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The MindSets Podcast
by Angus Cook
Welcome to the MindSets Podcast, your new favourite sports and fitness podcast hosted by Angus and Charles! We keep you up to date with the latest sports new, controversial hot takes from our listeners and expert advice that will absolutely help you with your own sports performance! Oh AND we have a laugh the entire time even before we round each episode off with an interactive game.If you loved watch A Question of Sport or A League of Their Own, you'll love this!
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SUB 2 HOURS: WHAT JUST HAPPENED.. & King (LeBron) James is BACK! | MindSets Podcast | Episode 86
🏃 Marathon World Records & The Biggest Week in Sport??This week’s episode is pure sports chaos! No segments, no filler, just the biggest stories in the world right now.We kick things off with one of the most insane moments in running history: TWO athletes breaking the marathon world record and the long-awaited 2-hour barrier being smashed.From there, we dive straight into the rest of the London Marathon - covering both elite racing and mass participation, with friend of the show George Grassly taking the mass win in 2:12.And that’s just the start…We also get into huge performances and headlines across sport: LeBron James putting on a show alongside his son, the Red Roses dominating the Women’s Six Nations, the 2026 NFL Draft, McLaren stepping into golf with Justin Rose, and Nelly Korda continuing her dominance with another major win.We also break down all the Hyrox Elite 15 results from the final major of the season in Warsaw — what it means for the sport and who’s making moves at the top level.After a huge rundown of the week, we move into “Grind My Gears” (with plenty of marathon-related frustrations), before wrapping things up with a classic Higher or Lower game.⸻🌍 The Biggest Week in SportWorld records at the London Marathon , NBA, rugby, golf, NFL, and more — everything you need to know, all in one episode.⸻🏃♂️ London Marathon & World Record DiscussionBreaking down historic performances, elite racing, and standout mass participation results.⸻🏋️ Hyrox Elite 15 Warsaw ReviewFull results and analysis from the final major of the season.⸻😤 Grind My GearsListener-submitted annoyances — marathon themed and beyond.⸻🎯 The Game: Higher or LowerAngus tests Charles (and you) with a fast-paced guessing game across sport and random knowledge.⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsListen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast\MindSets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast\Angus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscook\Charles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_\TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast\Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 - Intro01:25 - News + Episode42:04 - Grind My Gears59:10 - Higher or Lower1:10:03 - Outro⸻Keywordsmarathon world record, sub 2 hour marathon, London Marathon 2026, George Grassly marathon, Hyrox Elite 15 Warsaw, LeBron James performance, Red Roses rugby, Nelly Korda Chevron Championship, Justin Rose McLaren golf, sports podcast, running podcast, endurance sport, Hyrox racing⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #LondonMarathon #MarathonWorldRecord #Hyrox #LeBronJames #RunningPodcast #EnduranceSport #SportsNews
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The Perfect Marathon Strategy (According to Elide Kipchoge & Paula Radcliffe) | MindSets Podcast | Episode 85
🏃 EP. 85 – Marathon Week: Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe - The Big Race Day Strategy and How They TaperIt's London Marathon week, and we’re diving deep into how two legendary marathoners (Eliud Kipchoge and Paula Radcliffe) prepare for race day. We break down their very different tapering approaches and how each one could work for you. We also look at how they actually pace and race, giving you tips if you’re running the London Marathon or just dreaming of your first 26.2 miles. Plus, we’ve got gym annoyances, sports news, and a quiz to wrap it up!⸻📰 Two-Minute NewsWe open with the biggest sports stories of the week. Quick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop.⸻😤 Grind My GearsWe read out and break down some hilarious listener-submitted complaints from gym frustrations or life quirks, we’ve got them all.⸻🏃♂️ Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe: Tapering & Race StrategyWe break down how Eliud Kipchoge and Paula Radcliffe taper for marathons. Two contrasting approaches with lessons for any runner. Then we dive into how each races strategically, from pacing to mental tactics, and share advice for anyone preparing for their own marathon.⸻🎯 The GameCharles tests Angus with a sports quiz - some marathon-related and some from across the sporting world, plus a few surprises about Angus’ own sporting past!⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsListen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastHosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 Intro02:XX Two-Minute NewsXX:XX Grind My GearsXX:XX Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe Taper DiscussionXX:XX Race Strategy BreakdownXX:XX The Game1:45:00 Outro⸻KeywordsEliud Kipchoge taper, Paula Radcliffe taper, marathon preparation, how to race a marathon, London Marathon tips, marathon strategy, marathon pacing, running podcast, endurance athletes, sports quiz⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #MarathonTraining #EliudKipchoge #PaulaRadcliffe #LondonMarathon #RunningTips #EnduranceAthlete #SportsPodcast
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Why Ellie Kildunne Is So Good At Rugby | MindSets Podcast | Episode 84
Ellie Kildunne is one of the most dangerous players in rugby right now, but what actually makes her so good?In Episode 84, Angus and Charles break down her training, weekly structure, and how the Red Roses are setting the standard in elite sport.⸻📰 Two-Minute NewsThe biggest stories across sport right now:Key headlines and performancesQuick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop⸻🏉 Ellie Kildunne – Training & PerformanceWe break down what makes Ellie Kildunne so effective:The demands of playing fullbackWhy speed and decision-making are keyHer likely weekly training structureWhy taking Wednesday off is a performance advantageWe also discuss:Balancing gym, speed, skills, and conditioningWhy strength is still an area of developmentWhat most athletes get wrong about training and recovery⸻🌹 Red Roses – Elite Training SystemInside the England women's national rugby union team:How elite teams structure their weekWhy game-speed training mattersSkill execution under fatigueThe role of recovery and load management⸻🎯 The GameA tough general knowledge sports quiz to finish.Play along and see how many you can get right 👀⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsLinktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetspodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/your-linkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastHosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersHystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)15% off with code: MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 Intro02:XX Two-Minute NewsXX:XX Ellie Kildunne DiscussionXX:XX Red Roses TrainingXX:XX Sports Quiz1:08:04 Outro⸻KeywordsEllie Kildunne training, Red Roses rugby, rugby training, elite athlete training, sports podcast UK, athlete mindset⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #EllieKildunne #RedRoses #RugbyTraining #WomenInSport #SportsPodcast #Rugby #6nations #sixnations
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Bryson DeChambeau vs Rory McIlroy - Who Has the Edge at The Masters? | MindSets Podcast | Episode 83
Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy are heading into The Masters at Augusta with completely different approaches, and the question is simple: who actually has the edge?In Episode 83, Angus and Charles cover the latest stories in sport before breaking down one of the biggest matchups in golf, analysing training, performance, and what separates two of the world’s best.⸻📰 Two-Minute NewsWe open the episode with the biggest stories across sport right now:Tiger Woods and recent developments surrounding his situationJakob Ingebrigtsen targeting a major mile record attemptRetirement news from a top British sprinterQuick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop.⸻⛳ Bryson DeChambeau vs Rory McIlroy -> Power vs Precision at AugustaThis is the headline topic.Two elite golfers with completely different styles are heading into The Masters, but which approach is better suited to Augusta?We break down:What separates Bryson and Rory from a training and performance perspectiveThe contrast between power and precision in elite golfHow their preparation and physical profiles differWhat matters most when performing at Augusta NationalWe also discuss:Rory’s position coming in as defending championBryson’s pursuit of his first Masters winWhich athlete is better set up to succeed this weekend⸻😤 Grind My GearsThis week’s frustration…We discuss frustrations from the week and broader observations around everyday behaviour and sport.Got something grinding your gears?Send it in for future episodes.⸻🎯 The GameCan you recognise the sound/ commentary? Angus is challenged by Charles to identify the famous sporting moment from a short audio clip alone. Can you guess them all?⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsLinktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetspodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/your-linkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastHosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using codeMINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 Intro02:15 Two-Minute News06:38 Grind My Gears18:35 Bryson vs Rory Discussion54:00 Game - "Heard That Before?"1:10:14 Outro⸻KeywordsBryson DeChambeau vs Rory McIlroy, The Masters Augusta, golf training, power vs precision golf, Tiger Woods news, Jakob Ingebrigtsen mile record, elite athlete mindset, golf performance, fitness podcast, hybrid athlete⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #TheMasters #BrysonDeChambeau #RoryMcIlroy #Golf #Augusta #GolfTraining #HybridAthlete #FitnessPodcast #ElitePerformance #Sport
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The Truth Behind Keely Hodgkinson’s Training | MindSets Podcast | Episode 82
British athletes are making serious statements on the world stage, Hyrox is facing controversy, and cheating in CrossFit has taken a bizarre turn.In Episode 82, Angus and Charles cover a packed week of sport before diving into one of the most dominant middle-distance athletes in the world right now, Keely Hodgkinson.⸻📰 Two-Minute NewsWe open the episode with the biggest stories across sport right now:British success at the Indoor Athletics World ChampionshipsFinal Six Nations table and tournament takeawaysHyrox EMEA Regional Championships controversyCrossFit Open cheating scandal involving edited videosQuick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop.⸻🏃♀️ Keely Hodgkinson – Training, Dominance and World Record PotentialThis is the headline topic.Keely Hodgkinson has established herself as the dominant force in the 800m, but how is she doing it?We break down:What makes her so consistent at the highest levelThe demands of elite 800m running and the balance between speed and enduranceLikely training structure behind her performancesThe role of threshold work, speed endurance, and race tacticsWhy she is separating herself from the fieldWe also discuss:How close she could be to breaking the 800m world recordWhat it takes physiologically to dominate this eventWhether her model is replicable or truly elite territory⸻😤 Grind My GearsThis week’s frustration…Why does it feel like theft and petty crime are becoming more common?From gyms to everyday life, we unpack what we have noticed and why it might be happening.Got something grinding your gears?Send it in for future episodes.⸻🧠 Build Your AthleteWe finish with a strategic and slightly chaotic game.Charles is given a budget and must build the ultimate athlete by selecting from three options across six different categories.We break down:His selections and reasoningWhere he spent big versus saved budgetStrengths and weaknesses of his athleteThen we compare it to listener submissions.Did Charles build a world class athlete or did the audience do better?⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsLinktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindSets_PodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/your-linkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastHosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using codeMINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 Intro00:30 Two-Minute News03:15 Indoor Worlds British Success09:40 Six Nations Final Table16:20 Hyrox EMEA Controversy24:10 CrossFit Open Cheating33:45 Keely Hodgkinson Deep Dive55:30 Grind My Gears01:07:00 Build Your Athlete01:20:00 Listener Submissions01:27:00 Outro⸻KeywordsKeely Hodgkinson training, 800m world record, Indoor Athletics Championships, Six Nations results, Hyrox controversy, CrossFit Open cheating, hybrid athlete, endurance training, UK athletics, fitness podcast⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #KeelyHodgkinson #800m #Athletics #Hyrox #CrossFitOpen #SixNations #HybridAthlete #Running #FitnessPodcast #UKSport
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How Charlie Botterill Ran 54:38 - Full Training Breakdown | MindSets Podcast | Episode 81
