Welcome to the first episode of Top of Your Game! In this episode, our host Michael touches on moments that have affected him growing up, and lessons he has learned through adversity. From getting the diagnosis of having a hunchback, growing as an athlete despite back pain, and pivoting after having back surgery, Michael shares how doing the work himself has led to achieving new levels of joy, peace, and perseverance. Tune in to hear more about how Michael has gone from back problems since childhood, to running a 100-mile Ultra Marathon, and just as powerfully - how he has transformed his mindset.

01:00 The most transformational year of my life.

02:00 Who are “high performers”?

04:30 What you can expect in this podcast!

06:40 How my first experiences shaped me.

14:30 What was it like hearing from a Dr. that I have a hunchback? 

16:00 Challenges I faced as a teenager growing up.

20:00 How I built up armor to protect myself.

22:00 Lessons I gained through sports.

25:00 How ending baseball, losing my identity, and having back surgery led to being a strength and conditioning coach.

28:00 What holds athletes back?

31:40 How I did the work myself and realized how it can help athletes.

34:00 How men can do the work and find their true power.

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