The Mindset Advantage

This week on the show i’m stoked to sit down with Ted Speaker and three-time best selling author, Johann Hari. Johann is an incredibly intelligent individual who has been featured in places like The New York Times, The LA Times, the Guardian, HBO, as well as being named National Journalist of the Year, twice. Johann sets his sights on solving the mysterious of our world’s most prevalent issues and takes a deep dive into learning, teaching, and giving applicable ways to overcome them. If you find yourself struggling to pay attention, get work done, or even stay off of your phone, this episode is perfect for you.Topics-The ah-ha moment for writing Stolen Focus-Learning how Johann’s previous research on depression and addiction play a role in staying focused-Reflecting on Johann’s experiment in Provincetown-The dangers of multi tasking-Understanding flow states and how to get into them-Biggest takeaway from interviewing over 200 experts under the umbrella of focus-The rise of ADHD and how we are responding to it-How quality sleep plays a major role in our ability to focus-Strategies to enhance our ability to pay attention betterPurchase Johann’s book: https://stolenfocusbook.comIf you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating and review as that puts a huge smile on my face and helps my show grow tremendously. Thank you all for the continued support - Enjoy the show!

This week on The MiFit Podcast I’m honored to chat with Jack Jablonski. Jack’s life changed forever after he was hit illegally during a high school hockey game at Benilde-St. Marget’s in 2011. The resulting injury left him quadriplegic. In a flash, Jack rose to local and national recognition. The ensuing outpour of support has been a key factor in helping Jack work towards his personal goal to someday skate again. Today, Jack continues down his road to recovery, believing that every day holds the potential for something amazing to happen. Jack is an incredible inspiration to everyone he comes into contact with and is also a living testament that it’s not about what life throws at you, rather, it’s how you respond.Topics-Growing up as a Minnesota hockey player-Reflecting on the night of the injury-Copying with life of paralysis-The first big “win”-“I understand my injury, I don’t accept it.”-Setting small goals -Transitioning out of Minnesota -A message that Jack would like everyone to hear from HIMIf you’re interested in learning more about Jack’s road to recovery and would like to donate, check out his website at https://www.jablonskifoundation.orgIf you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating and review as that makes my day and helps the show grow tremendously. Thank you all for the continued support. Enjoy the show!

This week on The MiFit Podcast I am accompanied by top-level Sport Psychologist, Leadership Consultant, and best selling Author, Dr. Stan Beecham. Dr. Stan has worked with major league athletes, Olympic medal winners, and world-class business leaders on unveiling the key motivators and mental processes that drive people to victory. Dr. Stan also wrote Elite Minds: How Winners Think Differently to Create a Competitive Edge and Maximize Success which offers readers an implantable and maintainable way to bring conscious thinking to an unconscious process by aligning beliefs, thoughts, and behaviors to achieve their best.Topics-The mindset “Disclaimer”-The Power in belief -Best vs. Better -The intention of Why-The Truth About Winning -Asking the right questions when you are “suffering”If you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating and review as that makes my day and helps the show grow tremendously. Thank you everyone for your continued support. Enjoy the show!

This week on The MiFit Podcast I am live with Ben Patrick otherwise known as @kneesovertoesguy. Ben is the founder of Athletic Truth Group (ATG) where his mission is to help people do what they love, without pain, and then become a world class athlete. Ben has trained over 1,000 athletes in 50 countries around the world and has worked with countless NBA players, NFL players, and Olympic Champions along the way. Ben’s training methods starting with training himself through debilitating knee pain as a high school basketball player and he has now re-shaped the way the fitness industry looks at training athletes.Topics-How Ben became the Knees Over Toes Guy-Why backwards walking is the foundation to optimal knee health-How Knees Over Toes impacts all of your joints, not just knees-Top 3 exercises to improve your vertical-Understanding the benefit of sled work-Using KOT to achieve deeper ranges of motion-Pain is an opportunityIf you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating and review as that helps the show grow tremendously. Thank you everybody for your continued support. Enjoy the show!

Today on the show I chat Mike Molloy, founder of M2 Performance Nutrition, a personalized coaching service that helps develop the knowledge of how to use nutrition and lifestyle adjustments to maximize health, longevity, and human performance. Mike has always had a natural interest in learning how to cultivate health and performance and has spent several years studying cellular biology, biochemistry, immunology, and of course, nutrition. Mike’s career path has given him a unique perspective on how nutrition and others lifestyle changes can be used to maximize any goal you may have. Mike has also worked with over 40 CrossFit Games athletes as well as several other Professional and Olympics level athletes over the years.Topics-Where Mike’s love for nutrition coaching began-What we do is beyond just nutrition coaching-Asking the right questions when starting with a new client-How to build and break nutrition habits-Eating for performance-Main differences and similarities between eating for performance, body composition, and health-Why eating more can lead to better body composition-How stress and sleep play a role in body compositionLearn more about M2 on Instagram at @m2performancenutrition or at their website at https://www.m2performancenutrition.comIf you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating and review as that helps the show grow tremendously! Thank you all for the continued support - Enjoy the show!