Elite 15 HYROX athlete Charlie Botterill is back joining Angus & Charles on the MindSets Podcast for Episode 81 — and this is the episode every HYROX athlete needs to listen to.⚠️ This is part 2 of 2 with Charlie; if you haven’t listened to Episode 80, go back and check it out first ⚠️Charlie had a huge performance at HYROX Glasgow (54:38 PB) and 2 weeks ago he sat down with Angus and Charles to break down the training, structure, and science behind his performance - all as a self-coached Elite 15 athlete.With over 12 years of tracked training data, Charlie takes us through how his programming has evolved from his background as a professional cyclist to becoming one of the fastest HYROX athletes in the world.This isn’t just a catch-up - it’s a HYROX training masterclass.In this episode we cover:🏆 HYROX Glasgow performance (54:38 PB)📊 12+ years of structured training data🚴 Transition from pro cycling to HYROX Elite 15🏃♂️ How his HYROX training has evolved📈 The aerobic sessions that changed his performance🔥 The sessions he believes are the biggest needle movers🧪 The science behind his programming🥪 Meal deal ratings & nutrition habits🎯 HYROX performance quiz — can you beat us?2 Minute News 📰We kick things off with our 2 Minute Sporting News, covering:🏆 Charlie’s HYROX Glasgow result🏉 Latest Six Nations updates❄️ Paralympic Winter Games roundup🚴 Tadej Pogačar winning Strade Bianche for the 4th time⚽️ Chelsea Women lifting the League Cup🔴 Arsenal’s Premier League charge👟 Adidas’ new hybrid racing shoeGrind My Gears ⚙️We’re back with more listener submissions covering training mistakes, gym etiquette and everyday annoyances… and Charlie gets involved 😅Game: HYROX Performance Quiz 🧠Charles puts Angus against Charlie in a HYROX performance quiz — testing their knowledge of each other and some of the biggest names in the sport.Can you beat them listening or watching at home?💥 If you’re serious about improving your HYROX performance, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts / YouTube👕 Podcast SponsorSupport the podcast & level up your kit → https://www.hystyleclo.comUse code MINDSET15 for 15% off 🔥👥 Follow CharlieInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/charlie.botterill🎙️ Follow MindSets Podcast / The HostsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastAngus → https://www.instagram.com/anguscookCharles → https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastYouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@mindsets_podcastAll links → https://linktr.ee/mindsetspodcast⏱️ Chapters00:00 Intro00:31 2 Minute Sporting News02:54 Grind My Gears10:40 Charlie’s Training Background (Cycling → HYROX)15:31 Z2 Training25:38 Old Training32:00 A Training Week Snapshot38:35 What Charlie's Changed Recently47:34 Doping in Hyrox51:58 Listener Questions (Meal Deals, Nutrition)1:00:19 HYROX Performance Quiz1:08:20 Wrap Up🔎 SEO KeywordsHYROXHYROX trainingHYROX training programHYROX Elite 15Charlie BotterillHYROX GlasgowHYROX 54:38HYROX workoutsHYROX strategyHYROX running trainingHYROX athlete trainingHybrid fitness trainingEndurance training scienceZone 2 trainingVO2 max trainingHYROX performanceSub60#️⃣ Hashtags#hyrox #hyroxtraining #elite15 #charliebotterill #hybridathlete #hybridfitness #runningtraining #enduranceathlete #fitnesspodcast #mindsetspodcast #hyroxworkout #zonetraining #aerobictraining #fitnesseducation #cycling
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Charlie Botterill Returns: Elite 15 Racing, Nike Signing & Hyrox Chaos | MindSets Podcast | Episode 80
Elite 15 HYROX athlete Charlie Botterill returns to the MindSets Podcast for Episode 80 - and there’s a LOT to catch up on.⚠️ This is part 1 of 2 with Charlie; next episode Charlie reveals his training, fuelling and racing strategies - answering all of your questions in the process ⚠️Since Charlie’s last appearance, his HYROX career has exploded. From running his first ever sub-60 Men’s Pro race just 12 months ago, to qualifying for the HYROX Elite 15 World Championships in Chicago in the Men’s Pro Doubles with Ollie Russell, signing with Nike, and standing on the podium in his first Elite 15 solo race in Melbourne - Charlie has been right at the centre of the sport’s rapid growth.In this episode we break down everything that’s happened since we last spoke:🏋️Charlie's CrossFit 26.1 Performance🏃♂️ Running sub-60 in HYROX Men’s Pro🌍 Qualifying for the Elite 15 World Championships🤝 Racing Pro Doubles with Ollie Russell👟 Signing with Nike🏆 Podiuming in Melbourne Elite 15🇸🇪 Qualifying for the 2026 HYROX World Championships in Stockholm📉 What went wrong in Phoenix (PHX)📈 What training looks like now and what’s coming next2 Minute News 📰We also kick things off with our 2 Minute Sporting News, covering everything from Keely Hodgkinson’s world-class performances to KSI buying Dagenham & Redbridge FC.Grinds My Gears ⚙️Later in the episode Charlie joins our infamous “Grind My Gears” segment reacting to some listener submissions that definitely didn’t go down well… 😅Game: The Price is Right 🤑Finally, we finish with a chaotic game of “The Price is Right”, where Angus names pieces of fitness equipment and sports tech and Charles vs Charlie battle to guess the closest price.Can you beat them listening or watching at home?In Episode 81, Charlie dives deep into his HYROX training programme, race strategy, and Elite 15 preparation — an episode that athletes and competitors will absolutely want to tune in for.🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts / YouTube👥 Follow Charlie Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/charlie.botterill🎙️ Follow MindSets Podcast / The HostsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastAngus → https://www.instagram.com/anguscookCharles → https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastYouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@MindSets_PodcastAll links → https://linktr.ee/mindsetspodcast⏱️ Suggested Chapters00:00 Intro02:00 2 Minute Sporting News04:35 Charlie Doing CrossFit 26.108:50 2025 Season21:48 Charlie's "Off-Season" 33:26 MindSet and 2026 Season 48:09 Grinds My Gears57:43 Game: The Price is Right1:11:52 Wrap Up🔎 SEO KeywordsHYROXHYROX Elite 15Charlie BotterillHYROX trainingHYROX athleteHYROX racingHYROX strategyHYROX world championshipsElite 15 HYROX athletesHYROX MelbourneHYROX ChicagoHYROX PhoenixHYROX ManchesterHYROX runningHYROX pro athleteHybrid fitness racingKeely Hodgkinson800m World RecordKSIDagenham and Redbridge FCCrossFit 26.1#️⃣ Hashtags#hyrox#hyroxtraining#hyroxathlete#elite15#hyroxworldchampionships#charliebotterill#hybridfitness#hybridathlete#running#fitnesspodcast#mindsetspodcast#sportsnews#nikeathlete#fitnesscompetition#CrossFit#CrossFit26.1
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Kristian Blummenfelt’s World Record VO2 Max Explained | MindSets Podcast | Episode 79
Kristian Blummenfelt has just recorded a VO2 max of 101 ml/kg/min, one of the highest ever documented in elite endurance sport.To put that into perspective:The average male sits around 35-45 ml/kg/minElite endurance athletes often range between 70-85 ml/kg/minBreaking 90 is extremely rare100+ is almost unheard ofAnd he didn’t even build towards this test.In Episode 79, Charles and I break down what that number actually means, how VO2 max is measured, and what kind of training it takes to build that level of aerobic engine.📰 Two-Minute NewsWe open the episode with the latest updates from across the sporting world:Winter Olympics headlinesRugby updatesManny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather running it back this SeptemberQuick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop.😤 Grind My GearsThis week’s segment had more input from us as hosts but we need more from you!What’s been winding you up recently in sport, training, or life?Send us your submissions for future episodes.🧬 Kristian Blummenfelt’s 101 VO2 Max - Breaking It DownThis is where we go into his structure.We found a documented training week from a few years ago to give insight into how a pro triathlete trains at the highest level.We analyse:Total weekly volume (hours & minutes)Double and triple session daysIntensity distributionThreshold vs VO2 max workZone 2 dominanceBrick sessionsRecovery structureWe break down the physiology behind:VO2 Max = Maximum Oxygen UptakeMeasured in millilitres of oxygen per kilogram of bodyweight per minute (ml/kg/min).It reflects:Cardiac outputStroke volumeMitochondrial densityCapillarisationLactate clearance abilityBut we also discuss:Why VO2 max alone doesn’t win racesEconomy vs capacityCan normal athletes meaningfully improve theirs?Is this replicable or genetic outlier territory?🎯 Who Would You Rather? (HYROX Edition) We finish with a competitive and slightly chaotic game.Round by round:Athlete vs Athlete (Who’s your race partner?)Sport vs SportBuild your ultimate HYROX teammateBy the end, you’re locked in for battle.🎙 Follow & Support MindSetsLinktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindSets_PodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/yourlinkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/MindSets_PodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@MindSets_PodcastHosted by Angus Cook & Charles Ingell👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo )Hysoxs ( @hysoxs )PodiumChasr ( @podiumchasr )Get 15% off your order using code:👉 MINDSET15⏱ Chapters00:00 – Intro00:27 – Two-Minute News03:20 – Grind My Gears13:37 – Kristian Blummenfelt VO2 Max 101 Explained45:42 – Who Would You Rather? (Game)54:25 – Outro
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Training Secrets of Winter Olympians | MindSets Podcast | Episode 78
Episode 78 of The MindSets Podcast is packed with Winter Olympic controversy, elite performance breakdowns, and another competitive game to finish.Charles and Angus kick things off with the latest in sports news, including major talking points from the Winter Olympics Milano Cortina.This week we have:🗞️ Sporting NewsWe cover: • Lindsey Vonn and her latest injury setback • The developing Canadian Olympic cheating scandal • The latest storylines from the Six Nations ChampionshipPlenty to unpack across skiing, rugby, and Olympic controversy.😤 Grind My GearsWe then get into some cracking listener-submitted Grind My Gears — and as always, nothing is off limits.🛷 Main Topic: How a Skeleton Athlete TrainsThe core of today’s episode looks at what it actually takes to become an Olympic-level skeleton athlete.With Matt Weston winning Olympic gold last week, we break down: • How athletes transition into skeleton from other sports • The power and sprint profile required • Strength & gym programming structure • Speed development and track work • How training changes across phases of the yearWe explore why skeleton often attracts athletes from explosive sports backgrounds — and what makes them successful on ice.🧊 Contrasting Comparison: Elite Curling TrainingWe then compare skeleton training to what elite Winter Olympics Milano Cortina curling athletes might prioritise: • Strength vs skill emphasis • Conditioning demands • Training Volume and Intensity • Periodisation differencesTwo very different winter sports — two very different performance models.🎯 Game Time: Guess the SportWe finish with a twist on recent weeks’ game.This time it’s Guess the Sport (not the athlete).Angus gives a number of clues, and Charles/ you have to figure out which sport is being described.Play along and see if you can beat Charles 👀🎧 Listen EverywhereFull episode available on:Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music🔗 All links in one place:👉 https://linktr.ee/MindSetsPodcast📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MindSets_Podcast🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@MindSets_Podcast⸻⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro02:15 – 2 Min News (ish)10:25 – Grind My Gears18:50 – How a Skeleton Athlete Trains28:45 – Curling vs Skeleton Training Comparison30:00 - Sponsors33:40 – Guess the Sport Game
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How Scotty James Trains To Be The Best Half Pipe Rider in the World | MindSets Podcast | Episode 77
Episode 77 of The MindSets Podcast is back to just Charles and Angus, and we’re diving deep into one of the most fascinating high-performance athletes on the planet: Scotty James.With the Winter Olympics Milano Cortina building nicely, Scotty’s next major competition is fast approaching. This episode breaks down exactly what it takes to be the best snowboarder in the world and whether this could finally be the year he bags Olympic gold 🥇🗞️ Opening Segment: Sporting News + Grind My GearsWe kick things off with the latest in sporting news before jumping into a mix of listener-submitted Grind My Gears, plus a fresh off-the-press GMG from Angus after a frustrating gym session on the day of recording.🏂 Main Segment: The Scotty James Deep DiveWe then get into the main event:Scotty James’ career progression and rise to the top of snowboardingWhat separates him from the rest of the fieldA full breakdown of how he trains:-Training phases across the year-Weekly programming structure-How strength, power, conditioning, and on-snow work fit together-Why his preparation matters right now with Olympic pressure buildingIf you’re interested in elite performance, Olympic preparation, or high-level athletic development, this one’s a must-listen.🧠 Final Segment: Who Won?We close the episode with "Who Won?" - Our quiz-based game where Charles gives Angus a specific competition from recent sporting history, and Angus has to name the winning team or athlete.Can you do better than Angus? Play along as you listen 👀⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro01:30 – Sporting News (2 MIN CAP)03:30 – Grinds My Gears 20:16 – Scotty James Career Breakdown27:22 – Scotty James Training Phases & Weekly Programming46:02 – Milano Cortina Olympics & Upcoming Competition Pressure54:25 – Game: "Who Won?" (Play Along at Home)1:06:29 – Bonus News🎧 Listen & FollowYou can listen to Episode 77 of The MindSets Podcast on all major platforms using:https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📸 Instagram: @MindSets_Podcast🎥 YouTube: MindSets Podcast🎵 TikTok: @MindSets_Podcast📸 Angus on Instagram: @anguscookIf you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow, subscribe, and share it with anyone interested in elite sport, Olympic performance, or training at the highest level.👇 Let us know:Do you think Scotty James finally gets Olympic gold?What athlete should we break down next?And how many did you get right in Who Won?
