Generation Get To It with Jordan Pickard

I got Felix on because I've seen his physical feats firsthand, which are nothing short of inspiring. What I didn't realise is how impressive his brain is. From rewiring his brain to accept challenges and learn from every experience, to his knowledge on stoicism and the philosophies of modern life, I was captivated. A public speaker and a man who rowed 150 miles in 3 days!! If you're looking to lea...

You would be hard stretched to find someone who hasn't dealt with teenage insecurity. With a global trend of insecurity taking over, it's important to provide you with the right skills to either help yourself or help others. In this episode, I provide you a story of what was a very traumatising moment for me as a teenager. You may laugh, you may cry, either way you will wonder why. Learn how to re...

Jarryd is a professional snowboarder that competes in snowboard cross. He is an Olympic Silver Medallist and an X Games Gold Medallist and was the youngest ever world number one! His results are astounding but they shadow to the kind of person he is. Jarryd is one of those guys who just want to win. He's a great bloke, he works hard, he cares about the people around him and he is constantly doing...

Getting a bit of a light sweat on doing some research, I came across more statistics from the levels of physical inactivity. It came as a shock because although schools and community groups claim to be doing more of what is going to help our kids, things are not going that way. Find out in this episode what qualifies as physical activity, what the statistics say, how much you and your kids need, h...

If you're looking for enthusiasm and a passion for life, you've found it in Emily! She's a professional Rugby Union player for the Wallaroos that has played for both the NSW Waratahs and the Harlequins based in London. In this episode, learn how she uses positive reframing to improve in the face of adversity, how you can get the most out of a mentor, and how you can become a well-rounded individua...

Here's a little snippet of the world of developmental psychology. I really like the concept of the Hierarchy of Needs that Abraham Maslow put together in the mid 20th century. It really brings together a simplified approach to what we desire as humans throughout our life span. Plenty of gratitude tied into this one, GET TO IT.   Link to Wikipedia; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maslow%27s_hierarchy...

Today we have Strength and Conditioning Coach, Robbie Barker. He is a very knowledgeable individual with some incredibly unique perspectives about sport and long-term athletic development (LTAD). Robbie has worked in the industry with a huge amount of sports athletes and has seen the principles that stand the distance. He also has experience with those who are aiming to join the special forces (SA...

Here's a little idea that popped up after a recent trip to Byron Bay where I strapped the leg rope on for the day and revisited my teenage years. This episode is about how friendship should be, the principles the concepts and most importantly the struggles we need to have between our friends to improve ourselves. Jump in to learn more about why it's good to have disagreeable friends and why you ne...

Tyler Jordan was a high school dropout turned civil worker who made a conscious decision to leave his cushy job to move across the world to try entrepreneurship. He now runs a multimillion dollar company and leaves it all on the line... This conversation blew me away. If you are looking for motivation and a change of perspective, you have come to the right place. I'm not exaggerating, I've read al...

I suck at jiu jitsu, I get beaten up a lot, submitted every single time I turn up and yet... I can't stop turning up to learn, better myself and have a great time doing it. I also really sucked at lifting weights at one point, but now after over a decade of training on average 3-4 times every week, I'm very good at it. When it comes to results, we want to achieve them maximally and as quick as pos...

If you've ever wondered what it's like to talk to a superhero, this is pretty damn close. Our guest today, Mick Chapman is a former triathlete, a talented marathon runner and has spent most of his career focusing on what is genuinely going to move the needle of health in society, when it comes to prevention. Learn what the My Health Pledge is, simple advice on what to do if you can't afford expens...

How simple our problems were when we were a teenager. When the toughest part of the day should've been what we were to choose for lunch from the tuck shop... When in fact, we poured all our energy into identity crisis, avoiding embarrassing situations and does my friend still like me?? Telling a teenager that they are "enough" is not really something that gets across to them, they must do. For thi...

Part 2 of our two part picky eater series. Today we go through 5 more ways you can create a significantly less stressful kitchen. In this episode, learn my biggest tip for more making positive change in the family, not just in the kitchen but in life. And also find out how you can make it out unscathed from a food fight. Finally, we have a very special round of episodes coming out soon to help wit...

