The Mindset Advantage

This week on The MiFit Podcast I chat with Peter Brown and Mark McDaniel on the science of learning and what types of strategies we can put into place for better retention and long-term development.Peter C. Brown is a writer of several books and former management consultant . Mark M. McDaniel is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the Center of Integrative Research on Cognition, Learning, and Education at Washington University in St. Louis. In 2014 both Peter, Mark, and Henry came together to write the best selling book Make it Stick which draws on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines to create concrete techniques for becoming better learners.Ironically, many common study habits and practice routines turn out to be counterproductive to students, teachers, trainers, and athletes. This conversation appeals to all those interested in the challenge of a lifelong learning and self-improvement.Topics-What it means to make something stick-Understanding how our memory works-Active retrieval -Fluency vs. Mastery-Mixing up your practice with interleaving, spacing, and variance-The importance of mindset in learning new material -How to get more out of your reading-How teachers can create a more optimal learning experience for their studentsIf you enjoyed this conversation please leave a rating, review, and refer it to a friend. Your feedback helps the show grow tremendously while also helps to bring on amazing guests like Peter and Mark. Thank you for your continued support - Enjoy the show!

Dr. Jim Loehr, a renowned performance psychologist, delves into self-development, aligning inner and outer voices, and creating character. Topics include building character through sports, transforming inner voices, and crafting a personal credo. He shares insights on journaling, self-coaching, and aligning voices for purpose.

This week on the show i’m stoked to chat with Adam Lane Smith. Adam is a two-time #1 Amazon bestselling novelist and a retired licensed psychotherapist specialized in trauma and attachment with experience in both clinical and correctional mental health settings. Adam has written over 20 books and coached thousands of individuals though all things ranging from divorce to inmates facing the death penalty. His thoughts and ideas surrounding attachment are truly one of a kind and can shape the way you view yourself and the relationships around you.Topics-Defining attachment and how it shows up in youth, teens, and adults in relationships-Understanding what determines attachment health-Feeling useful and trusted through vulnerability-The importance of emotional intimacy and how it looks in a relationship-Fixing insecurities with self respect and investing in people rather than outcomes-Understanding the differences in how men and women communicate Listen now on all major podcast platforms or hit the link in bioIf you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave a rating and review as that helps my show grow tremendously as well as help to bring on more amazing guests like Adam. Thank you all for you continued support - enjoy the show!

This week on The MiFit Podcast I interview Neuroscience Professor, Sleep Researcher, and Ted Speaker, Dr. Roxanne Prichard.Dr. Prichard has spent decades studying and researching everything under the sleep umbrella and she is on a mission to help spread the importance of one of the most forgotten, yet most powerful life skill, sleep.Topics-Updates of changing daylight savings time-What is sleep and what’s happening to our brain while we are asleep?-How much sleep do we need?-Sleep, stress, and mental health-Supplements, products, and aids that impact our sleep-Sleep deprivation in children and college students-3 Tips to get your best nights sleepIf you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave a rating and review as that helps my show grow tremendously and also helps to bring on more amazing guests. Thank you for the continued support - enjoy the show!

This week on the show I bring back my coach, Kyle Ruth. Kyle has been coaching elite level CrossFit athletes for several years and has been an integral part of Training Think Tank’s growth. Kyle has also competed at national levels in Swimming as well as CrossFit at the 2021 CrossFit Games a team member of Training Think Tank.Topics-Lessons learned from the 2022 CrossFit Open-What it means to define YOUR success-Helping clients to celebrate their wins and reflect on their progress-How to push your absolute limits in training -Overcoming injuries in CrossFit-Mindset shifts that need to happen in order to heal-Differences between soreness, tweaks, and injury-Kyle’s go-to pre-hab and rehab exercises to help decrease chance of injuryIf you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating and review as that helps my show grow tremendously. Thank you all for your continued support - enjoy the show!

This week on the show I interview the incredibly talented Michael Bungay Stanier (or MBS for short). Michael is the author to several books included best-seller The Coaching Habit which has sold over 1 million copies to date. Michael also founded a training and development company, Box of Crayons, that has taught coaching skills to hundreds to thousands of people around the world. He has also been featured on the TedX stage with a brilliant speech titled, “How to Tame Your Advice Monster.”Topics-“Be curious a little bit longer and rush to action and advice giving a little bit more slowly.”-What goes wrong when we give advice?-What is our advice monster and how do we tame it?-7 Coaching questions to lead to empowerment, clarity, and action-Understanding where you fit into the Drama Triangle-The importance of silence in conversation-Lessons learned from a former FBI Hostage Negotiator -The three key components to start doing something that mattersIf you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating, review, and refer it to a friend as that helps the show grow tremendously and puts a huge smile on my face. 