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Overhyped Athletes, Hardest Sports & Guess the Athlete | MindSets Podcast x DSM | Episode 76
This week’s episode is a special collaboration between the MindSets Podcast and the Diet Starts Monday Podcast, as Angus and Charles join Roscoe Carter for a crossover episode using YouTube’s new collaboration feature - meaning this episode is shared across both podcasts!?We stick to the MindSets Podcast format (mostly…) with:⏰2-Minute News (which somehow turns into 10–15 minutes)⚙️Grinds My Gears from all three of us plus listeners who wrote in.And then absolute chaos...Without a set main topic, we dive head-first into games, debates, and hot takes across a wide range of sports including MMA, football (soccer), Formula 1, tennis, winter sports, and more.🏆 The Big Game Section Includes:1. Blind Ranking Sports by Difficulty – Tennis = Hardest Sport Ever??2. Blind Ranking “Overhyped” Athletes – Ryan Gossier??3. Guess the Athlete (1v1) – Charles vs Roscoe, one vague clue at a time… one wrong guess and you’re OUT💬 Inspirational Quotes from The Boys1 Inspirational One (Bish)1 Awful One (Bash)1 Mediocre One (Bosh)This episode is packed with sports debates, listener interaction, and unfiltered opinions, making it one of our most unpredictable shows yet.Check out the podcasts here:🔗 All links:👉 https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast:Instagram | TikTok | YouTube: @mindsets_podcastInstagram | TikTok : @dietstartsmonday_podYouTube: @Dietstartsmondaychannel If you’re into:Sports podcasts, Athlete debates, MMA, F1, football, tennis, rugby & niche sports talkBlind ranking challengesGames, banter & strong opinions…this one’s for you.👇 Let us know in the comments:Which sport is ACTUALLY the hardest?Which athlete do you think is the most overhyped?Who won Guess the Athlete?🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.📌 YouTube Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: MindSets x Diet Starts Monday 01:10 – “2 Minute” News (That Isn’t 2 Minutes)15:00 – Grinds My Gears (Including Listener Submissions)31:30 – Blind Ranking: Hardest Sports to Compete In39:08 – Blind Ranking: Overhyped Athletes45:10 – Guess the Athlete (Charles vs Roscoe)52:44 – Inspirational Quote (?)📈 Tags / Keywords sports podcast blind ranking sports hardest sports debate overhyped athletes mma podcast football podcast formula 1 podcast tennis podcast sports debate podcast mindsets podcast diet starts monday podcast guess the athlete games sports games podcast athlete debate
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Volume vs Intensity: Which Is Better for Your Training? | MindSets Podcast | Episode 75
🎙️ Episode 75 | Volume vs Intensity – Which Is Better For Your Training?In this episode of The MindSets Podcast the boys cover the latest stories from the world of sport, a few everyday frustrations, and a deep dive into one of the biggest questions in training: volume vs intensity.We run through our usual segments in order, keeping it fast, practical, and relevant for anyone interested in training, fitness, and general sport.📰 2 Minute NewsWe cover the key stories and talking points from across sport over the past week, breaking down what actually matters.😤 Grind My GearsEveryday annoyances with a fitness twist: Charles gets stuck into swimming pool etiquetteAngus dives into a few niche frustrations around the homeOther relatable problems? Probably🧠 Main Topic: Volume vs Intensity in TrainingWe break down one of the most common debates in fitness and training.We discuss:What volume and intensity actually meanHow to prioritise them based on your goalsWhy your current fitness level mattersHow training availability and recovery should influence your approachRather than asking which is “better”, we explain how to use both intelligently, depending on context.🎮 Game: Guess the AthleteWe finish the episode with a game - Guess the Athlete. Clues are revealed one by one… but can you beat Charles to the answer?🎧 Listen to the full episode elsewhere:Spotify & Apple Podcasts🔗 All links:👉 https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast:Instagram | TikTok | YouTube: @mindsets_podcast👇 Let us know in the comments:Are you more volume or intensity focused?How quickly did you guess the athlete?Chapters:00:00 - Intro01:29 - 2 Min News03:45 - Grinds My Gears15:38 - Volume vs. Intensity49:48 - Guess The Athlete01:00:45 - Outro
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How to Train the Smart Way | MindSets Podcast | Episode 74
Episode 74 of The MindSets Podcast is packed with sporting news, gym frustrations, practical fitness advice, and a brand-new game to finish things off.We run through our usual segments in order — keeping it fast, useful, and fun for anyone interested in training, fitness, and sport culture.📰 2 Minute NewsWe cover the biggest talking points from across sport and endurance:John Harbaugh out at the Ravens after 18 yearsCollege Football National Championship: Indiana vs MiamiEl Clásico thriller ends 3–2Crystal Palace FA Cup draw vs MacclesfieldWSL dominance: Man City flying, Liverpool still winlessChloe Kim dislocates shoulder ahead of Olympic cycleOlympic hockey rink construction delaysTabitha Stoecker wins Silver at European Skeleton ChampsJake Dearden runs 2:22 at Houston MarathonTruett Hanes announces Olympic Marathon qualification plans😤 Grind My GearsFitness-adjacent annoyances and everyday chaos:Charlie’s Tesco pretzel sagaRed Bull can locks in Sainsbury’sOranges that refuse to peel properlyGym “working-in” etiquetteSalt & pepper grinder coversWhy ovens are always wrong at 180°CPosting golf rounds on Strava🧠 Main Topic: Advice for Fitness Newbies & Smart InvestmentsWe break down what beginners actually need to focus on — without the noise.Advice highlights:Why context matters when starting fitnessSetting SMART / SMART-ER goalsThe importance of consistency over intensityAvoiding burnout through sensible training volumeWhy a programme or coach can be a smart moveInvestment priorities:Gym membershipsProper shoes/trainersCoaching vs generic programmesWhy new gym clothes sometimes actually help motivationSorting sleep & nutrition first before supplements or bio-hacking🔥 Game: Hot Take RouletteCharles brings the heat with Hot Take Roulette — firing questionable fitness advice and products at Angus, who has 30 seconds to defend and sell them.Surprisingly… he’s annoyingly good at it.👇 Let us know in the comments:What would your hot take be?What advice you’d give to someone new to the gym?Which Grind My Gears annoyed you the most?🎧 Listen to the full episode elsewhere:Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast:Instagram | TikTok | YouTube: @mindsets_podcast
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We’re Changing Everything in 2026 | MindSets Podcast | Episode 73
Episode 73 officially kicks off 2026…and yes, we’ve got plans.This is the first episode of the year for the MindSets Podcast, and we’re coming in hot with announcements, ambition, and a completely reasonable goal of getting ourselves onto the podcast Mount Rushmore. We open with a brand-new segment, 2 Minute News - a tighter, sharper, no-nonsense way of doing updates that (miraculously) lasts exactly two minutes. No waffle. No rabbit holes. No guarantees it stays this efficient forever. From there, we roll into the new episode structure and Grind My Gears, unpacking festive-period frustrations, post-Christmas reality checks, and influencers pushing wildly unrealistic New Year goals purely for likes, validation, and vibes (rather than anything remotely useful). The main chunk of the episode is all about what’s changing at MindSets in 2026, including:- Our goals and standards for the year- Moving to weekly episodes instead of bi-weekly- Posting far more consistently across social platforms- Reintroducing guest episodes with old favourites and new athletes-We wrap things up with the Big Fat Quit of 2026 - a quiz covering the major events coming up this year. The real question: can Charles finally turn over a new leaf and score a point or two in 2026… or will tradition prevail?Higher standards, better structure, bigger ambition, same chaos.#MindSetsPodcast #Podcast2026 #NewPodcastEpisode #MindsetPodcast #FitnessPodcast #PerformancePodcast #UKPodcast #WeeklyPodcast #GoalSetting #ContentCreators #athletemindset ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 - Welcome to 202600:53 - 2 Minute News (no waffle, we promise)02:50 - Grinds My Gears15:33 - Main Topic: Podcast Changes32:25 - Big Fat Quiz of 202651:52 - Episode Wrap Up
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Christmas Special | MindSets Podcast | Episode 72
In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles get into the festive spirit with a Christmas & New Year Special, packed with games, food debates and listener-led chaos.We kick things off with a catch-up on the Elite 15 HYROX Major in Melbourne, covering standout performances across the weekend. We break down Charlie Botterill’s success in both solo and doubles racing, as well as the huge impact made by the British women, with Lucy Proctor and Sinead Bent delivering strong results across solo and doubles events - highlighting just how competitive the women’s field has become on the global stage.From there, we shift gears into a 2025 Sports Quiz, heavily focused on football knowledge with a touch of NBA. It proved tougher than expected… and it’s fair to say Charles struggled.This week, we talk about:🏟️ Elite 15 HYROX Major – Melbourne A breakdown of the key races and performances, including Charlie Botterill’s solo and doubles results, the dominance of the British women, and what these outcomes mean for the wider Hyrox season.🧠 2025 Sports Quiz A brutal test of football knowledge (plus some NBA) that exposed a few weaknesses and sparked plenty of debate.⚙️ Grinds My Gears – Christmas Edition A festive special filled with listener-submitted frustrations, including Christmas cards, wrapping paper, Christmas dinners and all the little things that make December far more stressful than it should be.🥪 Festive Food Tests & Tesco’s Christmas Meal Deal We try Tesco’s Christmas meal deal before sampling each other’s festive food submissions: • Gingerbread Kit Kat (Charles’ choice and not Angus’ favourite) • Cheese & bacon sandwich with Christmas pudding (Angus’ choice and very much not Charles’ favourite)🎲 Game Time: Drafting Three categories, one winner: • Celebrations chocolates • Christmas dinner items • Things to buy a Hybrid RockstarWe take turns drafting what we think are the strongest picks before reviewing who built the best lineup. You guys will probably hate our choices, but it was OUR draft 😂🎁 Christmas Gift Exchange & 2025 Outlook We exchange gifts, confirm that we don’t actually hate each other, and wrap up the episode by thanking listeners for their support while setting our sights on pushing The MindSets Podcast to the next level in 2025.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube 📲 Drop your thoughts below and let us know which draft picks, food choices, or grinds annoyed you the most 👇🎵 Intro and Outro Music TULE – Fearless [NCS Release] 🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless 🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 YouTube Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:20 Elite 15 Hyrox Major – Melbourne Breakdown 16:04 2025 Sports Quiz 12:15 Grinds My Gears – Christmas Edition 35:06 Tesco Christmas Meal Deal & Festive Food Tests 45:03 Game Time: Drafting 1:02:31 Christmas Gift Exchange 1:08:08 Wrap-Up & 2025 OutlookSupport this podcast at —
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The BIGGEST hyrox ever?? | MindSets Podcast | Episode 71
In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles break down the biggest HYROX race in history as HYROX London 2025 at Excel sets a new standard for the sport. From the course layout and race flow to the atmosphere and organisation, we go deep into what made this event so massive.We also unpack Angus’ return to racing and the rise of the Sub 60 gang, before shifting gears into the absurd world of elite endurance as Alex Yee casually runs a 2:06 marathon in Valencia. Then it is onto the dramatic Formula 1 season finale, where Lando Norris takes the title over Verstappen and Piastri in a wild ending to the championship.This week, we talk about:🏟️ Hyrox London 2025 at ExcelThe biggest HYROX event ever. Course design, race flow, athlete experience, and how the sport continues to explode globally.🔥 Angus’ Return to Racing & The Sub 60 GangBreaking down the race, the standards rising in HYROX, and what it now means to be truly competitive in the sport.🏃 Alex Yee’s 2:06 Marathon in ValenciaWhy this performance is completely ridiculous and what it says about elite endurance athletes across disciplines.🏁 Formula 1 Championship FinaleThe dramatic conclusion to the F1 season as Norris takes the title ahead of Verstappen and Piastri.💢 Grinds My GearsHeavy HYROX energy this week plus a deep dive into the madness of restaurant menus and made up calories, especially as Christmas approaches 😤🎲 Game Time: Hybrids and RockstarsAngus unveils what might be the next biggest board game in the world. Dungeons and Dragons meets HYROX as Charles and Angus go head to head in a race where destiny is decided by the roll of the dice.🎄 Christmas Special Call OutNext episode is our big Christmas special, and we want YOU involved. Send us your:• Christmas Grinds My Gears• Game suggestions• Favourite festive snacks• Weird Christmas fitness gimmicks🏃 NEXT ROXD SIM ------ 4th of January 2025🤘🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube📲 Drop your thoughts below and let us know what YOU want featured in the Christmas special 👇🎵 Intro and Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 YouTube Chapters (SEO Optimised)00:00 Intro01:21Alex Yee 2:06 Marathon in Valencia08:18 F1 Championship Finale Review16:40 Hyrox London 2025 Breakdown41:50 Next ROXD Sim44:00 Grinds My Gears 58:55 Game Time: "Hybrids and Rockstars"1:16:45 Wrap-UpSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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We just became Rhabdo-Bros! | MindSets Podcast | Episode 70
