Episode 1 in our series with Dr. Jim Taylor, where we discuss why mental training is essential for success in triathlon and life.

Dr. Jim Taylor is an internationally recognized authority on the psychology of endurance sports. Jim has been a consultant to USA Triathlon and several professional cycling teams and works with youth, age-group, and world-class endurance athletes in cycling, running, triathlon, swimming, and Nordic skiing.

Dr. Taylor is the author of 18 books, including Train Your Mind for Athletic Success.  He has appeared on Global Triathlon Network (GTN) and Global Cycling Network (GCN) and has contributed to Outside Magazine, Triathlete, and other publications.  To learn more, visit drjimtaylor.com and his blog, Inside the Tri-Mind blog.