Welcome to the Champion Secrets Podcast, where we interview high performers, athletes, entrepreneurs, and humans I consider champions — so we can all become champions in our own way.

Today’s guest is 2x Olympian, AVP Champion, and one of the most respected veterans in professional beach volleyball — John Hyden.

From nearly quitting volleyball to becoming an Olympian…

From indoor national team standout to AVP champion…

From world-class competitor to devoted husband and father…

John shares what sustained excellence really looks like.

In this episode, we discuss:

How a rainy-day tryout changed his life

The discipline instilled by brutal college training

Making the Olympic team after being told it was already set

Transitioning from indoor to beach at nearly 30

The mindset shift required to compete internationally

Manifestation and the “penny wish” story that shaped his Olympic journey

Navigating fatherhood, technology, and raising grounded kids

Building Hyden Beach and mentoring the next generation

John also opens up about the role his wife has played in his success — from recovery, support, and sacrifice to being the emotional anchor behind the scenes.

This conversation isn’t just about volleyball.

It’s about longevity, leadership, family, and staying disciplined in a distracted world. Champion Secrets Show