In this episode, Angus and Charles are reunited on the mic as they dive into a packed show covering elite sport, race aftermaths, cold weather training, and a very serious case of post Hyrox rhabdomyolysis.From Formula 1 controversy to international rugby headlines, before unpacking how Charles ended up with Rhabdo after HYROX Birmingham, this episode blends elite sport insight with real-world training lessons and plenty of laughs from the newly formed Rhabdo Bros.This week, we talk about:🏎️ Sports News Catch-UpThe controversial McLaren disqualification in the Las Vegas F1 GP, plus rugby internationals and Player of the Year announcements across the sport.💥 Hyrox Rhabdo & RecoveryCharles breaks down what happened after HYROX Birmingham, what rhabdomyolysis actually is, why more athletes are getting it, and the key warning signs every hybrid athlete needs to know.❄️ Cold Weather Warm-Ups & Cool DownsWith winter hitting fast, we discuss how to properly prepare your body for training in the cold and how recovery needs to adapt with the seasons.⚙️ Grinds My GearsA heavy-hitting week of rants including being ill, plus those family members who say “you don’t need to train today” after you upstairs twice 😤🍫 Creatine Bars Taste TestNot protein bars… creatine bars. We put them to the test so you don’t have to.🎯 Game Time: Name The Shoe BrandCharles brings the heat with a game of identifying shoe brands worn by elite athletes at different points in their careers. Can the listeners beat Angus?🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!📲 Let us know your thoughts below and drop your score for the shoe game 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 Intro00:30 Sports News Catch-Up10:55 Rhabdo Bros27:24 Cold Weather Warm-Ups & Recovery39:20 Grinds My Gears53:36 Creatine Bars?!1:04:20 Game - Name The Shoe Brand1:17:55 Subscribe!📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_📧 [email protected]🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #HYROX #Rhabdo #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #F1LasVegas #McLaren #RugbyInternationals #ColdWeatherTraining #WarmUpRoutine #RecoveryMatters #GrindMyGears #Creatine #GymCulture #AthleteRecovery #EnduranceAthlete #RunningCommunity #TrainingMindset #FitnessPodcast🎯 YouTube Tags / Keywords for SEOrhabdomyolysis in athletes, rhabdo after hyrox, hyrox birmingham podcast, hybrid athlete recovery, cold weather warm up routine, f1 las vegas mclaren disqualified, rugby player of the year discussion, creatine bars review, gym culture podcast, grinds my gears fitness, running shoe brands athletes wear, fitness game podcast, hybrid training podcast, MindSets PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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PCOS and Performance | MindSets Podcast | Episode 69
🎙️ Episode 69 - PCOS and Performance ft. @trainwith.millieIn this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus sits down with Millie Newey (@trainwith.millie), a female lifestyle and lifting coach living with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), to dive deep into how hormones, training, and performance truly connect.From insulin resistance to energy regulation, recovery, and strength, we break down what it means to train and perform at a high level while managing PCOS, with Millie sharing her personal experience, coaching insights, and practical advice for female athletes and lifters.This week, we talk about:💪 PCOS & PerformanceWhat PCOS actually is, how it impacts training, recovery, and body composition, and the best ways to adapt your training for strength, endurance, and hormonal health.💢 Grinds My GearsWe’re back with some classic rants about AI usage on social media and fake gym scenes that are taking over your feed 😤🥪 Tesco vs Waitrose: The Christmas Meal Deal ShowdownYes, it’s that time of year, and we’re putting the festive sandwiches to the test.🎯 Game TimeA multiple-choice fitness quiz followed by a blind ranking of gym equipment. Expect drama, confusion, and plenty of laughs.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!📲 Drop your thoughts below, especially if you’ve trained with PCOS or have your own “Grinds My Gears” moment 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Guest: @trainwith.millie📧 [email protected]🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🕒 Chapters00:00 Intro01:30 PCOS & Performance 31:28 Grinds My Gears44:15 Christmas Meal Deals51:57 Quiz & Blind Gym Equipment Ranking59:48 Wrap-up🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #PCOSAndPerformance #TrainWithMillie #PCOSAwareness #FemaleAthlete #WomenWhoLift #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #PerformanceTraining #StrengthTraining #FitnessPodcast #GrindMyGears #AIInFitness #GymCulture #ChristmasMealDeals #MindsetMatters #AthleteMindset #EnduranceAthlete #HormonalHealth #PCOSFitness🎯 YouTube Tags / Keywords for SEOpcos and performance podcast, pcos fitness podcast, training with pcos, how to train with pcos, female athlete hormones, women’s strength training podcast, female performance podcast, MindSets Podcast, trainwithmillie podcast, hybrid athlete training, functional fitness podcast, grinds my gears podcast, ai in fitness, fake gym scenes, christmas meal deal review, tesco vs waitrose meal deal, gym equipment ranking gameSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Hyrox Birmingham Debrief | MindSets Podcast | Episode 68
ROXD SIM TICKETS 👉 (LIVE TIL 8PM 05/11/25) ⏰https://training.roxdsport.com/roxd-simulationsIn this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus & Charles sit down for a full race debrief after Charles’ two recent performances - and he’s been on fire 🔥From pacing strategy to recovery takeaways, we dive into what went right, what can still improve, and what’s next.This week, we talk about:🏁 Race Debrief & Performance BreakdownCharles opens up about his last two races, sharing the mindset, prep, and pacing insights that led to some seriously strong results.💢 Grinds My Gears – Classic EditionThe rants are flying. From gym behaviour to race-day chaos, nothing (and no one) is safe 😤🎯 Higher or Lower – Play Along at Home!We bring a new game to the pod — numbers, randomness, and a whole lot of competitiveness. Can you beat Angus and Charles?🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!📲 Comment your favourite moment or your “Grinds My Gears” below 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intro09:05 - Race Debrief & Performance Breakdown20:50 - Grinds My Gears29:02 - Higher or Lower40:20 - Wrap-up📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_🏋️ Powered by: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com📧 [email protected]🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #Hyrox #RaceDebrief #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #RaceRecap #HyroxTraining #RaceMindset #EnduranceAthlete #CompetitionMindset #GrindMyGears #HigherOrLower #MindsetMatters #TrainingBreakdown #HyroxPerformance #FitnessPodcast #RunningCommunity🎯 YouTube Tags/Keywords for SEOhyrox race debrief, hyrox performance breakdown, race recap podcast, hyrox training analysis, hybrid athlete podcast, hyrox strategy, endurance training podcast, hyrox race results, how to improve hyrox time, fitness games podcast, higher or lower fitness game, grinds my gears podcast, training mindset, functional fitness podcast, MindSets PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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The Perfect Race Preparation | MindSets Podcast | Episode 67
ROXD SIM TICKETS -> (LIVE TIL 8PM 08/10/25) ⏰https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/full-hyrox-simulation-roxd-x-un1t-nine-elms-tickets-1728467806739?aff=oddtdtcreatorIn this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus & Charles break down how to prepare for your next race the right way — from fuelling and training volume adjustments to warm-up strategies backed by science.This week, we talk about:🥩 Race Week Fuelling & TaperingHow to adjust your nutrition, training intensity, and volume so you arrive on the start line ready to perform — not overcooked.🔥 Warming Up Like a ProThe science behind the perfect race-day warm-up for HYROX or a running race, and how to structure it step by step to hit your top gear from the first rep.💢 Grinds My Gears – Listener EditionOur inbox was full this week… and so were the rants 😡 From gym pet peeves to competition-day chaos, our listeners did not hold back.🧠 When Quitting Is the Right MoveWe unpack the tricky subject of when it’s smart to pull the plug on a session or race, and when your brain is just trying to take the easy way out.🎲 ROXD Game – Guess the Price 💸Charles brings in a selection of gym products and kit. Angus has to guess how much they cost… easier said than done.🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!📲 Comment your biggest race week tips below 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intro05:05 - Race Week Fuelling & Tapering31:55- Warming Up Like a Pro47:44 - Grinds My Gears01:00:05 - When Quitting Is the Right Move01:11:06 - ROXD Game – Guess the Price01:31:35 - Wrap-up📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_🏋️ Powered by: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com📧 [email protected]🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #Hyrox #RacePrep #RunningTips #WarmUp #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #RaceWeek #TrainingTaper #RaceDay #EnduranceTraining #GrindMyGears #MindsetMatters #GuessThePrice #ROXDGame #RunningCommunity #HyroxTraining🎯 YouTube Tags/Keywords for SEOrace week fuelling, hyrox race tips, running warm up routine, hyrox warm up, how to taper for a race, race week nutrition, race prep podcast, how to prepare for hyrox, hyrox race strategy, marathon taper tips, endurance race preparation, how to warm up for a race, running taper guide, functional fitness podcast, training mindset, endurance tapering tips, race day prep, hyrox game, guess the price fitness game, MindSets PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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FITNESS BENCHMARK TESTING - WHY IT MATTERS | MindSets Podcast | Episode 66
In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus & Charles break down the world of fitness benchmark testing — why it’s important, how to use it to track your progress, and how to structure a training block to crush your next retest.This week, we talk about:📊 Benchmark Testing in FitnessFrom the brutal 2km row/ski and 5km run to the 1 mile time trial and the dreaded 20-minute FTP bike test, we cover the toughest benchmark tests and explain how to improve your numbers step by step.💢 Grinds My Gears – Gym Equipment & TikTok Trends 😡📱This week’s rants include everything from poor storage of gym equipment to influencer TikTok trends that are so annoying our listeners wrote in to complain about them!🎮 ROXD Game – Categories EditionA twist on the usual quiz: we each have 3 items in a category, and take turns asking yes/no questions to figure out the other person’s list. Can you guess them quicker than we can? (Example category: something you find in a public gym).🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!📲 Subscribe + comment your benchmark test PBs or worst TikTok trend below 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intro00:52 - Fitness Benchmark TestingXX:XX - Grinds My Gears (Gym Storage & TikTok Trends)XX:XX - ROXD Categories GameXX:XX - Wrap-up📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_🏋️ Powered by: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com📧 [email protected]🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #FitnessBenchmark #BenchmarkTesting #Rowing #Running #SkiErg #FTPTest #GymLife #TrainingProgress #GrindMyGears🎯 YouTube Tags/Keywords for SEO (add to your upload):fitness benchmark tests, 2k row test, 2k ski erg test, 5k run test, 1 mile run time trial, FTP cycling test, 20 min FTP test, fitness testing explained, how to improve benchmark test, endurance fitness tests, gym benchmarks, rowing 2k strategy, how to improve 5k run time, ski erg 2k pacing, cycling FTP training, functional fitness tests, crossfit benchmark workouts, performance testing fitness, training progress podcast, MindSets PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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The Best Sports Documentary is... | The MindSets Podcast | Episode 65
📺 THE GREATEST SPORTS DOCUMENTARIES OF ALL TIME 🎥⚡In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus & Charles debate the best sports documentaries ever made — from Netflix hits like The Last Dance, Drive to Survive and Full Swing, to hidden gems that changed how the world sees sport. We break down what makes these documentaries truly great, how media has boosted the popularity of certain sports, and which ones deserve the title of GOAT.This week, we talk about:🏃♂️ The New 100km World Record! (Sub 6 hours)📺 Sports Documentaries DebateWhat makes a great sports documentary? Which ones changed the game? We break down our favourites and argue over which stand as the greatest of all time.💢 Grinds My Gears – Decaf Coffee Rage ☕😡Angus takes centre stage this week with a serious rant about the pointlessness of decaf coffee. Do you agree or disagree?🥪 Protein Meal Deal ChallengeWe hit up Sainsbury’s and try to max out their Protein Punch meal deal. Did we find the ultimate high-protein combo, and can you beat our total? Let us know 👀💪📚 ROXD QuizCharles takes charge with this week’s quiz — but does he manage to finally catch Angus out? You’ll have to listen to find out.🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!Subscribe + drop your protein-packed meal deal combos in the comments 👇📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_🏋️ Powered by: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com📧 [email protected]🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intro00:45 - Charles' 10KM Race05:50 - Records Broken in Sport This Week13:55 - Sports Documentaries Debate49:20 - Grind My Gears (Decaf Coffee Edition)1:02:03 - Protein Punch Meal Deal Challenge1:11:15 - ROXD Quiz (Charles vs Angus)1:23:35 - Wrap-up🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #SportsDocumentaries #BestSportsDocs #NetflixSports #TheLastDance #DriveToSurvive #Beckham #DecafCoffee #ProteinChallenge #MealDeal #GrindMyGears #FullSwing #allornothing #Hardknocks #100km #sub6hours #worldrecord #adidas Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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BECOMING AN IRONMAN w/ Roscoe Carter | The MindSets Podcast | Episode 64
