elite athletes like a top basketball player, Tiger Woods, and singer Adele, showcasing how dedication and repetition are vital in overcoming challenges. Mylett discusses the mindset needed to continuously improve and resist mediocrity, encouraging listeners to set higher standards for themselves to unlock their fullest potential.
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Repetitions Define Greatness
- Greatness requires an extraordinary number of repetitions to master a skill.
- Even the best, like Steph Curry, practice hundreds of times daily to stay elite under pressure.
Be The Best In Industry
- Success finds those who are outstanding, not just good enough.
- Being the best in your industry requires significantly more practice than being the best locally.
Tiger Woods' Obsessive Practice
- Tiger Woods hit around 1000 golf balls daily, practicing up to 10 hours per day at his peak.
- Even though he was already the best, relentless practice kept him dominant for over a decade.