E85 - John McAvoy: It's not where you're from, is where you're at that counts

E85 - John McAvoy: It's not where you're from, is where you're at that counts

This week Jake and Damian speak with current Nike athlete, and former convicted armed robber, John McAvoy.


John speaks about how his past and time in solitary confinement transformed his view of life and what fuelled him to succeed in the sporting world.


John became the proud holder of three world records and seven British records in indoor rowing, all achieved in confinement.


John’s book – Redemption is available to buy here.


. . . . . . .


High Performance Live Podcast Tour 2022 - Sign up here - thehighperformancepodcast.com/signup


Get a special signed copy of our first book, out Dec 9th: https://bit.ly/3kCqhFp

Pre-order link: http://smarturl.it/hv0sdz


Pre-order the audiobook: https://adbl.co/3xQQSCF


There are a few tickets left for the book tour! Join us in Bristol (14th December) to have a chat and get a signed copy 👉https://bit.ly/HPPlive


Thanks also to GIVEMESPORT - the exclusive sports partner of the High Performance Podcast. To gain further access to editorial and social content from the Podcast click here https://www.givemesport.com/podcast

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jaksot(675)

Mika Häkkinen: When F1 Was Fearless - Beating Schumacher & The Crash That Changed Everything (E377)

Mika Häkkinen: When F1 Was Fearless - Beating Schumacher & The Crash That Changed Everything (E377)

Two-time Formula One World Champion Mika Häkkinen reflects on the mindset, discipline, and calmness that defined his legendary career, and his unforgettable rivalry with Michael Schumacher.He opens up...

3 Marras 20251h 37min

World Leading Psychologist: The 19 Words That Change How You Handle Criticism | Adam Grant

World Leading Psychologist: The 19 Words That Change How You Handle Criticism | Adam Grant

What does high performance really demand from the human mind? In this conversation, world-leading organisational psychologist Adam Grant explores how the best performers think, learn, and lead.Adam un...

31 Loka 202531min

When to Say What You Think (And When Not To) with Harvard Psychologist Steven Pinker

When to Say What You Think (And When Not To) with Harvard Psychologist Steven Pinker

Pre-order our brand new book Micro-Habits and use code MICROHABITS26 for 25% off before the launch on 1st January. https://hppod.co/472Og7qWhat makes great communicators stand out isn’t confidence, ch...

29 Loka 202533min

Susie Wolff: My Story From the Inside - The FIA Investigation, F1 Academy & Hamilton’s Reaction (E376)

Susie Wolff: My Story From the Inside - The FIA Investigation, F1 Academy & Hamilton’s Reaction (E376)

In a sport long dominated by men, Susie Wolff has carved her own path, turning barriers into breakthroughs and setbacks into strength. From proving her place on the grid to leading a complete transfor...

27 Loka 20251h 13min

Gordon Ramsay: The Golden Rule That Made the World's Most Iconic Chef

Gordon Ramsay: The Golden Rule That Made the World's Most Iconic Chef

In high performance, we often celebrate success, the awards, the headlines, the restaurants, the fame. But for Gordon Ramsay, the real story lies in the struggle behind the spotlight.In this episode, ...

24 Loka 202550min

The World-Class Coach Leading with Humility, Trust and Belief | Johann van Graan

The World-Class Coach Leading with Humility, Trust and Belief | Johann van Graan

Pre-order our brand new book Micro-Habits and use code MICROHABITS26 for 25% off before the launch on 1st January. https://hppod.co/472Og7qStep inside the mind of one of rugby's most respected figures...

22 Loka 202547min

Keely Hodgkinson's "Insane" Year: Using Spirituality to Overcome Injuries & Setbacks (E375)

Keely Hodgkinson's "Insane" Year: Using Spirituality to Overcome Injuries & Setbacks (E375)

Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson returns to High Performance to share the honest reality of life after success, the highs of global recognition, the setbacks of injury, and the emotional toll that co...

20 Loka 20251h 16min

Stop Chasing Perfection: A Therapeutic Take on Success with Alain de Botton, Philosopher

Stop Chasing Perfection: A Therapeutic Take on Success with Alain de Botton, Philosopher

Philosopher and bestselling author Alain de Botton invites us to completely rethink what success really means. This profound and therapeutic conversation explores how true high performance isn’t about...

17 Loka 202542min

Suosittua kategoriassa Terveys ja hyvinvointi

unicast
rss-hanna-tikander
psykopodiaa-podcast
tiedenaiset-podcast
puhu-muru
rss-pitaisko-erota
rss-narsisti
voi-hyvin-meditaatiot-2
vakeva-elama-viisaampi-mieli-vahvempi-keho
meditaatiot-suomeksi
terapiassa
rss-pt-paahtio
aamukahvilla
rss-vapaudu-voimaasi
rss-kuumilla-aalloilla
rss-kyykkya-ja-kuoharia
junnut-pelissa
paritellen
rss-nautinto
rss-en-saa-unta