Sports Motivation Podcast

Too often I see aspiring and ambitious high performers who claim to want to be the best, but do not commit to mastering the game like the greats.  Do not be fooled; the ones you admire don't just talk. What distinguishes them is their commitment to mastery, and in this classic Lil Wayne track, he illustrates this point beautifully. #Bars

Most people are soft. They lack courage, and hesitate to ask for (yet alone, demand) what they want.  I do not wish that for you. I want you to be more savage and ruthless towards life, and create a reputation and standard for yourself that says "I know who I am and what I want. I get what I want from life, and I refuse to be stopped." In order to create that mindset and standard of action, you mu...

I bet you're used to looking for ways to improve, holding yourself to a high standard. Or maybe you take a step further, and beat yourself up mentally when you make mistakes or live in constant anxiety due to your desire and need to win.  No matter how extreme your drive is, the challenge that comes with being a "killa" is that balance...finding ways to feel good and validated, without it leading...

In this day and age, it is difficult to make choices about what products to use for your hair, skin and body. Not only are there a million brands to choose from, all of them claiming to be the best, there are far too many brands that use ingredients that harm you and actually create more problems than they solve.  I recently came across a line of body care products that has me daily rejuvenated, s...

The emotion of anger is often misunderstood. Most run from anger, in fear of alienating people, or doing something they regret. Instead, they opt to "fake" positivity, or sulk in sadness and helplessness.  What Malcolm X suggests, is to channel the anger into constructive action. It is within your power to use anger to generate the personal power to create results... however, this remains up to yo...

Michael Jordan once said about Kobe Braynt "He's just as cursed as I am." The curse MJ was talking about was the constant desire to dominate, win and improve, at virtually any cost.  You've decided what you want, and you are afflicted with the same desire to win, dominate, and master your craft. The problem that comes up is the incessant feeling that you are not doing enough. You're not making pro...

Are you a coach or teacher? Are you an "influencer"? Do you have kids? Do you value helping others to get results? If so, you and I have that in common.  In my quest to be world-class at what I do, I have read hundreds of books… and not all of them were created equal. In this episode, I break down 9 of the most impactful books that have helped me become a better coach. I also breakdown what it tak...

Once you decide to channel your ambition towards real results, now you have a challenge... How do you track your progress? How do you organize all of these goals? How are you going to manage all of these thighs without getting overwhelmed? How can you ensure that you follow-through, and remain accountable? I have tested and tried a lot of apps for this purpose, and I have yet to find one as practi...

People who are comfortable being the "victim", love to use their adversity and pain as a reason to complain, underachieve, and avoid reality. In this powerful new song from NBA star, rap artist, and Oakland native, Dame Lillard aka "Dame D.O.L.L.A.", he shows us how to use your pain as a badge of honor instead of a liability. #BARS Dame D.O.L.L.A. "GOAT Spirit"

Coronavirus exposed so many, for so many reasons. People came out of the quarantine fat and out of shape, relationships suffering, and with a false sense of relief as if something like COVID-19 can't happen again.   What you want to do is to prepare yourself against a future crisis. This won't happen by accident, it will be because you deliberately decide. In this episode I show you the ways you c...

Your mindset is everything, and it's your job to condition the beliefs that create your mindset.   Listen to these mental reps over and over again, develop consistency in your thoughts, and watch the results flow.   Mental Reps Mixtape Vol. 5 Tracklist: "I Make It Look Easy (Runnin' to the Pain)" "Everyday I'm Motivated" "Not On My Level" "Nobody Like Me" "LOL (Too Much Fun)" "I Trust Myself" "Do...

All of us, at some point or another, have to do things we don't want, in a way we don't want to, and be subject to circumstances or even people outside of our control. But it's how you respond, and how long you stay in this position that really matters.   In this classic Tupac interview, 'Pac explains the real crime in being "pimped" as his interviewer calls it, and why the "come up" is the most i...

