Episodes
Feb. 28, 2023
#147 - The Art of Perseverance
In anything you do, you will sometimes have to wait to see the results of your hard work. During such times, it’s easy to lose motivation and give up. In today’s episode, Lewis talks about persistence and perseverance. He ex…
Feb. 21, 2023
#146 - How to Reframe your Negative Self Talk
Did you know that almost 90% of our self-talk is negative? When you’re constantly thinking negative thoughts, you’ll have a hard time feeling optimistic about anything - and it can be hard to see the good in yourself and oth…
Feb. 14, 2023
#145 - How to Be More Disciplined
We all know that discipline is the foundation for success. In life, career, relationships, health, finances, whatever it is, discipline is the key. So how do you build more of it? In today’s episode, Lewis talks about the po…
Jan. 20, 2023
#144 - The Best Birthday Gift
Do you like receiving gifts? What is the best birthday gift you’ve ever received? In today’s episode, Lewis reveals the best birthday gift you’ll ever receive. He explains why this particular gift is special and how it can h…
Dec. 8, 2022
#143 - Ed Jackson | Post Traumatic Growth
Ed Jackson is a former Professional Rugby player, who in 2017 suffered a life changing injury when diving into a swimming pool. Ed will talk about his injury, which led to him to follow a new and refined purpose in life as a…
Oct. 24, 2022
#142 - Kath Koschel | Giving Radical Kindness
Kath Koschel is a former professional cricketer, yet after facing many adversities in her life started the huge non for profit, Kindness Factory. Kath talks about her journey through the world of cricket, having to quit due …
Oct. 13, 2022
#141 - 3 Ways to Stop Choking Under Pressure
On today’s episode, Lewis dissects 3 ways for athletes to stop choking under pressure during a game. He will also identify three theories as to what causes athletes to lose their focus or stumble during a game. [02:53] Ident…
Oct. 6, 2022
#140 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
If you have ever been in a situation where you doubted your abilities, then you are probably one of the millions of people experiencing imposter syndrome. What’s more interesting is that imposter syndrome often occurs in hig…
Sept. 8, 2022
#139 - Will Greenwood | Strategies, Coping and Advice for Sport & Life
Will Greenwood is a former England Rugby Player and is considered to be a legend of the game. He formed a part of the team that won the World Cup in 2003. Will is also a strong advocate for Festival of Sport, a program dedic…
Sept. 2, 2022
#138 - How Body Language Can Change your Mindset
Can body language influence an athlete's performance? The simple answer is yes. Body language forms the core of almost all sporting success. How? Well, first, positive body language boosts a player's morale, making them beli…
Aug. 25, 2022
#137 - Controlling your Emotions
As athletes, we deal with emotions all the time. So, it’s almost expected that we should be great at managing them, especially on the field. However, that is usually not the case, and not all athletes are masters of controll…
Aug. 18, 2022
#136 - Common Mistakes By Athletes
Nobody’s perfect, and the fact of the matter is that we all make mistakes. Some mistakes you don’t regret because they made you the type of athlete you are right now. But others will turn your life completely upside down. So…
Aug. 9, 2022
#135 - 10 Habits of Successful Athletes
Being an excellent athlete is not something that just happens. There has to be something that goes into making someone exceptionally good at something. Yes, there’s some natural skill involved but being the best in anything …
July 31, 2022
#134 - Lauren Smith | Hardwork is a Talent
Lauren Smith is a professional badminton player who made her Olympic Games debut in Rio 2016 and continues to impress on the world stage. In 2019, she secured the European Games title with Marcus Ellis (mixed doubles) and si…
June 28, 2022
#133 - Tanni Grey-Thompson | Sport Can Change the World
Tanni Grey-Thompson, also known as Carys Davina Grey-Thompson or Baroness Grey-Thompson, is a Welsh politician and former wheelchair racer. She delves into her childhood and her supportive parents, her Paralympics journey, h…
June 21, 2022
#132 - How to Create a Cohesive Team
Building a working team is easy. All you need is a budget, and you can go after anybody you want. However, there is a massive difference between a team and a cohesive team. First, you can assemble the best people to work on …
June 7, 2022
#131 - Jamie Peacock | Right Decisions vs Easy Decisions
Jamie Peacock is the most successful player in Super League history, a motivational speaker and leadership mentor. Having won the Super League championships a total of nine times. Jamie shares how self-doubt almost ruined hi…
May 31, 2022
#130 - Katrina Webb | Learning to Accept Yourself
Katrina Webb is a former Australian Paralympic athlete with cerebral palsy and has won Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals at three Paralympic Games. She was also the first torch bearer to enter the Stadium at the Sydney 2000 Pa…
May 24, 2022
#129 - The Paradox of Perfectionism
As athletes, we are all perfectionists. Think about it: aren’t we all trying to be perfect in everything we do? Who wouldn’t want to be an athlete with a disciplined work ethic characterized by incredibly high standards for …
May 17, 2022
#128 - A Powerful Exercise to Turn Negative Self Talk into Positive Self Talk
All athletes have an inner critic -- that little voice that sounds a lot like a critical parent or friend who wants the best for you. However, the inner critic can often bring more harm than good, particularly when it’s more…
May 10, 2022
#127 - How to Avoid Complacency
Complacency is when you ultimately become comfortable and take the gas off on routines, schedules, and goals. This stops you from being forward-thinking and being open to new opportunities, losing all the progress you’ve mad…
May 3, 2022
#126 - How to Plan your Training for Better Results
Athletes who go through their training sometimes fall back into old habits as soon as they step on the field instead of focusing on important goals. Lewis’ exercises allow you to shift your focus towards process-driven goals…
April 26, 2022
#125 - Breathing Exercises for Anxiety & Nerves
Our nerves and anxieties can cripple us in our performances. It can come knocking at your door when you least expect it. In this episode, Lewis gives the hows and whys of proper breathing techniques and a couple of breathing…
April 19, 2022
#124 - Chelsea Tuach | Trusting in your Decisions
Chelsea Tuach is a professional Surfer from Barbados, recently winning the Barbados Surf Pro as well as being one of the highest ranked surfers from Barbados. She shares her love for surfing and the surfing community, how …