Welcome to the MindSets Podcast, your new favourite sports and fitness podcast hosted by Angus and Charles! We keep you up to date with the latest sports new, controversial hot takes from our listeners and expert advice that will absolutely help you with your own sports performance! Oh AND we have a laugh the entire time even before we round each episode off with an interactive game. If you loved watch A Question of Sport or A League of Their Own, you'll love this!
Welcome back to The MindSets Podcast! This week we're joined once again by The Diet Starts Monday Podcast and Roscoe Carter-Johnson for another sports-filled collaboration, breaking down what might just be the craziest summer in sporting history. We kick things off with another packed edition of 2 Minute Sports News ... although, as always, it ends up being a little longer! This week we cover some of the biggest sporting stories from around the world, including: 🏃 Josh Kerr's attempt to break the legendary four-minute mile world record , and what his performance means heading into the championship season. 🚴 The latest from the Tour de France , with Tadej Pogačar continuing to cement his place among cycling's all-time greats. 🎾 The biggest talking points from Wimbledon , including the standout performances from this year's Championships. ⚽ The latest developments from the FIFA World Cup , with the tournament beginning to take shape. 🏊 Matt Hauser and Cassandre Beaugrand claiming victory at the London T100 Triathlon , showcasing why they're among the very best endurance athletes in the world. ⛳ Ryan Fox's brilliant victory at The Open Championship , becoming the first New Zealander to lift the Claret Jug since Sir Bob Charles. 🥇 The Commonwealth Games , including Jake Whitehouse's historic medal , becoming the first English gymnast to win a medal in his event at the Games. 🏎️ Formula 1, where Kimi Antonelli continues his incredible rookie season with another Grand Prix victory, while Lando Norris returns to the top step to reignite the championship fight. 🏏 Cricket, as Joe Root emerges as a leading candidate to become England's next Test captain following another remarkable run of form. Along the way we discuss the wider stories behind the headlines, debate the biggest performances of the summer, and ask whether we've ever witnessed such an incredible period across so many different sports at the same time. Whether you're a fan of endurance sport, Formula 1, football, tennis, golf, cricket or simply love keeping up with the biggest stories in world sport, there's something in this episode for everyone. 🎙️ Hosted by Angus Cook & Roscoe Carter-Johnson 🎧 Listen Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast 📸 Follow MindSets: MindSets Podcast https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast/ Angus Cook https://www.instagram.com/anguscook/ The Diet Starts Monday Podcast https://www.instagram.com/dietstartsmonday_podcast/ Roscoe Carter-Johnson https://www.instagram.com/roscoe_carter/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast 📩 Business Enquiries mindsetspod@gmail.com 🤝 Official Partners Hystyle Clothing https://www.hystyleclo.com Use code MINDSET15 for 15% OFF #MindSetsPodcast #SportsPodcast #JoshKerr #TourDeFrance #TadejPogacar #Wimbledon #FIFAWorldCup #LondonT100 #MattHauser #CassandreBeaugrand #TheOpen #RyanFox #CommonwealthGames #Gymnastics #Formula1 #KimiAntonelli #LandoNorris #JoeRoot #Cricket #EnduranceSports #Triathlon #Cycling #Football #Tennis #Golf
Welcome back to The MindSets Podcast! This week we're taking a deep dive into one of the greatest cyclists of the modern era: Tadej Pogačar We kick things off by introducing the Slovenian superstar, breaking down who he is, why he's dominating professional cycling, and why so many people are already comparing him to the greatest riders in history. Next up is another quick-fire 2 Minute Sports News . We're once again covering the biggest stories from around the sporting world this week. From major headlines to standout performances, it's everything you need to get up to speed before diving back into the main episode. Returning to Tadej Pogačar, we discuss his incredible recent performances before exploring one of the biggest questions in endurance sport: how does the world's best cyclist actually train? Using confirmed insights from members of UAE Team Emirates-XRG and trusted industry sources, we break down: The foundations of Pogačar's off-season training. His aerobic base and Zone 2 philosophy. How his training evolves as he approaches the Tour de France. The specific sessions and principles used during his Tour preparation. What endurance athletes from every sport can learn from the way he trains. We separate fact from fiction, diving into the latest research and insider information to build the clearest picture yet of the training behind one of cycling's most dominant athletes. Grinds My Gears returns! This week's edition keeps the cycling theme alive as Angus shares why he might just be the biggest cycling noob in the UK, leading to plenty of laughs, debate and questionable decision-making. To finish the episode, it's time for another brand new game. This week, Angus and Charles put their cycling knowledge to the test in a Tour de France quiz , guessing everything from bike weights and nutrition to Tour records and incredible facts from the world's biggest bike race. Whether you're a cycling fanatic, an endurance athlete, or simply fascinated by what it takes to become the very best in the world, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 🎙️ Hosted by Angus Cook & Charles Ingell 🎧 Listen Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast 📸 Follow MindSets: MindSets Podcast https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast/ Angus Cook https://www.instagram.com/anguscook/ Charles Ingell https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast 📩 Business Enquiries mindsetspod@gmail.com 🤝 Official Partners Hystyle Clothing https://www.hystyleclo.com Use code MINDSET15 for 15% OFF #MindSetsPodcast #TadejPogacar #TourDeFrance #Cycling #RoadCycling #EnduranceTraining #SportsScience #Zone2 #UAETeamEmirates #Training #VO2Max #SportsPodcast #YellowJersey #CyclingTraining #Podcast
