"excellence, actually" is a podcast from The Growth Equation, hosted by Steve Magness, Brad Stulberg, and Clay Skipper. Drawing on their years of working and corresponding with Olympians, coaches, executives, world-class physicians, and other elite-level achievers in their coaching practice and professional careers, they give you the mental and physical tools, practices, habits, and frameworks used by the best in the world in the pursuit of excellence. Each episode will give you concrete ideas and tips to use in your life immediately to help you become more meaningfully engaged in the pursuits that support your goals and your values. This is not the performative nonsense that is peddled online by grifters and influencers, but the evidence-based systems that work for the best in the world. This is excellence, actually. (This podcast used to appear under the name FAREWELL .) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This podcast episode delves into the profound crisis of meaningless work in America, examining the stark disconnect between individuals' expectations for fulfillment in their careers and the stark reality many face; it discusses potential solutions ranging from seeking deeper meaning in work and beyond to recognizing t...
This podcast episode thoroughly investigates the concept of the "second wind," uncovering the intricate interplay between physical and psychological factors that contribute to this phenomenon. The discussion traverses scientific theories on energy dynamics, the brain's predictive role in fatigue management, and the soc...
This podcast episode explores the relationship between performance and character in sports, questioning whether being a good athlete requires being a bad person. The discussion highlights the conflicts between vices and positive values, acknowledging that traits like excessive pride and selfishness may provide performa...
This podcast episode explores various topics related to health, wellness, and performance. The guest, Adam Bornstein, shares his personal journey in the health and wellness industry, his experiences with overcoming adversity and injuries, and his insights on diets, mindset shifts, and goal-setting. The conversation hig...
This podcast episode delves into various topics related to health, aging, and the pursuit of longevity. The hosts share personal anecdotes, discuss the complexities of youth sports, examine the growing cultural obsession with longevity, explore the concept of the "marginal decade," discuss the potential harms of over-t...
This podcast episode explores the book "Four Thousand Weeks" by Oliver Burkeman and challenges common time management strategies. It emphasizes the importance of accepting our limited time and focusing on what truly matters. The episode discusses the evolution of personal productivity, the illusion of reaching the bott...
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