The Hard Way w/ Joe De Sena

By: Joe De Sena
  • Summary

  • Your partner in resilience training for mind and body. The official podcast of SPARTAN hosted by Joe De sena, founder and CEO of Spartan and NY Times best-selling author, and his team. Joe and his team travel the world chasing down the secrets to success in all aspects of life interviewing successful athletes, authors, entrepreneurs, professors, monks, moms and adventurers.
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Episodes
  • 5-Hour Daily Workouts: Inside the World of Elite Swimmers with Steve Hasty
    Sep 17 2024

    In this episode, Steve Hasty, a swimming expert, joins Joe De Sena to give us a behind-the-scenes look at the world of competitive swimming. As a former elite swimmer and the owner of Swimming World Magazine, Steve really knows his stuff when it comes to this sport.

    Steve explains the intense training regimen of elite swimmers, noting that even high school swimmers can train up to 5 hours per day.

    They discuss the mental toughness and resilience required to maintain such a grueling schedule and achieve success. Drawing from his own experiences growing up with a tough swim coach, Steve offers some great advice on developing a consistent routine and mindset to overcome obstacles, whether in swimming or in life

    Highlights:
    00:00 Intro
    00:43 Demanding routine of high school swimmers
    02:33 Mental resilience of swimmers
    03:30 How big is the swimming community?
    05:02 A narrow path to the top
    06:29 The importance of body type
    07:00 Michael Phelps’s and his success
    09:08 Lessons learned through swimming
    12:05 The power of routine and discipline
    15:00 The Swimming World app

    IG: @swimmingworldmag
    Youtube: /SwimmingWorldSPI
    LinkedIn: /company/swimming-world
    Website: www.swimmingworldmagazine.com

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    16 mins
  • "Extreme Balance": Master the Art of High-Performance with Ben Askren
    Sep 12 2024

    In this episode, Joe de Sena and wrestling champion Ben Askren dive into their co-authored book on "Extreme Balance," a concept emphasizing that true excellence comes from balancing hard work, mental skills, and self-care.

    Ben opens up about his personal journey, detailing how he shifted from relentless grinding to focusing on strategic thinking and body awareness. He highlights how balancing physical and mental aspects was key to unlocking his full potential.

    The discussion includes practical strategies for managing performance anxiety, recognizing when to push through pain versus when to rest, and finding the optimal balance between rigorous training and high-pressure performance.

    They also examine the lives of successful individuals who achieved remarkable success but struggled with personal balance, concluding that sustainable excellence demands a holistic approach.

    This episode provides valuable insights for elite performers aiming to elevate their game by mastering the principles of "Extreme Balance."

    Highlights:

    00:00 Intro
    00:49 The journey to balance through wrestling
    08:24 How to manage performance anxiety
    11:54 Balancing hard work and rest
    15:30 The role of balance in elite performance
    20:45 Extreme success and balance – Spartans, Musk, Jobs
    23:44 The importance of family time
    26:26 How to find the book and final thoughts

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    https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Balance-Paradoxical-Principles-Champion/dp/1642011770

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    28 mins
  • Unstoppable Strategies for Success with Marco Robinson
    Sep 10 2024

    In this episode, we follow the remarkable journey of Marco Robinson - a man who overcame a challenging upbringing marked by poverty, abuse, and adversity to become a highly successful entrepreneur and philanthropist.

    From his humble beginnings as a homeless, bullied youth to his meteoric rise in the world of sales and business, Marco's story is a testament to the power of resilience, self-belief, and the unwavering pursuit of one's dreams.

    Through his candid recollections, we learn how Marco's pivotal moment of self-belief transformed his life, leading him to unprecedented sales success and the creation of thriving enterprises. His willingness to confront personal tragedies and emotional barriers further inspires, showcasing the transformative power of facing one's fears and embracing vulnerability.

    Prepare to be captivated and empowered by Marco's extraordinary story of triumph over adversity.

    Timestamp:
    00:00 Intro
    00:44 Marco’s background and childhood
    04:02 Transition to sales and his first success
    06:42 The importance of believing in yourself
    07:53 Career highs and lows in Malaysia
    10:10 Marriage problems, writing a book, and the first million
    12:47 Flipping properties in the US and TV show
    16:01 Resolving a childhood trauma
    17:26 Advice to people who are stuck in life
    18:23 Struggles make you stronger
    19:21 Three things to do for success
    20:57 Final thoughts

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    23 mins

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