Mental Toughness Podcast With Dr. Rob Bell

​David Consiglio is a strength and conditioning coach, and has served at Missouri State, Western Illinois, Upper Iowa University, UAB, WKU, Arizona State University, & Grambling State University. He is host of The Powerless Yet Unstoppable podcast. He is a husband and father of three. 04:10-Understanding Strength Coaches 07:39-The Journey Of A Highschool Dropout 15:16-From Struggling With Engl...

Fabio Napoleoni is a professional artist. He is known for vivid colors and captivating emotional character set in simple landscapes. He has a heart in every one of his paintings.  Fabio has authored 3 childrens' books, the Dragonboy series. He comes from a family of artists,and was born in Puerto Rico.  His passion and love of art started at a young age.  He was born with asthma so his mother got...

Zach Miskovic has been a professional ice hockey player since 2009. That year Zach was signed as a free agent by the Washington Capitals. He has played with ten different teams throughout his professional career. Currently, he is a financial advisor with Thrivent. Zach still coaches junior hockey as well.  Tune in today as we discuss not only Zach’s professional hockey journey, but also his transi...

Adelaide Aquilla is an elite shot put athlete and two-time NCAA Indoor and Outdoor Champion. She represented the United States at the Tokyo Olympics and won a bronze medal at the Pan American Games. With a personal best throw of 19.6 meters, Adelaide was also honored as the Buckeye of the Year at Ohio State University. Join us as we delve into Adelaide's journey and insights on mental toughness an...

Dayne Gingrich is a top senior professional pickleball player and renowned mental performance coach with over 16 years of experience. On today’s episode, we dive into Dayne's incredible athletic, professional, and mental toughness journey while exploring his new book Pickleball Mindset: The Blueprint for Peak Performance. More than a lecture between coach and athlete, Pickleball Mindset is a conve...

Don Freeman and Scott Warr are the hosts of Trail Runner Nation, one of trail running’s oldest and most downloaded podcasts. Trail Runner Nation is devoted to sharing knowledge and advice with the trail running community, catering to everyone from beginners to the pros! Tune in as we dive into discussions about the mental toughness strategies behind ultra-running, the psychology of competing at th...

DJ Wilson is the CEO and co-founder of Playbook Clinics, modern football coaching clinics developed by coaches to meet the challenges of today’s game. With an extensive professional career in event and digital media management across diverse sectors like healthcare, politics, and communications, DJ brings a unique perspective to the field. He also coaches high school football in Seattle. Tune in t...

Mario Conte serves as the Executive Director and Founder of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. He started the HJGT back in 2007 due to his passion for junior golf and turned it into the largest junior tour in the country. Mario has 30 plus years experience in the junior golf space and has helped thousands of kids realize their dream of playing college golf as well as becoming more well-rounded young...

John Brubaker is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, award-winning author, and executive coach known for his unique approach to performance enhancement. He has front-line, high-stakes experience as a championship coach and on-air experience with ESPN Radio. In this episode, John shares the powerful coaching insights of his new book, The Lasso Way: Leadership Lessons from the World’s Favorite Fo...

Today’s guest is John O'Sullivan, internationally renowned TEDx speaker, author, and founder of Changing The Game Project. He's also a leading voice in youth sports, providing global coach education and leadership training. Tune in as we delve into John's mental toughness strategies and the invaluable lessons of sports psychology in his latest book, "The Champion Teammate: Timeless Lessons to Conn...

Jacob Modleski is a freshman golfer at Notre Dame. Modleski went from alternate to champion at the 2024 Jones Cup, rising from 404th to 144th in the World Amateur Golf Ranking. With additional achievements like a 2nd place finish at the Western Junior AM and reaching the round of 32 in the US Amateur, Jacob is undeniably a rising star. Today we dive into not only his proven talent but the mental t...

Jahmali Waite is a professional footballer and goalkeeper for both the Jamaican national team and the USL side El Paso Locomotives. Previously, Jahmali played two seasons professionally for Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and, at the collegiate level, served as the goalkeeper for both UConn and Fairleigh Dickinson. Join us as we delve into Jahmali's remarkable career, family, faith, and the mental tough...

This week, I was joined by the remarkable Mary Theisen-Lappen. A former collegiate thrower turned champion weightlifter, Mary recently clinched gold at the 2023 IWF Grand Prix II and secured first place at the Pan Am Championships in both 2021 and 2023, holding a personal best total of 283 kilos (120 snatch, 163 clean and jerk). Tune in as Mary shares her inspiring journey and gears up to represen...

