Mental Toughness Podcast With Dr. Rob Bell

Wait until you hear THIS Killer story from Sandy Zimmerman! Mental Strength and sharing your story!! Dream Big Dreams! This 43-year-old mother of three from Spokane, has been a Physical Education teacher for 20 years. Oldest woman and first mom to ever complete the American Ninja Warrior course. Played Division 1 basketball at Gonzaga University. A Former national judo champion. 3:48 How Sandy became inspired to do American Ninja Warrior. 6:33 Sandy’s passion for sport, and what competing means to her. 8:03 Grit, determination, and persistence: the life lessons that Ninja teaches. 8:37 Watching her child learn the power of persistence through training. 10:54 Sandy’s big goal: overcome self-doubt. 13:01 Sandy describes the day she won American Ninja Warrior. 16:30 How Sandy navigated the shame in her childhood. 21:01 Trauma does not define her. 24:46 Sandy defines mental toughness. 27:50 The role that faith has played in Sandy’s journey. 31:15 Sandy’s hinge moment: “You could go to the Olympics.” 34:46 How she began dreaming big dreams in basketball. 36:10 “I could change my family tree with this sport.” 38:21 Part of success is having people on the journey with you. 39:25 Sandy describes her spontaneous two-hour move as a child. 42:50 How her love of judo translated to basketball. 44:33 Sandy recalls the role that basketball played in her life. 46:15 “You’re not good enough.” 47:44 The impact of a severe injury on the way to play Division I basketball. 49:12 “I found joy in the thought of proving all those people wrong.” 50:42 Mental toughness is a learned skill. 52:40 The power of hope and making small strides each day. https://www.instagram.com/zimmpossible/ https://www.sandyzimmermanninja.com/ Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Kenny Aronoff has played drums professionally with everybody! Kenny began his rock career touring and performing with John Mellencamp for 17 years! When Mellencamp decided to take time off, Kenny was motivated to embark on his own. He fulfilled a lifelong goal–and became a sought-after session drummer, as well as a touring drummer. Today, Kenny Aronoff spends his time touring, recording in the studio, and teaching people how to embrace adversity and gain confidence in their personal and professional lives. 3:50 Mental toughness and drumming. 6:09 Kenny shares an example of working hard from a place of love. 9:47 Both discipline and compassion can create results. 12:06 “Observe yourself from a distance.” 13:23 Kenny’s “red light”: not performing to his highest ability. 15:30 Kenny’s resiliency while working with John Mellencamp and how he stayed on with the band! 18:06 “It’s not about you, it’s about the song.” 20:06 Three characteristics Kenny attributes to his success. 20:37 “People are feeling creatures.” 21:10 The details Kenny paid attention to when observing others. 22:22 Kenny’s new business model: less is more. 23:06 How it felt to have a setback early on in his career. 23:55 Kenny shares small ways he drastically took his work to a new level. 28:33 Kenny shares a story how he began working with Bob Dylan. 32:20 Authenticity and trusting your gut. 34:29 Kenny shares a conversation between him and Bill Clinton about Monica Lewinsky. 36:22 Kenny’s goal: make people feel comfortable. 38:02 Lessons on being a high achiever from John Fogarty. 41:30 Why Kenny chose Indiana over Jerusalem. 45:37 “I took possibility over certainty.” 47:58 Performance is driven by doing what you love. 48:50 Kenny’s motto. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

“Coach Hawk” is currently in his third year as the Head Football Coach of UC Davis. Dan guided the FCS program to the 2018 Big Sky Championship and the program to its first ever FCS playoff appearance, making it to the national quarterfinals. He was awarded the both the 2018 Big Sky coach of the year, and the 2018 Eddie Robinson FCS national coach of the year. A veteran American Football coach of over 35 years, he has coached at every level of gridiron from youth through professional American football. After Boise State Hawk had stints as a head Coach at the University of Colorado, and professionally with the Montreal Alouettes in the CFL. Coach Hawk also served years as a color analyst for ESPN college football, traveling the country commentating, watching, learning, and evaluating many American football programs. He is proud of his 37 years of marriage to his soul mate Misti, his four adult children, and his spectacular eight grandchildren, all under 10. Hawk has climbed to Everest Base Camp, walked the 750 km Camino de Santiago in Spain, swam with the great white sharks and whale sharks, and skydived. Dan Hawkins table of contents 4:05 Dan shares the mental toughness required of a coach. 5:51 “Must be able to keep your feet on the fire.” 7:20 “Being open to learning.” How Dan has changed through years of coaching. 8:53 Dan notes how the world of football has shifted throughout the years. 10:40 The importance of leaving our comfort zones. 11:32 Dan shares his skydiving visualization. 