What does it really take to perform at the highest level, and why do so many high achievers still feel they haven't done enough?

In this episode of Performance People, Georgie Ainslie is joined by three-time Olympian, European champion and ROAR Fitness founder Sarah Lindsay for a conversation about the psychology of performance, resilience and confidence.

Sarah reflects on the mindset that took her to three Olympic Games, why she spent years believing she'd failed, and how a life-changing conversation with her mother transformed the way she approached competition forever.

The conversation also explores why strength training matters more than most people realise, the role of recovery and sleep in long-term performance, the dangers of chasing shortcuts, and why confidence is built by proving difficult things to yourself.

FAQs

Who is Sarah Lindsay?Sarah Lindsay is a three-time Olympian, ten-time British speed skating champion, European champion and founder of ROAR Fitness.

What is ROAR Fitness?ROAR Fitness is one of London's leading personal training businesses, specialising in strength training, body transformation and long-term health.

Why did Sarah Lindsay feel like a failure despite competing at three Olympics?Sarah explains how elite athletes often judge themselves solely on winning medals, making it difficult to recognise extraordinary achievements.

What changed Sarah Lindsay's mindset?Her mother's cancer diagnosis before her first Olympics gave every training session a deeper purpose and transformed her commitment to performance.

Why does Sarah Lindsay believe strength training is so important?She argues that building muscle is one of the biggest predictors of healthy ageing, confidence and long-term physical capability.

What does Sarah say about confidence?Confidence isn't something you're born with—it's earned by repeatedly proving to yourself that you can do difficult things.

What role does recovery play in performance?Sarah believes sleep, recovery and consistency are just as important as training if you want to improve.

What does Sarah think about motivation?She believes motivation comes and goes. Building habits and sticking to a plan is what creates lasting results.

Who is this episode for?Anyone interested in performance, resilience, psychology, fitness, longevity, leadership or personal development.

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Professor Tim Spector, co-founder of ZOE, joins Performance People to explain how gut health can influence mood, energy, cravings, focus and long-term health.

In this conversation, Tim explores the gut-brain connection, why brain fog may be linked to what we eat, the problem with ultra-processed foods, the benefits of fermented foods and plant diversity, and why he believes GLP-1 drugs could be one of the most important medical discoveries of his career.

He also explains why calorie counting and willpower alone have failed so many people, and why the future of nutrition may be far more personalised, preventative and performance-focused.

Tim's book, Ferment, now available in paperback at Amazon or wherever you get you books.

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FAQs

Who is Professor Tim Spector?Professor Tim Spector is a scientist, author, doctor and co-founder of ZOE, known for his work on nutrition, gut health, the microbiome and personalised health.

What does Tim Spector say about the gut-brain connection?Tim explains that the gut and brain are closely connected, with the gut sending signals that may affect mood, energy, appetite, focus and mental performance.

Can food affect brain fog and concentration?Yes. Tim discusses how sugar spikes, energy dips and inflammation may contribute to brain fog, fatigue and poor concentration.

What does Tim Spector recommend for gut health?He talks about eating 30 plants a week, adding more colour and variety to your diet, increasing fibre, using herbs and spices, and regularly including fermented foods.

What are fermented foods?Fermented foods include things like kefir, yoghurt, kimchi, sauerkraut and other foods that may help support gut health and reduce inflammation.

What does Tim Spector say about GLP-1 drugs?Tim describes GLP-1 drugs as one of the most important medical discoveries of his professional career, but argues they should be combined with nutrition education and long-term behaviour change.

Why does Tim Spector criticise calorie counting?He argues that calorie counting and restriction have failed many people because they do not address appetite signals, food quality, gut health or the wider food environment.

How is this episode relevant to performance?The episode explores how what we eat can affect focus, energy, mood, decision-making and long-term health, all of which are central to everyday performance.

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00:00 Why GLP-1 Drugs Could Transform Public Health

01:34 Professor Tim Spector on Food, Mood and Performance

02:32 Can Your Gut Change the Way You Think?

06:58 Can Changing Your Microbiome Change Your Personality?

