Human or Athlete?

Issa tells his story on how he found beach volleyball to where he now dreams of winning medals. We learn of the driving force behind him to inspire and give to those his advice, joy and work ethic. Issa tells us his stories from experience to remind us how we must not stop fighting for racial equality in the world. And finally how every single one of us can have an impact on the people around us to cultivate a better world socially and environmentally. Thank you Issa, check him out @issabatrane

Libby's story is incredible, from being diagnosed with Stargardt macular dystrophy to becoming a double olympic champion at Rio in the 100m and 200m as well as so many other incredible achievements. She discusses the power of making mistakes as well as making assertive decisions for yourself. Libby always found a way to get back up regardless of the obstacles thrown her way from losing funding to having an identity crisis after her olympic success. She guides us through her priorities of enjoyment, self-compassion and generosity, thank you for coming on Libby!

Wow, what an incredible story. Johnboy talks us through his thoughts, emotions and approach after his devastating gunshot spinal injury. How he finds acceptance and the willpower to do something the life he still has. His strength is incredible to switch sports and be successful in both as well as find the self-love to overcome any obstacle that has come his way. What a journey, man and speaker, thank you johnboy!

An amazingly, high-energy insight into the life of an elite 800m runner, Ellie Baker. She explains how she finds the strength and awareness to commit herself to peak performance and a life centred around progress and joy. And she brings the laughter and humility with that drive to succeed! Ellie tells us how she learnt to back herself and find trust in the pressure that lays on an solo athlete's shoulders. An inspirational and energising conversation with an elite athlete paving her way to the top! Check her out on instagram @ellienatashabaker

I have not yet spoken to anyone who quite embodies the "team mindset" like Felix. His humility, honesty and understanding of his part to play in the team is incredible. He tells us how Belgium hockey committed to being the best in the world roughly 12 years ago and have slowly improved & improved to where they are now World Champions and #1 in the world approaching the Tokyo Olympics. He discusses the depth of the team morale and understanding each and every player and their part to play to succeed. Felix's refreshing honesty on overcoming a silver medal is inspiring as well as the stories behind the team's incredible journey to become the best in the world. 
Check out Felix @felixdenayer

Eric gives us a full guide into how he approaches sport and life. His attention to detail on how to maximise effort and focus on his priorities is airtight telling us how he uses his time efficiently by planning ahead and knowing exactly what he wants out of every day. Chasing perfect days is Eric's day to day system in how he prioritizes giving, joy and self-care. There are so many little details and guides that you can take away from Eric and be sure to check out his instagram @erichinman!

Part 2 of the Best Bits of the Human or Athlete Podcast!

Part 1 of the Best Bits of the Human or Athlete Podcast!

Jim tells his story through football and how he transitioned out of it. With his self-honesty and self-awareness he guides us through how he felt as a player in times where he needed to build confidence and when he needed to adapt to all types of environment. He shows that everything comes down to what happens inside us and finding who we are within, allows us to approach rebuilding our life or changing our life in any way possible!

Pedro speaks on his insights into life as a coach. How he sees curiosity as the stepping stone to hard work and even to loving what you do. We go into great depth on your environment and how the present moment is all you can focus on regardless of what you're doing, where you are and who you are with. His knowledge through experience  on ego and  authenticity in sport is full of advice and lessons. Ironically from the title, every question did always end up coming back to curiosity so if there is anything to take from this brilliant conversation, try include a little bit more curiosity into your life!