Welcome back to The MindSets Podcast! In this episode we cover: We kick things off with another quick-fire 2 Minute Sports News , covering the biggest stories from around the sporting world this week. From major headlines to standout performances, it's everything you need to get up to speed before diving into the main episode. This week's main discussion focuses on Eivind and Jon Amund Vold —two of Norway's most accomplished marathon kayakers. Following their recent appearance on the Untapped Podcast, we take a much deeper look into their careers, achievements and, most importantly, how they actually train. We explore: Their biggest international achievements. Their remarkable journeys back to elite sport after cancer. The incredible combination of endurance and strength they've developed. Norwegian endurance culture and training philosophy. What marathon kayaking really involves (and why it's far tougher than most people realise). The lessons other athletes can learn from the way they train. Along the way, we also fill in some of the gaps left untouched elsewhere, adding our own research and insights into what makes the Vold brothers such fascinating athletes. Grinds My Gears returns! This week both Angus and Charles have their own stories to share, leading to plenty of debate, laughs and a few frustrations along the way. To finish the episode, it's another brand new game. Angus and Charles each secretly choose an athlete, and the other has just 10 yes-or-no questions to work out who it is. Can you beat us to it? Whether you're interested in elite endurance training, Norwegian sporting culture, inspiring comeback stories or simply enjoy hearing two mates discuss the biggest topics in sport, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 🎙️ Hosted by Angus Cook & Charles Ingell 🎧 Listen Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast 📸 Follow MindSets: MindSets Podcast https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus Cook https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles Ingell https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life _ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast 📩 Business Enquiries mindsetspod@gmail.com 🤝 Official Partners Hystyle Clothing https://www.hystyleclo.com Use code MINDSET15 for 15% OFF Hysoxs PodiumChasr Chapters 00:00 – Intro 02:XX – 2 Minute Sports News XX:XX – The Vold Brothers XX:XX – Grinds My Gears XX:XX – The Game (Guess the Athlete) XX:XX – Wrap Up
Welcome back to The MindSets Podcast! In this episode we cover: SPORTS NEWS This week, we kick things off with the latest sports news from around the world, including updates from the FIFA Club World Cup, athletics, golf, and some of the biggest stories making headlines across the sporting landscape. SECRETS OF WORLD CHAMPS The main topic of today's episode is a full debrief of the 2026 HYROX World Championships in Stockholm. Having attended the event in person, Angus shares first-hand insights from inside the arena, providing context and analysis that wasn't available on the livestream. We break down every elite race, discussing the performances, key moments, controversial incidents, penalties, judging decisions, and some of the behind-the-scenes conversations that were taking place throughout the weekend. From the winners and standout performances to the incidents that had athletes, coaches, and spectators talking, we explore what really happened in Stockholm and why certain decisions were made while others left people scratching their heads. GRINDS MY GEARS After the World Championship debrief, we move into our usual "Grinds My Gears" segment, where a number of HYROX-related frustrations make an appearance alongside a few submissions from outside the world of fitness. THE GAME To finish the episode, Charles puts Angus through a game of "This or That", where he must repeatedly choose between elite athletes from a variety of sports. One athlete survives each round and advances to face the next challenger until we discover who Angus would most like to spend a one-hour training session with. Whether you followed every second of the HYROX World Championships or simply want to hear some of the stories and discussions that didn't make it onto the livestream, this is an episode you won't want to miss! 🎙️ Hosted by Angus Cook & Charles Ingell 🎧 Listen Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast 📸 Follow MindSets: MindSets Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus Cook: https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles Ingell: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast 📩 Business Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com 🤝 Official Partners: Hystyle Clothing https://www.hystyleclo.com Use code MINDSET15 for 15% OFF Hysoxs PodiumChasr Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 02:40 - Sports News 07:30 - Hyrox World Champs Debrief 47:45 - Grinds My Gears 58:46 - The Game (This or That) 1:11:05 - Wrap Up #HYROX #HYROXWorldChampionships #Stockholm2026 #HYROXStockholm #HybridAthlete #FitnessPodcast #SportsPodcast #FunctionalFitness #WorldChampionships #HYROXRacing #TheMindSetsPodcast #FitnessDebate #HybridTraining
Want to sponsor the podcast? Send us an email at:mindsetspod@gmail.comThis week on The MindSets Podcast, we kick things off with the latest sports news, covering standout hurdles performances, the biggest stories from the FIFA Club World Cup so far, and much more from around the sporting world.The main discussion centres around one of the biggest debates in functional fitness: Hyrox vs CrossFit.If you gave an elite CrossFit athlete one year to train for HYROX, and an elite HYROX athlete one year to train for CrossFit, who would perform better in the other's sport?We break down the similarities and differences between the two disciplines, comparing training methodologies, endurance demands, strength requirements, technical skill, and real-world athlete examples from both sides. We discuss which attributes transfer best and ultimately give our verdict on which athletes would make the smoother transition.We also tackle an interesting question:Would you rather look incredibly athletic but be unfit, or be extremely fit and capable but not look athletic at all?As always, we head into our "Grinds My Gears" segment before looking ahead to the HYROX World Championships in Stockholm, where we make our predictions for the elite races and discuss the athletes to watch.To finish the episode, we put our knowledge to the test with a HYROX vs CrossFit Quiz.Let us know in the comments where you stand in the HYROX vs CrossFit debate!🎙️ Hosted by Angus Cook & Charles Ingell🎧 Listen Everywhere:https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📸 Follow MindSets:TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastAngus Cook:https://www.instagram.com/anguscookCharles Ingell:https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_📩 Business Enquiries:mindsetspod@gmail.com🤝 Official Partners:Hystyle Clothinghttps://www.hystyleclo.comUse code MINDSET15 for 15% OFFHysoxsPodiumChasr#HYROX #CrossFit #HYROXvsCrossFit #HYROXWorldChampionships #Stockholm2026 #FunctionalFitness #HybridAthlete #FitnessPodcast #TheMindSetsPodcast #EnduranceTraining #CrossFitGames #FitnessDebate #SportsPodcast