17:37 Dan reflects on how a job setback benefited him in the long run. 18:14 Dan describes how he overcame a difficult time in his career. 19:50 Questions Dan asked himself to move forward. 22:58 Dan on advice he would give to other coaches. 26:11 “It’s all about raising the bar.” 27:05 How Dan is able to make adjustments along his route toward success. 30:30 Dan shares his thoughts on specific game strategies. 32:06 “It’s about playing to win.” 33:27 How his athletes play with high energy the entire game. 35:58 Dan highlights the importance of positive feedback in coaching. 37:06 Dan describes his hinge moment. 41:06 Dan shares how he uses his setbacks as a way to guide his athletes through difficult situations. 43:12 The role that parents play in an athletes’ development. 46:19 How he works with parents on being the best support for their kids. 49:05 When Dan learned to come up with his own solutions to the problems he faced. 51:03 “Life’s not fair and neither is football.” 53:07 Dan’s ultimate advice to parents on failures in sport. 56:03 Dan shares what drives him the most, and what defines a winner. 59:25 Winning a championship is about the process, not the outcome. 1:01:35 “Why don’t you just become the Super Bowl?” 1:02:27 Dan notes how crucial it is to get the best out of each other. 1:04:17 “Everybody wants a sense of power.” 1:07:20 Dan shares a story on ensuring his players have a high sense of competency. 1:08:38 “It’s about culture over scheme, and it starts with relationships.” 1:10:43 The question Dan always asks his players. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Gil Reyes spent 17 years as Andre Agassi's strength and conditioning coach. He still operates his gym out of Las Vegas and trains athletes from all sports. His responses to mental toughness and mental health were iconic and worthy of your ears and tears... 5:29 “Can you teach discipline if you don’t have it? Can you teach patience if you don’t have it?” 5:38 Gil describes what his athletes have taught him. 7:33 How the “it factor” displays itself in athletes. 8:36 “When I pray, I don’t pray to be fearless, I pray to be brave.” 9:51 “Fear is somewhere in there with love as far as one of our deepest, innate emotions.” 10:02 Gil gives examples of what he talks about with his athletes while working with them. 10:20 “Make sure your backbone is as strong as your wishbone.” 10:40 “Some battles aren’t worth fighting even if you win, some battles are worth fighting even if you lose.” 10:57 Gil’s perspective on battles in life. 11:31 “Others get to describe you, but only you get to define you.” 12:16 “Confrontation can often reveal itself as education in disguise”. 13:28 Growth can come from winning or losing. 13:44 Gil’s favorite word: glorious. 14:21 Being unprepared is in your control. 15:00 “Are we worthy of those tears?” Gil describes the time when Andre Agassi lost his first 3 major finals. 16:20 Gil begins discussing the journey of Agassi winning the French Open. 18:38 Gil talks about the non-verbal ways he showed his support while Agassi competed. 19:09 One of the best pieces of wisdom he received while training Agassi. 21:10 Gil talks how Agassi was able to come back and “rededicate” himself to the game. 25:07 Gil recalls Agassi’s mental toughness while playing in uncontrollable environments. 26:52 “Weak legs command, strong legs obey.” 27:36 “Is this a winnable war?” Figuring out the process required to reach your goal. 28:01 “Being realistic is the most commonly traveled path to mediocrity.” 28:53 The first step to identifying Agassi’s goal process. 29:13 How do you respond to a loss? 30:58 Gil describes Agassi’s process of remaining top 10 in the world for sixteen years. 32:33 “Truth is such a beautiful concept within yourself that is no longer a concept, it becomes a foundation on which you stand and you grow.” 33:10 Gil shares what he believes is the most important mental skill. 34:26 How his lack of confidence affected his social interactions. 35:55 Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf, & Mike Tyson. 37:21 Preparation and confidence when being tested. 39:56 Gil begins to illustrate the feeling a champion has post-victory. 43:10 Gil notes Mike Tyson’s discipline in training. 44:49 Gil describes his hinge moment. 50:58 In order to truly help others, Gil learned he must not limit himself. 51:50 The difference between being successful and being significant. 56:06 “They come in here with buckets full of dreams and they leave here with buckets full of sweat.” Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Brooks Williams is currently the head coach of the University of Louisiana Monroe women's basketball program. Williams was previously the head coach of the McNeese State women's basketball team, where she took the Cowgirls to back-to-back NCAA Tournaments and McNeese's first-ever post-season appearance. In her nine seasons at McNeese, Williams took the Cowgirls to six straight post-seasons and produced four 20-plus win seasons. Williams spent the past three years as assistant women's basketball coach for Alabama and also had stints at Southern Miss, Memphis and Arkansas-Little Rock. 3:47 When Brooks realized wanted to be a coach. 