If you’re someone who actually believes that people don’t change, prepare for a major mindset shift.Meet John McAvoy.Returning for his 2nd appearance on the podcast, John is positive transformation rendered in human form—and his story is one of the most compelling, improbable, inspirational, and cinematic tales you will ever be privileged to hear.The McAvoy name might ring a bell for longtime listeners. He first appeared on the show a little over four years ago on episode #379—a conversation that ranks among the most memorable and impactful in the ten-year history of the show.For those unfamiliar, John is a former high-profile armed robber, one of Britain’s most successful career criminals and most wanted men. His reckoning was delivered in the form of a double life sentence (the 2nd of 2 prison stints) on the notorious Belmarsh high-security wing—a space he shared with extremist cleric Abu Hamza and the 7/7 bombers.To the rational outsider, John’s future was bleak. But a chance encounter with prison gym indoor rowing machine would ultimately change his life forever. In short shrift, John ended up breaking a cluster of British and World indoor rowing records while incarcerated, and upon parole, began forging a new life as a professional endurance athlete.Today, John is a Nike-sponsored Ironman athlete living in the Alps, a vegan (not my doing—I promise), and a stalwart mouthpiece for prison reform who has testified at 10 Downing Street. But above all, he’s a staunch advocate for the inherent power we all possess to course correct the trajectory of our lives, no matter how dire the circumstances.I was in London recently and couldn’t resist the opportunity to reconvene with this legend. This episode is old school—no video, just two guys vibing across a kitchen table. We pick right up where we last left off four years prior and dive even deeper into John’s remarkable story to further mine the extraordinary, latent potential we all hold to better ourselves.Watch: YouTube.Read: Show notes.As you’ll soon discover, John’s greatest heist isn’t a bank—it’s his life.Peace + Plants,Rich

This is our second episode in our special mini-series focusing on change. Rethinking how we can create change and helping you understand and implement the building blocks for lasting change. These short episodes every Friday in January look at some ideas which might help you to break that cycle featuring expert advice from our guests. In Week One we focussed on goals (listen here: https://pod.fo/e/15b825 ). This week we look at MOTIVATION - the why we do anything. Jake and Damian will look at the different drivers of motivation…Extrinsic motivation feat. Zack George (Ep53 https://pod.fo/e/c4547 )Intrinsic motivation feat. Rangan Chattergee (Ep110 https://pod.fo/e/115f19 )Desperation feat. John McAvoy (Ep85 https://pod.fo/e/f0815 ) Rationalisation feat. Angela Ruggerio (Ep92 https://pod.fo/e/fb0cb ):Inspiration feat. Joe Wicks (Ep109 https://pod.fo/e/11450c)Next Friday we focus on CONSISTENCY. We want January to set you up for the whole of 2023!- - - - - - - - -Get the last tickets for our 2023 Live Tour now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023. Coming to Norwich, London, Nottingham, Oxford, Northampton, Glasgow, Cardiff, Guildford, Leeds, Manchester.Out now - The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournalSubscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRDFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformanceJoin our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub

This week’s bitesize clip comes from a man who has lived two lives - former convicted armed robber turned elite athlete, John McAvoy.John became the proud holder of three world records and seven British records in indoor rowing, all achieved in confinement.John talks about the power of letting go of his ego to move forward. Listen to the full episode with John and understand how we can all change our situation by changing our mindset: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/johnmcavoy- - - - - Check out our new addition - The High Performance Circle: The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk You can also find exclusive podcasts, keynote speeches and boosts from some very special guests. Sign up! www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk

What a special series it’s been for all the HPP team! Our biggest series to date, we released our first book, met you at our first live shows and announced our 2022 Live Tour! 💥💥As customary now, Jake and Damian reflect on the key takeaways from the incredible guests from Series Six including Mark Cavendish, Mel Robbins, Michael Bisping, John McAvoy, Will Ahmed, Alastair Campbell, Dan Carter, Andrew Trimble, Steve Morgan, Sam Heughan, Angela Roggiero and Mark Webber. This series wrap up we’re basing around the five stages of successful change: Dream, Leap, Fight, Climb, Arrive. Jake and Damian talk through these stages and both pick out their favourite clips and tell you why. Thank you for all your DMs, comments and reviews this series, you all make the High Performance Podcast what it is by sharing, commenting and reviewing. And huge thank you to Lotus Cars our sponsor for their continued support. We couldn’t do it without you!.......Tickets are on sale for our LIVE TOUR in 2022. Buy here: https://sjm.lnk.to/HPPL Buy our book ‘Lessons From the Best on Becoming Your Best: http://smarturl.it/hv0sdzBuy our audiobook: https://adbl.co/3xQQSCF

This week Jake and Damian speak with current Nike athlete, and former convicted armed robber, John McAvoy.John speaks about how his past and time in solitary confinement transformed his view of life and what fuelled him to succeed in the sporting world.John became the proud holder of three world records and seven British records in indoor rowing, all achieved in confinement.John’s book – Redemption is available to buy here.. . . . . . . High Performance Live Podcast Tour 2022 - Sign up here - thehighperformancepodcast.com/signup  Get a special signed copy of our first book, out Dec 9th: https://bit.ly/3kCqhFpPre-order link: http://smarturl.it/hv0sdzPre-order the audiobook: https://adbl.co/3xQQSCF There are a few tickets left for the book tour! Join us in Bristol (14th December) to have a chat and get a signed copy 👉https://bit.ly/HPPliveThanks also to GIVEMESPORT - the exclusive sports partner of the High Performance Podcast. To gain further access to editorial and social content from the Podcast click here https://www.givemesport.com/podcast