08:05 The Food Experiment That Gave Tim Spector Brain Fog

12:21 How Blood Sugar Spikes Affect Focus and Energy

19:17 Why What You Eat Is Crucial to Mental Performance

21:37 How to Improve Your Diet and Gut Health

24:35 The Benefits of 30 Plants and Fermented Foods

34:48 The Truth About GLP-1s, Weight Loss and Willpower

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In this episode of Performance People, Georgie Ainslie speaks to sleep scientist Dr Sophie Bostock about the science of better sleep, consistent energy and true recovery.

Sophie explains why the body is not designed to be “always on”, how stress hormones can leave us feeling tired but wired, and why relaxation is a skill that needs to be practised before we get into bed.

The conversation also explores how sleep differs for women, particularly through puberty, pregnancy, perimenopause and menopause, and why fluctuating hormones can act as a stressor on the body.

A key message from Sophie is that recovery does not just happen overnight. The way we live, work, move, eat, think and pause during the day all shapes the quality of our sleep at night.

Performance People is produced in partnership with J.P. Morgan Private Bank.

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FA CEO Mark Bullingham joins Georgie Ainslie on the Performance People podcast for a rare in-depth conversation about running English football, the future of The Football Association, England’s World Cup ambitions, Thomas Tuchel, Sarina Wiegman, the Lionesses, Gareth Southgate’s legacy and the commercial growth of the game.

As Chief Executive of The FA, Bullingham describes the organisation as “eight different businesses in one”. He also reflects on an extraordinary period for English football, with England reaching five senior finals in five years after previously reaching one in 50.

In this episode, Mark explains how The FA selected Thomas Tuchel as England men’s head coach, why culture and connection matter in tournament football, and what Tuchel does behind the scenes to stay close to a wider pool of England players throughout the year.

He also discusses the importance of keeping Sarina Wiegman, calling it his “number one objective”, and explains why he believes she has the attributes to do any job in football while remaining deeply committed to the growth of the women’s game.

The conversation also covers the rise of the Lionesses, the legacy of England’s women’s football success, and why sport must adapt to how younger audiences now consume content.

This is a conversation about leadership under pressure, high performance, legacy, culture, commercial growth and the future of English football.

The Performance People podcast, in partnership with J.P. Morgan Private Bank.

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Felicity 'Fliss' Barnard, CEO of Ascot Racecourse, joins Georgie Ainslie on the Performance People podcast for a rare behind-the-scenes look at Royal Ascot, the business of horse racing, and the pressure of leading one of Britain’s most iconic sporting institutions.

Fliss explains what it really takes to run Royal Ascot, from protecting a 300-year-old brand to managing reputation, revenue, relevance, horse welfare, jockey welfare, international growth and the expectations that come with hosting one of the most famous events in world sport.

She talks about her first Royal Ascot as CEO, the challenge of modernising Ascot without losing what makes it special, and why she believes the future of racing depends on better storytelling, stronger content, international expansion and a deeper connection with casual sports fans.

Fliss also discusses the wider horse racing industry, why racing is often misunderstood, how Royal Ascot compares with other major sporting events, and what racing can learn from football, tennis, Formula 1 and global sports entertainment.

There is also a powerful conversation about leadership in sport, including Fliss’s experience as a female CEO, what she learned from working in football, the importance of preparation under pressure, and why she sees her role simply: “I’m the CEO.”

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Felicity 'Fliss' Barnard FAQs

Who is Fliss Barnard?

Fliss Barnard is the CEO of Ascot Racecourse, responsible for leading one of the most famous racecourses and sporting brands in the world.

What is Fliss Barnard’s role at Ascot Racecourse?

As CEO, Fliss Barnard oversees the business, brand, operations and long-term strategy of Ascot Racecourse, including Royal Ascot.

What does Fliss Barnard say about Royal Ascot?

Fliss describes Royal Ascot as a world-class sporting event built on history, detail and reputation, but also as a brand with huge international growth potential.

How much of Ascot’s revenue comes from Royal Ascot?

In the episode, Fliss says Royal Ascot accounts for around 70% of Ascot’s revenue.

How does Ascot balance tradition and modernisation?

Fliss says the aim is not to reinvent Royal Ascot, but to preserve almost everything that makes it special while using ideas from other sports to grow the brand.

Why does Fliss Barnard think horse racing is misunderstood?

She says many people underestimate the scale, complexity and commercial importance of racing, which she describes as a multi-billion-pound sports entertainment industry.