How to defeat the picky eater! One of the most impossible tasks and one that is truly exhausting to the average person. However, we are not average and this is why we will push past this. So here are 10 methods to manage the madness of the picky eater! (Part 1)   Join our email list and download the 'Purposeful Parent Playbook' and learn how to transform your tribe! https://fulltribefitness.com.au...

In today's episode of Generation Get To It we explore the principle that will make you feel stupid for not doing. It all stems from a great book called Atomic Habits by James Clear. When I started my health journey and then moved into coaching, I found that the bigger the work in many cases returned less investment than doing the simple things. It was a case of going too big and falling off the wa...

What does it mean when we pass through our younger years? Are we on a constant downfall to eternal old age? Or are the best parts of life just fingertips away?   This episode may not answer any of those questions but there are definitely many lessons (often convoluted) about life and how I've processed things during my time.   Listen to this episode, take time to reflect on your own no matter how...

What a pleasure it is to have on Vedic Meditation teacher, Barron Hanson. Barron is someone who has lived a genuine and authentic life and is now putting all his knowledge and passions into one of the biggest projects I've come across. From the quiet coastal Nowra, to the bright city lights of New York, Barron has had a transformative journey to deliver you a great story on how to slow down to spe...

Kids are resilient! They bounce back from the hardest of falls, they find fun in the smallest of places and they never show any of it until... .... it manifests as trauma in their 20s and 30s. So what can we do right now to set up the best version of our future so everyone is healthy, happy and purposeful in their lives. We need to do the best that we can to MELT; move, eat, love and think. Here i...

Want to know the best way to get across a complex lesson to our little legends, seamlessly? Want to know how to frame your struggles to become the best and strongest version of yourself? That is where we explore the great and amazing world of superheroes! Because let's face it, we are all a superhero in our own right and we deserve to let that shine. Learn how you can get your kids to eat better a...

What does it mean to be a mindful parent? OUR FIRST GUEST!!! Who else could it be... but my own mum! I didn't just bring her on for an excuse to chat to me! Dr Judy Pickard has been working in the industry as a clinical psychologist and researcher for the last 23 years.. Judy is currently a Senior Lecturer at the University of Wollongong that specialises in parent-child therapy and mindfulness. If...

Today's pod has been inspired by the movie Inside Out and Gabor Matė's book, The Myth of Normal.   We discuss how emotions can cross lanes and also misconstrue memories. It's a big breath of fresh air in terms of trauma, previous experiences and perspective.   Be sure to reach out if you have any further topics.   In this episode; - How are experiences characterised? - What NOT to do if someone is...

There's an amazing story about a Chinese Farmer and his son that has changed the way I look at things. Instead of looking at the very short term and being caught in the minor details, it taught me how to look at the big picture.   So, how do we practice gratitude in the most darkest of times? How do we create positivity in the most negative of spaces?   In this pod; - Mental resilience - being pos...

Everyday we compete with that inner dialogue, the one that says "we can wait until Monday", or "I'll do it when the right moment comes along". The reality is, if you wait for the perfect moment, you'll be waiting forever. Some things are never ideal and that's completely fine. We are imperfect people that live imperfect lives and there is always an imperfect time to start. So how do we move passed...

"You'll be fine". "Don't worry" - The two greatest pieces of advice to hear when you're stressed...   If someone has ever tried to cheer you up in this way you would know this is absolutely not the case. So what else should you do in this situation?   Learn how to open up a world of emotional regulation and understanding all in one simple question.   In this pod; - Why you shouldn't mask an experi...

Why do we do hard things? Why do we put ourselves in situations where we feel uncomfortable?   Is it for pride? Purpose? Passion?   This episode begins with a reading from a great book called 'The Road Less Travelled' by Scott Peck. Which is a great book that I recommend for those of you who think that are feeling that "life is difficult"!   Today, I'm talking about my personal experience from my...