🇿🇦 DSM X MINDSETS CROSSOVER 🇬🇧A very special crossover episode this week as Angus and Charles are joined by Roscoe Carter from the Diet Starts Monday (DSM) Podcast!This week, we dive into:🏊♂️ Roscoe’s Triathlon & Ironman JourneyWe learn about Roscoe’s athletic background, how he got into triathlons, and how he and his friends started the DSM Podcast. Plus, we quiz him on how he’s training for his upcoming full Ironman next month and break down his training methods, mindset and life lessons along the way.💢 Grind My Gears – Birthday Cake Returns 🎂😡You know the long-running hatred of birthday cake flavoured items… well, Roscoe joins us for Grinds My Gears before we put the viral Tesco Birthday Cake Sandwich to the test!📚 ROXD Quiz – South Africa SpecialThis week’s quiz is all about South Africa 🇿🇦 and for the first time ever Charles and Roscoe go head-to-head. Who comes out on top? You’ll have to listen to find out.📲 Reach Out To Us:🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @anguscook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_👤 Roscoe: @roscoe_carter | @dietstartsmondaypodcast📧 [email protected]✉️ @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!📲 Subscribe + comment your thoughts on birthday cake flavoured food below 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intros and Sports World Catch Up04:25 - Show and Tell07:00 - Learning About Roscoe & DSM Podcast13:25 - Ironman Training Chat37:40 - Grind My Gears (Birthday Cake Special)56:38 - Tesco Birthday Cake Sandwich Taste Test1:01:02 - ROXD South Africa Quiz1:12:30 - Wrap-up#MindSetsPodcast #DSMPodcast #IronmanTraining #Triathlon #BirthdayCakeSandwich #Tesco #FitnessPodcast #PodcastCrossover #GrindMyGears #Ironman #hyrox Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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WE HOSTED A FITNESS RACE | The MindSets Podcast | Episode 63
A CATCH UP OF THE SPORTING WORLD 💪🌍We took the podcast on the road — all the way to Spain — for a special holiday edition of the MindSets Podcast!This week, Angus and Charles talk about:🏋️♂️ Catching Up On SportWe catch up on the IND vs ENG cricket series, Lions Rugby, Angus did an ULTRAMARATHON with no training 🤯, a hyrox simulation we hosted and much much more.💢 Grind My Gears – Sweet Sandwich Rage Bait 😡 🥪Sweet sandwiches are entering stores like M&S with the strawberries and cream sandwich/ cake but Tesco just entered the chat with a birthday cake flavoured sandwich 🫠Assault Bike vs Echo Bike naming and many more niche hatreds to come!🍰 We live try the 'sandwich' for you!Should it stay or should it have never existed?📚 ROXD QuizThis week’s quiz comes from Charles and it's very heavy on naming that athlete but you get 5 clues to work out who's who (something we know Angus struggles with). Can you do better? You’ll have to listen to find out.🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!📲 Subscribe + comment your your thoughts on the dessert sandwich saga!👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intro00:43 - Sports Catch Up29:00 - Spanish Mukbang Taste Test36:20 - Grind My Gears54:12 - Eating Cake/ Sandwiches58:38- ROXD Spain x Sport Quiz1:15:59 - Wrap-up📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_🏋️ Powered by: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com📧 [email protected]🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #FitnessTravel #BirthdayCakeSandwich #Tesco #M&S #MarksAndSpencer #BirthdayCake #Fitness #cricket #rugby #lionsrugby #hyrox #London #Podcast #GrindMyGearsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Spanish Mukbangs and Holiday Horrors | MindSets Podcast | Episode 62
SUN, SWEAT & SPANISH SNACKS ☀️💪🇪🇸We took the podcast on the road — all the way to Spain — for a special holiday edition of the MindSets Podcast!This week, Angus and Charles talk about:🏋️♂️ Training and Diet on HolidayHow do you stay active without ruining your holiday? We break down the realistic ways to keep your training ticking over, avoid falling off the rails with nutrition, and still enjoy yourself.💢 Grind My Gears – Holiday EditionFrom towel hoggers to airport chaos, we rant about the little things that ruin the holiday vibe. Listener submissions included!🍤 Spanish Mukbang Taste TestWe try some classic local Spanish cuisine in our first ever mukbang-style segment. Patatas bravas, jamón ibérico, questionable fish — you name it.📚 ROXD Quiz: Spain x Sport EditionThis week’s game blends trivia, travel and training. Can Charles name a single Spanish athlete? Does Angus butcher every fact? You’ll have to listen to find out.🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!📲 Subscribe + comment your worst holiday gym fail or fitness travel tip👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intro from Spain 🇪🇸03:27 - Should you train on holiday?19:00 - Nutrition while travelling30:00 - Grind My Gears (Holiday Edition)29:56 - Spanish Mukbang Taste Test43:30- ROXD Spain x Sport Quiz57:00 - Wrap-up📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_🏋️ Powered by: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com📧 [email protected]🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #FitnessTravel #TrainingOnHoliday #HolidayFitness #SpainPodcast #SpanishMukbang #TravelFitness #GrindMyGears #FitnessLifestyle #FitnessPodcast #UKPodcast #GymHumour #TravelTips #HolidayVlog #HyroxPodcast #ROXDSport #FitnessFood #TravelPodcast #ViralPodcast #Mukbang #SportTrivia #MensFitness #SpotifyPodcasts #MindsetMatters #SpanishFoodTrySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Can Pro Athletes REALLY Switch Sports? | The MindSets Podcast | Episode 61
🎙️ Can Pro Athletes Really Switch Sports? | The MindSets Podcast | Episode 61This week on The MindSets Podcast, we dive into a big question in modern sport: Can pro athletes switch sports and actually succeed? 🏃♂️⚽🏉From Michael Jordan’s baseball days to speed skaters with olympic cycling medals, we break down why it’s so hard to switch sports at the elite level, whether contracts and crazy competition levels make it impossible today, and the rare athletes who actually pulled it off. We also discuss Luis Rees-Zammit, a highly successful and talented young rugby player, attempting to make the move to the NFL - will he make it or ⚙️ Grind My Gears returns with your listener-submitted annoyances, from gym icks to everyday frustrations we all secretly share.💪 Next, we unpack offseason training for athletes: how to take a break without losing your fitness, managing athlete burnout, and why your mind needs an offseason as much as your body does.🧠 Whether you’re an elite athlete or weekend warrior, we break down practical steps to rest while maintaining progress.🎉 Finally, we wrap up with a quiz that was supposed to be easy… but it definitely wasn’t for Angus 😂.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on fitness, mindset, and modern sport to level up your training and thinking.MindSets: @mindsets_podcastAngus: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com🎥 Watch clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📧 Contact: [email protected]🎵 Intro/Outro Music: TULE – Fearless [NCS Release]Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless | Watch: Lost Sky - Fearless | NCS⏱️ Chapters:00:00 - Intro01:22 - Reappearance of R.A.D in gift form02:15 - Why Pro Athletes Fail When Switching Sports33:47 - Grind My Gears42:51 - Offseason Training1:01:25 - ROXD Sport Quiz🔍 Keywords for SEO:can pro athletes switch sportswhy athletes fail switching sportsMichael Jordan baseballCrossFit to Hyroxathlete offseason trainingathlete burnout recoveryhow to maintain fitness offseasonsport psychology podcastfitness mindset podcastMindSets PodcastLuis Rees-Zammit🎯 Hashtags:#MindSetsPodcast #AthleteMindset #SportsPodcast #AthleteLife #OffseasonTraining #BurnoutRecovery #MichaelJordan #CrossFit #Hyrox #FitnessPodcast #SportPsychology #AthleteBurnout #MindsetMatters #SpotifyPodcasts #UKPodcasts #RunningPodcast #LuisReesZammit #NFL Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Fitness Fashion Crimes, 4 Minute Miles, Wimbledon Predictions and the New Hyrox Rules - Episode 60
🎙️ Fitness Fashion Crimes, 4 Minute Miles, Wimbledon Predictions and the New Hyrox Rules | The MindSets Podcast | Episode 60This week on the MindSets Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest unspoken parts of fitness culture: FASHION 👕 😎From questionable Gymshark fits to near-illegal CrossFit Reebok gear, we break down the do’s, don’ts, and outright crimes of fitness fashion—alongside your listener submissions from Instagram.🏃 We also chat briefly about whether the sub-4-minute women’s mile will ever happen, and what Faith Kipyegon’s chase means for the future of elite running.🎾 Who do we think's going to win Wimbledon and why!?⚙️ "Grinds My Gears" returns with your “gym icks” on what gives you the ick in gyms and why!💪 Next up, we unpack the NEW HYROX 2025/26 rule changes:• Are they moving the sport forward?• What do we still think needs to change?🎮 ROXD Sport Game of the Week:Angus brings a brand-new game to the pod this week… let’s see if Charles approves.🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes covering fitness, mindset, and modern sport.MindSets: @mindsets_podcast Angus: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com🎥 Watch clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📧 Contact: [email protected]🎵 Intro/Outro Music:TULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless | 🎥 Watch: Lost Sky - Fearless | NCS⏱️ Chapters:00:00 - Intro00:50 - Will we ever see the sub-4 min mile?06:20 - Fitness Fashion Crimes (listener confessions)26:03 - Wimbledon Predictions31:15 - Grind My Gears: Gym Icks39:20 - New HYROX Rule Changes48:12 - ROXD Sport Game of the Week#MindSetsPodcast #FitnessFashion #GymIcks #HYROX #HYROXTraining #HYROXRacing #FitnessPodcast #MindsetMatters #SportPodcast #RunningPodcast #Sub4Mile #FaithKipyegon #ModernSport #ROXDSport #GrindMyGears #SpotifyPodcasts #UKPodcasts #FitnessTrends #wimbledon2025 #wimbledon #wimbledontennis #tennis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Are Drugs REALLY That Bad? | MindSets Podcast | Episode 59
💉 The Enhanced Games Debate, Amateur Sport Delusions & 21 QuestionsAfter watching the jaw-dropping Enhanced Games documentary, we couldn’t resist diving into one of the biggest debates in modern sport:➡️ Should performance-enhancing drugs have a place in elite competition?We react to two Olympic-level swimmers openly taking PEDs to break a world record, and unpack what this means for fairness, progress, and the future of sport as we know it.💢 Grind My Gears returns with a new round of rants that are all too relatable.🫧 Next, we shift the lens to the other end of the spectrum - amateur sport. From viral clips of outrageous refereeing to grassroots athletes taking things way too seriously, we ask:• Where should the line be drawn on competitive drive vs actual ability?• Is amateur sport losing the plot?🎮 ROXD Sport Games:This week’s game is classic 21 Questions—but with a fitness and sport twist. Spoiler: Angus may or may not completely butcher a very easy round.🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes covering all things fitness, mindset, and modern sport.Angus: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com🎥 Watch clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📧 Contact: [email protected]🎵 Intro/Outro Music:TULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless | 🎥 Watch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQcChapters:00:00 - Intro00:48 - Enhanced Games Chat35:49 - Grinds My Gears 49:20 - Amateur Sport Standards 01:08:00 - ROXD Sport Game of The Week🔥 Hashtags for Discoverability#MindSetsPodcast #EnhancedGames #PEDDebate #SportsEthics #FitnessPodcast #AmateurSport #SundayLeagueMadness #GrindMyGears #ROXDSport #PodcastClips #MindsetMatters #PerformanceMindset #21Questions #FitnessGames #ModernSport #SpotifyPodcasts #UKPodcasts #SportTalk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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What Grinds YOUR Gears? - Episode 58
🎙️ What Grinds YOUR gears? | MindSets Podcast | Episode 58It’s been a BIG couple of weeks. In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles regroup post-race to reflect, recover, and rant.🏃 Race Recaps:We break down Charles’ performance at the Hackney Half Marathon and both of our experiences at HYROX Cardiff - two very different outcomes but one shared lesson: REST IS ESSENTIAL. Whether it’s physical overload or mental fatigue, we talk about what happens after the finish line and how to recover properly.💢 Grind Your Gears:This time, we handed the mic to you. Our listeners sent in what’s been annoying them lately - fitness edition - and it does not disappoint.🎮 ROXD Sport Game - “Call Bullsh*t” Edition:A brand-new format where we battle it out in a fast-paced naming game. Think you know your Premier League winners, protein bar brands, or Olympic sports? So do we... until someone calls BS. Loser has to prove it in 60 seconds.🔔 Subscribe & Follow for More!🎧 Listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeAngus: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.com💌 Enquiries: [email protected]📲 All links: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🎧 The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, shares real, unfiltered conversations around athletic performance, mindset, recovery, and the realities behind the reps - whether you’re on the start line or stuck in traffic.🎵 Podcast Intro/Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Listen: http://ncs.io/Fearless | Watch🔥 Hashtags for Discoverability:#MindSetsPodcast #HYROXCardiff #HackneyHalf #RaceRecap #CallBullshit #GrindMyGears #FitnessPodcast #MentalRecovery #RunningPodcast #ROXDSport #PerformanceMindset #PostRaceBlues #PodcastClips #CardioKings #MindsetMatters #SpotifyPodcasts #UKPodcast #PodcastRecommendations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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How Athletes Deliver Under Pressure - Episode 57