5:00 Brooks talks about how she made the decision to take an assistant coaching job at McNeese State. 6:50 What it took to transform her program. 7:30 How it felt to leave a program that she built, and move to the University of Alabama. 8:48 “Timing is everything.” 9:30 The perspective gained when moving from a head coach to an assistant coach. 11:02 Mental toughness and coaching. “Starts when you wake up in the morning.” 12:40 How Brooks notices mental toughness. “Watch people work.” 14:00 Brooks describes what she calls the “it factor.” 15:15 A willingness to charges in basketball: a mark of a successful and mentally tough athlete. 17:43 Have athletes changed over the years? Brooks answers the question. 20:34 How she’s grown as a coach since the beginning of her career. 22:54 Brooks shares who makes her better on a daily basis. 23:36 An example of how she truly listens to her players and responds to their feedback 25:15 “Sometimes you just need to give them attention and love.” 26:08 The benefits coach has reaped from gaining her players’ perspectives. 27:46 “Great teams are led by their players.” 28:54 Brooks shares her hinge moment of being told “your NOT good enough.” 32:26 “You can do and be whatever you want to be.” 33:57 Brooks shares how the same person who knocked her down, helped her get to where she is today. 37:29 Her hinge moment was the switch that made her realize she wanted to be an impactful coach. 39:46 The discouragement from her role model became her drive. 41:51 How Brooks motivates her athletes by challenging them to show her what they can do. 42:07 “Treat everyone fairly, but very differently.” Brooks finds ways to get her players fired up to do their best. 44:11 “Failure absolutely makes you.” 49:16 “Humble confidence” is what Brook’s considers a large part of being mentally tough. 50:30 Brooks closes with advice to young girls. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Jaime's been featured on Yahoo's homepage 6 times, and in Inc, Entrepreneur, and Business Insider. She's been a top Business Coach for over 10 years and has helped hundreds of 6 & 7 figure Entrepreneurs and Business Owners optimize every area of their business. She's also the host of the online show - Eventual Millionaire, where she's interviewed over 400 self-made millionaires. She's a tech geek, has two kiddos - and even has a sword wall in her house - Plus she loves creating automated systems and talking business growth! Eventualmillionaire.com 3:40 Jaime shares the top patterns in Millionaires #1: “Commitment to the end goal no matter what.” 5:17 Jaime talks about what she considers to be a piece of mental toughness. 6:14 Jaime explains the "Millionaire Myth" experienced by Olympic athletes and entrepreneurs. 7:53 “Loving both sides of the coin.” 8:40 Jaime shares how “visioning” is a top method used by the millionaires she’s interviewed. 10:33 Why do we downplay our wins? Jaime answers the question. 11:23 How to enjoy the journey: Jaime relates mental toughness as a way to speak kinder to ourselves. 12:58 Jaime’s secret to slowing down. The “gift of her lifetime.” 15:20 Jaime shares how her sword wall came to be. "Competition is a gift" 15:54 “Not about the win or the loss.” Finding out what truly makes you happy. 16:49 Burn out: Jaime sheds light on figuring out what truly matters. 17:51 How Jaimie sees adversity as an asset. 21:28 "Tall Poppy Syndrome" Jaime describes how to push past negative feedback while in the pursuit of your goals. 22:47 How Jaime applies mental toughness to be a mother of two and a business owner. 25:18 Jaime describes her hinge moment. 29:05 Jaime defines mental toughness and how she applies it to her life. 30:45 What is the purpose of "feelings", and how can they guide us? 34:43 Jaime shares another hinge moment, and how her new definition of success came to be. 35:32 Ways to get the most out of life on a daily basis. 37:54 Jaime describes how she quiets her mind using a technique different from meditation. 40:45 Jaime shares how business owners can benefit from jotting down their ideas. 42:05 Why Jaimie values creativity in her everyday life. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Dan O'Brien is a Gold Medalist in the Decathlon. His story is best known for his failure in 1992 and his comeback at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. Dan O'Brien has three consecutive world championships along with the Gold Medal and has written a book titled "Clearing Hurdles: The Quest to Be The World's Greatest Athlete." He currently coaches and provides media commentary for US Track & Field. Follow him here at Twitter or Instagram 4:08 - Who is the world’s BEST athlete? 5:15 - The Dan vs. Dave commercials. 5:50 - The Fame & Fortune. 7:30 - The moment has come for the Olympic Trials. 10:50 - The third attempt that O’brien had never faced. 13:00 - The ultimate moment that stripped away O’brien’s dreams. 14:38 - O’brien’s realization of his worst tragedy. 17:02 - How the release of pressure changed O’brien’s performance. 18:23 - Taking ownership of his own actions. 20:20 - Failure = Success 22:42 - Laying it all on the line to become the world’s BEST athlete. 