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Jeff Spencer: The Champion Blueprint and the Eight Inevitable Steps to Peak Performance

Dec 8, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Jeff Spencer, a former Olympic cyclist and renowned performance coach, shares insights from his journey of resilience and achievement. He unpacks his eight steps to peak performance, emphasizing the importance of clarity in legacy, vision, and mindset. Jeff explains that rest is a competitive advantage and that focusing on critical success factors is essential to avoid burnout. He also discusses the importance of mentors and the role of a 'corner man' in high-stakes situations, providing invaluable lessons from his experience with elite athletes.
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ANECDOTE

Athlete Turned Sports Chiropractor

  • Jeff studied sports science at USC and later became a top sports chiropractor to prevent injuries.
  • His blend of athlete experience and clinical skill made him a sought-after performance specialist.
ANECDOTE

From Welfare To The Olympics

  • Jeff Spencer became an Olympian after mentors guided him through hardship and poverty.
  • He used scholarships and study to turn athletic success into academic expertise in sports science.
INSIGHT

Eight-Step Blueprint For Peak Performance

  • Jeff identifies eight sequential steps every prolific performer follows to create sustained excellence.
  • The steps form a predictable blueprint that lets you know what to do now and what comes next.
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