In this episode, ultra-distance train runner and Nike sponsored athlete, Addie Bracy, and I, discuss:

- Working through discomfort

- Self-awareness

- Developing mental strength

- Seeking out adaptation

- Keeping things fun

This information/podcast is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical or psychological conditions.

In this solo episode, I discuss my personal experiences with pre-performance anxiety and detail the steps I went through in order to improve my performance with public speaking.

Topics discussed include:

- Growth mindset

- Cognitive Reframing

- Preparation

- Breathing

- Connection

- Identity

- Focus

In this episode, Mental Performance Coach, Stephanie Hale, and I, discuss;

- Understanding Self-Compassion

- The role of mental skills in youth sport

- Resilience

In this episode, Ceci Clark, Mental Performance Coach for the Cleveland Indians Major League Baseball Team, and I discuss;

- Fear and how to use it to your advantage

- The importance of self-exploration for building confidence

- Doing the basics and being consistent

- Working through obstacles

In this episode, health and fitness coach, Tom Eastham, and I discuss:

- Shifting identities after sport

- Dealing with sporting injuries

- The power of gratitude

- The benefits of creating connection and community for mental health

- Persistence through struggles

In this episode, professional MMA fighter George Tokkos and I discuss:

- Consistency and accountability

- The relationship between philosophy and fighting

- Testing your commitment

- Investing in your mind

- Exposing yourself to high-performance environments

In this episode, Performance Nutritionist, Matt Gardner (Mattgardnernutrition.com, @mattgardnernutrition) and I discuss:

- The role of nutrition in improving cognitive performance

- Fats vs Carbs

- Inflammatory foods and links with cognitive conditions

- Easy wins for fueling your brain!

Research links:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30223263

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28242200

http://www.isnpr.org/isnpr2019/

From Matt:

"For some simple foody tips my mate Joe has a company called Motion Nutrition and their blog is mega:"

https://www.motionnutrition.com/brain-food-12-foods-optimal-brain-health/

Matts details:

https://soundcloud.com/user-188029167 - Big Feed Up HQ podcast

@mattgardnernutrition Instagram

Mattgardnernutrition.com

In this episode, Jones Haynes, Master Resilience Trainer for the US Military, and I discuss:

- Redefining success

- Dealing with uncertainty

- Effective communication

- Taking ownership

And much more!

If you have follow-up questions for Jon, you can find him on Instagram @jhaynes5 and Twitter @J_Haynes5

Or via email at [email protected]

In this episode, guest Wes Christensen and I answer questions related to the topics of resilience, motivation and subsequent goal attainment.