

MindStrong
Lewis Hatchett
Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur or student, making sense of the world right now is more challenging than ever. Navigating this landscape demands resilience, accountability, mental fortitude, emotional intelligence, and the courage to embrace vulnerability. Listen to some of the world's most insightful individuals to help make sense of it all. The path isn’t easy, but a strong mind will find a way.
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Jul 13, 2021 • 24min
#84 - Thoughts on the Euros 2020 & What We Can Learn.
Lewis talks about the Euros 2020, with England losing in the final to Italy on penalties, the lessons that can be taken from the good and bad that has happened surrounding the England Football Team.This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi.For Athletes that want to Breathe, Think and Move Better...The Sport Yogi app is available on iOS & AndroidVisit sportyogi.com for moreConnect with Lewis at:Instagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast

Jul 6, 2021 • 16min
#83 - How to Come Back after Losing
The podcast discusses how to come back after experiencing a loss in a match, competition, or poor training session. They explore the mindset and emotions that come with losing, reflect on personal growth, and emphasize the importance of focusing on what you can control. They also discuss how managing emotions and expectations can shape an athlete's reputation and the negative impact of dwelling on losses.

Jun 29, 2021 • 1h 19min
#82 - Laurence Halsted | Becoming a True Athlete
Former two time Olympic Fencer Laurence Halsted discusses his journey to the Olympics, emotions surrounding it, and his new book. They explore holistic approach to sport, self-compassion, connection, fear, and more. Also, the importance of finding meaning and enjoyment, self-compassion, and embracing failure in sports training.

Jun 22, 2021 • 1h 26min
#81 - Dan Van Zandt | The Importance of Flexibility for Athletes
Dan Van Zandt is a flexibility researcher, educator and coach and probably one of the (if not the) most knowledgable people in the world of flexibility.This episode is one that brings a lot of knowledge and science around flexibility, the importance of it for athletes and how to best build it. Lewis and Dan talk about some of the myths that are around flexibility, its impact on the body but also its impact on the mind for athletes, type of flexibility and where best to begin when trying to increase flexibility. They also talk about how yoga can be of great benefit for athletes not just for the physical gains but the mental resilience it can build too.Dan is the go-to man when it comes to flexibility knowledgeable and this discussion hopes to give some insight and advice that you can take to help you on your flexibility journey.You can find Dan onInstagram and FacebookFor more on the Master Trainer Course and videos visit flexibilityresearch.comThis episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi.Yoga, Mindfulness and Meditation for Athletes...The Sport Yogi app is available on iOS & AndroidVisit sportyogi.com for moreConnect with Lewis at:Instagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast

Jun 15, 2021 • 52min
#80 - Travis Head | Being a Young Leader, Managing being Dropped and In & Out of Form
Travis Head, Intl. Australian Cricketer, shares insights on being the youngest captain for South Australia, managing being dropped, and performing under pressure. Topics include form management, analyzing video footage, training routines, finding time for personal activities, and lessons learned from early leadership mistakes.

Jun 8, 2021 • 20min
#79 - 3 Breathing Exercises for Athletes
Learn about 3 breathing exercises for athletes and everyday people to improve focus and performance. Also, discover a recovery breath technique for relaxation. Incorporate post-workout breathing exercises to promote physical and mental recovery. Build endurance and promote relaxation with 2 breathing exercises for athletes. Access these exercises through a sport yoga app with a special discount code for listeners.

Jun 1, 2021 • 45min
#78 - Michelle Carter | How to be Confident
Michelle Carter, 2016 Olympic Shot Put Champion, talks about confidence, parents coaching their kids, managing expectations, and her outlook on these topics. She started the You Throw Girl Confidence Camps. Her father, Michael, had a 9 year NFL career with the San Francisco 49ers and was a Silver Medalist in the Shot Put at the Olympics. They also discuss training adjustments during the pandemic, the importance of pilates and yoga for shot put, and the aftermath of winning an Olympic Games.

May 25, 2021 • 25min
#77 - Benefits of Yoga for Athletes
Learn about the benefits of yoga for athletes, including improved flexibility, strength, and mental performance. Discover how yoga can reduce injuries and enhance overall quality of life. Get tips on getting started with yoga as an athlete and incorporating it into your routine. Explore different styles of yoga and how they can aid in recovery and injury prevention. Don't miss out on the Sport Yogi app and the resources it offers.

May 18, 2021 • 23min
#76 - Meditation and Mindfulness Tips for Athletes
Learn about the benefits of mindfulness and meditation for athletes, incorporating these practices through yoga and physical movement, the power of mindfulness for reducing stress and anxiety, and how to practice mindfulness and meditation in daily life. Discover the challenges athletes face and the advantages of using the Sport Yogi app.

May 11, 2021 • 22min
#75 - Why your Mental Health Matters as an Athlete
With this week being Mental Health Awareness Week. I talk about why it's important to talk about, work on or maintain your mental health as an athlete. Not only to make you a more mentally agile athlete on the field but a more rounded person of it too.If you're interested in trying meditation and mindfulness as an athlete, this episode is sponsored by Sport YogiFor Athletes that want to Breathe, Think and Move Better...The Sport Yogi app is now available.Download atiOSAndroidVisit sportyogi.com for moreConnect with Lewis at:Instagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast