E169 - Mat Fraser, CrossFit legend: Being disciplined when no one is watching

E169 - Mat Fraser, CrossFit legend: Being disciplined when no one is watching

Mat Fraser is a retired CrossFit athlete and legend of the sport. He is the first athlete to have won five CrossFit Games titles consecutively from 2016 - 2020. After breaking his back in two places as an Olympic hopeful weightlifter, Mat was told he'd never be able to lift again. In this episode he shares how he has overcome his setbacks through hard work and discipline. Discipline is a crucial aspect of Mat’s work, most importantly, being disciplined when no one is watching.


He shares how his parents' parenting style encouraged him to try everything from figure skating to t-ball, he tells Jake and Damian the lessons from his parents he carries into his work today. In this episode they discuss, why we should all do things we are bad at, training for the right reasons and finding the right people for you.


Mat’s book Hard Work Pays Off is out on the 29th of December 2022. You can find it here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hwpo-Transform-Crossfits-Five-Time-Fittest/dp/0593233751


Thanks to WHOOP for being our partner on this series speaking to world leading experts who can positively impact you and the life you live. WHOOP is a wearable health and fitness coach that helps you to sleep better, train smarter and recover faster.


If you're interested in improving your health and overall performance, you can go to join.whoop.com/hpp to get a 20% discount on a WHOOP membership this holiday season.


- - - -


We have added new dates to our live tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023


OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal

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

Avsnitt(661)

Tom Daley: How trauma leads to triumph (E5)

Tom Daley: How trauma leads to triumph (E5)

This week’s guest is Tom Daley, one of Britain’s most recognised sportsmen. Tom has won a diving gold or finished first in a major competition every single year for 14 successive years! He won a national U18 competition aged just ten, competed in the Olympics at fourteen and won a bronze at London 2012. Tom’s fame transcends his sport - he lost his father to cancer in 2011, publicly came out as gay, got married, had a baby and has became a key spokesperson for LGBT+ rights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Apr 202042min

E4 - Steven Bartlett: The importance of believing you can

E4 - Steven Bartlett: The importance of believing you can

This week on the pod we’re joined by Steven Bartlett, the self-made 27-year-old CEO of Social Chain, a leading global media agency, which he started at just 22. Jake and Damian delve deep into Steven’s unique philosophy, hearing about his relentless self-belief and entrepreneurial mindset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 Mars 202039min

E3 - Mauricio Pochettino: How to build a team with compassion

E3 - Mauricio Pochettino: How to build a team with compassion

Mauricio Pochettino is the current manager of PSG. He’s a man who creates a real family atmosphere wherever he coaches. He has won trophies at Espanyol and PSG as a player, but he’s now best known as a top-class manager with spells at Espanyol and Southampton before he took Tottenham to finals and their best league finish in 25 years, playing football as effective as it was impressive. Hear his stories of inspiring people, selecting players and his football philosophy. Listen to Mauricio Pochettino tell you his secrets to living a more high-performance life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

23 Mars 202050min

E2 - Ant Middleton: How to create and maintain a zero excuses mindset

E2 - Ant Middleton: How to create and maintain a zero excuses mindset

When I drew up a list of dream names for the High Performance Podcast, Ant Middleton was right at the top of that list. An accomplished military career that includes the coveted King’s Badge as a Royal Marine, before joining the Special Boat Service - Ant’s whole career epitomises high performance. He is now best known as the Chief Instructor for Channel 4’s hit show, 'SAS : Who Dares Wins', but is also a best-selling author, motivational speaker and tours the UK with his ‘Mind Over Muscle’ brand. Listen to Ant share his stories and secrets to his high-performing mindset. Give this your time, hear him out, and you won’t regret it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16 Mars 202048min

E1 - Rio Ferdinand: Lessons from loss

E1 - Rio Ferdinand: Lessons from loss

From an estate in Peckham, to the World Cup. From winning the Champions League to struggling at QPR. What was it really like in the Manchester United dressing room? Is he happy? What has personal tragedy taught him about being a better person? This is Rio Ferdinand as you’ve never heard him before, openly sharing his secrets to his High Performance life. Winning cultures, elite mindsets, and the tricks you can employ to enjoy success and taste happiness in your own life...whatever comes your way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 Mars 202044min

Populärt inom Hälsa

somna-med-henrik
rss-bara-en-till-om-missbruk-medberoende-2
alska-oss
rss-jossan-nina
sova-med-dan-horning
johannes-hansen-podcast
sexnoveller-deluxe
angestpodden
vinterpasset
rss-sjalsligt-avkladd
not-fanny-anymore
brottarbroder
rss-the-house-podcast-3
rss-viktmedicinpodden
sa-in-i-sjalen
inga-beiga-morsor
tyngre-radio
dodsdomar
rss-activation-podcast
halsoveckan-by-tyngre