MindStrong

This podcast discusses the importance of asking questions at all stages of life, emphasizing the courage and vulnerability required. Personal stories highlight the value of seeking guidance and information. The power of asking questions to gain confidence and grow is explored, along with the continuous process of seeking advice and self-improvement. Self-awareness exercises are provided to encourage personal growth.

This podcast explores the benefits of mindfulness in sports, discussing how it can help athletes stay focused, reduce anxiety, and create more awareness. It emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment and avoiding distractions, and discusses the use of mindfulness techniques in sports, particularly in golf. The podcast also explores how mindfulness can enhance sports performance by improving focus and reducing distractions.

Lewis talks about the recent news around athletes such as Simone Biles & Ben Stokes taking breaks due to protecting their mental health and how working on your mental health as an athlete, should be a priority. How it can be viewed the same as your physical health and some methods in which to maintain and improve your mental health and strength.This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi.Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation for Athletes available on iOS & AndroidVisit sportyogi.com/join-now to claim your 40% discount using 'raisingyourgame' at checkout.Connect with Lewis at:Instagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcastContact the show at podcast@lewishatchett.com

Geoff Thomas MBE is a former professional footballer having played for England and predominantly, Crystal Palace and Crewe Alexandra.Lewis and Geoff talk about his experiences getting into football, the pressures of footballers now compared to when he started, a little on the recent Euros. What he believes it takes to be a good captain.Geoff also shares his wisdom, but mainly his inspirational work now after he was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukaemia a year after his retirement. He talks about the emotional and physical journey going through the illness, the recovery and how he then took on the Tour De France the very next year.This was one of the most inspiring and heartfelt stories we’ve had on the podcast.Geoff on InstagramGeoff on TwitterDonate to Cure LeukaemiaContact the show at podcast@lewishatchett.comThis episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi.Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation for Athletes available on iOS & AndroidVisit sportyogi.com/join-now to claim your 40% discount using 'raisingyourgame' at checkout.Connect with Lewis at:Instagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast

Learn about three must-read books for athletes that cover mindset, leadership, teamwork, and dealing with pressure. Discover techniques to manage emotions through 'The Chimp Paradox' by Professor Steve Peters. Improve performance under pressure with 'The Pressure Principle' by Dave Aldrin. Hear about the hosts' training experiences and recommendations for other books.

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

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.

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.

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

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.