The Medal-Winners' Mentality

This collection of interviews with inspiring athletes, coaches and scientists shines some light on how they use their brains to maximize the performance of their bodies.

This collection of interviews with inspiring athletes, coaches and scientists shines so... more

Curated byAdrian Sherling, Hark Editor

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Ben Lyttleton: The Psychology of a Penalty Shoot-Out

Journalist Ben Lyttleton has studied penalty kicks more than anyone else on Earth. Talking during Euro 2020, he explained how penalty shoot-outs are all won in the mind.

Ben Lyttleton: The Psychology of a Penalty Shoot-Out

755 Is Real: A show about the Atlanta Braves

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Michael Phelps: I Treated My Body Like a Ferrari

How did Michael Phelps train so hard for so long without suffering fatigue. On The Tim Ferriss Show, he revealed an incredible work ethic and attention to detail which shows how he became the best.

Michael Phelps: I Treated My Body Like a Ferrari

The Tim Ferriss Show

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A Simple Tool to Ensure Athletes Give 100% in Training

British athlete Derek Redmond was injured with the Olympics approaching and he was struggling with training. But a short chat with a sports psychologist changed that.

A Simple Tool to Ensure Athletes Give 100% in Training

Man Marking

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James Kerr: The Importance of Humility Among Elite Athletes

When you become a superstar, it would be easy to let that go to your head. Psychologist James Kerr revealed one simple rule which kept the all-conquering New Zealand rugby team grounded. From Coach Your Brains Out.

James Kerr: The Importance of Humility Among Elite Athletes

Coach Your Brains Out, by Gold Medal Squared

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Ben Askren: I Will Outwork Every Single Person In My Sport

Ben Askren was never the best wrestler, but he had the desire to work harder than anyone else. The Olympian told the Spartan Up podcast about how he developed a growth mindset.

Ben Askren: I Will Outwork Every Single Person In My Sport

Spartan Up! - A Spartan Race for the Mind!

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Dr Jonathan Katz: Hurting For the Win

To be the very best, sports people need to push themselves into discomfort. That’s the message of psychologist Dr Jonathan Katz, who has worked with some of the world’s top tennis players. He explained what he means on Beyond The Baseline.

Beyond The Baseline: SI's Tennis Podcast with Jon Wertheim

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Phil Costa: Preparing for Life After Sport

An athlete’s career is short, so what can they do afterwards? Former NFL player Phil Costa has become an expert in how to help athletes transition to a new life after sport and he gave his top tips to the Way of Champions Podcast.

Phil Costa: Preparing for Life After Sport

Way of Champions Podcast

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The Medal-Winners' Mentality

Ben Lyttleton: The Psychology of a Penalty Shoot-Out

755 Is Real: A show about the Atlanta Braves

Michael Phelps: I Treated My Body Like a Ferrari

The Tim Ferriss Show

A Simple Tool to Ensure Athletes Give 100% in Training

Man Marking

James Kerr: The Importance of Humility Among Elite Athletes

Coach Your Brains Out, by Gold Medal Squared

Ben Askren: I Will Outwork Every Single Person In My Sport

Spartan Up! - A Spartan Race for the Mind!

Dr Jonathan Katz: Hurting For the Win

Beyond The Baseline: SI's Tennis Podcast with Jon Wertheim

Phil Costa: Preparing for Life After Sport

Way of Champions Podcast

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