MindFit Athlete

John, Scott, and Emily take on the volatile geopolitical landscape and explain how the algorithms in our pockets are actively draining our cognitive energy. This isn't a political debate or a partisan attack. We explore the historical context of our current political climate, how "Restless" and "Judge" Saboteurs are driving the global narrative. Most importantly, we offer practical Activate steps...

Discover how understanding your nervous system and managing stress unlocks "the edge" in endurance fitness. Learn to balance effort and recovery for a lifetime of athletic success. Join Emily, Scott and John as they explore how a mindset of ease and flow can unlock a lifetime enjoyment AND performance in endurance sport.

John shares his personal journey following an arthritis diagnosis and the team explores the transformative power of acceptance. Discover how reframing challenges as neutral realities frees mental energy for innovation and thriving beyond sport.

John Rea, Emily Carter, and Scott Lewis explore the powerful distinction between empathy and sympathy, revealing how empathy fuels action, connection, and mental fitness in athletics and life. They dive into coaching dynamics, self-compassion, and practical tools to enhance performance and relationships through empathy.

In this episode of MindFit Athlete, John Rea, Emily Carter, and Scott Lewis delve into the Victim Saboteur mindset—a common mental roadblock that undermines athletes' performance and joy. They explore its impact on endurance sports and share practical strategies to overcome it and reclaim mental strength.

John Rea, Emily Carter, and Scott Lewis explore how neurochemicals like dopamine influence our motivation, actions, and the role of Positive Intelligence Saboteurs. Learn how to consciously create positive neurochemical rewards to enhance athletic and personal performance.

John, Emily, and Jamie dive into the complex world of endurance racing, sharing inspiring stories, practical strategies, and mindset tips. This episode explores why racing matters beyond the finish line, how to balance goals with joy, and how races can transform your training and life.

Join the MindFit Athlete team as they break down the science and strategy behind choosing the perfect road bike tires for race day. Discover how the smallest tweaks in tire selection, pressure, and setup can save you serious watts and transform your ride, with real-world examples and tips you can use right away.

Discover how mastering 'tautness' in freestyle swimming can transform your technique, boost efficiency, and spill over from the swim into cycling and running. The team explores practical drills and real-world stories that can help make tautness your "core" strength. As always, we look at the ways Positive Intelligence can help our training & the mental skills we can take from sport to apply in lif...

Discover how mastering your breath transforms your swim, from conquering panic to unlocking smooth, efficient strokes. John, Emily & Jamie break down the science and offer some drills and ideas to put relaxed breathing at the heart of your stroke. This is the perfect episode for triathletes and anyone seeking more joy in the water.