25:00 - The mindset O’brien adapted to face adversity. 28:10 - THE moment O’brien had been waiting for his whole life. 30:04 - O'brien's journey of dealing with post-competition depression. 34:40 - How dropping out of college lead O’brien to self-analyzing his own life. 37:20 - Coming to a crossroad and how he took action. 42:10 - NEED > Want 47:43 - Pushing to FINISH is KEY. 49:50 - The Mirror Technique: How O’brien said he was going to do it and did. 52:03 - Separating yourself from the field. 54:20 - How making a promise to himself lead to success. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Neil Richmund- Death of A Father Neil is the best marketing professional in Indianapolis (Voted by me)! He is an Aussie, an Ordained minister, entrepreneur, and former golf coach. 3:17- How Neil Richmund defines Mental Toughness through his daily practices. 3:33 How can you have resilience during the toughest of times? 3:57- How to react to the tough setbacks. 4:20: How the death of Neil’s father was the best and worst day of his life. 5:05: What his grandmother made him do every time. 6:10: The importance of not viewing setbacks as endpoints. 7:49- Neil’s HINGE moment and taking tragedy and turning it into something greater. 8:20- You can not let a moment define you. 8:50- The impact of Neil’s father’s death. 9:44- You have to focus onward to be able to succeed. 11:12- If you don’t have a platform, you can NOT be mentally tough. 12:15- Finding the importance of knowing your WHY. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Jake Thompson- Gratitude is the Key "G" Jake is the founder of Compete Every Day and an accomplished professional speaker. He helps organizational teams develop a daily plan and powerful focus for reaching their annual and career goals. Table of Contents 3:25- What does Mental Toughness mean to you? 4:10- Common adversities that one may face. 5:00- Distracted by the unimportant. 6:55- What are five components of a winning competitor. 12:50- Why having gratitude is the KEY "G". 15:00- How Living in the Moment can make all the difference. 19:00- What are the actions you can do today to be Mentally Tough? 22:14- How do you build a legacy? 30:37- The Hinge moment that Jake decided he was all-in. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Coach Wadsworth stopped in an Olympic race to help out a Russian racer. One of the most accomplished head coaches in the history of the Canadian National Ski Team, Justin Wadsworth is a three-time Olympian. Wadsworth served as the World Cup and Olympic Games coach with the US cross-country ski team before becoming head coach of the Canadian World Cup cross-country ski team in 2010. 2:30- What Does Mental Toughness Mean to You? 4:00 Mental Training Becomes a part of the team culture. 5:40 The disappointment of Sochi Olympics. 13:00 The Hinge moment of helping out a Russian Skier. 17:05 The culture of Cross-Country Skiing and the presence of mind to help. 19:33 What do you think people need in order to be mentally tough? 24:40 How difficult is it to be an Olympic Coach? Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Jake has not let blindness stop from achieving any of his goals. He is the co-founder and president of Engage. Jake has a truly incredible story that has been well chronicled and featured in just about every major media outlet. At 8 months old, he was diagnosed with a rare form of eye cancer, retinoblastoma. The disease claimed his left eye before the tender age of one and in November 2009 Jake lost his right eye after battling cancer for 12 years. He attends the University of Southern California where he is a senior majoring in business. He played on the school’s football team as a long snapper, and during USC’s game against Western Michigan on September 2nd, 2017, Jake made history as the first completely blind player to ever play in a Division I football game. Jake has used his fame to inspire others and travels around the country as a motivational speaker. He is also a member of the President’s Council on Sports Fitness and Nutrition, has written two books, started his own charity, and golfs in the mid-70s. 3:57- Jake’s HINGE moment at just the age of 12. 6:26- The mindset Jake adapted to persevere. 9:06- How your worst day can end up being your most important. 11:08- Jake’s decision as a sophomore in high school that put him on his life path. 13:51- The call that would change Jake’s career. 15:51- The routine as a freshman football player at USC. 17:21- The first game snapping against Western Michigan. 19:54- “Not falling victim to the excuses”, Jake’s definition of Mental Toughness. 21: 55- Life since achieving his goal and being able to do what he loves. 23:10- The lives that Jake has touched by being himself and putting his story out there. 25:27- Jake’s love for golf and where his passion comes from. 28:04- How Jake connects people with experiences through his platform Engage. 30:38- The ability everyone has, to get them through tough times. 32:02- Jake’s faith that carried him through all his life’s obstacles. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Rajeev Ram is a Professional tennis player on ATP Tour. He is a Grand Slam champion, winner of 2019 Australian Open in Mixed Doubles. Raj won the silver medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics and has won 16 doubles titles throughout his career, including Indian Wells. he reached his highest ranking at 11 after winning. Rajeev has also won two ATP singles titles. His foundation is Entouraj for Kids, is providing the right path for kids through the game of tennis. Table of Contents 3:24- The breakthrough of becoming a Grand Slam winner. 4:46- The valuable lessons Rajeev learned from his unsuccessful moments. 5:50- How Rajeev defines Mental Toughness through his day to day practices. 7:06- What people don’t understand about the schedule of a professional tennis player. 8:34- The HINGE moment that made Rajeev feel like he really belonged on the world stage. 10:10- The experience of representing your country when you were supposed to watch from home. 11:08- Why the Olympics were different from any other major competition. 13:00- How deciding his own path for development played a roll in Rajeev’s lifelong love for tennis. 14:43- What comfort in his sport means to Rajeev. 15:52- Rajeev’s first experience playing singles at Wimbledon. 18:15- How Rajeev’s foundation, Entouraj for Kids, is providing the right path for kids through the game of tennis. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Cory Weissman grew up in suburban Jackson, NJ. From a very young age, he had a love for playing sports and was quite an impressive athlete. Cory played competitively on elite traveling basketball and soccer teams as well as on his high school varsity teams. He demonstrated his leadership abilities as captain of many of those teams. As a collegiate basketball player in his freshman year at Gettysburg College, Cory tragically suffered a massive stroke caused by an unknown AVM (Arteriovenous Malformation) in his brain that ruptured, leaving him completely paralyzed on his left side. With his focus on playing basketball again, Cory dug deep into his soul and came out working harder than he ever did for anything in his life. He was determined to overcome this extraordinary obstacle and get back on the basketball court. And overcome it he did! Cory believes that everything happens for a reason, which is a theme that runs through the movie made about his life, ‘1000 to 1: The Cory Weissman Story'. @coryweissman3 https://www.coryweissman.org/ Table of Contents 3:23- The day that changed Cory’s life forever. 6:14- Cory’s unlikely HINGE moment unfolded days after tragedy struck. 9:33- The decision from day one to get back onto the basketball court. 10:08- The process of his comeback decision. 13:47- When Cory finally made it back onto the basketball court. 16:14- The unplanned ending to Cory’s first college game. 21:14- How his worst day became a blessing. 25:36- The biggest impact Cory’s story has had on others. 29:40- The message for others to help them through their hardest times. 32:50- The gifts Cory’s been given through his tragedy. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Mory & Denise- Running Across Indiana- 382 miles! Mory Bailey- Started ultra-distance running in 2010. Completed multiple distances 50ks to 100ks driven by the “what if” mindset testing both physical and mental endurance. Eventually answered the call of the “hundo” in 2014. In 2015, she set out to complete five 100 mile races in 8 months, and since then over 30 ultras; 11 of them being 100 milers. As she celebrates her 2nd year of being a cancer warrior, in November 2018 she crossed Indiana, 382 miles from south to north. Denise Poynter- is a wife and mother to six children. She has completed over 30 full-marathons, 9- 50 milers, and IT 100, st. pats 24 hr race, kettle 100, and the Jag 100. She supported Mory during her crossing of Indiana, South to North. TOC- 4:55- “Never giving up…not thinking about the pain”; Mory and Denise define what Mental Toughness has meant for them. 6:44- Mory’s WHY for running 382 miles through Indiana. 8:46- The tough moments that tested Mory and Denise’s mental toughness on their long run. 12:20- Changing your focus when that negative voice creeps in. 14:01- The standout memory from crossing Indiana. 19:00- The inspirational bridge that the ladies crossed on their journey. 20:46- The planning, down to the MINUTE, that Mory put into all 382 miles of Indiana Crossing for a Cure. 24:00- How to train your brain to respond when you need it most. 29:06- Denise’s motivation for running and her “thought planning” technique. 30:46- What Denise learned about being mentally tough through those 100-mile races. 33:22- Mory’s lesson from all her races: Patience and a helping hand are always needed. 36:55- What Mory has to say about fueling your goals by others. 38:43- Denise’s life lessons she learned from running. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

