Sports Motivation Podcast

By far the most cost efficient, and most powerful way to learn, is to READ. It may not be the most appealing habit to stick, but it’s crucial. Consistency always exceeds quantity. No more slacking on this. Today’s episode includes my 90 Day Habit Streak worksheet, as well as a short list of game changing books that you can start, TODAY. Who’s gonna follow through? Day 1 starts NOW! Episode 126 Time Stamps: (3:12) Did you really follow through? (4:52) Consistent reading requires a specific mindset (5:18) "Every human being has limited willpower" (8:25) Growth through action upon information learned (9:51) "The more that I know, the more valuable I am" (11:22) My strategies, mindset, rules, and guidelines for reading (12:22) #1: Get really clear on what it is you want, right NOW (13:42) #2: Determine the areas that you must master (14:51) #3: Who has mastered this? (15:45) #4: Discover and buy their books- DON'T THINK TWICE (18:40) ACTION TIME! (18:44) Action Step 1: Set goal for YEARLY amount of books to read (21:37) Action Step 2: Set goal for MONTHLY reading amount (21:54) Action Step 3: Set goal for WEEKLY reading amount (22:11) Action Step 4: Set goal for DAILY pages to read (22:50) The purpose, for this break-down strategy (23:09) BRAINSTORM all the times you can read, throughout the day (24:06) Pick (just) ONE time that you will read. You can count on this time. (24:39) Keep track of reading times that you have followed through on (not the quantity of content read) (27:07) Why you should set your books in different areas in the house (27:33) Why you can read as many books at a time, as you'd like (28:00) As you begin this process, fully complete your book! (Accomplishment) (29:32) Keep track of all the books you've completed (Documented with completion dates) (30:55) Be careful of forcing yourself to read books (33:07) Not a fun book? Not a good fit? (34:48) Reread GREAT books (36:58) Your call to ACTION! BOOKS Wallace D. Wattles’, “The Science of Getting Rich” Napoleon Hill’s, “Think and Grow Rich” T. Harv Eker’s, “Secrets of the Millionaire Mind” Mark Divine’s, “Way of the Seal” “How to Do All Things” (Mark-Age) Ron and Mary Hulnick’s, “Financial Freedom in 8 Minutes A Day” 50 Cent & Robert Greene’s, “50th Law” DISCOVER Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #126 Blog Need a Sports Results Coach?: SRC Program Check out the new GYMR Podcast on iTunes! SHOW LOVE  As always, if you're diggin' the podcast, please subscribe and rate the show! Blog posts for ALL podcast episodes can be found here: IMNOTYOU.COM/PODCAST Thanks for listening to another IMNOTYOU Sports Motivation Podcast! Much love!  

There’s no need to seek fake validation from others. You know what needs to be done. Stop lying to yourself! Shake the self-doubts and go get it! Get Ya Mind Right!

Today’s reality check is a tough one. For my guys… are you FULLY committed to your necessary lifestyle? In which areas are you slacking? Allow me, to be that tough voice in your head. Let’s eliminate ALL excuses. All current excuses and all possible future excuses are GONE. Remember, the world needs you at your best. Aight?! Let’s move! Episode 125 Time Stamps: (2:10) Gentlemen, this episode may offend you. (2:42) A special dedication to, the "man" (5:45) FEAR is a commonality within us (8:00) In relation to my life experience (9:15) Reality check #1: You have a CALLING (9:58) Reality check #2: Go CLAIM it yourself! (10:45) Reality check #3: Develop the purpose through ACTION (12:31) My philosophy: asking God what to do (13:15) Reality check #4: Explain to your loved ones. Don't back down. (15:01) Reality check #5: Adopt the "I can have BOTH" mentality (16:32) Reality check #6: You need to sell your vision to your family (21:21) Signs, to know that you're slipping... (21:35) You're slippin, Pt. 1: You're overweight and comfortable (22:03) You're slippin, Pt. 2: You're STILL working at a job you hate (22:43) You're slippin, Pt. 3: You're broke and can't afford the necessities (24:13) You're slippin, Pt. 4: You're more excited for non-beneficial entertainment more than your goals and visions (24:50) You're slippin, Pt. 5: You're sleeping infrequently (24:58) The world needs you at your BEST (26:56) Life after my NFL release | Bringing closure to a dream  (29:47) The purpose of my harshness today | How I use reality (the importance of it) (30:53) My challenge to you today: Commit to NEVER making excuses again.   DISCOVER Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #125 Blog Need a Sports Results Coach?: SRC Program Check out the new GYMR Podcast on iTunes! SHOW LOVE  As always, if you're diggin' the podcast, please subscribe and rate the show! Blog posts for ALL podcast episodes can be found here: IMNOTYOU.COM/PODCAST Thanks for listening to another IMNOTYOU Sports Motivation Podcast! Much love!  

