{"podcast":{"title":"The Peak Performance Podcast by Brad Young","slug":"the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669","podcast_index_feed_id":7330669,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-peak-performance/","website_url":"https://www.bradyoungchange.com/thepeakperformancepodcastbybradyoung","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/8ce89ed3-4594-4595-9437-6b63ec0b2d4e/dd5e782850c41e41b429658a0f5f84b076205f4d0ae3dcc2ef2078e3b22abb9.jpeg","author":"Brad Young","episode_count":103,"summary":"Welcome to the Peak Performance Podcast—your guide to unlocking your potential and thriving in every area of life. Hosted by Brad Young, Ph.D., bestselling author and trusted voice in health, fitness, and personal growth, this show delivers practical, evidence-based strategies to help you become your best self. Ranked in the top 10% of podcasts globally—and previously in the top 10 health and fitness podcasts—this show continues to grow, evolve, and raise the bar. Brad goes beyond theory, breaking down the training, mindset, and nutrition of elite athletes and high performers, then testing these strategies in real life. From running and fitness to mental resilience and modern health technology, he shares what actually works so you can apply it immediately. Each episode is packed with actionable tools to improve your mental, physical, and emotional well-being—whether you're optimizing performance, building better habits, or overcoming challenges. This isn’t just information—it’s transformation. Subscribe and start your journey to peak performance today. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical conditions.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 79: Training Like an Elite Athlete","slug":"episode-79-training-like-an-elite-athlete","published_at":"2025-12-30T12:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669/episode-79-training-like-an-elite-athlete","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669","url":"https://art19.com/shows/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young/episodes/7491e204-05f6-414d-bde5-e5c91d69080b","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7356d5bb-cdd6-4e50-b0bc-1ca3f8f64c0f.mp3","summary":"The Elite Athlete Mindset What separates elite athletes from the rest isn't just physical talent—it's a fundamentally different way of thinking. Elite athletes possess an unwavering belief in their ability to improve, a concept psychologists call a growth mindset. They view challenges not as obstacles but as opportunities to refine their craft. When they fail, they don't see it as a reflection of their worth; they see it as data, feedback that tells them where to focus next. This mindset is cultivated through years of deliberate practice and self-reflection. Elite athletes understand that talent is just the starting point. What matters more is the daily commitment to getting one percent better, the discipline to show up even when motivation wanes, and the courage to push beyond comfort zones repeatedly. They've learned to embrace discomfort as a signal of growth rather than a reason to retreat. The good news? This mindset isn't reserved for those born with exceptional genetics. It's a skill you can develop through intentional practice. Start by reframing how you talk to yourself about challenges. Instead of I can't do this, try I can't do this yet. That single word—yet—opens up a world of possibility and positions you on the path of continuous improvement that defines elite performance.","meta_description":"The Elite Athlete Mindset What separates elite athletes from the rest isn't just physical talent—it's a fundamentally different way of thinking. Elite ath…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3137,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669/episodes/episode-79-training-like-an-elite-athlete/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669/episode-79-training-like-an-elite-athlete.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}