Want to sponsor the show? Send us an email at: mindsetspod@gmail.com Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest athletes in sporting history. But what exactly has made him so successful for more than two decades? This week on The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles break down Cristiano Ronaldo's training routine, workout philosophy, recovery methods, nutrition habits and mindset to discover what separates him from almost every other footballer who has ever played the game. From strength training and sprint work to discipline, consistency and longevity, we explore the habits that helped Ronaldo become one of the most decorated and physically dominant athletes of all time. Could following Ronaldo's approach actually make you fitter, stronger and healthier? 📰 This Week's Sports News A huge week across the sporting world: • The latest Formula 1 drama involving Antonelli, Hamilton and Hadjar • What it means for Norris, Russell, Leclerc and Verstappen • Alexander Zverev wins Roland Garros • Mirra Andreeva becomes the youngest French Open women's champion since 1992 • Nelly Korda wins the US Women's Open • England begin their Cricket World Cup campaign with victory over New Zealand • Jose Mourinho is reportedly set for a sensational return to Real Madrid • North Wales Crusaders suffer a historic 134-0 defeat to London Broncos • Mondo Duplantis loses for the first time since 2023 • Demi Vollering completes the Grand Tour trilogy • Keely Hodgkinson breaks the British record in a world-class 800m race • Amy Hunt runs a huge personal best of 10.97 • Teenage sensation Cooper Lutkenhaus stuns the athletics world on his Diamond League debut 🔥 Today's Main Topic: Cristiano Ronaldo's Training Routine • Ronaldo's weekly workout structure • Strength training for football performance • Sprint training, speed and athleticism • Recovery habits and injury prevention • Nutrition, sleep and longevity • The mentality behind elite consistency • What everyday athletes can learn from Ronaldo • Can his methods still work outside professional football? What does it really take to train like Cristiano Ronaldo? 😤 Grind My Gears Angus launches into a surprising number of breakfast-related complaints. Meanwhile, Charles is tired of seeing every modern athlete compared to sporting legends from previous generations. 🎮 This Week's Game World Cup Trivia Challenge ⚽ With the 2026 FIFA World Cup finally here, Angus and Charles put their football knowledge to the test with a World Cup-themed quiz covering iconic moments, records, players and tournaments from football history. Who comes out on top? 👇 Comment Below Could you stick to Cristiano Ronaldo's training routine? Is Ronaldo the greatest athlete football has ever produced? Which sporting legend would you like us to analyse next? And who wins the World Cup in 2026? 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast MindSets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life _ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell 👕 Check Out Our Sponsors: Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code: MINDSET15 #CristianoRonaldo #RonaldoWorkout #RonaldoTraining #FootballTraining #SoccerTraining #Fitness #Gym #AthleteTraining #SportsScience #WorldCup2026 #FIFAWorldCup #FootballQuiz #PremierLeague #ChampionsLeague #F1 #Tennis #Athletics #MindSetsPodcast
Want to sponsor the show? Send us an email at: mindsetspod@gmail.com The Golden Era of bodybuilding created some of the most iconic physiques in history. No fancy technology. No fitness influencers. No endless exercise variations. Just hard training, huge volume, and a relentless pursuit of physical excellence. This week on The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles explore the principles behind old school bodybuilding and ask whether modern fitness has actually moved us further away from building great physiques. We break down the training methods, workout splits, equipment, exercises and mindset that defined the Golden Era—and whether those methods still work today. 📰 This Week's Sports News • Arsenal win the Premier League • PSG are crowned Champions League winners • Simon Ehammer jumps 8.51m in the long jump as a decathlete and sets a national record • The latest discussion surrounding the decathlon world record • Jonas Vingegaard wins the Giro d'Italia 🔥 Today's Main Topic: Old School Bodybuilding • What made Golden Era physiques so unique • The classic bodybuilding training splits • Why free weights dominated gym culture • The exercises that built legendary physiques • High-volume training and recovery • The equipment that shaped an era of bodybuilding • What modern lifters can learn from old school methods Could the best muscle-building blueprint have already been discovered decades ago? 😤 Grind My Gears Angus discovers that a surprising number of MindSets listeners suffer from hay fever. His solution? Grow up and get over it. 🎮 This Week's Game Sneaker Head Showdown 👟 Which famous sneaker collaborations had the highest launch prices? From legendary partnerships to eye-watering retail prices, Angus and Charles put their sneaker knowledge to the test. 👇 Comment Below Did Golden Era bodybuilders have better physiques than today's athletes? Would you follow an old school bodybuilding routine? And is hay fever actually a problem... or are people just being dramatic? 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast MindSets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life _ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell 👕 Official Partners Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code: MINDSET15 #Bodybuilding #GoldenEraBodybuilding #ArnoldSchwarzenegger #Fitness #Gym #MuscleBuilding #StrengthTraining #OldSchoolBodybuilding #PremierLeague #ChampionsLeague #Cycling #Sneakers #MindSetsPodcast
