Why Suffering As An Athlete is Wrong with Jaemin Frazer

This episode is proudly sponsored by Jaemin Frazer. We genuinely believe in the work Jaemin does, and if anything in this conversation hits home, we'd encourage you to reach out to him directly.Want to work with Jaemin on your insecurity? Go to 👉 https://jaeminfrazer.com/triveloThis episode is proudly sponsored by Jaemin Frazer. We genuinely believe in the work Jaemin does, and if anything in this conversation hits home, we'd encourage you to reach out to him directly.Insecurity Was Your Rocket Fuel. Now It’s Your Handbrake. For years we’re told that high performance comes down to discipline, mindset, and pushing harder. And when you’re young, that kind of pressure actually works. Insecurity can feel like rocket fuel. It drives you to train harder. Prove yourself. Outwork everyone. But somewhere along the journey, the same fuel turns toxic. Performance stalls. Motivation drops. The joy disappears. So what changed? In this conversation, Jaemin Frazer breaks down what insecurity actually is, how it forms, and why self-discipline built on mistrust eventually backfires. You’ll learn: Why insecurity can create early success but sabotage long-term performance What insecurity really is (it’s not laziness or lack of confidence) How your nervous system quietly resists “unsafe” success Why fighting yourself is the slowest way to improve And how working from a place with nothing to prove or defend becomes the real unfair advantage If you care about performance, longevity, and enjoying the life you’re building, this episode will change how you train, lead, and relate to yourself. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, we help Endurance Athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and his son, Endurance Coach Jordan Donnelly. Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.