MindStrong

In this episode, I discuss ways to address the feeling of being in an environment that is perhaps keeping you from making progress in your game. the options that you have, the pros and the cons. This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi For Athletes that want to Breathe , Think and Move Better...The Sport Yogi app is now available. Download at iOS Android Visit sportyogi.com for more Connect with Le...

In this episode, I speak with Jon Lewis, Elite Fast Bowling Coach for England Cricket. Jon also played cricket for England, Gloucestershire, Surrey and Sussex, where he was a teammate, roommate, mentor and coach of mine. A career that spanned 20 years and taking over 1000 first-class wickets across all formats. I thought Jon would be a good guest on the show however I was blown away at how good th...

In this episode, I talk about 3 tips for dealing with criticism that you may face as an athlete. Whether that's from a coach, teammate, parent, sibling, friend, by implementing some of these ideas, you'll be able to stay more level headed, maintain strong relationships in your sport and life. This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi For Athletes that want to Breathe , Think and Move Bette...

In this episode, I speak with Sam Willoughby, BMX Olympic Silver Medalist and former world champion.  Sam has one of the most incredible stories in the world of sport having gone from the 2016 Olympic Games, to 3 weeks later having an accident in a training run that left him diagnosed as a C6 tetraplegic and left him in a wheelchair. His story is one of the most incredible highs and lowest lows bu...

In this episode I give you 3 simple tips, or advice for when you reach the end of your sports season to leave you feeling physically, mentally, emotional refreshed, driven and ready to go again in the future. This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi For Athletes that want to Breathe , Think and Move Better...The Sport Yogi app is now available. Download at iOS Android Visit sportyogi.com for more C...

In this episode, I speak with Professor Murray Drummond of Flinders University, South Australia. His research extends into the social constructs of masculinity in sport, mental health in young sportspeople in sport as well as body image and how it plays a role in the development in mental health in men. This conversation is a fascinating topic, in how men perceive themselves in society and how the...

In this episode I talk about why being honest with yourself could be the thing to unlock a new level of growth for you as a person and an athlete. If you or someone you know is deflecting away from issues that need facing in order to better yourself then this episode will have a few ways in which you can do that.   This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi For Athletes that want to Breathe , Think a...

In this episode, I speak with Professional cricketer Phil Salt. I managed to catch Phil during his time in Adelaide playing for the Adelaide Strikers as he travels around the world playing for multiple teams around the world in t20 as well as having been included in the t20 England Squads too. Phil was one of my teammates at Sussex in the UK, where he still plays and it was great to chat with him...

In this episode, I talk about ways that can help find or build your motivation. If you've lost motivation or feel like you're not as motivated as before then these simple tips could help you unlock that passion that you had before. This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi For Athletes that want to Breathe , Think and Move Better...The Sport Yogi app is now available. Download at iOS Andro...

 In this episode, I’m speaking with Helen Richardson-Walsh who famously won Olympic Gold in Rio 2016 in Hockey. Our conversation really becomes framed around the inner workings of team environments, Helen was the youngest player to ever play for Team GB in an Olympic Game and we discuss what it’s like going into a team as a younger, less established player, to then how to create a positive environ...

I talk about the benefits of mindfulness can have for athletes. How it allows you to gain control of your emotions, understand the workings of your mind and how it transfers into your performances on the field. This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi For Athletes that want to Breathe , Think and Move Better...The Sport Yogi app is now available. Download at iOS Android Visit sportyogi.com for more...

I'm delighted to have Sport Psychologist and Former Pro Golfer Dan Abrahams on the podcast. Dan hosts The Sport Psych Show Podcast. Our conversation goes into the mind of sport and a range of topics from, productivity in training, creativity in training, your mindset and processes that you can use to help set your mind right in your sport. You can find Dan at: danabrahams.com Twitter Instagra...

In this episode, I talk about how to understand your body better by knowing the difference between what is causing and injury and what is discomfort. As athletes, we don't play sport at 100% all the time. We suffer from discomfort, aches and pains. But knowing where your limit is and when it's tipping over into an injury is an important part of building a lasting career. Here we explore...