J.P. Neurbun- Calling UP! 3:14- “Focus on the controllables” and “Act in accordance with our principles”, two principles to JP’s mental toughness philosophy. 4:36- How to focus on those controllables when there’s so many outside distractions. 7:58- The inspiration behind JP’s new book and why he believes it’s great for all coaches. 10:15- A transformational leadership system you could apply today. 11:50- The right way to give your players ownership in practice and on game day. 13:13- Getting to know your athlete’s as people NOT just players. 15:13- The BIGGEST mistake coaches make when trying to build a team culture. 17:20- Why coaches aren’t making the necessary changes for the success they want. 19:06- JP’s HINGE moment that came from opening up and prioritizing the right values. 23:48- Why JP’s book is so valuable for coaches. 25:15- The strategy JP uses for successful book writing. 27:06- The “Jerry Seinfeld calendar trick” that helped JP progress through his book writing. Check out the book here... https://thriveonchallenge.com/books/ ----more---- Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Coach Matt Deggs- Sam Houston State Baseball In his first four seasons as head coach, he has led the Bearkats to 3 Southland Conference Championships, 2 NCAA regional appearances, and 1 NCAA Super Regional appearance in 2017, which was the first in school and Southland Conference history. More than the wins and losses, Deggs believes in building men through his transformational coaching style. His message in a post-game press conference after their season-ending loss to Florida State in the 2017 NCAA Super Regionals went viral reaching more than 50 million people across the world. @CoachDeggs28 3:40- The hard truth Matt had to face to put him on his journey. 9:30- “It will humble you.”, Matt talks about his lowest point. 11:07- Why his lowest point was not his "rock bottom." 14:34- With new opportunities, comes new challenges; Matt talks about the temptations of his new location. 17:00- The blessing Matt found when moving to his new home in Lafayette. 18:34- Matt speaks about the stages of grief he cycled through and why anger was so prevalent in his life. 19:34- How his daughter became the final change coach Matt needed. 24:34- The coaching philosophy Matt developed from his 430-day transformation. 27:39- One of Matt’s “God winks” that told him to keep moving on. 29:58- Tying your identity to who you are, NOT what you do. 33:20- What to do when that “I’m not good enough” feeling overcomes you. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Kenzie Holmstead- is the team @runeverythinglabs Director. You can follow her on Instagram 3:00- “Having the mental fortitude to push on…”, Kenzie’s definition of Mental Toughness. 4:00- How Kenzie turned a bad circumstance into her HINGE moment by choosing to put herself first. 6:10- Packing up and moving out: The steps Kenzie took to find herself. 7:27- What Kenzie discovered through her big move and simply giving herself time. 8:40- The female struggle to find mental strength. 11:04- Kenzie’s BIG tip for mental toughness that comes from within. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Casey Wright is the founder of the Ninja Zone. Now in over 300 locations. Casey is a former Olympic level gymnastics coach turned entrepreneur who took her parents’ “cartwheel shop” and turned it into an internationally known licensing and curriculum development company, as well as 6 Indy area corporate stores. Mom and Bonus-Mom of 4 kiddos, and a member of IBJ’s Indianapolis 40 Under 40. 3:07- “Being aware and trusting in yourself”, how Casey describes what being mentally tough means to her. 5:16- Who is “Panicky Penny”? And what Casey does to shut out negativity. 9:38- How being a parent has made Casey a more aware and stronger person all around. 11:28- How Casey has used her mental toughness to become such a successful entrepreneur. 13:38- The BIGGEST risks Casey has taken in her career. 15:37- A simple compliment from her neighbor became a big HINGE moment. 18:43- Where the NinjaZone passion comes from. 21:08- How Casey is trying to change the way we look at youth sports today. 23:03- Development vs. performance outcomes; the fundamentals Casey wants to teach at NinjaZone. 24:34- How NinjaZone can help get a young athlete’s creativity back. 27:52- Learning problem solving as a byproduct of play. 30:05- The benefit of young athletes making their own rules. 33:38- The mission for parents at NinjaZone. 36:02- What the payoff SHOULD be in youth sports. 38:54- The vision for NinjaZone’s future. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Greg Sinche- From a Stroke at Age 5 to an Ironman Text DRROBBELL to 33444 for Mental Toughness Newsletter 3:28- Greg’s big HINGE moment that happened at just 5 years old. 5:58- How Greg overcame such a huge obstacle at such a young age. 7:15- Why the drive to “prove people wrong” can be such a BIG motivator for success. 8:30- “I deserve to be happy”…the battle with depression that came along with Greg’s journey. 11:50- What Greg learned about himself through pushing his limits. 13:20- “…It’s disproving that little voice in my head…”; Greg talks about the motivators that got him through the tough training days. 14:27- The physical challenges that Greg faces and how he mentally overcomes them. 18:30- THAT feeling of finishing an Ironman. 20:32- What really sticks out to an Ironman competitor looking back on the whole process. 