Today’s episode stems from a passage that impacted me so heavily… A game changing belief that will alter your perceptions, actions, and drive towards reaching your goals. It’s more than simple gratification. Take action. Episode 124 Time Stamps: (2:35) Your reality: What do you think is true? (6:55) A passage that changed my life: Wallace D. Wattles', "The Science of Getting Rich" (8:30) GRATITUDE (9:14) The GOOD things (10:48) The BAD things (12:08) That deadly sore-throat... (17:00) Bill Walsh's, "The Score Takes Care of Itself" (19:06) My challenge for you (and me) (19:27) "ALL THINGS CONTRIBUTE TO MY ADVANCEMENT" (20:50) Events have no meaning. (22:22) Throwbacks: How to Change Your Beliefs, parts ONE and TWO   DISCOVER Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #124 Blog Need a Sports Results Coach?: SRC Program Check out the new GYMR Podcast on iTunes! SHOW LOVE  As always, if you're diggin' the podcast, please subscribe and rate the show! Blog posts for ALL podcast episodes can be found here: IMNOTYOU.COM/PODCAST Thanks for listening to another IMNOTYOU Sports Motivation Podcast! Much love!  

I’m here to give you that extra push… TODAY. Add that extra load of pressure on yourself. Hit the gym, TODAY. Read a few chapters, TODAY. Work your tail off, TODAY! When the time comes to performance, you’ll be ready. Let’s GO. Get Ya Mind Right!

Choosing your goals is of the utmost importance for your growth. However, choosing one that is too “reasonable”, can kill your drive. Expect a push from today’s episode; to choose a goal so out of reach, you gotta maintain HUNGER to go and get it. Big people think BIG. Let’s get it! Episode 123 Time Stamps: (2:55) It all started back in 8th grade… (7:22) If I listened to others, I wouldn’t be talking to you right now. (9:59) BIG people think BIG! (12:01) What to do NOW (Thinking more practically) (12:42) Setting a goal that’s AGGRESSIVE (13:42) Daily focuses… Think big; act small. (17:39) What are some of your 2017 goals?   DISCOVER Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #123 Blog Need a Sports Results Coach?: SRC Program Check out the new GYMR Podcast on iTunes! SHOW LOVE  As always, if you're diggin' the podcast, please subscribe and rate the show! Blog posts for ALL podcast episodes can be found here: IMNOTYOU.COM/PODCAST Thanks for listening to another IMNOTYOU Sports Motivation Podcast! Much love!  

Big tasks can be naturally overwhelming, but there’s nothing you can’t tackle. Today’s episode comes as a guide to improve your game, at a fast rate. Take those small steps. Create emotion. Count your victories and keep pushing! Let’s go. Episode 122 Time Stamps: (3:25) All progress/change shouldn't be slow and steady (4:25) "You've gotta BECOME what you want, to GET what you want" (5:23) Will your competition overcome you with their access to resources? (6:44) The rate at which you learn is the rate you will receive (7:08) You may be unsure of how to get it... (9:12) Infuse training and learning, with EMOTION (13:28) Red Velvet Cake analogy (14:16) REASON provides MOTIVE; provides EMOTION (15:39) "You have no right to ask anyone to do anything without adequate motive" -Napoleon Hill (16:56) Learning fast, Pt. 1: You must have a PURPOSE/THEME for everything that you do (17:55) Learning fast, Pt. 2: Before your session, speak your INTENTIONS out loud! | Richard Branson's "Screw It, Let's Do It (Lessons in Life)" (19:00) Learning fast, Pt. 3: Practice GPS thinking (19:53) Learning fast, Pt. 4: Practice in SHORT-BURSTS | John Heider's, "Tao of Leadership" (21:17) Learning fast, Pt. 5: POST-training ANALYSIS (22:20) Learning fast, Pt. 6: Get yourself a strong TRAINING PARTNER (23:16) Learning fast, Pt. 7: Using MUSIC and IMAGES (24:30) Learning fast, Pt. 8: Keep track of all your VICTORIES!   DISCOVER Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #122 Blog Need a Sports Results Coach?: SRC Program Check out the new GYMR Podcast on iTunes! SHOW LOVE  As always, if you're diggin' the podcast, please subscribe and rate the show! Blog posts for ALL podcast episodes can be found here: IMNOTYOU.COM/PODCAST Thanks for listening to another IMNOTYOU Sports Motivation Podcast! Much love!  