🎙️ How Athletes Deliver Under Pressure — MindSets Podcast Ep. 57This week on The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles dive deep into how elite performers step up when the stakes are highest. From Augusta greens to East African valleys, this episode explores what it takes to deliver when it matters most.🧠 Mental Topic:Rory McIlroy finally wins The Masters. But it wasn’t easy—almost blowing it before pulling off one of the strongest performances of his career. We break down what it takes to mentally hold your nerve under pressure and turn past pain into power.💢 Grind My Gears:Angus is back with multiple mini-rants, and Charles reveals his biggest personality ick that most people never notice - but once you do, you can’t unsee it.🏃♂️ Physical Topic:We discuss the secret training methods of elite marathon runners training in the hills and valleys of East Africa. Is there more to their dominance than altitude and mileage? What else could they be doing?📉 Bonus Segment:Angus shares a full Hyrox Barcelona Race Debrief - from pacing and sleds to the lessons learned. Charles challenges him with tough questions and takeaways for any athlete trying to level up in any competition.🎲 ROXD Game Time:No quiz this week, we’re flipping the format. A brand-new game you can play along with, wherever you're listening. (Let us know how many points you get!)🔔 Subscribe & Follow for More!🎧 Listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeAngus: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.com💌 Enquiries: [email protected]📲 All links: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🎧 The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, brings together real conversations on athletic performance, psychology, and the fitness world—with unfiltered opinions and practical takeaways every week.🎵 Podcast Intro/Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Listen: http://ncs.io/Fearless | Watch🔥 Hashtags for Discoverability:#MindSetsPodcast #HyroxRecap #RoryMcIlroy #EliteAthletes #MentalToughness #GrindMyGears #MarathonTraining #EastAfricanRunners #PerformanceMindset #UnderPressure #SportsPsychology #ROXDSport #FitnessPodcast #AthleteDebrief #MindsetMatters #PodcastClips #GymTalk #FitnessMindset #BarcelonaHyrox Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Is Comparison Really The Thief of Joy? - Episode 56
Is Comparison Really The Thief of Joy?In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles return with a double-barrel discussion—one for the mind, one for the body.🧠 Mental Topic: "Comparison is the thief of joy"—but is it always? We dig into whether comparing yourself to others actually robs you of happiness or can fuel growth and self-awareness when framed right.🏋️ Physical Topic: Should you rebuild technique from the ground up or play to your strengths and refine your natural style? We dive into the debate athletes and coaches face when chasing peak performance.⚙️ Grind My Gears:Charles vents about tapering mistakes before competition—what people get wrong and how to taper like a pro.Meanwhile, Angus questions the industry’s priorities: Why are brands dropping serious cash on influencers with minimal impact when elite athletes could be supported to dominate globally—for a fraction of the price?🤓 ROXD Sport Quiz:Charles is back for redemption in the ultimate fitness & sport trivia showdown. Will he finally break his losing streak?🔔 Subscribe & Follow for More!Podcast: @MindSets_PodcastAngus: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.com💌 Enquiries: [email protected]📲 All links: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🎧 The MindSets Podcast is hosted by Angus Cook and explores the mental and physical sides of sport, performance, and personal growth—through raw conversation, expert insights, and a whole lot of banter.🎶 Podcast Intro/Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🔥 Hashtags:#MindSetsPodcast #ComparisonIsTheThiefOfJoy #SportsPsychology #FitnessTechnique #AthleteMindset #SportDebates #PerformanceMindset #GrindMyGears #PodcastClips #GymChat #ROXDSport #FitnessIndustryTalk #FitnessPodcast #FitnessMotivation #TrainSmart #MindsetMatters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Food, Fitness & F*ck the Status Quo w/ Johnny Morillo - Episode 55
This one’s for the rule breakers, food lovers, and anyone who’s ever felt like the odd one out 🤟In this episode, I sit down with Johnny Morillo, aka @JohnnyMeatless—a Filipino kid who grew up obsessed with food, turned vegan while solo-traveling the world, and then became the guy behind those viral plant-based videos you see all over your feed.But Johnny’s story goes way deeper than recipes.We talk about his culture, how food shaped his identity, and what it’s really like being a minority in a wellness space that still feels overwhelmingly white, polished, and exclusive. Through his new platform @whatsjohnnydoing, he’s showing up in places he’s "not supposed to be"—like reformer pilates, yoga, and more - just to show that everyone deserves to take up space.We get into:🍲 Why asian food hits different (and why going vegan wasn’t easy)📱 Building @JohnnyMeatless from scratch and going viral without selling out👟 Why fitness spaces need more culture, colour, and chaos🍳His method of discovering flavours and making new dishes💥 The pressure to represent when no one else looks like youIf you’ve ever felt like the outsider in food, fitness, or even your own community—this one hits home.🎧 Johnny also answers listener questions, cutting through myths around fasted training, muscle gain vs. fat loss, and the biggest mistakes most people make with their workouts.📲 Support the podcast & follow for more:Johnny: @johnnymeatless / @whatsjohnnydoing Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected]🔗 Listen elsewhere now: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastJohnny Morillo, Johnny Meatless, Filipino vegan, plant-based content creator, inclusive fitness, diversity in wellness, representation in fitness, viral vegan food, vegan creators, social fitness clubs, food and identity, culture in fitness, vegan journey, unfiltered podcast, MindSets Podcast#JohnnyMeatless #MindSetsPodcast #FilipinoVegan #FoodAndCulture #FitnessForAll #ViralVeganRecipes #PlantBasedCreator #WhatsJohnnyDoing #BreakingTheMold #UnfilteredConversations #RepresentationMatters🎶 Podcast Intro/Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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The Biggest Gimmicks in Fitness - Episode 54
Is your favourite fitness trend legit or just another gimmick? 🤔In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, we dive deep into the world of fitness gimmicks—from hyped-up training methods to flashy products promising insane results. Are they worth your time, or are they just clever marketing?We then tackle the question: How big should your ego be in sport? Does having a strong ego separate the best from the rest, or is it just arrogance in disguise? We explore how confidence, mindset, and humility play a role in elite performance.⚙️ Grinds Our Gears: This week, it's all about meal deals gone wrong—why do supermarkets make some of the worst food choices so expensive?!🏋️ Roxd Sport Quiz: We wrap up with another round of the ultimate fitness trivia—and finally reveal the answer to last week's cliffhanger question!🔔 Subscribe & Follow for More!🎧 Watch & listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeAngus: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.comEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc🔥 Hashtags for Discoverability:#MindSetsPodcast #FitnessGimmicks #SportsMindset #AthleteMentality #TrainingTips #EgoInSport #FitnessDebate #MealDealFails #SportsPsychology #RoxdSport #GymLife #PodcastClips #MindsetMatters #gym #fitness #sport Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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What Makes a Bad Fitness Coach? - Episode 53
🎙️ Ep. 53 – What makes a bad fitness coach and are run clubs dying??🏃 Are social run clubs & fitness events dying? We break down whether community fitness is still thriving or fading away—and what’s replacing it!🔥 PLUS: What makes a great coach vs. a bad one? Whether you're training for a marathon, Hyrox, or just want to improve, having the right coach can make or break your progress. Learn the key traits to look for in a top coach (and red flags to avoid).📌 Also in this episode:🏆 New Half Marathon World Record – How fast is too fast?😤 What grinds our gears:-Nose tape—gimmick or secret performance booster?-Why does EVERYTHING require a subscription now? (Smartwatches, fitness tech & more)🧠 ROXD Sports Quiz – Test your knowledge on all things fitness & sports!🎧 Watch & listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeAngus: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.comEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc🚀 Main Keywords:Are run clubs dying?Are fitness events still popular?How to find a great coachBest running coach traitsMarathon coaching adviceWhy everything is a subscription nowIs nose tape worth it?New half marathon world recordHyrox training tipsSports quiz 2024Hashtags:#Running #FitnessTrends #RunningClubs #CoachingTips #MarathonTraining #Hyrox #MindsetPodcast #FitnessPodcast #SubscriptionFatigue #NoseTape Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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How to Design the Best Training Program for You - Episode 52
What makes a training program truly effective? In this episode, Angus and Charles break down the key principles behind designing the perfect program for your goals—whether you're an elite athlete or just looking to improve your fitness. We cover:✅ How to structure your training for long-term performance✅ The biggest mistakes people make when programming✅ How different athletes require different approaches✅ Why public budget gyms are undervalued (and why that grinds our gears⚙️!)✅ The role confidence plays in training and competition✅ How to adapt when confidence fluctuates📌 Whether you're a coach, competitor, or just serious about training, this episode will give you actionable strategies to improve your programming and mindset.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!🔗 Follow us for more:📲 Instagram | TikTok | YouTube – @MindSets_PodcastAngus: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.comEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQcHashtags:#Podcast #2025 #fitness #athlete #hybrid #athlete #sport #health #gym #crossfit #hyrox #MentalHealth #confidence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 51 - The Hard Truth About Sleep, Supplements & Performance with Phil Learney
🚀 The Hard Truth About Sleep, Supplements & Performance with Phil Learney | The MindSets Podcast 🎙️In this high-performance episode of The MindSets Podcast, I sit down with Phil Learney, co-founder of HMN24 and one of the most respected minds in strength, conditioning, and human performance. With over 25 years of coaching experience, Phil has worked with elite athletes, major corporations, Hollywood stars, and top-level executives, refining strategies for optimal health, longevity, and peak performance.We dive into game-changing insights on sleep, supplementation, and training methodologies—cutting through the noise and misinformation that flood the fitness industry. Phil shares industry secrets from his work at the highest level, revealing how elite performers recover faster, train smarter, and sustain long-term success.💡 Key Topics Covered:🔥 The truth about sleep & circadian rhythms – Why your training suffers without quality rest💊 Supplements that actually work – Separating science from marketing hype🏋️ The future of training & recovery – What top athletes are doing NOW to stay ahead☕ Caffeine myths DEBUNKED – How to optimize your intake for max performance🥗 Eating for energy & longevity – Why your nutrition strategy is more important than you think🚀 High-performance habits – What separates world-class athletes & business leaders🎧 Phil also answers listener questions, cutting through myths around fasted training, muscle gain vs. fat loss, and the biggest mistakes most people make with their workouts.📲 Support the podcast & follow for more:Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected]🔗 Listen now: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🎶 Podcast Intro/Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🔍 Keywords:Phil Learney, HMN24, sports performance, sleep optimisation, supplements for athletes, high-performance training, elite recovery strategies, strength and conditioning, caffeine myths, fitness industry secrets, coaching elite athletes, circadian rhythm and performance, human performance strategies, longevity and fitness.📌 Hashtags:#PhilLearney #TheMindSetsPodcast #ElitePerformance #HighPerformanceHabits #SleepOptimization #SportsPerformance #CaffeineMyths #StrengthTraining #AthleteRecovery #Longevity #HMN24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 50 - Why new years resolutions don't work...or do they?