In today’s episode, I sat down with David Hoffmaster, founder and executive director of HeroHut, a non-profit organization supporting veterans in their transition to civilian life through service and community. A West Point graduate and former Army captain who led units in Afghanistan, David shares the story of his military journey and the impactful mission of HeroHut. 04:39 West Point’s 30-Second...

Mike Mandakas is a PGA professional and the founder of Elevation Golf Academy. With a wealth of experience as the head golf coach at the university level and as a PGA professional at renowned courses like Olympia Fields, Medinah, and Desert Mountain, Mike brings a unique perspective to the world of golf instruction and shares insights from his entrepreneurial career. 07:09 The Ideal Junior Golfer...

Angela (Angi) Hurt is the CEO and founder of Veracity Consulting, a Kansas City-based business and technology consultancy that helps commercial enterprises and government agencies achieve their strategic objectives. She is also a mother, golfer, and former rugby player. In today’s episode, Angi provides insights into her leadership and business success while drawing parallels to her journey in spo...

Erik Robinson has triumphed over bankruptcy, foreclosure, prison, and the depths of anxiety, even surviving a suicide attempt. Through his own journey in the darkness, he founded the "Building a Refuge" community, dedicated to offering hope and support to men facing similar struggles. On today’s episode, Erik shares these inspiring stories one at a time, shedding light on the path to recovery and...

Kelley James is a world renowned musician known for his one of a kind exclusive private shows and teebox freestyles. He is the premiere choice for Steph Curry, Tiger Woods, as well as multiple Fortune 500 companies. Recently, Kelley embarked on The Million Meals Tour, a music venture to fight food insecurity across the nation. Join us as we dive into his musical journey, creative process, and more...

Lindsey Wilson is the founder of Positive Performance, where she empowers others through Mindset Coach Academy Certification. Before coaching, Lindsey played basketball at Iowa State and after was drafted by the Connecticut Sun. She played professionally for eight years and is a mother of four. Tune in as we explore her remarkable story on today's episode. 06:51 Running Into Traffic for Success 10...

Cailyn Henderson is a professional golfer, Golf Channel announcer, and influencer. As the co-owner of "Fore The Girls Golf" and an Indiana State AM champion, Cailyn brings a wealth of experience and insights to our discussion on resilience and success in the world of golf and beyond. 03:28 Beating a 40 year old at 12 05:15 Losing my Full-Ride // Hinge Moment 08:36 The Collegiate Mentality 15:07 Ma...

Adam Schenk has been on the PGA Tour since 2018. A native Hoosier, Schenk played college golf at Purdue University before turning pro in 2015. This 2023 season, he has five top 10’s, two 2nd place finishes, and stands top 50 in the world golf rankings. Additionally, he ranks top 20 in the FedExCup standings. 03:47 The Birdie Hunting Mentality 11:29 Luck and Golf 14:57 The Pro-Putting Process 17:19...

Caleb Nelson is a Performance Coach and host of the Naked Sunday Podcast. He works to help heart-centered leaders reclaim their confidence and unlock their true potential. His mentorship group, the League of Extraordinary Beings work on time, communication skills, work/life balance, health, and stress management. 02:38 Lessons From Man’s Best Friend 07:22 “I grew up in a cult, but so did you.” //...

Annabelle Pancake just finished her junior season playing golf at Clemson University. Starting each of the last three seasons, her junior season was her top year and she was named to the All-ACC team for the first time. Additionally, she won the Clemson Invitational and recently finished runner-up at the Open Championship Amateur. 2:54 Growing Up With Golf 5:47 The Championship Mindset 10:38 “I ju...

McKenna “sassy” Haase is a champion race car driver and has been racing since 2010. Currently, she races 410 wing sprint cars. Additionally, she holds a 2nd degree black belt and was a contestant on American Ninja Warrior. In 2019, Haase founded Youth Racers of America, a nonprofit organization which is designed to introduce kids to racing. 4:20 Kasey Kahne in a Shopping Mall // Hinge Moment 8:41...

Shea Avellino is a graduate of Temple University, B.S. He served as the head basketball manager for Temple University Basketball for four years. His health journey as well as his passion is uncovered into this moving episode.    5:20 The Beginning of a Journey 9:16 “I’m in here everyday” 13:01 The Next Question 17:16 The Grind 18:54 Shots on a Scooter 19:55 Taking Down #1 23:56 After the Mountaint...