Another mixtape installment of the popular GYMR series "Mental Reps".   Use this as a powerful mental conditioning tool to build confidence, belief and certainty, at any time.   Mental Reps Mixtape Vol. 4 Tracklist: "Stop Thinking (Just Go)" "I'm So Ready" "Can't Stop (Call Me Diddy)" "Gains (No Maintaining)" "Pain Into Aggression" "I'm A Champion" "In The Jungle" "I Ain't Stoppin'"   Imnotyou.com...

This is for the times you feel frustrated, upset, or pissed off because something doesn't go as planned.   Everyone loves the idea of accomplishing their goals, and creating a level of reality that is different than the one they currently have. The ones who actually create the results are the ones who understand that the grind is called a "GRIND" for a reason.   You need to train and discipline yo...

Are you a competitive athlete who also struggles to align their belief and commitment to Christ? In this episode, I share the podcast and movement of John Hollinger and his "A Footballer's Faith" podcast, designed to help Christian soccer athletes dominate in their sport while also glorifying God.   Subscribe to his podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-footballers-faith/id14763198...

In this classic interview with two legends, Kobe Bryant and Kendrick Lamar, Kobe shows what the evolution to greatness really looks like. It's a reality that most run from, but Kobe is all for it. #Bars

Now more than ever, there is an abundance of "aspiring" pro athletes and "Millionaire" business leaders. And it's getting harder and harder to tell who is for real and who is faking it all.   In this episode, I detail the signs that I have witnessed from athletes and entrepreneurs that show me that they are kidding themselves - and the closest thing they will get to a professional, is when they si...

How do you bounce back stronger after a loss, a tough break, or a set of circumstances you didn't ask for?   Most never recover, which is exactly why they stay stuck. Today, I show you the stages of recovery, and how to come back stronger than ever.   Time Stamps: (1:22) The meaning behind today's episode (5:15) Step 1: Quickly identify the roots of your failure (11:41) Step 2: Create practical pl...

Have you ever heard of a quote, and wanted to make a poster out of it so you could see it at the same time?   What happens when you hear new quotes everyday?   In this episode I show you how I solved the dilemma of wanting to remind myself of the powerful bars, without making the walls of my home look like a power line pole on the streets of downtown Los Angeles.   #UpOnGame

Consistency is everything... but that statement doesn't feel as good when things aren't going your way.   Today, we hear a powerful bar from one of the best rappers out (Dave East), about what will happen if you just "stay down", and don't give up.   #BARS

Most people think "aha-moments" (or moments of clarity) are passive, coincidental, or random.   In this episode, I break down how to create these moments of clarity, how to stay clear-headed, and motivated (with a sense of urgency). It's up to you to follow through.   Time Stamps: (1:22) When was the last time you had an "Aha-moment"? (3:41) The meaning of an "Aha-moment" (4:29) Think constantly a...

There isn't a person breathing who doesn't care about others' opinions. Everyone deeply craves to be accepted. You and I struggle to find the balance between having people like you, and accomplishing the results.   This episode is all about how to master that fear of criticism that is so innate to who we are... and how to begin to channel it towards growth, motivation and inspiration.   Time Stamp...

We are all faced with hard decisions... what should we do? How should we choose? What must be sacrificed? These decisions ultimately lead to our results, so making the "wrong" decision must be avoided. But HOW? In this episode, I break down the criteria you should use for making tough decisions.    Imnotyou.com/KI

Sean Fagan is Professional Muay Thai Fighter and champion, and also an Entrepreneur, Podcaster and founder of Muay Thai Guy.   In this episodes, he breaks down his simple and profound philosophy on fear, growth and the championship fighter's mentality.   Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome Sean Fagan! (2:08) Reflecting on Sean's journey, starting back from high school (8:20) How Sean used fear as a signal...

Under pressure, most people wish it were different. Some stay calm. And then there are the Killas....they find a way to be more reckless, more aggressive and even more dominant under the pressure.   This is not a gift. It is a choice. In "Hagakure" this mindset is brilliantly stated. and in this episode I break down this mindset from the classic book. #BARS   Imnotyou.com/bookclub