I was recently fortunate enough to be a guest on The Fitness Movement Podcast with Ben Wise where chatted about-How my athletic experiences have shaped the athlete and person I am today-Why you should be focusing on raising your minimums, not your maximums-Ways to protect your time and stay focused on the task at hand-Three components to increase the odds of you entering a flow state for optimal performance-How to be aggressively curious and never stop learning-Ways to anchor your life through patience and consistencyIf you enjoy this conversation be sure to check out everything Ben is doing with Zoar Fitness. He runs an impressive fitness coaching company and gives out tons of free valuable resources. For the video version head to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evPbTXRIKzM&t=2462s

This week on The MiFit Podcast I interview Dr. Gabrielle Lyon. Dr. Lyon is a functional medicine doctor who has an amazing resume. She is board certified in family medicine, has a doctorate in Osteopathy, owns her own clinical practice, has written for Muscle & Fitness, Men’s Health, and Women’s Health, and has made a name for herself by taking an integrative muscle centric approach to health and wellness. Dr. Lyon is an extremely intelligent human being and a gift to the health and wellness space. In today’s episode we chatted about-Working in Geriatrics -Tips for a high quality life-All things protein-Strength training as you age-The low-down on skinny fat-Metabolism myths-What might be going wrong if you can’t lose weightFollow Dr. Gabrielle Lyon and download her free guides and sign up for her newsletterWebsite: https://drgabriellelyon.comIG: @drgabriellelyonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWPQJeWz4pvccA3lIoZ7j1Q

This week on The MiFit Podcast I’m fortunate enough to interview Dr. John Demartini. Dr. Demartini is a professional speaker, an internationally published author, a globals educator, and business consultant whose clients range from Wall Street financiers, financial planners, and corporate executives to health-care professionals, actors, and sports personalities. Dr. Demartini has studied over 30,000 books across all defined academic disciplines and has synthesized the wisdom of the ages which he shares online and in-person on stage to over 100 countries. Dr. Demartini is also the author of over 40 self-development books including #1 bestseller “The Breakthrough Experience” which has been translated into over 36 different languages. Dr. Demartini’s mission and vision is to share knowledge and wisdom that empowers you to become a master of your own life and destiny.Topics-Our lives don’t lie, where we spend our time, money, and devote our thoughts is our guide to determine what our living values are. The concept of a living hell is one in which you live in opposition to your values.”-13 Questions to create your values-Common values amongst high achievers -What to do when your partner has different values than you-What to do when your values don’t align with societal norms-The difference between passions and values-How a dog helped make $25 million dollars-7 Daily Journal questions that help you live a fulfilling lifePick up The Values Factor at: https://www.amazon.com/Values-Factor-Creating-Inspired-Fulfilling/dp/0425264742If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave a rating, review, and refer to a friend as that helps the show grow and puts a massive smile on my face! :)

This week on the show I bring my mentor, Sam Smith. Sam is a remote fitness coach that specializes in taking athletes further than they’ve ever been before while using an individualized training approach. Sam is a wealth of knowledge and is somebody I continue to lean on for guidance in my own career. If you enjoy gaining wisdom, learning life lessons, and unlocking your potential, this episode is for you!Topics“It’s not your job to fix people, it’s your job to show them how to fix themselves.”“Be inspired by people embodying patience and commitment to a vision, not their abs.”“Don’t blame anyone for anything; own everything.”“Don’t judge yourself on the outcome. Judge yourself on the preparedness.”“Don’t focus on PR’s; they will take care of themselves.”“Prescribing macros isn’t hard. Getting clients to understand why macros won’t solve their problems is hard.”“Life rarely changes without an increase in responsibility.”“You can’t expect an athlete to peak or give maximal effort unless they are maximally motivated.”“The difference between mediocre and excellence lies in the small details. Compound interest applies in all areas of life.”Listen now on all major podcast platforms or hit the link in bio. If you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating, review, and refer to a friend.