Top 4 of 2025: No. 1 Surf Lifesaving Athlete on Visualisation & Mindset Training | Ali Day

Ali Day is one of the world’s top Ironman athletes - but this isn’t about medals. It’s about the mindset, habits, and grit that push humans past their limits. Ali breaks down the people who shaped him, the mental tools that rewired his approach, and the moments that tested him like never before.Behind the scenes, he reveals the visualisation and hypnosis tools that changed everything—imagining entire races in brutal detail, scripting every move, and rehearsing every scenario in his mind—alongside the recovery strategies, growth lessons, and life insights that stretch far beyond sport.4:45 Role models, belonging, and realising heroes are human 7:05 Curiosity, early psychology work, and the 10-minute shift 11:20 Mental skills, imagery, and gaining an edge early 18:15 Going against the grain and leaning on the right support 20:20 Rock bottom, injury, and rebuilding stronger 27:00 Unlearning old identities and upgrading information 35:55 Why Ironman is a team sport — when to follow, when to lead 39:00 The unseen work and treating performance like a job 46:45 Recovery as a priority and tracking the data 50:15 Life beyond Ironman and approaching a new career like a race 57:10 The next decade, and reflecting on the journey 1:02:15 Psychologist Lisa’s reflectionsFollow Ali on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alastairday/?hl=enFind out more about ACTV Strength Co: https://actvstrengthco.com/