Want to sponsor the show? Send us an email at: mindsetspod@gmail.com The Enhanced Games are finally here… and sport may never be the same again. Enhanced athletes. Unofficial world records. Open PED use. Biohacking. Superhuman performance. This week on The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles break down the most controversial sporting event on the planet right now and ask the question nobody can agree on: If science can make humans faster, stronger, and better… should sport allow it? We discuss: • The biggest moments from the Enhanced Games • The “enhanced” swimming world record controversy • Why some CLEAN athletes still beat enhanced athletes • Whether elite sport is already chemically enhanced • The future of biohacking in sport • The ethics of PEDs and human optimisation • Why people are fascinated by superhuman performance ⸻ 📰 This Week’s Sports News • The biggest stories from the Enhanced Games weekend • Unofficial world-record performances • Enhanced swimming controversy • The reaction from athletes and fans ⸻ 🔥 Today’s Main Topic The Enhanced Games: Genius? Dystopian? Or inevitable? We debate: • Whether PEDs should ever be legal • How much advantage drugs ACTUALLY give • Why some clean athletes still won • The role of technology in modern sport • Whether “natural sport” even exists anymore ⸻ 😤 Grind My Gears The weekly rant segment returns… ⸻ 🎮 This Week’s Game: “PED, Sci-Fi or Energy Drink?” PLUS: • Guess the PED from the side effects • Real drug or fake scientific nonsense? • The most absurd real side effects in elite sport Some of these are genuinely unbelievable 😂 ⸻ 👇 COMMENT BELOW: Would you watch an Enhanced Olympics? Should medically supervised PED use be legal in elite sport? ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast MindSets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻ 👕 Official Partners Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code: MINDSET15 ⸻ #EnhancedGames #PEDs #Steroids #Biohacking #Olympics #Swimming #Sport #Athletics #PerformanceEnhancement #MindSetsPodcast
Sponsor the show! 🤘🚀Drop us and email to enquire at mindsetspod@gmail.comHow Ronda Rousey Was Built:Ahead of her shock MMA comeback win, we break down how Ronda Rousey was built. From Olympic judo prodigy to one of the most dominant UFC champions ever and explore the training philosophy, mindset, conditioning, and athletic development behind her rise.We break down:• Ronda Rousey’s Olympic judo background• The conditioning and athletic base behind her dominance• How judo develops explosive power and endurance• Why her armbar game became legendary• The psychology of elite competitors• The training methods behind early UFC dominance• The emotional intensity behind her rise and fall• What her comeback means for women’s MMA today⸻🥋 How Olympic Judo Built Ronda RouseyBefore the UFC, Ronda was already competing at the highest level in combat sports. We explore how Olympic judo shaped:• her aggression• explosiveness• grip strength• muscular endurance• mentality under pressure⸻💪 The Training Behind UFC DominanceWhat actually made Ronda so dangerous physically?We discuss:• combat-athlete conditioning• explosive repeatability• high-pressure fighting styles• grappling endurance• skill-volume training• why judo creates uniquely conditioned athletes⸻🧠 The Psychology Of Elite FightersRonda’s career wasn’t just about fighting ability. We explore:• obsessive competitiveness• identity through performance• emotional intensity in elite sport• pressure and expectation• what happens when dominance disappears⸻📰 This Week’s News• Jannik Sinner becomes only the second player ever to win every ATP Masters 1000 event• Manchester City beat Chelsea 1-0 in the FA Cup Final• England’s Red Roses secure a fifth successive Grand Slam against France• Aaron Rai wins the PGA Championship and becomes the first Englishman in 100 years to do so• Mark English runs 1:43 in the Shanghai Diamond League 800m final• Newcastle beat West Ham 3-1 as the Premier League relegation battle intensifies⸻😤 Grind My Gears• Why cycling has become an unbelievably expensive sport• People putting “Athlete” in their bio when they aren’t actually athletes• The AP x Swatch collaboration hype release⸻🎮 The Game - “This Or That”Charles gives Angus two celebrities or athletes and Angus has to decide who wins in an MMA fight — with the winner progressing through the bracket until one final champion remains.⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsListen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastMindSets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastAngus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscookCharles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastHosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 - Intro01:20 - 2 Minute News04:23 - Ronda Rousey - Training Breakdown52:10 - Grind My Gears1:07:06 - The Game1:12:13 - Outro⸻KeywordsRonda Rousey, Ronda Rousey training, Ronda Rousey comeback, UFC training, UFC champion, women’s MMA, MMA conditioning, Olympic judo, judo training, combat sports training, athlete mindset, sports psychology, elite athlete training, MMA performance, armbar training, UFC comeback, combat athlete conditioning, sports science podcast, UFC analysis, women’s combat sports, performance podcast UK, MindSets Podcast⸻Hashtags#RondaRousey #UFC #MMA #Judo #CombatSports #SportsScience #UFCComeback #WomensMMA #MMATraining #AthleteMindset #PerformanceTraining #MindSetsPodcast
🎾 Jannik Sinner Is About To Change Tennis Forever? Ahead of Roland Garros, we break down the REAL training philosophy behind the world No.1’s rise, using credible sources, insights from his coaching team, and what we can learn from the evolution of modern tennis performance. Jannik Sinner doesn’t just look better physically… he looks completely different to the player we saw just a few years ago. From endurance and movement efficiency to strength, recovery and 5-set resilience, this episode explores why Sinner may be building the perfect body for modern tennis — and why Roland Garros could be the next major step in his takeover of the sport. We break down: • Sinner’s physical transformation • The training philosophy behind his rise • Darren Cahill’s influence on his development • Why his endurance now stands out so much • The importance of recovery and movement efficiency • How his preparation compares to Djokovic, Nadal & Alcaraz • Why modern tennis fitness is evolving fast ⸻ 🏆 Roland Garros Is Coming Can Sinner dominate on clay and continue his rise at the French Open? ⸻ 💪 The Training Behind The World No.1 From strength and conditioning to movement, endurance and recovery — what actually makes an elite tennis athlete? ⸻ 🎾 Modern Tennis Has Changed The game is faster, more physical, and more demanding than ever before. We explore why Sinner may represent the future of the sport. ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast MindSets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻ 👕 Official Partners We’re proudly partnered with: Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15 ⸻ ⏱ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:56 - 2 Minute News 03:37 - Jannick Sinner - Training Breakdown 42:00 - Grind My Gears 1:01:16 - The Game ⸻ Keywords Jannik Sinner training, Roland Garros 2026, French Open preview, tennis fitness, Darren Cahill, ATP training, tennis endurance, sports science, Djokovic training, Carlos Alcaraz, modern tennis, tennis conditioning, elite athlete training, sports podcast UK, tennis performance analysis ⸻ Hashtags #JannikSinner #RolandGarros #FrenchOpen #ATP #Tennis #TennisTraining #SportsScience #Djokovic #CarlosAlcaraz #MindSetsPodcast #TennisFitness #PerformanceTraining
