In this episode, Fergus is joined by Zack Telander, weightlifter, coach, musician and YouTuber. Fergus and Zack discuss Zack's journey into fitness, his growth on YouTube, his love for creating music and much much more. They also deep dive into some of the things that they believe are wrong with the fitness industry and where it can be improved. Expect to reflect on your goals. Expect to see the value in creativity. Expect to question your WHY.Zack's Instagram: @coach_ztZack's YouTube: @zacktelanderJoin The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrSponsors:Vivobarefoot - get 15% off with FERGUSVIVO https://www.vivobarefoot.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with FERGUS20https://daysbrewing.com/

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Rory Lawson, former Scotland Rugby Captain, media host and Leadership Consultant. Rory won 31 Caps for his country, as well as playing for Edinburgh, Gloucester and Newcastle Falcons. However, in August 2013, Rory had to announce his retirement from professional Rugby, due to a chronic wrist injury.Rory shares his sporting background with us, what lead him to rugby, the unfortunate circumstances in which he had to retire, his struggle with finding purpose outside of rugby, his passion for leadership and performance, and much much more. Expect to evaluate your own leadership qualities. Expect to think differently about your goals. Expect to learn more about the harsh reality of injuries. Rory’s Instagram: @rorylawson9Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrSponsors:Vivobarefoot - get 15% off with FERGUSVIVO https://www.vivobarefoot.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with FERGUS20https://daysbrewing.com/

In this episode, I go through 23 valuable lessons that I have learned throughout the year. I explore multiple topics, including curiosity, community, the real definition of Hybrid Training, balancing a busy lifestyle, and much much more... I'm hoping that you can take something useful away from this episode and apply it to your own life. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrSponsors:Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUS20 https://www.vivobarefoot.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with FERGUS20https://daysbrewing.com/

Zach Pogrob, media creator and writer, shares his insights on changing habits and finding obsession. They discuss the advantages and disadvantages of obsession, running, and the transformative power of pushing oneself physically and mentally. They also explore the importance of curiosity, self-discovery, and balancing obsession with other aspects of life.

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Ned Phillips, Ultra-Runner and Fintech CEO.Ned is the Founder and CEO of Bambu, a global digital wealth technology provider. Alongside his successful career in finance, Ned is also an experienced ultra-runner, having completed numerous events, including some of the infamous backyard ultras. Ned shares his passion for ultra running and why it’s so important for us to think in the present. He has even discussed this topic and ‘ The Power Of Now’ on a Ted Talk. Expect to learn more about Ultra Endurance.Expect to evaluate your own mindset. Expect to be curious. LinkedIn: Ned Phillips TED talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tc4K5ZujqwJoin The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrSponsors:Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUS20 https://www.vivobarefoot.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with FERGUS20https://daysbrewing.com/

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Jonny Davies, Ultra-Runner and fitness content creator.Jonny recently ran the entire London Underground route above ground, covering 572km (370 miles) in just 11 days while raising funds and awareness for mental health. Jonny shares his love for running and why he thinks it’s such a powerful mechanism for positive change.Fergus and Jonny discuss ultra running, the realities of being a heavier runner, the numerous lessons he learned whilst completing such a big challenge, and much much more… Expect to evaluate your WHY. Expect to be inspired. Expect to think differently about running. Jonny’s Instagram: @jonnyrdaviesJonny's TikTok: @jdrunsfarJoin The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrSponsors:Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUS20 https://www.vivobarefoot.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with FERGUS20https://daysbrewing.com/

Welcome back to The Modern Mind Podcast.And from our new studio...After taking an unexpected break due to moving into the new office and getting the podcast studio ready, we are back! In this episode, Fergus breaks down some of the exciting things that have happened over the last few months.Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUS20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com/uk/?Days Brewing - get 20% off with FERGUS20https://daysbrewing.com/Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrOmnia Performance Website:https://www.omnia-performance.com/training-programmes-1

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Jonathan Pain, to debrief his experience in Peru.Jonny outlines what it was like spending two weeks isolated in hospital, how he dealt with the emotions of not being able to do the event, some of the lessons he has learned from the experience and much more...Expect to better understand the potential dangers of being at altitude. Expect to analyse your own health.Expect to reflect on what's truly important to you.Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrSubscribe to The Modern Mind YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themodernmindJonny's Instagram: jonathanpain-Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 10% off with FERGUSVIVO https://www.vivobarefoot.com/uk/? ManCave - get 40% off with FC40. https://mancaveinc.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20https://daysbrewing.com/

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Oli France, expedition leader, adventurer and speaker. Oli is the founder of Wild Edge, a company who specialise in leading groups through the world's most remote and hostile places, from Iraq to Somalia, DR Congo to Socotra, Siberia to Tajikistan. We explore Oli’s background, how his passion for the outdoors lead him to becoming an expedition leader, what it’s like working in some of the harshest places on the planet, some of the challenges along the way and much much more…Oli is also about to embark on 'The Ultimate Seven' - a multi-year expedition like no other. He is attempting to be the first person ever to journey from the lowest point of each continent, to the highest, across jungles, deserts, polar ice caps, war-torn regions, oceans and mountains. Expect to be have your mind blown.Expect to better understand the dangers of extreme environments. Expect to question what’s possible. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrSubscribe to The Modern Mind YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themodernmindOli’s Instagram: oli_france Wild Edge website: https://www.wildedge.co-Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 10% off with FERGUSVIVO https://www.vivobarefoot.com/uk/? ManCave - get 40% off with FC40. https://mancaveinc.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20https://daysbrewing.com/

In this episode, we have five lessons from high performance, taken from five separate guests who have appeared on the show, all of whom have reached the highest level in their field. First up, we have Nick Symmonds, two time Olympian, discuss his experience of dealing with the highs and lows of being a professional athlete and how, by working with a sport psychologist, he learned to enjoy his career rather than resent it. We then hear from Mark Beaumont, ultra endurance adventurer and multiple world record holder, explain how learning our trade is vital for long term success and how we must ride the emotional rollercoaster and not see each situation as a steady state. James Newbury, Crossfit Games athlete, explains how a wealth of different experiences growing up has lead to him becoming a successful athlete and how learning the art of delayed gratification is crucial for performance. Dylan Hartley, former England rugby captain, then discusses what it was like to lead his country in such a high performance environment under the coaching of Eddie JonesFinally, Gaz Banford, former Sergeant Major of the SBS, talks about what we can do to adopt a high performance mindset and outlines how, nowadays, it’s too easy to see people being successful rather than appreciating the journey that has lead to their success.Expect to learn what it takes to be a high performer. Expect to reflect on your own habits. Expect to change your mindset. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Subscribe to The Modern Mind YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themodernmind-Sponsors:   MyProtein - "FERGUS" for % off  https://prf.hn/l/3YMkgBY Vivobarefoot - get 10% off with FERGUSVIVO https://www.vivobarefoot.com ManCave - get 40% off with FC40. https://mancaveinc.com