If you’ve got a problem that needs fixing, are you willing to do what it takes to get to the solution? Tune in to find out how to avoid being “that guy”, when it comes to commitment. Get Ya Mind Right!

I’m beyond blessed to have Todd Durkin on the show today. A true leader fueled by “Inspiring greatness everyday”, Todd is a man of many accomplishments. He’s trained the best of the best, created one of America’s top ten gyms, wrote a best-selling book, and motivates many with his exceptional mindset. Tune in, as we discuss topics such as: the power of environment, making your own choices, counting the short-term wins, maximizing your daily planning, achieving success through risk-taking, and the top characteristics of today’s best athletes. If you don’t have a pen and pad infront of you, well… I’ll wait till you grab a pair. Episode 121 Time Stamps: (3:50) With injury, brings purpose (5:32) Sports don’t define you | Win the DAY, not just the game (9:04) “Everyone has a life worth telling about” (11:13) Top 3 traits of the elite athlete: Mindset. Work ethic. Focus. | Todd's "The WOW Book: 52 Ways to Motivate Your Mind, Inspire Your Soul & Create WOW in Your Life!" (16:56) You and your environment | You have CHOICES (20:02) Todd’s system for success: “Annual Roadmap and Strategic Plans” | Writing brings CLARITY; clarity precedes GENIUS (24:52) Strategic color coding for your schedule/calendar (27:26) A day in the life of Todd Durkin (habits and tips) (31:38) Leadership by doing what’s right | “A leader of one, a leader of many… If you can’t lead one you can’t lead any” (31:50) Reverse psychology (Who’s really to blame?) (37:33) Mirror reflection (Did I do my very best today?) | PRIDE = Personal Responsibility In Daily Efforts (40:12) 16 inches from your head to your heart (handling bad parental advice) (43:48) “If you’re not scared, you’re not playing big enough” (taking risks) (45:24) A few of Todd’s essential reads (links below) (47:18) How to connect with Todd (links below)   BOOKS Todd's "The WOW Book: 52 Ways to Motivate Your Mind, Inspire Your Soul & Create WOW in Your Life!" The Holy Bible (King James Version) Robin Sharma's, "The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari: A Fable About Fulfilling Your Dreams & Reaching Your Destiny" Stephen Covey's, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change" Dalai Lama's, "The Art of Happiness, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Handbook for Living" Gary Chapman's, "The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts"   CONNECT Todd's Website: www.ToddDurkin.com Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube SHOW LOVE! Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #121 Blog  Blog posts for ALL podcast episodes can be found here: IMNOTYOU.COM/PODCAST Thanks for listening to another IMNOTYOU Sports Motivation Podcast!

Your intensity level is a direct reflection when it comes to training, and game-time performance. Are you a lion in the jungle? Do you bring out the BEAST in the fourth quarter? Or… Do you choke under pressure? Do you show up to practice just to follow orders? Handle today’s episode like a reality check. A thorough self-reflection can snap you out of your slump. Episode 120 Time Stamps: (2:13) Introducing, the Get Ya Mind Right Podcast! (3:53) "If you can't measure it, you can't manage it" (4:50) Always ON, never off (6:25) Ranking categories: TRAINING & GAMETIME (6:45) Your "TRAINING" ranking, from 1-4 (8:43) Your "GAMETIME" ranking, from 1-4 (11:06) How to get your instinct score: T x G = ___ (13:05) Where do YOU stand? (13:57) Hit me up! Let me know where you're at. (niyi.sobo@gmail.com)   DISCOVER Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #120 Blog Need a Sports Results Coach?: SRC Program Check out the new GYMR Podcast on iTunes! SHOW LOVE  As always, if you're diggin' the podcast, please subscribe and rate the show! Blog posts for ALL podcast episodes can be found here: IMNOTYOU.COM/PODCAST Thanks for listening to another IMNOTYOU Sports Motivation Podcast! Much love!