22:14- Greg’s advice for attacking ANY challenge in front of you. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Text DRROBBELL to 33444 for Mental Toughness newsletter Joe Skovron- Long-time caddy to Rickie Fowler 3:05 Discipline, adversity, the ability to perform under pressure…Joe’s three components to Mental Toughness. 6:06- Where does preparation come into play with the mental toughness game? 7:05- Finding what works for you could be the key to YOUR success. 8:14- The mental components necessary for caddying. 10:08- How Joe moves on from mistakes at the moment. 14:35- How a chip on your shoulder could be a great asset. 19:53- What people might not understand when they watch elite golfers. 21:30- What separates the absolute BEST from the other top players?? 26:23- Joe’s HINGE moment; how he got started with Rickie Fowler. 30:00- What youth golf parents NEED to know. 35:10- The experience of a junior golf star. 42:05- Joe’s best memory from his successful career. (i.e., Tiger Woods) 48:42- Joe’s advice for building the mental toughness muscle. (i.e. Tiger Woods) 49:46- What it means to have a good attitude on the course. ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review... Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Iron Cowboy Podcast on 15 Minutes of Mental Toughness James Lawrence is an athlete, husband, proud father of four daughters and a son. Currently holds two world record in 70.3 and 140.6 triathlon racing. But, His greatest achievement was 50 Ironman courses, 50 consecutive days, through all 50 States. 50-50-50. Check out the documentary Iron Cowboy's website- https://www.ironcowboy.com/ 3:58- “Doing what you say you’re going to do…”, what THE Iron Cowboy says being mentally tough means. 5:46- Who became the biggest role players in the Iron Cowboy’s journey? 6:48- What happens when the Iron Cowboy reaches his mental and physical limits? 8:14- “We are our toughest critics.”, James talks about that negative inner voice we all deal with. 10:57- How the Iron Cowboy deals with negativity when naysayers are ready to pounce. 15:01- What’s next?? James discusses the question he receives all the time concerning his future career. 16:40- He sat on what for 10 days?! The Iron Cowboy describes one of his big HINGE moments. 20:05- The 1 thing James says is holding you back! 23:15- How does the mental toughness developed from all of the physical training translate into the day-to-day? 24:29- What are the next steps YOU can take right NOW to accomplish your goals?? Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Rob Bent-is a scientist and co-founder of Som Sleep, the first and only ready-to-drink sleep supplement that is NSF Certified for Sport. Rob received BS and MS degrees in Food Science from the University of Florida and an MBA from the NYU Stern School of Business. After five years of focusing on innovative beverage platforms for Brooklyn-based flavor house Virginia Dare, Rob moved out of the lab to spearhead that company’s beverage business for two years before helping launch Som Sleep in 2017. Show Notes & Times 3:48- “Where strength and flexibility meet…”, Rob’s definition of mental toughness. 4:45- The vision behind SOM sleep and how Rob set out to solve the horrible sleep epidemic. 8:02- Solving the numerous preventers of good sleep; why Rob and his team took a 3-tier approach. 10:10- Rob discusses the stigma behind struggling to get a good night’s sleep. 12:14- Why Mental Toughness is so valuable in entrepreneurship. 15:28- From making it in his kitchen, to requests from pro athletes…Rob’s HINGE moment with SOM sleep. 17:47- SOM Sleep in “Sports Illustrated”. 22:48- “We have now sold over 250,00 nights of sleep”; Rob talks to the impact of SOM. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

John Shegerian- CEO Som Sleep- Profit with Purpose John Shegerian is the CEO of Som Sleep, a drink formulated to help individuals achieve better, more restorative sleep. John is a serial social entrepreneur who focuses on solving global problems through game changing innovation to build successful, socially responsible companies. Shegerian co-founded Homeboy Tortillas and Homeboy Industries, which serves as a paradigm for urban renewal in America, he is also the creator of the popular Bulldog Root Beer brand, co-founded FinancialAid.com, filling the financial aid gap for higher education and generating one of the most successful student loan companies in the country, and Addicted.com one of the largest web resources for those seeking help for addictions online. He is also the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of ERI, the United States’ leading recycler of electronic waste and the world’s largest IT asset disposition (ITAD) and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company and the co-founder of The Marketing Masters, a digital marketing and web development company that builds effective marketing campaigns. Shegerian is a member of the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business’ Initiative for Global Environmental Leadership (IGEL) Advisory Board and was named the Clean Tech Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern California by Ernst & Young. 