The High Performance Podcast

E68 - Daniel Sturridge: The power of unfinished business

Jun 30, 2021

Daniel Sturridge, a former Premier League and Champions League star, shares insights from his remarkable football journey. He discusses the emotional complexities and misconceptions of being a professional athlete, emphasizing the critical role of mental resilience. Sturridge reflects on rediscovering joy in football, the significance of personal interests, and the impact of clarity on overcoming regret. He also highlights the importance of strength, vulnerability, and accountability in his ongoing transformation and quest to return to elite football.

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Episode notes

Intro

5min

Mindset and Misconceptions in Sports

26min

Reclaiming Freedom on the Field

18min

The Impact of Clarity on Regret and Accountability

2min

Journey to Transformation

8min

Strength and Resilience: The Athlete's Journey

7min

Reflections and Gratitude: A Farewell to Euro 2020 Specials

3min

It’s the last in our EUROS special! Today we’re joined by footballer Daniel Sturridge.

Daniel started his career at Manchester City before signing for Chelsea in 2009, where he scored 24 before he was sold to Liverpool for £12m in 2013.

Daniel played and scored regularly in the 2013-14 season, when Liverpool came close to winning the Premier League title and he was part of the squad that won the Champions League in 2019.

Now in LA, he is training and focused for a return to elite football.

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