The Mindset Athlete Podcast

Hector is a internationally-known motivational speaker and triathlete who lost both arms in an electrical accident 29 years ago. A husband, father of 4, and grandfather. Finisher of over 230 triathlons since 2009 that include 6 Ironman distances and the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii You can learn more about Hector via his video: here and connect with him on Facebook

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A 13 year military career as an Aircraft Avionics Technician serving on Rotary and fixed wing Aircraft around the world. 3 Tours of Afghanistan ins support of the Chinook fleet operations. Introduced into Bobsleigh through the military in 2013. Competed at Inter-Service level for the past 4 years. Loaned to support the NZL bobsleigh team as a brakeman 2019/2020 season. GB debut as a Pilot 2020/2021 season. Looking to establish himself as one of the upcoming GB development pilots and work towards the 2026 Olympic games. You can connect with him on Instagram and Twitter.

For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Charlotte De Curtis helps busy women to raise a middle finger to diet misery whilst creating a body they love, on their own terms 🔥

Charlotte has been featured in Bella, LAD Bible, Channel 4, the Metro and the BBC.

In the episode we spoke about:

- Her life as a dancer before becoming a coach

- Love Island

amongst many other things

You can learn more about Charlotte via her website charlottedecurtis.com and connect with her on Instagram

For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Tyler is a father, Online Coach, Personal Trainer and Wheelchair Basketball athlete. Being born with a disability, his early years were spent doubting himself, having low confidence and always wondering what others thought of him. But through fitness, his health, confidence and self esteem grew. He now want to improve the lives of others who feel similar to how he felt.

He work with everyday men & women to redefine their 'possible' and help them overcome self-perceived barriers and limitations, ultimately leading them to lead happier and healthier lives. His passion is to inspire as many people as possible to live a healthier lifestyle & achieve whatever they set their mind too. Breaking down limiting self beliefs and low confidence, helping them change their body and feel their best inside and out!

You can learn more about Tyler via his website tylersaunders.co.uk/ and connect with him on Instagram

For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Natalie Allport is a former national team snowboarder, speaker, multi-sport athlete, and lifelong entrepreneur. She hosts the ALL IN with Natalie Allport podcast and is a passionate advocate for athlete mental health. She also runs a digital marketing agency, 93 Agency, with over a decade of experience in social media, sports marketing and personal branding.

In the episode we discussed:

- How Natalie become a snowboarder

- How she used social media to market herself in snowboarding

- How inventive have you had to become to stand out?

- What motivated her?

- Mindset vs Mental health

Amongst many others

You can learn more about Natalie via her website Natalieallport.com and connect with her on Instagram

For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Mark Smith served with 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards with tours of Bosnia, Iraq, Afghanistan. He has shared a bodybuilding stage with Phil Heath.

Amongst his many achievements, he is 2 x Britain's Strongest Disabled Man, 2 x Arnold Disabled Strongman Classic winner, England's Strongest Disabled Man and holds the World record for pulling 2 trucks at once.

He is now currently an Amputee footballer for Peterborough United and formerly at the time of recording with West Bromwich Albion .

But not forgetting he is also the author of his book: Strength of Mind.

in the episode we discussed:

- His journey from active service to bodybuilding onto strongman and finally his transition into amputee football

- The ups and downs as well as the twists of those transitions

amongst many others...

You can connect with him on Instagram and Facebook.

For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Dr Lizzy Deery is a lecturer in Clinical Exercise Physiology with a particular interest in lifestyle related diseases. Lizzy holds a PhD in Occupational Sedentary Behaviour and Health, and other areas of research include the prevention, treatment, and management of chronic illness with physical activity and nutrition.

Lizzy is a member of BASES, the BACPR and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).

In her spare time, Lizzy takes part in Triathlon in a bid to limit her own sedentary time!

In the episode we discussed:

- Why did she want to focus on sedentary behaviour?

- How much of effect has the COVID pandemic had on people's sedentary behaviour?