🏁 F1 Fitness, European Finals & Gym Culture Chaos This week’s episode is back to structured idiocy… news, segments, and plenty of opinions. We kick things off with the biggest stories in sport right now. Leinster and Bordeaux set up a huge European Cup Final in Bilbao, Nelly Korda continues her dominance with another win in Mexico, and Formula 1 delivers another massive weekend with sprint drama, podium changes, and Kimi Antonelli making moves. From there, we dive into one of the most underrated athletes in the world — Formula 1 drivers. We break down exactly how they train, from extreme neck strength and reaction work to simulator programmes that replicate multiple race distances before a race weekend. And then… it’s time for “Grind My Gears.” To finish, Charles brings a new game: guessing which celebrities own which sports teams… and Angus delivers an all-time bad performance. ⸻ 🌍 The Biggest Week in Sport European rugby finals, LPGA dominance, and Formula 1 headlines — all covered. ⸻ 🏎 Formula 1 Training Breakdown What it actually takes to perform at the highest level in motorsport — physically and mentally. ⸻ 😤 Grind My GearsThis week’s frustrations include: People not leaving the fast lane Dead whiteboard markers Calling a medicine ball a “wall ball” The Norwegian 4x4 trend …and plenty more. ⸻ 🎯 The Game: Celebrity Owners Quiz Can you match the celebrity to their sports team? Angus tries… unsuccessfully. ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast MindSets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_\ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻ 👕 Official Partners We’re proudly partnered with: Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15 ⸻ ⏱ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:20 - News + Sport Roundup 03:48 - F1 Training Deep Dive 38:36 - Grind My Gears 54:00 - Celebrity Owners Game 1:08:28 - Outro ⸻ Keywords Formula 1 training, F1 fitness, Nelly Korda Mexico win, European rugby final Leinster Bordeaux, HYROX culture, gym frustrations, Norwegian 4x4 training, sports podcast UK, endurance training, hybrid athlete podcast ⸻ Hashtags #MindSetsPodcast #F1 #Formula1 #Hyrox #GymCulture #NellyKorda #Rugby #SportsPodcast #EnduranceSport #KimiAntonelli #Antonelli
🏃 Marathon World Records & The Biggest Week in Sport?? This week’s episode is pure sports chaos! No segments, no filler, just the biggest stories in the world right now. We kick things off with one of the most insane moments in running history: TWO athletes breaking the marathon world record and the long-awaited 2-hour barrier being smashed. From there, we dive straight into the rest of the London Marathon - covering both elite racing and mass participation, with friend of the show George Grassly taking the mass win in 2:12. And that’s just the start… We also get into huge performances and headlines across sport: LeBron James putting on a show alongside his son, the Red Roses dominating the Women’s Six Nations, the 2026 NFL Draft, McLaren stepping into golf with Justin Rose, and Nelly Korda continuing her dominance with another major win. We also break down all the Hyrox Elite 15 results from the final major of the season in Warsaw — what it means for the sport and who’s making moves at the top level. After a huge rundown of the week, we move into “Grind My Gears” (with plenty of marathon-related frustrations), before wrapping things up with a classic Higher or Lower game. ⸻ 🌍 The Biggest Week in Sport World records at the London Marathon , NBA, rugby, golf, NFL, and more — everything you need to know, all in one episode. ⸻ 🏃♂️ London Marathon & World Record Discussion Breaking down historic performances, elite racing, and standout mass participation results. ⸻ 🏋️ Hyrox Elite 15 Warsaw Review Full results and analysis from the final major of the season. ⸻ 😤 Grind My Gears Listener-submitted annoyances — marathon themed and beyond. ⸻ 🎯 The Game: Higher or Lower Angus tests Charles (and you) with a fast-paced guessing game across sport and random knowledge. ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast\ MindSets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast\ Angus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscook\ Charles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_\ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast\ Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻ 👕 Official Partners We’re proudly partnered with: Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15 ⸻ ⏱ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:25 - News + Episode 42:04 - Grind My Gears 59:10 - Higher or Lower 1:10:03 - Outro ⸻ Keywords marathon world record, sub 2 hour marathon, London Marathon 2026, George Grassly marathon, Hyrox Elite 15 Warsaw, LeBron James performance, Red Roses rugby, Nelly Korda Chevron Championship, Justin Rose McLaren golf, sports podcast, running podcast, endurance sport, Hyrox racing ⸻ Hashtags #MindSetsPodcast #LondonMarathon #MarathonWorldRecord #Hyrox #LeBronJames #RunningPodcast #EnduranceSport #SportsNews
🏃 EP. 85 – Marathon Week: Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe - The Big Race Day Strategy and How They Taper It's London Marathon week, and we’re diving deep into how two legendary marathoners (Eliud Kipchoge and Paula Radcliffe) prepare for race day. We break down their very different tapering approaches and how each one could work for you. We also look at how they actually pace and race, giving you tips if you’re running the London Marathon or just dreaming of your first 26.2 miles. Plus, we’ve got gym annoyances, sports news, and a quiz to wrap it up! ⸻ 📰 Two-Minute News We open with the biggest sports stories of the week. Quick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop. ⸻ 😤 Grind My Gears We read out and break down some hilarious listener-submitted complaints from gym frustrations or life quirks, we’ve got them all. ⸻ 🏃♂️ Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe: Tapering & Race Strategy We break down how Eliud Kipchoge and Paula Radcliffe taper for marathons. Two contrasting approaches with lessons for any runner. Then we dive into how each races strategically, from pacing to mental tactics, and share advice for anyone preparing for their own marathon. ⸻ 🎯 The Game Charles tests Angus with a sports quiz - some marathon-related and some from across the sporting world, plus a few surprises about Angus’ own sporting past! ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻ 👕 Official Partners We’re proudly partnered with: Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15 ⸻ ⏱ Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:XX Two-Minute News XX:XX Grind My Gears XX:XX Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe Taper Discussion XX:XX Race Strategy Breakdown XX:XX The Game 1:45:00 Outro ⸻ Keywords Eliud Kipchoge taper, Paula Radcliffe taper, marathon preparation, how to race a marathon, London Marathon tips, marathon strategy, marathon pacing, running podcast, endurance athletes, sports quiz ⸻ Hashtags #MindSetsPodcast #MarathonTraining #EliudKipchoge #PaulaRadcliffe #LondonMarathon #RunningTips #EnduranceAthlete #SportsPodcast
