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#22 Winning at All Costs: The Mindset that Defined Lance Armstrong


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Hero or Villain? How do you celebrate a man who defied the odds of cancer while also confronting his role in one of sports’ biggest doping scandals? Lance Armstrong’s journey is as complex as it is compelling. Join Dr. Duncan Simpson and Dr. Greg Young as they unravel the multifaceted story of Lance Armstrong. From his triumphs on the Tour de France to his battle with cancer, Armstrong’s life represents both incredible feats of endurance and a complex legacy of deception and controversy.


In this episode, they dive into Armstrong’s autobiography It’s Not About the Bike, capturing the highs and lows of a career defined by extremes. They explore how Armstrong's journey, from a childhood marked by financial struggle and absent father figures to a cancer diagnosis that redefined his purpose, forged the athlete’s fierce, “me against the world” mentality. They also delve into the ethical questions raised by his well-documented use of performance-enhancing drugs and his relentless pursuit of dominance in cycling.


In this episode of Performers, you will:

  • Learn how adversity can fuel resilience and success.

  • Understand the power of reframing fear and redefining what truly matters.

  • Explore the ethical complexities of heroism, cheating, and legacy.

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    Chapters

    00:00 Facing Mortality: Lance's Cancer Journey

    03:46 The Paradox of Lance Armstrong

    05:40 Childhood Influences and Early Struggles

    09:31 The Drive for Independence and Success

    14:15 The Role of Family Support

    17:17 Navigating Social Pressures and Identity

    18:47 Seizing Opportunities in Cycling

    22:27 Learning the Complexities of Professional Cycling

    30:06 The Science of Winning and Continuous Improvement

    38:54 Confronting Cancer: A Life-Altering Diagnosis

    39:01 Reprioritizing Fear and Perspective

    42:44 Identity Crisis: The Impact of Cancer

    49:00 Hope vs. Fear: The Psychological Struggle

    53:54 Transformation Through Adversity

    56:27 The Obligation of the Cured: A New Purpose

    59:22 The Comeback: Facing Financial and Physical Challenges

    01:05:53 Training for the Tour: A New Mindset

    01:14:53 1999 Tour de France: The Journey to Victory

    01:24:38 The Symbolism of Winning: More Than Just a Title




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