Michael Pham

Retreating Forward

Health EN ↓ 4 episodes

Retreating Forward explores the balance required to be a student athlete and staying healthy, both mentally and physically in sports. Hosted by a national athlete who represented his country while facing the obstacle of school since the age of 13, each episode dives into the habits, mindset, and stories that enables personal growth. Through deep conversations with athletes, students, and experts, we unpack lessons behind different individuals’ success in hopes of benefiting your life and purpose. This is your locker room on the internet to recover, reflect and step up stronger.

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Michael Pham

Episodes

Episode 3: Alice Nguyen — What Elite Athletes Know About Nutrition That Most Young Athletes Overlook 14.06.2026 1:13:18

2026 starts here. Retreating Forward is back for the new year with a brand-new episode, new conversations, and more exciting stories coming soon. To begin this next chapter, we’re diving into one of the most important but often overlooked parts of athletic performance: nutrition. For our first episode of the year, Alice Nguyen, nutritionist for the Vietnam National Golf Team, joins us to discuss t...

Episode 2: Devon Tran — The Biological Habit That’s Quietly Controlling Your Daily Life 26.12.2025 42:22

Merry Christmas! Today, we’re unwrapping the secret to a better you. As you celebrate the season, are you ready to gift yourself a better routine? What if your habits aren’t just choices, but biological scripts? In this Christmas Day episode, Devon Tran joins us to delve into the hidden systems that dictate our daily lives. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your academic focus or gain an athletic...

Episode 1 Part 2: Anton Lo - The Mentality Required Not Just in Sports, but also in Life's Purpose. 30.10.2025 45:12

In part 2 of this episode, we shifted gears to discussing the psychology behind training sessions, time efficiency, what the phrase "Step Back to Step Up" means to each of us and much more! We also went over the questions and topics our followers on Instagram asked/requested in this part of the episode. Join in to hear us answer, give out our honest tips, and practices that you could do...

Episode 1 Part 1: Anton Lo - The Pressure of Time, Recovery and Ryder Cup Week! 30.10.2025 29:47

In part 1 of this episode, we focused on catching up with the atmosphere of what competing in a golf tournament is really like: the pressure, the school work, and the health. Comparing local competitions like SISAC all the way to one of the biggest tournament this sport has ever had: The Ryder Cup. Tune in to see what it takes to score well, both in exams and on the scorecard. Instagram: https://t...