In this episode Jonny and Sparks look at the sports science theory of supercompensation. This theory shows how the physical body – through rest and recovery – can adapt positively to stress induced by training sessions. This conversation explores how “supercompensation” (first put forth by Russian scientist Nikolai N. Yakovlev in 1949–1959) might provide an interesting model for how we relate to our mental and emotional challenges too. The episode offers new understandings for stress and resilience that may help us unlock more of who we are and what is possible in life. We hope you enjoy the chat! Any questions please send through to iampodcastquestions@gmail.com

Professor John Amaechi is a respected psychologist and transformational leadership expert who focuses his work upon behavioural change and creating honest, authentic and thriving cultures all in alignment with sustainable growth, high performance and well-being. He also previously played a full basketball career in the world’s most competitive league the American NBA. In this episode with Jonny and Sparks he brings all of this together beautifully to form and share immensely powerful insights upon human potential, coaching, team spirit and performance. This 70 minute conversation is packed full of unique perspectives and brilliant opportunities for anyone listening. Please enjoy. Professor Amaechi OBE is the founder of APS Intelligence and has written the book “The Promises of Giants.”

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Jonny and Sparks respond to some questions sent in by listeners that focus upon the topic of resilience. How do we come back after our confidence gets knocked? How do we reinvent ourselves after heartbreak and disappointment especially when it keeps coming at us? This episode aims to offer alternative and more inspiring perspectives upon what is possible for us all as human beings. We discuss what would life be like if we were truly and absolutely committed to growth and to revealing our potential over and above everything else. What would happen to our relationship with challenge and with the unknown, with fear and frustration? What might this look like for our performance, for our connection to others and our fulfilment. As ever, thank you for listening, supporting and being open to exploring. Any questions you have for us to look into please send to iampodcastquestions@gmail.com – we’ll get right into them!