Katie Hoff is a Two-time Olympian and Three-time Medalist and Eight-time World Champion. Having been heralded as the 'female Michael Phelps' our conversation goes into managing expectations both from internal and external, how to be relentless in pursuit of your dreams and being able to give yourself space to appreciate what you have achieved so far. Katie is incredibly vulnerable and ho...

As we go into the New Year with new goals, I'm sure physical training will be a part of that. In this episode I talk about, as an athlete, the difference between training to look good or to get good performance. Connect with Lewis Instagram: @lewishatchett For more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi For Athletes that want to Breathe , Th...

In this episode, I talk about reflecting on the year 2020 and a different way to set your goals for 2021. Connect with Lewis Instagram: @lewishatchett For more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast This episode is sponsored by Sport Yogi For Athletes that want to Feel , Move and Train Better...The Sport Yogi app is now available. Download at iOS Android Visit sportyogi.com for more

Lina Nielsen is a British 400-metre hurdle runner and qualified yoga teacher. We talk about her journey from being bag holder for Jessica Ennis-Hill at London 2012 to competing on the big stage herself and now working with Jessica. This episode delves into how yoga and meditation have helped Lina improve her physical and mental training for her sport and how slowing down can help you speed up. Fin...

I discuss How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others, the problem that you face when you do and some tips to help get in the way of the thoughts that come up when you do. Mentioned in the Podcast: Parents in Sport Episode Negative Visualisation for building Gratitude. Connect with Lewis Instagram: @lewishatchett For more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast For Athletes that want to Fe...

Caroline Burckle is a former Olympic medalist for Team USA, now founder of Rise Athletes, a mentoring program for young athletes. Caroline is an incredible person with such depth in her thought about what it takes to be an athlete and the experience as a whole. We discuss her journey, communication with coaches, the power of questioning vs telling, understanding what you want from a mentor. A real...

In this episode, I dive into the controversial subject of parenting in sport. From my experience having been parented as an athlete to the top and what I see now as a coach. This subject will no doubt have many opinions around it. Feel free to share yours at: Instagram: @lewishatchett For more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast For Athletes that want to Feel , Move and Train Better...

Amy Williams is a Gold Medal Olympics Skeleton Racer from Team GB. Our conversation goes into how to harness fear, where it comes from and how her winning gold at the Winter Olympics saved her sport in the UK entirely. Find Amy on Instagram: @amyjoywilliams Twitter: @amywilliamsmbe www.amywilliams.com For more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast Instagram: @lewishatchett For Athlete...

If you use visualisation or positive visualisation, you may or may not have tried Negative Visualisation. In this episode, I discuss how you can use Negative Visualisation to build gratitude, appreciation and positivity in your sport and life. For more visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast Instagram: @lewishatchett For Athletes that want to Feel , Move and Train Better...The Sport Yogi app is now LI...

Anabelle Smith is an Olympic Medal-winning Diver from Australia. This episode we talk about how to overcome your fears, harnessing your focus through breathing and trusting in your practice to succeed. Find Anabelle on Instagram: @anabellesmith Twitter: @anabellesmith93 www.anabellesmith.net For more visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast Instagram: @lewishatchett For Athletes that want to Feel , Mov...

An uncomfortable moment that we all must face at some stage. Someone giving us negative feedback. Here I discuss a few ways in which to take feedback that we don't like hearing, using it to your advantage and not reacting in a way that we will regret later. For more visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast Instagram: @lewishatchett For Athletes that want to Feel , Move and Train Better...The Sport...

Mark Beaumont is an endurance and adventure athlete. Holding the world record for cycling around the world (29,000km) in 79 days. We talk about what it takes, both physically and mentally, to achieve feats like this. Breaking down the mindset, the training the support systems, the emotions and more, Mark is a master of endurance. Find Mark on Instagram and Twitter Listen to Mark's podcast End...