The Empowered Athlete

Mental Performance for Athletes (Interview w/ Mindset Mike)


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In this episode, I chat with Mindset Mike of Wrestling Mindset. We discuss how to create a champion mindset, what separates world class athletes from mediocre athletes, and skills, habits and attitudes needed to not only get to the top, but to STAY at the top. This episode is PACKED with golden nuggets, so I highly suggest you grab and pen and paper and take notes.


About Mike:

Based out of Houston, TX, Mike served served 7 years in FBI and is a Certified crisis negotiator. He's also a D1 Wrestler, Head wrestling coach at Without Limits Wrestling ’13-’22, Mindset coach to hundreds of top ranked athletes + teams in professional sports, high school, and college and has coached 100+ state placers, 50+ All Americans, and 9 national champions since 2013. He's a featured speaker at 150+ coaching clinics, universities and businesses around the country and has 4 collegiate team national titles and 15 HS state championships. Mike is also recognized by ESPN, UFC media, Joe Rogan, and Ariel Helwani.


What You'll Learn:

  • His story and what led him to do what he does today
  • How his FBI training/experience influenced the mindset work he does
  • His method in working with athletes + how he helps prepare them mentally for battle
  • His thoughts and insights on the difference between motivation vs. discipline 
  • His definition of mental toughness
  • What he believes separates the mediocre athletes from extraordinary athletes
  • His insight on winning once vs. maintaining a winning streak
  • The biggest mindset blocks he works with athletes in overcoming
  • The biggest skills or habits he recommends athletes cultivate in order to become a champion
  • The 15 second rule for eliminating the fear of fatigue
  • His advice for what he wants every athlete to know/takeaway

  • Episode Resources:

    Mindset Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindset_mike/

    Wrestling Mindset Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingmindset/

    Mindet Mike's email: [email protected]


    Competition Mindset Masterclass hosted by Nattie Boss: This masterclass is a 2-hour experience for active competitors or any athlete looking to gain a competitive edge for future competitions. This is hosted on Zoom and you will have lifetime access to recording. 

    DATE: Friday, August 19th 2022

    TIME: 6-8pm CST

    COST: $33 USD

    LINK TO REGISTER: https://www.bodybyboss.com/offers/5zewc2P3

    Podcast Links:

    https://www.instagram.com/bodybybossllc

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