Does the episode discuss horse and jockey welfare?

Yes. Fliss talks about the importance of horse welfare, jockey welfare, safety, medical support and the physical and psychological demands placed on jockeys.

What does Fliss Barnard say about being a female CEO in sport?

Fliss says she is proud of her position but does not want to be defined only as a female CEO. Her line is simple: “I’m the CEO.”

What is this Performance People episode about?

This episode is about the pressure of running Royal Ascot, the future of horse racing, leadership in sport, protecting a historic brand and modernising without losing tradition.

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For decades, women have been given health, fitness and nutrition advice based largely on research conducted on men.

This week on Performance People, Georgie speaks to exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Dr Stacy Sims, the woman behind the phrase: “Women are not small men.”

This is a mythbusting conversation about the gender data gap in health and performance: why women need to lift heavy, why fasted training may not work the way many women think it does, why menstrual cycles should be understood rather than treated as a complication, and how the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs is creating a new set of concerns around strength, body image and long-term health.

Stacy also explains that AI is likely reinforcing outdated male-centred health advice, and how her new project, Collective X, is aiming to close the female data gap through better research, better methodology and better tools for women.

FAQs

Who is Dr Stacy Sims?

Dr Stacy Sims is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist known for her work on female physiology, training, nutrition and the phrase “women are not small men.”

What does “women are not small men” mean?

It means women’s bodies should not be treated as smaller versions of men’s bodies. Female physiology has distinct hormonal, metabolic, cardiovascular and muscular differences.

Why is male data a problem in health and fitness research?

Much of the research behind training, nutrition and health advice has historically been conducted on men and then generalised to women, which can lead to advice that does not properly reflect female physiology.

Should women train the same way as men?

Dr Stacy Sims argues that women should not simply follow scaled-down male training plans. Training should account for female physiology, including differences in muscle fibre type, recovery, hormones and life stage.

Should women lift heavy weights?

Yes. Dr Sims explains that heavy lifting is important for strength, power, muscle, bone health and long-term performance.

Is fasted training good for women?

Dr Sims argues that fasted training can be counterproductive for many women because of its effects on cortisol, appetite hormones, energy availability, lean mass and recovery.

Do women need more protein?

Protein needs should be considered in relation to body weight, activity level and goals. Dr Sims stresses that many active women under-eat protein and that protein supports muscle, satiety and body composition.

Should women change their training around their menstrual cycle?

Dr Sims says women do not need to completely change training every week based on generic cycle rules. Instead, they should track their own patterns and adjust based on how they respond individually.

Are wearables accurate for women?

Dr Sims argues that many wearables are still built on male-centred algorithms and can misread normal female physiological changes, especially around ovulation, heart rate variability, temperature and recovery.

Why might AI make women’s health advice worse?

Because AI tools often learn from existing published information, Dr Sims warns they may repeat older male-centred data and outdated health advice unless female-specific evidence is built into the system.

What does Dr Stacy Sims say about GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?

She says GLP-1 drugs can be powerful and useful when prescribed appropriately, but she is concerned about microdosing for vanity weight loss, body image effects and the loss of lean mass without proper lifestyle support.

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Double Olympic champion James Cracknell joins Georgie for a conversation about elite sport, resilience, identity and recovery.

James reflects on the defining moment that shaped his Olympic career: missing out on Atlanta 1996 through illness, after years of preparation, and deciding to commit to another four-year cycle despite knowing the same heartbreak could happen again.

He takes us inside the pressure of rowing with Sir Steve Redgrave, Sir Matthew Pinsent and Tim Foster, the standards set by legendary coach Jürgen Grobler, and the mindset that helped Team GB win Olympic gold in Sydney and Athens.

But this is also a conversation about life after elite sport. James opens up about the serious brain injury he suffered in 2010 after being hit by a fuel truck while cycling across America, the impact it had on his personality, family life and sense of self, and why he now believes asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

From Olympic gold to rowing the Atlantic, recovering from a coma, getting into the University of Cambridge, competing in the Boat Race and now coaching the next generation, James shares what it really means to rebuild, adapt and keep moving forward.

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Mary Earps joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about life at PSG, leaving her comfort zone, the rise of women’s football, and why she is determined to make goalkeeping cool.