- WHO and low intensity exercise

- What would be your coping strategies to overcome COVID and sedentary behaviour?

amongst many others

You can connect with her on Instagram and Twitter.

For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Marvin Ambrosius is a Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor, TV presenter, Vlogger, Podcast host, Entrepreneur, CEO and co-founder for Fitfreaks TV.

But, he wasn't always the healthiest guy, like so many other people out there he's struggled with his weight in the past. It's an interesting story so if you want to know more about how and why he changed his entire life he'll share the story with you "Everything Is Possible You Just Have To Work Hard To Achieve It" You can learn more about Marvin via his website marvinambrosius.com and connect with him on Instagram and check out his Podcast on Youtube. As a thank for listen to this episode Marvin has generously given us a free gift of his E- Book

For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Arianna started her career in the USA, playing for university teams, UCLA Bruins, where she was a part of the #1 recruiting class in the nation and then Boston College, where she was female student athlete of the year. In 2008, she moved to Europe, to pursue her dream of becoming a professional player. At the time there was no professional league in the US and Europe was her only option. Her first stop was Sweden, where she played for Danmarks IF, and then off to the land of pizza and pasta, Italy where she played from 2009 to 2014 at Torres Calcio Femminile on the island of Sardinia, where she we won three domestic titles, a Coppa Italia and three Italian Supercups while also playing numerous games in the UEFA Women's Champions League. And getting her first caps with the Italian National Team. During the summer of 2014, she decided she wanted a new challenge and made a quick pit stop in the Netherlands where she joined reigning Dutch Champions, FC Twente before - in January 2015 - making her first foray into French football with AS Saint-Étienne, where she stayed until May 2016. In St Etienne she had the worse thing happen in the best possible place, a season ending injury, which doctors thought would be career ending having torn her ACL, MCL, PCL and both meniscus all at the same time. But after 18 months of intense rehab and a lot of determination she returned triumphantly to the field and returned to Sweden for a second time with Kungsbacka IF before taking on the challenge at another French club, US Saint-Malo in 2017. She currently plays for PARIS SAINT GERMAIN in the French league while also holding a position in the business side leading the women's sponsoring initiative. In 2018 she decided to pursue a promise to her mother of returning to school and getting a masters. She completed a master in Football Business in Switzerland. Which allowed her to become the only player in PSG history to have two contracts with the club one as a player on the women's pro team and a second in the marketing department as Women's Sponsorship Manager. She is one of the only players, if not the only player in Europe to have two contracts within a major club.

In the episode, we spoke about:

- What was it like mentally dealing with 5 injuries all at once?

- Where do you get your mindset from?

- What drew you to the game?

- Why did you pick to play for Italy?

- How challenging is it for a woman's team to step out of the men's team shadow?

amongst many others

You can learn more about Arianna and connect with her on Instagram.

For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Mitch has been a Master Personal Trainer since 2009 and has worked with hundreds of people in that time. He hold certifications from the National Federation of Personal Trainers (NFPT), the American Council on Exercise (ACE), the Functional Aging Institute (FAI), the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM - Weight Loss Specialist), Functional Movement Systems (FMS), the National Sports Performance Association (NSPA - Program Design Specialist), EXOS Fitness Specialist and Precision Nutrition as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. He also hold a Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and eCornell. In addition, he has competed in the Senior Olympics in various track and field events and enjoy weight lifting when the gyms are open. His goal is to positively impact the lives of the people that I work with by helping them become the healthiest, happiest, best version of themselves. "I specialize in helping people between the ages of 40-60 look and feel younger by helping them lose weight, get toned, stronger and just feel healthier and happier about themselves." In the episode, we spoke about:

- What is the difference between plant base, vegan and vegetarian?

- How was your individual journey going from being a meat eater to whole food plant base?

- What would you say to the sceptics who say: "Why do you want eat something that looks like meat but isn't meat?"

- Food deserts

and many more... You can learn more about Mitch via his website mitchkahnfitness.com and connect with them on Instagram.

For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram