In this episode of The Mind Game, I’m joined by ultramarathon coach Giles Penfold, who’s redefining what it takes to go the distance. We dive into how athletes can perform better by training smarter — not harder — and why your beliefs, mindset, and self-talk are often the real finish line.

Giles shares how he went from injury and burnout to building a coaching method focused on strength, recovery, and mental resilience. We talk about managing fear, breaking through self-doubt, and why 95% of people are more capable than they think.

Whether you’ve just completed your first 5k or dream of tackling an ultra, this conversation will show you how to push past limits, manage the “dark miles,” and rediscover the joy of movement.

🎧 Tune in to learn how to master the mental game — one step at a time.

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In this episode of The Mind Game, I speak with Dr. Jess Piasecki, Olympian marathon runner and Associate Professor of Female Physiology. Jess takes us through her incredible journey from playing hockey as a child to representing Team GB at the Tokyo Olympics, and balancing elite sport with an academic career.

We dive into her mental strategies for coping with the pressures of elite competition, how she finds joy in sport even after retiring from professional running, and the lessons she’s learned about resilience, preparation, and staying true to your values. Jess also shares insights from her work in the Female Athlete Development Program at Nottingham Trent University, helping the next generation of athletes thrive both mentally and physically.

Whether you’re an athlete, a professional looking to improve focus and resilience, or someone navigating high-pressure environments, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you master your mind and your game.

If you’re looking for 1:1 support to build confidence, manage anxiety, or enhance your performance—whether in sport or life—get in touch with me for a personalised session and start your journey to feeling calmer, more focused, and more like yourself.

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In this inspiring episode of The Mind Game, I sit down with endurance coach and elite ultra-runner Tim Pigott, just days before he takes on the legendary Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB). Tim’s story is extraordinary: 25 years ago, he was told he would never walk again after a devastating car crash left him with multiple fractures and a 10% chance of survival. Against all odds, Tim not only relearned how to walk but went on to complete Ironmans, break course records in ultramarathons, and become a sponsored Scarpa athlete.

We talk about resilience, mindset, and the mental strategies that carried him from a hospital bed to some of the toughest races in the world. Tim shares his techniques for staying focused under pressure—like chunking, reframing setbacks, and visualising success—and offers practical advice for anyone facing injury, setbacks, or self-doubt.

If you’ve ever wondered how far the human mind and body can be pushed, this conversation will leave you rethinking what’s possible.

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