In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus is joined by the new expert co-host and former guest, Charles Ingell from ROXD Sport💥We dive into two key topics: common mistakes people make when starting new sports or fitness routines, and the effectiveness of New Year's resolutions. We also introduce a new segment, "Grinds My Gears," where we tackle controversial fitness topics, like elitism in amateur sports and the misconceptions around 'hybrid' fitness. Plus, stay tuned for the ROXD Sport Quiz, a fun fitness challenge for our listeners, brought to you by our sponsors at ROXD Sport!We hope you enjoy the new format of these episodes, let us know your thoughts in the comments below! 💬Support the podcast 🫶Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastAngusl: @angus_cookCharles: @chucks_life_ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.comEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQcFollow for more stories of grit, mental resilience and top tips for your life! 💥Hashtags:#MentalHealth #Podcast #2025 #fitness #athlete #hybrid #athlete #sport #health #newyearsresolution #gym #crossfit #hyrox Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 49 - Is the Podcast Ending?
Spoiler: No, quite the opposite 😎Welcome back to the MindSets Podcast! It's 2025 and in this episode host, Angus takes you (briefly) through what happened in 2024 on the podcast and behind the scenes before turning to this year and what you can expect!Some big changes are coming to the podcast to ensure you are getting ground-breaking episodes with new findings in the health and fitness space to maximise your daily life, training and performance in a new type of episode every other week. I will be joined by previous guest, and new co-host Charles Ingell to bring some incredible insights into the mental and physical phenomenon that athletes tackle on a daily basis as well as having fun with some games/ quizzes and a new personal favourite section "What grinds your gears?".In addition to this, I give details on the new podcast studio and what this will mean for the guest episodes (don't worry, plenty of big name and big story guests this year!).This is an absolutely packed short episode that peels back the showbiz curtain to podcasting, just the way I (and hopefully) you like it, ahead of the biggest year for the MindSets Podcast yet!🔑 Key Topics:-2024 in reflection.-New podcast studio.-New episode format.-Co-host announcement (for some episodes).-Brand partnership announcement.🎧 Listen now for the behind the scenes of your new favourite podcast!Support the podcast 🫶Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQcFollow for more stories of grit, mental resilience and top tips for your life! 💥Hashtags:#MentalHealth #Podcast #2025 #fitness #athlete #hybrid #athlete #sport #health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 48 - Pedalling for Purpose: The 5600km Challenge
In this powerful episode of The MindSets Podcast, I sit down with Katy Roberts, who cycled the entire UK coastline to raise awareness and funds for mental health. Katy opens up about her deeply personal journey, including the unexpected loss of her father to suicide at just 17 years old. This tragedy turned her world upside down and forced her to rebuild her life from scratch.This year, Katy made the life-changing decision to quit her job and take on this epic challenge, driven by a mission to spark conversations about mental health. Along her 5600+ km journey, she encountered incredible people, faced daunting challenges, and experienced both moments of profound connection and overwhelming solitude.We discuss her upbringing in sport, her career that never felt "concrete," and how this challenge became a transformative journey for her mental health and for others. Katy’s story is a testament to resilience, the power of vulnerability, and the impact of community on healing.🔑 Key Topics:-Coping with the loss of a loved one to suicide-The role of sport in mental health recovery-Quitting the corporate world to follow a mission-Highlights and struggles of cycling the UK coastline-Mental health awareness and breaking the stigma🎧 Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation about turning pain into purpose and the importance of sharing stories that matter.Support the podcast 🫶Katy's Instagram: @saddletoseaInstagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQcFollow for more stories of grit and mental resilience! 💥Keywords:Mental health awareness, cycling the UK coastline, suicide prevention, mental health recovery, grief and resilience, overcoming loss, personal transformation, cycling for charity, mental health advocacy, Katy Roberts and her UK coastline cycle.Hashtags:#MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention #CyclingUK #MentalHealthAwareness #Resilience #GriefRecovery #KatyRoberts #TheMindSetsPodcast #TurningPainIntoPurpose #coastaljourney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 47 - Sports Psychology Secrets: Robin Hughes on Mental Resilience
In this episode of the MindSets Podcast, host Angus Cook chats with Robin Hughes, fitness psychology consultant and founder of the Get Ahead Mindset app, about the transformative power of mental coaching for athletes. Robin opens up about his journey from excelling as a teenage swimmer to having his career derailed by an invisible disability. Determined to help others, he went on to study sport and exercise psychology at Loughborough University, where he became fascinated with how athletes think, adapt, and overcome challenges.Together, Angus and Robin discuss the interplay between preparation, resilience, and mindset in both sport and life. Drawing from Angus's personal story—excelling in exams through meticulous preparation but struggling with the unpredictability of sport—the conversation explores how to navigate mental roadblocks and develop the tools to thrive in high-pressure situations.This episode is also interactive! Robin guides listeners through practical mental exercises designed to boost confidence and reframe negative thoughts in real time. These tools will leave you feeling empowered and ready to tackle your next challenge. Plus, Robin answers listener questions, sharing tips for mastering pre-competition nerves, bouncing back from failure, and staying focused when it matters most.Whether you’re an athlete or simply looking to unlock your full potential, this episode will change the way you approach your mindset.Key Topics:Robin Hughes' journey from elite swimmer to fitness psychology consultant.How to strengthen your mind for success in competition and beyond.Interactive mental exercises for building confidence and focus.Reframing failure and thriving under pressure.Expert answers to listener-submitted mindset challenges.Keywords: mental coaching, interactive mindset training, sports psychology, athlete mindset, competition preparation, confidence building, overcoming failure, mental resilience, performance psychology, Get Ahead Mindset, Robin Hughes, Angus Cook, fitness psychology consultant, mental exercises, meditation for athletes.Robin Hughes: @robin_hughes__Get Ahead Mindset : @getaheadmindsetInstagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQcFollow for more stories of grit and mental resilience! 💥 #TheMindSetsPodcast #Hyrox #CrossFit #EnduranceTraining #PerformanceCoach #MentalResilience #AthleticPerformance #OvercomingAdversity #InteractiveMindset #MentalStrength #SportsPsychology #AthleteMindset #ConfidenceBuilding #MentalCoaching #OvercomingFailure #PerformanceUnderPressure #MindSetsPodcast #RobinHughes #GetAheadMindset #FitnessPsychology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 46 - Endurance, Pain, and Purpose: Talking Athletic Performance with Ollie Russell
🎙️ The MindSets Podcast welcomes endurance athlete and performance coach Ollie Russell (@russellperformancetraining) for a powerful conversation about resilience, redemption, and the pursuit of excellence. Host Angus Cook (@MindSets_Podcast) takes listeners on Ollie’s intense journey—from growing up as a dedicated rugby player to facing life-altering personal challenges that would shape his career and purpose forever.Ollie opens up about a turbulent period in his life, triggered when both his parents were diagnosed with cancer. While his mother fought through and survived, he lost his father, his greatest role model, to the disease. Grieving and searching for direction, Ollie walked away from rugby, threw himself into brutal training sessions as a form of self-punishment, and explored the Marines as an escape. Caught in a cycle of extreme fitness, partying, and substance use, he eventually found a new path in CrossFit and, later, the world of Hyrox. Fast-forward to 2024, and Ollie has not only straightened out his course but set a world record with Team THETA, clocking a 47:33 relay time.This episode explores how Ollie’s journey through loss, intense challenges, and self-discovery became a foundation for his remarkable endurance feats, including a 48-hour burpee world record attempt and six marathons in six days. It’s a raw story of resilience, transformation, and finding purpose through athletic performance.Tune in for an inspiring conversation on:Transforming pain into resilience and purpose 🧠💪The mental and physical demands of extreme endurance sports 🏃♂️Insights on training and focus from a Hyrox world record holder 🔥Ollie’s journey from self-destruction to world-class performanceOllie Russel: @russellperformancetrainingInstagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQcFollow for more stories of grit and redemption! 💥 #TheMindSetsPodcast #OllieRussell #Hyrox #CrossFit #EnduranceTraining #PerformanceCoach #MentalResilience #AthleticPerformance #OvercomingAdversity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 45 - Mountain Highs and Mental Lows: Extreme Sport and Entrepreneurship with Toby Simmons
In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus Cook (@MindSets_Podcast) speaks with Toby Simmons (@tobysimmonsuk), diving deep into his raw and resilient story. After choosing to leave formal education, Toby embraced the seasonnaire lifestyle, heading to the mountains where he discovered ski freestyle and competed among some of the UK’s best at events like the Laax World Champs. Training hard—but admittedly recklessly—in New Zealand, he faced a life-changing injury, breaking his neck and back. Undeterred, Toby returned to seasonal work, but the lifestyle and its toll on his mental health eventually led to a turning point.Following these challenges, Toby shifted his focus, launching an online yoga business during COVID-19. Through this venture, he learned invaluable lessons in business, selling it for profit and moving on to new opportunities, including hybrid athleticism and endurance events like marathons and triathlons. Today, Toby has committed to building his next business, ActiveXplore, selling his belongings and heading to Asia to fully dedicate himself to his vision. He’s also preparing for the Beachy Head Marathon as part of a self-planned ironman-inspired triathlon.Join us as we explore Toby’s journey of resilience, reinvention, and the lessons learned from choosing an unconventional path 🌍 Listen now and follow us on social media for more insights:Toby Simmons: @tobysimmonsukToby's Business (ActiveXplore): @activexploretravelInstagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc#FreestyleSkiing #SeasonnaireLife #MentalHealthAwareness #HybridAthlete #Entrepreneurship #EnduranceTraining #ActiveXplore #TobySimmons #MindSetsPodcast #Ironman #triathlon #marathon #running #hybrid #hybridtraining Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 44 - The Growth Game: Tom Murray on Wealth Management, Fitness, and Personal Growth
In this episode of the Mindsets Podcast, host Angus Cook, sits down with Tom Murray (@tomgmurr), host of the "Growth Game" podcast and a private wealth manager with a fascinating story. Tom opens up about his early struggles with body dysmorphia, how he found solace in fitness, and the seven years he spent traveling through various countries including Australia, New Zealand, and Thailand. He shares how living an extravagant lifestyle, bolstered by a large inheritance, led him to financial ruin—and ultimately, self-discovery.Tom explains how he bounced back from these mistakes, transitioned into wealth management, and found a new sense of purpose in helping others avoid the financial pitfalls he once faced. We also dive into his unexpected rise on social media after his colleague started the viral TikTok account, @someoneiworkwith, which showcased his life in Kuala Lumpur and brought him significant online attention. Tom reflects on balancing a social media presence with personal growth, fitness, and helping others build a better relationship with money. Plus, a look behind the scenes of his own podcast, Growth Game.This episode is packed with insights on overcoming setbacks, embracing fitness, and learning crucial financial lessons.Listen now and follow us on social media for more insights:Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastTom Murray: @tomgmurrPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc#WealthManagement #GrowthGame #Travel #BodyDysmorphia #TomMurray #FitnessJourney #MindsetPodcast #PersonalGrowth #Finance #PodcastInterview #SocialMediaInfluence #GrowthMindset Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 43 - Coeliac Strong: Annabel Wellington’s Fitness Journey and Life with Gluten-Free Living