Ellie Kildunne is one of the most dangerous players in rugby right now, but what actually makes her so good? In Episode 84, Angus and Charles break down her training, weekly structure, and how the Red Roses are setting the standard in elite sport. ⸻ 📰 Two-Minute News The biggest stories across sport right now: Key headlines and performances Quick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop ⸻ 🏉 Ellie Kildunne – Training & Performance We break down what makes Ellie Kildunne so effective: The demands of playing fullback Why speed and decision-making are key Her likely weekly training structure Why taking Wednesday off is a performance advantage We also discuss: Balancing gym, speed, skills, and conditioning Why strength is still an area of development What most athletes get wrong about training and recovery ⸻ 🌹 Red Roses – Elite Training System Inside the England women's national rugby union team: How elite teams structure their week Why game-speed training matters Skill execution under fatigue The role of recovery and load management ⸻ 🎯 The Game A tough general knowledge sports quiz to finish. Play along and see how many you can get right 👀 ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetspodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/your-link Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻ 👕 Official Partners Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) 15% off with code: MINDSET15 ⸻ ⏱ Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:XX Two-Minute News XX:XX Ellie Kildunne Discussion XX:XX Red Roses Training XX:XX Sports Quiz 1:08:04 Outro ⸻ Keywords Ellie Kildunne training, Red Roses rugby, rugby training, elite athlete training, sports podcast UK, athlete mindset ⸻ Hashtags #MindSetsPodcast #EllieKildunne #RedRoses #RugbyTraining #WomenInSport #SportsPodcast #Rugby #6nations #sixnations
Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy are heading into The Masters at Augusta with completely different approaches, and the question is simple: who actually has the edge? In Episode 83, Angus and Charles cover the latest stories in sport before breaking down one of the biggest matchups in golf, analysing training, performance, and what separates two of the world’s best. ⸻ 📰 Two-Minute News We open the episode with the biggest stories across sport right now: Tiger Woods and recent developments surrounding his situation Jakob Ingebrigtsen targeting a major mile record attempt Retirement news from a top British sprinter Quick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop. ⸻ ⛳ Bryson DeChambeau vs Rory McIlroy -> Power vs Precision at Augusta This is the headline topic. Two elite golfers with completely different styles are heading into The Masters, but which approach is better suited to Augusta? We break down: What separates Bryson and Rory from a training and performance perspective The contrast between power and precision in elite golf How their preparation and physical profiles differ What matters most when performing at Augusta National We also discuss: Rory’s position coming in as defending champion Bryson’s pursuit of his first Masters win Which athlete is better set up to succeed this weekend ⸻ 😤 Grind My Gears This week’s frustration… We discuss frustrations from the week and broader observations around everyday behaviour and sport. Got something grinding your gears? Send it in for future episodes. ⸻ 🎯 The Game Can you recognise the sound/ commentary? Angus is challenged by Charles to identify the famous sporting moment from a short audio clip alone. Can you guess them all? ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetspodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/your-link Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻ 👕 Official Partners We’re proudly partnered with: Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15 ⸻ ⏱ Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:15 Two-Minute News 06:38 Grind My Gears 18:35 Bryson vs Rory Discussion 54:00 Game - "Heard That Before?" 1:10:14 Outro ⸻ Keywords Bryson DeChambeau vs Rory McIlroy, The Masters Augusta, golf training, power vs precision golf, Tiger Woods news, Jakob Ingebrigtsen mile record, elite athlete mindset, golf performance, fitness podcast, hybrid athlete ⸻ Hashtags #MindSetsPodcast #TheMasters #BrysonDeChambeau #RoryMcIlroy #Golf #Augusta #GolfTraining #HybridAthlete #FitnessPodcast #ElitePerformance #Sport
British athletes are making serious statements on the world stage, Hyrox is facing controversy, and cheating in CrossFit has taken a bizarre turn. In Episode 82, Angus and Charles cover a packed week of sport before diving into one of the most dominant middle-distance athletes in the world right now, Keely Hodgkinson. ⸻ 📰 Two-Minute News We open the episode with the biggest stories across sport right now: British success at the Indoor Athletics World Championships Final Six Nations table and tournament takeaways Hyrox EMEA Regional Championships controversy CrossFit Open cheating scandal involving edited videos Quick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop. ⸻ 🏃♀️ Keely Hodgkinson – Training, Dominance and World Record Potential This is the headline topic. Keely Hodgkinson has established herself as the dominant force in the 800m, but how is she doing it? We break down: What makes her so consistent at the highest level The demands of elite 800m running and the balance between speed and endurance Likely training structure behind her performances The role of threshold work, speed endurance, and race tactics Why she is separating herself from the field We also discuss: How close she could be to breaking the 800m world record What it takes physiologically to dominate this event Whether her model is replicable or truly elite territory ⸻ 😤 Grind My Gears This week’s frustration… Why does it feel like theft and petty crime are becoming more common? From gyms to everyday life, we unpack what we have noticed and why it might be happening. Got something grinding your gears? Send it in for future episodes. ⸻ 🧠 Build Your Athlete We finish with a strategic and slightly chaotic game. Charles is given a budget and must build the ultimate athlete by selecting from three options across six different categories. We break down: His selections and reasoning Where he spent big versus saved budget Strengths and weaknesses of his athlete Then we compare it to listener submissions. Did Charles build a world class athlete or did the audience do better? ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindSets_Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/your-link Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻ 👕 Official Partners We’re proudly partnered with: Hystyle (@hystyleclo) Hysoxs (@hysoxs) PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15 ⸻ ⏱ Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:30 Two-Minute News 03:15 Indoor Worlds British Success 09:40 Six Nations Final Table 16:20 Hyrox EMEA Controversy 24:10 CrossFit Open Cheating 33:45 Keely Hodgkinson Deep Dive 55:30 Grind My Gears 01:07:00 Build Your Athlete 01:20:00 Listener Submissions 01:27:00 Outro ⸻ Keywords Keely Hodgkinson training, 800m world record, Indoor Athletics Championships, Six Nations results, Hyrox controversy, CrossFit Open cheating, hybrid athlete, endurance training, UK athletics, fitness podcast ⸻ Hashtags #MindSetsPodcast #KeelyHodgkinson #800m #Athletics #Hyrox #CrossFitOpen #SixNations #HybridAthlete #Running #FitnessPodcast #UKSport
Elite 15 HYROX athlete Charlie Botterill is back joining Angus & Charles on the MindSets Podcast for Episode 81 — and this is the episode every HYROX athlete needs to listen to. ⚠️ This is part 2 of 2 with Charlie; if you haven’t listened to Episode 80, go back and check it out first ⚠️ Charlie had a huge performance at HYROX Glasgow (54:38 PB) and 2 weeks ago he sat down with Angus and Charles to break down the training, structure, and science behind his performance - all as a self-coached Elite 15 athlete. With over 12 years of tracked training data, Charlie takes us through how his programming has evolved from his background as a professional cyclist to becoming one of the fastest HYROX athletes in the world. This isn’t just a catch-up - it’s a HYROX training masterclass. In this episode we cover: 🏆 HYROX Glasgow performance (54:38 PB) 📊 12+ years of structured training data 🚴 Transition from pro cycling to HYROX Elite 15 🏃♂️ How his HYROX training has evolved 📈 The aerobic sessions that changed his performance 🔥 The sessions he believes are the biggest needle movers 🧪 The science behind his programming 🥪 Meal deal ratings & nutrition habits 🎯 HYROX performance quiz — can you beat us? 2 Minute News 📰 We kick things off with our 2 Minute Sporting News, covering: 🏆 Charlie’s HYROX Glasgow result 🏉 Latest Six Nations updates ❄️ Paralympic Winter Games roundup 🚴 Tadej Pogačar winning Strade Bianche for the 4th time ⚽️ Chelsea Women lifting the League Cup 🔴 Arsenal’s Premier League charge 👟 Adidas’ new hybrid racing shoe Grind My Gears ⚙️ We’re back with more listener submissions covering training mistakes, gym etiquette and everyday annoyances… and Charlie gets involved 😅 Game: HYROX Performance Quiz 🧠 Charles puts Angus against Charlie in a HYROX performance quiz — testing their knowledge of each other and some of the biggest names in the sport. Can you beat them listening or watching at home? 💥 If you’re serious about improving your HYROX performance, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts / YouTube 👕 Podcast Sponsor Support the podcast & level up your kit → https://www.hystyleclo.com Use code MINDSET15 for 15% off 🔥 👥 Follow Charlie Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/charlie.botterill 🎙️ Follow MindSets Podcast / The Hosts Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus → https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles → https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@mindsets_podcast All links → https://linktr.ee/mindsetspodcast ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:31 2 Minute Sporting News 02:54 Grind My Gears 10:40 Charlie’s Training Background (Cycling → HYROX) 15:31 Z2 Training 25:38 Old Training 32:00 A Training Week Snapshot 38:35 What Charlie's Changed Recently 47:34 Doping in Hyrox 51:58 Listener Questions (Meal Deals, Nutrition) 1:00:19 HYROX Performance Quiz 1:08:20 Wrap Up 🔎 SEO Keywords HYROX HYROX training HYROX training program HYROX Elite 15 Charlie Botterill HYROX Glasgow HYROX 54:38 HYROX workouts HYROX strategy HYROX running training HYROX athlete training Hybrid fitness training Endurance training science Zone 2 training VO2 max training HYROX performance Sub60 #️⃣ Hashtags #hyrox #hyroxtraining #elite15 #charliebotterill #hybridathlete #hybridfitness #runningtraining #enduranceathlete #fitnesspodcast #mindsetspodcast #hyroxworkout #zonetraining #aerobictraining #fitnesseducation #cycling
Elite 15 HYROX athlete Charlie Botterill returns to the MindSets Podcast for Episode 80 - and there’s a LOT to catch up on.⚠️ This is part 1 of 2 with Charlie; next episode Charlie reveals his training, fuelling and racing strategies - answering all of your questions in the process ⚠️Since Charlie’s last appearance, his HYROX career has exploded. From running his first ever sub-60 Men’s Pro race just 12 months ago, to qualifying for the HYROX Elite 15 World Championships in Chicago in the Men’s Pro Doubles with Ollie Russell, signing with Nike, and standing on the podium in his first Elite 15 solo race in Melbourne - Charlie has been right at the centre of the sport’s rapid growth.In this episode we break down everything that’s happened since we last spoke:🏋️Charlie's CrossFit 26.1 Performance🏃♂️ Running sub-60 in HYROX Men’s Pro🌍 Qualifying for the Elite 15 World Championships🤝 Racing Pro Doubles with Ollie Russell👟 Signing with Nike🏆 Podiuming in Melbourne Elite 15🇸🇪 Qualifying for the 2026 HYROX World Championships in Stockholm📉 What went wrong in Phoenix (PHX)📈 What training looks like now and what’s coming next 2 Minute News 📰We also kick things off with our 2 Minute Sporting News, covering everything from Keely Hodgkinson’s world-class performances to KSI buying Dagenham & Redbridge FC. Grinds My Gears ⚙️Later in the episode Charlie joins our infamous “Grind My Gears” segment reacting to some listener submissions that definitely didn’t go down well… 😅 Game: The Price is Right 🤑Finally, we finish with a chaotic game of “The Price is Right”, where Angus names pieces of fitness equipment and sports tech and Charles vs Charlie battle to guess the closest price.Can you beat them listening or watching at home?In Episode 81, Charlie dives deep into his HYROX training programme, race strategy, and Elite 15 preparation — an episode that athletes and competitors will absolutely want to tune in for.🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts / YouTube👥 Follow Charlie Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/charlie.botterill 🎙️ Follow MindSets Podcast / The Hosts Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus → https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles → https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@MindSets_Podcast All links → https://linktr.ee/mindsetspodcast ⏱️ Suggested Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:00 2 Minute Sporting News 04:35 Charlie Doing CrossFit 26.1 08:50 2025 Season 21:48 Charlie's "Off-Season" 33:26 MindSet and 2026 Season 48:09 Grinds My Gears 57:43 Game: The Price is Right 1:11:52 Wrap Up🔎 SEO KeywordsHYROXHYROX Elite 15Charlie BotterillHYROX trainingHYROX athleteHYROX racingHYROX strategyHYROX world championshipsElite 15 HYROX athletesHYROX MelbourneHYROX ChicagoHYROX PhoenixHYROX ManchesterHYROX runningHYROX pro athleteHybrid fitness racingKeely Hodgkinson800m World RecordKSIDagenham and Redbridge FCCrossFit 26.1 #️⃣ Hashtags #hyrox #hyroxtraining #hyroxathlete #elite15 #hyroxworldchampionships #charliebotterill #hybridfitness #hybridathlete #running #fitnesspodcast #mindsetspodcast #sportsnews #nikeathlete #fitnesscompetition #CrossFit #CrossFit26 .1
Kristian Blummenfelt has just recorded a VO2 max of 101 ml/kg/min , one of the highest ever documented in elite endurance sport. To put that into perspective: The average male sits around 35-45 ml/kg/min Elite endurance athletes often range between 70-85 ml/kg/min Breaking 90 is extremely rare 100+ is almost unheard of And he didn’t even build towards this test. In Episode 79, Charles and I break down what that number actually means, how VO2 max is measured, and what kind of training it takes to build that level of aerobic engine. 📰 Two-Minute News We open the episode with the latest updates from across the sporting world: Winter Olympics headlines Rugby updates Manny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather running it back this September Quick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop. 😤 Grind My Gears This week’s segment had more input from us as hosts but we need more from you! What’s been winding you up recently in sport, training, or life? Send us your submissions for future episodes. 🧬 Kristian Blummenfelt’s 101 VO2 Max - Breaking It Down This is where we go into his structure. We found a documented training week from a few years ago to give insight into how a pro triathlete trains at the highest level. We analyse: Total weekly volume (hours & minutes) Double and triple session days Intensity distribution Threshold vs VO2 max work Zone 2 dominance Brick sessions Recovery structure We break down the physiology behind: VO2 Max = Maximum Oxygen Uptake Measured in millilitres of oxygen per kilogram of bodyweight per minute (ml/kg/min). It reflects: Cardiac output Stroke volume Mitochondrial density Capillarisation Lactate clearance ability But we also discuss: Why VO2 max alone doesn’t win races Economy vs capacity Can normal athletes meaningfully improve theirs? Is this replicable or genetic outlier territory? 🎯 Who Would You Rather? (HYROX Edition) We finish with a competitive and slightly chaotic game. Round by round: Athlete vs Athlete (Who’s your race partner?) Sport vs Sport Build your ultimate HYROX teammate By the end, you’re locked in for battle. 🎙 Follow & Support MindSets Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindSets_Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/yourlink Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MindSets_Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@MindSets_Podcast Hosted by Angus Cook & Charles Ingell 👕 Official Partners We’re proudly partnered with: Hystyle (@hystyleclo ) Hysoxs ( @hysoxs ) PodiumChasr ( @podiumchasr ) Get 15% off your order using code: 👉 MINDSET15 ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Intro 00:27 – Two-Minute News 03:20 – Grind My Gears 13:37 – Kristian Blummenfelt VO2 Max 101 Explained 45:42 – Who Would You Rather? (Game) 54:25 – Outro
Episode 78 of The MindSets Podcast is packed with Winter Olympic controversy, elite performance breakdowns, and another competitive game to finish. Charles and Angus kick things off with the latest in sports news, including major talking points from the Winter Olympics Milano Cortina. This week we have: 🗞️ Sporting News We cover: • Lindsey Vonn and her latest injury setback • The developing Canadian Olympic cheating scandal • The latest storylines from the Six Nations Championship Plenty to unpack across skiing, rugby, and Olympic controversy. 😤 Grind My Gears We then get into some cracking listener-submitted Grind My Gears — and as always, nothing is off limits. 🛷 Main Topic: How a Skeleton Athlete Trains The core of today’s episode looks at what it actually takes to become an Olympic-level skeleton athlete. With Matt Weston winning Olympic gold last week, we break down: • How athletes transition into skeleton from other sports • The power and sprint profile required • Strength & gym programming structure • Speed development and track work • How training changes across phases of the year We explore why skeleton often attracts athletes from explosive sports backgrounds — and what makes them successful on ice. 🧊 Contrasting Comparison: Elite Curling Training We then compare skeleton training to what elite Winter Olympics Milano Cortina curling athletes might prioritise: • Strength vs skill emphasis • Conditioning demands • Training Volume and Intensity • Periodisation differences Two very different winter sports — two very different performance models. 🎯 Game Time: Guess the Sport We finish with a twist on recent weeks’ game. This time it’s Guess the Sport (not the athlete). Angus gives a number of clues, and Charles/ you have to figure out which sport is being described. Play along and see if you can beat Charles 👀 🎧 Listen Everywhere Full episode available on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music 🔗 All links in one place: 👉 https://linktr.ee/MindSetsPodcast 📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MindSets_Podcast 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@MindSets_Podcast ⸻ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Intro 02:15 – 2 Min News (ish) 10:25 – Grind My Gears 18:50 – How a Skeleton Athlete Trains 28:45 – Curling vs Skeleton Training Comparison 30:00 - Sponsors 33:40 – Guess the Sport Game
