MindStrong

Exploring the significance of 'big fish small pond' in both sports and life, choosing between personal growth and team improvement, making tough decisions to challenge oneself, importance of being the slowest person in a group, and improving your current environment before seeking opportunities elsewhere.

In this episode, Jon Lewis, Elite Fast Bowling Coach for England Cricket, discusses what it takes to make it as a top professional, the importance of patience, players coaching each other, continuous improvement in sports, trying new things and embracing change, confidence under pressure, and the safety of a CBD product for athletes.

Learn tips for handling criticism as an athlete to improve yourself and your relationships. Understand the value of mindful responses and taking time to process feedback. Discover how to effectively receive criticism for personal growth and stronger connections. Explore the Sport Yogi app for improving mindset and wellbeing.

Sam Willoughby, BMX Olympic Silver Medalist and former world champion, shares his incredible story of overcoming adversity and discusses embracing struggle, cultivating a positive mindset, and finding independence after a spinal cord injury. They also touch on BMX racing basics, handling distractions in the Olympics, and the significance of their wedding day.

The podcast discusses tips for athletes at the end of their season, including the importance of rest, reflection on achievements, and planning for future goals. The hosts share their experience as professional performers and offer insights on improving recovery and making changes to training.

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 pathway into sport plays a vial role in building not only good athletes but good men in our societies.This episode is sponsored by Sport YogiFor Athletes that want to Breathe, Think and Move Better...The Sport Yogi app is now available.Download atiOSAndroidVisit sportyogi.com for moreConnect with Lewis at:Instagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast

Learn about the value of self-honesty in fostering growth and inspiring others. Explore the concept of acknowledging weaknesses and the fear of judgment. Discover the importance of receiving feedback and creating allies for personal improvement. Embrace honesty, have a plan, and seek help from others for growth. Understand the significance of being honest with oneself and finding balance between self-reflection and positive self-talk.

Professional cricketer Phil Salt discusses his journey into cricket, playing for multiple teams worldwide, and being included in the England T20 squads. He shares insights on building a process to focus under pressure, the enjoyment of the sport, and his mindfulness/meditation practice.

In this episode, the hosts discuss tips for finding and maintaining motivation, including focusing on personal progress, embracing setbacks, and seeking accountability. They also share strategies for breaking out of a rut, such as creating achievable goals, changing routines, and seeking advice from others. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of taking breaks to prevent burnout and boost motivation, and suggest involving others to determine true desires.

 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 environment years later as a more senior figure in the team.We go into what was behind the changes that Team GB made between Olympics that moved them from Bronze to Gold, that she was able to cherish with her Wife and Teammate, Kate. Helen also talks about her experiences of transitioning as a coach and how looking through the lens of a players perspective has helped her look at the role in a different light.This episode is sponsored by Network My Club.Find out more about their online networking and event management. Visit networkmyclub.co.ukOr Follow at LinkedinFollow Helen atTwitterInstagramhelenrichardson-walsh.comConnect with Lewis at:Instagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit www.lewishatchett.com/podcast