The England goalkeeper reflects on the defining moments that changed her career, from being dropped by England in 2019 to winning Euro 2022, the World Cup Golden Glove and BBC Sports Personality of the Year.

She also talks about social media, role modelling, the responsibility of visibility, her future beyond PSG, and why young girls need proper access to goalkeeping.

Mary discusses the courage it took to move to PSG, not because she had to, but because she felt she needed to keep growing. She talks openly about Manchester United feeling like home, the uncertainty of short contracts in women’s football, and the emotional complexity of deciding what comes next.

A major theme is visibility. Mary explains how Euro 2022, the World Cup and Sports Personality of the Year changed the conversation around women’s football, but also around goalkeeping specifically. Her mission now is to make the position feel respected, desirable and accessible for young girls.

She also speaks honestly about the pressure of being seen as a role model, the dangers of social media, and the importance of showing up authentically rather than presenting only the polished version of success.

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This episode of Performance People explores the science behind movement, recovery, and why small, consistent changes can completely alter how your body functions.

Dr Cuan Wayne Coetzee is a chiropractor and movement expert focused on helping people overcome chronic pain through movement, neuroscience, and behavioural change. His work centres on neural re-education (NRE) using simple, novel movement patterns to retrain the brain and restore function. He is also the author of, Why Movement is Medicine.

Dr Cuan Wayne Coetzee breaks down:

* Why movement is medicine

* How novelty rewires the brain in chronic pain

* The truth about posture (and why “perfect” posture doesn’t exist)

* Why recovery is the most overlooked performance lever

* How to build simple daily habits that actually stick

TAKEAWAYS

* There is no single “bad posture”, only positions you can’t move out of

* Chronic pain is often a brain problem as much as a body problem

* Small, consistent inputs beat extreme interventions

* Recovery isn’t passive - it’s a system you have to build

* Most people don’t need more information, they need simpler habits

The Performance People podcast, in partnership with J.P. Morgan Private Bank, talks to high-performers in the world of sport and beyond, to bring defining moments, hard-earned insights and expert advice to everyday performance. New episodes every Tuesday.

00:00 Creating novelty to change the brain

00:23 Welcome to Performance People with Dr Kieran Kutzer

01:11 The story behind Why Movement Is Medicine

03:01 Is sitting really the new smoking?

04:34 Movement snacks and breaking up desk posture

06:18 Neuroplasticity, chronic pain and neural re-education

07:50 Surgery vs movement: when each has its place

10:01 Why recovery matters as much as training

14:46 The MoveMed Eight: key movement patterns for spinal health

20:49 Stress, breathwork, zone 2 training and the LENDS recovery model

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#SpinalHealth

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Emily Frazer is the CEO of Matchroom Multi-Sport, and trying to do with 9 ball pool what her bosses did with darts and snooker. In a candid conversation with Georgie, Emily shares what she has learned from working alongside Barry and Eddie Hearn, how Matchroom’s Netflix series changed perceptions of the business and why character, storytelling and relentless standards matter if you want to build a sport that cuts through.

She also tells brilliant behind-the-scenes stories about both Hearns. Emily describes Barry Hearn as a father figure, a motivator and a huge presence inside Matchroom, while also explaining the belief he showed in her as she took on major responsibility at a young age. She reflects too on Eddie Hearn’s passion, composure and ability to handle pressure, including the moment he tuned in and saw the scale fandom that Matchroom had unlocked in Vietnam.

There is also a standout Judd Trump tale, as Emily recalls convincing the snooker star to play in one of Matchroom’s pool events after he joked that the sport would be easy. After getting a sharp lesson from a pool pro, Trump found himself snookered, exactly the kind of moment Emily believes helps change perceptions of the sport.

The episode also covers:

* how Emily has built Matchroom Multi-Sport from the “ugly sister” of the business into a serious growth area

* why Barry Hearn’s advice and backing have been so important

* what Eddie Hearn has taught her about passion and leadership

* how Netflix opened doors commercially

* why Judd Trump’s appearance mattered

* the challenge of creating stars in modern sport

* the long-term ambition for nine-ball pool and Matchroom Multi-Sport

This is all about compelling sport, leadership, ambition, underdog energy and building something people once overlooked into something impossible to ignore.

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