This week on The MiFit Podcast i’m accompanied by Kindra Hall. Kinda is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, highly sought-after keynote speaker, and Chief Storytelling Officer at SUCCESS Magazine. Her work and research is entirely focused on the power of story-telling and how utilizing stories, both professional and personally, can yield significant positive results. Kindra has also a brand new book coming out January 11th that can be purchased wherever books are sold. Topics-The importance of story telling-How other people’s stores impact yours-Advice for parents and coaches for creating a positive story for their children-What comes first, the event, or the story?-Understanding the four part storytelling process-Improving the tone of the story we tell ourselvesPurchase Kindra’s new book and learn more about her at https://www.kindrahall.com and on Instagram @kindrahallIf you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave a rating and review as that makes my day and helps the show grow tremendously. Thank you all for the continued support - Enjoy the show!

This week on The MiFit Podcast I close down 2021 with a look back at the top 4 most downloaded episodes of the year. Featuring interviews from 4 of the most downloaded episodes of 2021, this collection of conversations offers a variety of insights into gaining mental toughness, creatng a winning environment, learning the best tactics in negotiation, the importance of character, re-thinking how to get your athletes more engaged, and much more. Top 4 Downloaded Episodes of 2021#4 Building True Mental, Physical, and Emotional Toughness with Greg Everett Episode 117#3 Negotiation Mastery with Chris Voss Episode 129#2 Basketball Strong with NBA Performance Coach Mike G Episode 133#1 Coaching World Champions with Shane Orr Episode 114Thank you all for your support during the entire year of 2021. I’m excited to continue to give you all great value in 2022!

This week on The MiFit Podcast i’m very fortunate to bring back my friend Dr. Stacy Sims. Dr. Sims is a Researcher, Ted Speaker, Author, innovator, and Entrepreneur in human performance, specifically the sex differences in training, nutrition, and environmental conditions. She is also a leading global expert on Female Physiology and Training. In this conversation we covered everything you need to know about training and fueling during all stages of menopause. Dr. Sims did a fantastic job answering our listener questions and breaking down applicable ways women can kick ass through menopause and beyond. There is a ton of great information in this conversation not just for women, but anybody who works alongside women or coaches women in training and/or sport. Topics-What is menopause? What’s the background, science, and phases we need to know about?-What are the common symptoms and theories behind what causes them?-What does it mean when women become deficient in certain hormones?-History of hormone replacement therapy-Case studies of athletes creating positive change through menopause-Listener Q & AIf you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating and review as that helps the show grow tremendously. Thank you all for the constant support. Enjoy the show!

This week on The MiFit Podcast I’m accompanied by 5x World Record Powerlifter, Precision Nutrition and Westside Barbell Certified Coach, Jordan Syatt. Jordan is an incredibly brilliant individual who has been featured on media publications such as CNN, The Huffington Post, Men’s Fitness Magazine, and T-Nation. Jordan also spent several years training entrepreneurial icon, Garry Vaynerchuk. Beyond Jordan’s impressive credentials he’s a very down to earth and authentic person. Jordan aims at giving no B.S nutrition advice and also has a a great sense of humor to top it off. Topics-How to utilize the scale appropriately-Lessons learned from the Big Mac Challenge-Understanding there are no good foods or bad foods-Fulfillment > Happiness-Top 3 reasons you are struggling to lose weight-How to view cardio for weight lossShow referencesJordan’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qG6OBrXTw4wJordan’s YouTube channel: If you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating and review as that helps my show grow tremendously. Thank you all for the continued support - Enjoy the show!

This week on The MiFit Podcast I bring back James Fitzgerald. James is an industry leading educator, founder of Opex, and has dedicated his life to bringing honor to the coaching profession. James has spent 25 plus years deep within the fitness industry as an Athlete, Coach, Mentor, and business owner, and he continues to re-shape and re-think the fitness space through constant learning and application of practical principles. James is a critical thinker who enjoyed deep and meaningful conversations that can ultimately help evolve not only the fitness space but also as a human species. Topics-What is Opex?-3 Qualities of a Professional Coach-Using purpose, mastery, and autonomy to motivate people-Why CrossFit isn’t individualized -Understanding the difference between sport and health-Do fitness because you can and do it for yourselfIf you enjoyed this show be sure to leave a rating and review and refer it to a friend. That helps my show grow tremendously and it makes my day. Thank you all for the continued support - Enjoy the show!