Steve Magness, a renowned performance expert and author of "Win the Inside Game," discusses the pitfalls of modern achievement obsession that lead to self-sabotage. He shares insights on how social media can disrupt personal growth and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and daily habits for personal fulfillment. Magness challenges fitness myths, advocating for a focus on sustainable training and internal satisfaction rather than external validation. His framework encourages exploration, curiosity, and resilience on the path to genuine thriving.

Steve Magness, a former elite track athlete, coach, and author, shares his insights on resilience and high performance. He emphasizes the importance of mental skills and intrinsic motivation in achieving excellence. Steve discusses the ethical dilemmas in sports, including whistleblowing on toxic practices and the need for integrity. He critiques traditional concepts of toughness, advocating for mindfulness and emotional awareness instead. The conversation also highlights the significance of fostering a supportive environment for athletes to thrive.

Steve Magness, a world-renowned performance expert and author, shares insights on the mental aspects of high-level achievement. He emphasizes the power of intrinsic motivation over external validation for personal success. Magness discusses the importance of mental resilience, self-awareness, and the psychological impacts of performance expectations. He contrasts healthy sports cultures with toxic parenting in athletics, advocating for supportive environments that prioritize joy and personal growth. This enlightening conversation inspires a deeper understanding of the mental game in performance.

Today, we go wading in the murky waters of 2023 wellness trends. We’re talking cold plunges, fitness trackers, and recovery scores. And on the more prosaic side, the real science of coffee and alcohol.Today’s guests are Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness. They are the cofounders of The Growth Equation, a multimedia platform dedicated to health, excellence, and well-being. They are authors of ‘Peak Performance,’ ‘Do Hard Things,’ and ‘The Practice of Groundedness.’ And for quite a while I have considered them to be ideal guides in this hype-filled world of biomarkers, biohacks, and fitness.If you have questions, observations, or ideas for future episodes, email us at PlainEnglish@Spotify.com. You can find us on TikTok at www.tiktok.com/@plainenglish_Host: Derek ThompsonGuests: Brad Stulberg and Steve MagnessProducer: Devon Manze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the year comes to a close, I want to take some time to appreciate the unbelievable library of conversations we’ve recorded over the last 12 months. To celebrate all of these amazing episodes, we indulge an annual tradition on the podcast, ending each year with a 2-part compilation of the finest excerpts from the previous 12 months of the show. Enjoy.Guest List + Full Episode Links: RRP 666: Andrew Huberman RRP 687: Lisa Bilyeu RRP 676: Terry Crews RRP 654: Lisa Miller, PhD RRP 677: Brad Stulberg RRP 657: Jacqueline Novogratz RRP 680: Dr. Will Bulsiewicz RRP 689: Camille Herron RRP 658: Harvey Lewis RRP 699: Susan Cain RRP 664: Simon Hill RRP 710: Julie Piatt RRP 686: Steve Magness RRP 673: Mentalist Oz Pearlman Show notes + MOREWatch on YouTubeNewsletter Sign-UpPeace + Plants,Rich

Steve Magness and Brad Stulberg discuss health fads like VO2 Max, supplement mania, sunlight benefits, and Silicon Valley dreams of immortality. They also dive into the risks of unregulated supplements, the importance of rituals over supplements, and the controversy surrounding longevity claims in the health industry.

Steve Magness, a world-renowned expert on high performance and author of "Win the Inside Game," discusses the importance of defining success on your own terms. He shares his courageous journey as a whistleblower at Nike, emphasizing the need to prioritize integrity over ambition. Magness also presents his framework for sustainable excellence, highlighting the importance of clarity in who you are, your pursuits, and your community. He encourages listeners to overcome the fear of failure, fostering a more meaningful and resilient life through supportive connections and self-awareness.

Steve Magness, an expert in performance psychology and author of "Win the Inside Game," delves into the psychological traps of choking under pressure. He discusses how modern societal stresses contribute to feelings of anxiety and burnout. Magness outlines a three-step framework to help individuals transition from merely surviving to truly thriving. He emphasizes the importance of clarity in identity, the power of belonging, and the need to redefine success beyond external validation, fostering resilience in both personal and professional spheres.

With Brad out for the week, Steve leads a solo podcast addressing the latest studies on exercise. Steve explains relative effort, interval training, strength training, and adjusting to retirement and aging. As mentioned in this episode, Dan John’s book “Easy Strength” can be found at this link.You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherCheck out our exclusive community offers on Patreon here.Get Do Hard Things and The Practice of Groundedness on audible (Or in hard copy: Hard Things here and Groundedness here).Please write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessThe post 171 – Steve Magness Gives a Masterclass on Exercise appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Magness, a world-renowned expert on performance and coauthor of bestselling books, dives into the nuances of resilience. He challenges common perceptions, advocating for a deeper understanding of discomfort as a pathway to growth. Magness emphasizes the importance of supportive environments over authoritarian tactics in coaching. He shares insights on how endurance and personal control can foster resilience, linking personal growth to choices made in the face of challenges. His perspective redefines toughness and the long game in both sports and life.