In this episode of The Mindsets Podcast, host Angus Cook chats with Annabel Wellington (@annabel_active), a passionate runner and fitness coach. Diagnosed with coeliac disease at a young age, Annabel opens up about the challenges she faced—physically, socially, and mentally. She shares how this condition influenced her body image, self-care habits, and life choices, and how she discovered new fitness avenues beyond running.From conquering long-distance races to becoming a personal trainer, Annabel's mission is to help others with similar conditions lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. This episode is packed with inspiring moments, plenty of laughs, and a fun gluten-free taste test of popular food brands! If you're interested in fitness, nutrition, or overcoming personal hurdles, this is one you won't want to miss.Listen now and follow us on social media for more insights:Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastAnnabel Wellington: @annabelactivePersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected] MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc#podcast #fitnessjourney #coeliacdisease #nutrition #running #selfcare #glutenfree #healthyliving #personaltrainer #MindSetsPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 42 - Life on the Edge: Harry Mackarness on Life After The Army
In this gripping episode, Angus sits down with Harry Mackarness, a former British Army reconnaissance officer, fitness entrepreneur, and mental health advocate. Harry takes us through his decade of military service, beginning in the Parachute Regiment, before transferring to the Light Dragoons where he served as a reconnaissance officer. He shares intense experiences from his military career, detailing the injuries and trauma he faced, and the struggles that followed as he transitioned back to civilian life.Harry recounts the pivotal night on Chelsea Bridge when he almost ended it all, and how that dark moment became the turning point in his journey to healing. He opens up about how therapy, fitness, and ultimately quitting his corporate job to pursue a career in health and fitness changed his life. Now, at age 35, he’s taken a gap year to travel the world—from conflict zones like Ukraine to the beautiful landscapes of Southeast Asia—and is passionate about sharing his insights on resilience, living authentically, and pushing personal limits.You can find support for help locally as mentioned in the podcast using this link:https://hubofhope.co.uk Find Harry on social media here -> @resurgent_harryThe MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.Follow us on social media for more updates and behind-the-scenes content:Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected]://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 41 - Travis Owles: Battling Anxiety, Endurance, and the World of Hyrox
In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Travis Owles, a former British trampolining champion turned Hyrox athlete with world-record ambitions. Travis opens up about his early years in gymnastics, where despite being told at age 10 that he’d never make it to the Olympics, he went on to become a national champion in trampolining. His journey took a detour at university, where the pressures of drinking culture and managing sports led to struggles with anxiety, eventually resulting in him dropping out. However, boxing reignited his motivation and became his saving grace during the COVID lockdowns.After a humbling loss in a national boxing final, Travis vowed to never settle for defeat again. He went on to complete an ultra marathon on Mount Snowdon, pushing himself to new physical limits. This perseverance led him to the world of Hyrox, where his accomplishments have earned him recognition, despite being told throughout his life that his height would limit him in sports. Today, Travis is breaking barriers, chasing elite-level goals in the sport, and using his platform to raise funds for causes like Macmillan Cancer Support.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in sports resilience, overcoming personal challenges, and finding purpose through adversity.The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.Follow us on social media for more updates and behind-the-scenes content:Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected]://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc#podcast #fitness #mentalhealth #mindset #motivation #athlete #mentalhealthawarenessweek #mentalhealthawareness #gym #wellness #TravisOwles#HyroxAthlete#OvercomingAdversity#SportsResilience#UltraMarathon#AthleteJourney#MentalHealthInSports#BoxingMotivation#HyroxWorldRecord#GymnasticsChampion#SportsMindset#EnduranceSports#BreakingBarriers#MacmillanCancerSupport Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 40 - Lauryn Davey: More Than a Heptathlete
In this episode, we’re joined by Welsh heptathlete Lauryn Davey, a true embodiment of what it means to be a multi-hyphenate. Lauryn has made waves not just on the track but also in the classroom and the community, proving that you don’t have to limit yourself to one path. As a highly competitive heptathlete, Lauryn has excelled in multiple disciplines, all while pursuing a medical degree with a passion for helping others and advocating for mental health.We dive deep into Lauryn’s journey as a young track athlete with diverse talents, exploring how she balances the demands of being a top-tier athlete and a dedicated medical student. Lauryn shares her approach to athlete wellness and mental health, offering insights that are crucial for anyone navigating the pressures of sports and education. As a committed vegan, Lauryn also discusses how her plant-based lifestyle fuels her performance and aligns with her values of sustainability and health.In a candid conversation, Lauryn addresses the media scrutiny she has faced, particularly from outlets like The Sun and The Daily Mail, over the standard athletic attire she competes in. We discuss how these criticisms reflect broader issues of body positivity and how Lauryn remains focused on her performance and her mission to break stereotypes in sports.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in women in sports, athlete wellness, and the power of resilience. Lauryn Davey’s story is one of empowerment, ambition, and the courage to defy expectations, making it perfect for listeners passionate about mental health, veganism, and breaking boundaries in all aspects of life.The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.Follow us on social media for more updates and behind-the-scenes content:Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cookEnquiries: [email protected]://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc#podcast #fitness #mentalhealth #mindset #motivation #athlete #mentalhealthawarenessweek #mentalhealthawareness #gym #wellness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 39 - Restoring Purpose: Charlotte Matthews' Path from Setback to Success
In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte Matthews, a true embodiment of resilience and determination. Charlotte's journey is nothing short of extraordinary—starting with her dreams of becoming a professional footballer, which were dashed just a week before she was set to take up a scholarship in America due to a devastating ACL injury. Feeling lost and struggling with her purpose, Charlotte spiraled into a cycle of partying and neglecting her fitness.Her story takes a remarkable turn when she discovers trail running while living in Spain, reigniting her passion for sports. But just as she was about to compete in her first Hyrox event, Charlotte faced her biggest challenge yet—a near-fatal bout with sepsis following a burst appendix. Despite coming terrifyingly close to death, Charlotte fought back, qualifying for the Hyrox World Championships in Nice just a year later.Join us as Charlotte shares her incredible journey from rock bottom to the world stage, the life lessons she’s learned along the way, and the importance of savoring every moment. Whether you're an athlete or simply looking for inspiration to overcome life's challenges, Charlotte's story will leave you motivated and ready to face whatever comes your way.Tune in to hear how Charlotte Matthews defied the odds, found her purpose, and became a world champion in Hyrox—all while learning to appreciate the preciousness of life. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.Follow us on social media for more updates and behind-the-scenes content:Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPersonal: @angus_cook Enquiries: [email protected]://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc#podcast #fitness #mentalhealth #mindset #motivation #athlete #mentalhealthawarenessweek #mentalhealthawareness #gym #wellness #football #soccer #athlete #athletics #running #training #rugby #hyrox #marathon #marathontraining #runclub #olympics #olympics2024 #greatbritain #triathlon #triathlete #MindSetsPodcast #hyrox #thisgirlcan #womeninsport #worldchampionships #Resilience #WellnessJourney #AngusCook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 38 - Fuelling Success: Darren O'Reilly’s Story from Rugby to WholeSupp
In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, host Angus Cook sits down with Darren O'Reilly, former Harlequins and Irish professional rugby player and founder of WholeSupp, a cutting-edge nutrition company. Darren shares his inspiring journey from the high-intensity world of professional rugby to the challenges of corporate life. Discover how his personal struggles with maintaining proper nutrition during this transition led him to create WholeSupp, a solution designed to meet the needs of everyone from busy professionals to performance athletes. Tune in to hear Darren’s insights on the importance of resilience, adapting to change, and fuelling success both on and off the field. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in sports, nutrition, and entrepreneurship!Follow WholeSupp on all social media using @wholesupp and use code:"MINDSET" for 15% off at their website www.wholesupp.com The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.Follow us on social media for more updates and behind-the-scenes content:Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc#podcast #fitness #mentalhealth #mindset #motivation #athlete #mentalhealthawarenessweek #mentalhealthawareness #gym #wellness #football #soccer #athlete #athletics #running #training #rugby #hyrox #marathon #marathontraining #runclub #olympics #olympics2024 #greatbritain #triathlon #triathlete #MindSetsPodcast #DarrenOReilly #WholeSupp #RugbyCareer #CorporateLife #Nutrition #Entrepreneurship #Resilience #WellnessJourney #AngusCook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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Episode 37 - Cycling the World: Juurian's Journey for Movember
Join us in this inspiring episode as your host, Angus Cook, delves into the extraordinary journey of Juurian Van Der Graaf (@thegreatchoochoo), a passionate former musician from Rotterdam who is cycling around the world to raise money for Movember. After a profound mental health battle associated with tinnitus (a condition leaving Juurian with permanent ringing in his ears) which he developed from his passion for playing music in multiple bands, he shares his powerful story of resilience and hope for new experiences and more positive life.In this episode, Juurian opens up about his experiences with therapy, antidepressants, and even psychedelic mushrooms (in a medical setting), all in an effort to combat his mental health struggles. Tune in to hear about his incredible global cycling adventure, his dedication to raising awareness for men's health, and his unwavering spirit in the face of adversity. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in mental health, perseverance, and what it's like to cycle around the entire world.Listen to the episode: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastFollow Juurian's journey and donate to his cause, find the link on his Instagram at @thegreatchoochooAbout the MindSets Podcast: The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.Follow us on social media for more updates and behind-the-scenes content:Instagram: @mindsets_podcastTikTok: @mindsets_podcastPodcast Intro/ Outro Music:Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FearlessWatch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc#podcast #fitness #mentalhealth #mindset #motivation #athlete #mentalhealthawarenessweek #mentalhealthawareness #gym #wellness #football #soccer #athlete #athletics #running #training #rugby #hyrox #marthon #marathontraining #runclub #olympics #olympics2024 #greatbritain #triathlon #triathlete Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the MindSets Podcast, your new favourite sports and fitness podcast hosted by Angus and Charles! We keep you up to date with the latest sports new, controversial hot takes from our listeners and expert advice that will absolutely help you with your own sports performance! Oh AND we have a laugh the entire time even before we round each episode off with an interactive game.If you loved watch A Question of Sport or A League of Their Own, you'll love this!
HOSTED BY
Angus Cook
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