2025 Reflections & 2026 Aspirations

In this special Christmas and end-of-year episode, Tim Buxton and Mario Buchs slow things down to reflect on the journey of The One Percenters Performance Podcast across 2025 and to set the tone for what’s ahead in 2026.Rather than chasing trends or polished soundbites, this conversation stays grounded, honest, and human. Tim and Mario unpack what they’ve learned through lived experience in sport, work, family, leadership, coaching, and life transitions. From the unsexy power of consistency to the importance of staying true to your core values, this episode is an invitation to reflect deeply before rushing into the new year.This is not about resolutions. It’s about rhythms. Not about reinvention. But alignment.Key Themes & ConversationsWhy authenticity beats algorithmsA look back at why the podcast has stayed genuine, unscripted, and rooted in real experience rather than hype.The myth of the “New You”Why growth does not require losing who you are, and how staying anchored to your core values is essential during seasons of transition.The unsexy work of the 99%The daily habits, check-ins, and consistency that make the final one percent actually matter.Reflection as a disciplineWhy waiting until the end of the year is often too late, and how weekly or monthly reflection builds clarity and momentum.Gratitude as a daily practiceSimple habits that shift mindset, perspective, and performance long before results show up.Teams, mentors, and human connectionWhy no meaningful progress happens alone and how surrounding yourself with the right people changes everything.Tim and Mario share what’s on the horizon, including Looking Ahead to 2026:The evolution of humanitarian ultra-endurance experiences, including a return to Kurdistan, IraqExpansion of coaching and mentoring, with a strong emphasis on human-first, holistic performanceNew guests joining the podcast, bringing fresh perspectives and respectful disagreementContinued focus on leadership, resilience, belonging, and performance beyond sportThe One Percent Takeaway: Don’t wait for a new year to become someone else.Build rhythms that help you become more fully yourself.Progress comes from ownership, consistency, reflection, and community — not from sudden reinvention or chasing the next shiny solution.Get In TouchMario Buchs - [email protected]⁠⁠Follow @healthetica_coaching on LinkedIn, Instagram and moreTim Buxton - [email protected]⁠⁠Follow @timothykbuxton on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, and moreDiscover More & ShareIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, or your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your reviews and shares—help others discover the power of aligning your purpose with your performance!