MindStrong

Gary Ward, highly sought after in the world of movement, talks about how the foot influences movement, treating underlying causes of injuries, optimizing mechanics in workouts, the importance of strong feet in sports, and taking ownership of your body.

In this episode I cover a few topics that are worth highlighting during lockdown. I speak about topics of focusing on new areas to develop in your training while not able to train normally, setting goals, how to keep yourself accountable, a simple breathwork exercise to destress that you can teach.

Cameron Bancroft, Australian Test Cricketer, discusses the value of mentorship, coping with media, ups and downs of international cricket, and his yoga and mindfulness practices. They also talk about handling the current situation and the impact on cricket season, sibling rivalry in cricket success, the importance of having a consistent mentor, the transformative power of yoga and meditation, setting goals, opportunities for personal development in uncertain times, and support and engagement with the podcast.

Minnesota Vikings running back Ameer Abdullah joins the podcast where we go into topics around his career, yoga, meditation, training, the NFL in the UK and more.

Cameron Brown, a 12-time New Zealand Iron Man champion, discusses the challenges of being an older athlete, the importance of discipline and hard work in achieving success, and the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on sports events. He also talks about the value of training with friends and appreciating outdoor activities.

Graham Winter, former chief psychologist for the Australian Olympic Team, discusses his background in psychology and sport. He shares techniques for leading teams during the pandemic, explores the connection between psychology and cricket, and emphasizes the importance of understanding individuals and navigating change. The podcast also highlights the role of psychologists in the Olympic team, the significance of mentors in sports psychology, and strategies for creating a positive environment for athletes.

Jess Trengove is an Australian marathon runner having competed in the London 2012 & Rio 2016 olympics. We talk about being a new mum, how she trained while being pregnant, her aspirations for the future and how she gets her down time.

The podcast discusses the importance of mental preparation in sports, including the power of visualization, breathwork, and open communication. It emphasizes the significance of sharing strategies, having a coach or teammate assist in preparation, and finding what works for you.

Jason Gillespie is a former international cricketer, leading international cricket coach and Australian legend. In our conversation we delve into growing up chasing your dream while managing a growing body, being the best version of you, looking after your body, sport specific training, he coaching philosophies how he manages players as an individual and a team.

Former professional cricketer Amol Muzumdar, now batting coach of Rajasthan Royals, discusses growing up in India during the ’80s, playing in tough conditions, building resilience, enjoying the game, and staying focused during big innings.