4:35- “Faith is the MOST critical element of mental toughness”, what John says it takes to get to the finish line. 7:43- The real reason why John’s companies are so successful. 10:26- Connecting his WHY to his faith, how John keeps the dream going. 11:35- In recovering from addiction John found his purpose and his HINGE moment. 13:41- How John turned his struggle into destigmatizing society. 15:45- A personal need for better sleep transformed into an amazing product, Som Sleep! 19:23- Why Som Sleep is a way to solve the “Insomnia Generation” problem. 23:24- How John is changing the “No Sleep” culture in our society today. 24:58- Mental Toughness is “a daily practice”, we must work the muscle! Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Coach McKeefery, M.A., MSCCC, CSCS*D, is the VP of Performance and Education for PLAE and has been working as a strength and conditioning coach at the Professional and Collegiate level for over 20 years. McKeefery was named Collegiate Strength Coach of the Year in 2008 & 2016, and has had the privilege of working with over 80 players that have gone on to play in the NFL. In addition to a successful coaching career, McKeefery is also the best-selling author of CEO Strength Coach. Table of Contents 3:08- “The ability to perform at the highest level no matter the circumstances”; Ron’s true definition of MENTAL TOUGHNESS. 5:59- Ron on navigating those higher levels of performance. 7:29- How to grow the muscle of Mental Toughness. 10:30- As a 7-year-old, Ron decided to take a different way home that led him to his HINGE moment. 18:10- From a rough childhood to highly successful strength coach, what drove Ron to change his path? 20:26- Ron’s answer for those who told him, “You can’t.” 23:00- What happened when coach asked his players if they were NFL material? 27:55- The 3 BIG questions coach asks all his players. 32:23- The impactful phone calls that changed the game for Ron as a strength coach. 35:54- How Ron compartmentalizes work so he can be his BEST self at home. 39:46- One thing Ron says we need to know to build Mental Toughness. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Ted Rath- NFL Strength Coach of The Year- No Rank to a Good Idea Ted Rath enters his second season with the Los Angeles Rams. He enters his 10th season at the pro level, previously as an assistant strength coach for the Miami Dolphins and Detroit Lions. Prior to joining the Rams, Rath was named assistant strength and conditioning coach in Miami for the 2016 season. Before his stint with the Dolphins, he spent seven seasons (2009-15) with the Detroit Lions as an assistant strength and conditioning coach. 3:12- What is Mental Toughness to Ted? 4:11- Can you develop Mental Toughness? 6:22- What helps athletes overcome adversity? 7:55- How Ted coach’s players through adversity to better prepare them for game day. 10:40- What’s the culture like among an NFL staff? 12:12- Being vulnerable can actually make you a better leader. 13:18- Ted’s HINGE moment. 16:08- How getting fired helped to re-center Ted’s focus. 19:56- What people don’t know about the life of a strength coach in the NFL. 21:53- How to maintain life balance with no off days. 23:43- Keeping work at work and letting it go when you get home. 25:54- Something everyone can do to improve their Mental Toughness. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Morgan Bergren is 24 and a Professional Volleyball Player for VC Wiesbaden. She is a graduate of the University of Kentucky. Her third year of professional volleyball she adopted a minimalist lifestyle. "When I come home I am overwhelmed by all of the material things I have accumulated over the years. Getting to travel with only two suitcases has helped me appreciate a more minimalistic lifestyle. I'm still growing and learning exactly what that means for me, but I do know I would rather collect more memories than more stuff. I'm currently working to apply this approach to more areas of my life, and to just keep it simple by loving God and loving others" 3:14- What is mental toughness to Morgan? 5:30- The conversation you have to have with yourself. 6:30- Mental toughness as a team component. 9:07- The unknown of a new team. 10:32- Morgan’s faith and how it guides her 12:37- AO1. Why this saying changed Morgan’s game for the better. 14:23- Morgan’s #HINGE moment. 17:33- Why faith found Morgan in college. 21:22- Knowing your WANTS vs your NEEDS. 24:30- Decluttering your brain. 32:40- Why is it easier to help out a teammate and not ourselves? 33:55- The one thing Morgan says we can do to improve our Mental Toughness. Join The Mental Toughness Newsletter and TEXT DRROBBELL to 33444 ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Chase Wright is a Professional Golfer who will be a rookie on the PGA Tour in 2018/2019 season. He won the Rust-Oleum Championship on the web.com tour in 2018. He is a Graduate of Indiana University and All Big Ten player. He's been a professional golfer since 2012 and has played all across the world where he has succeeded and failed. 3:17- What is Mental Toughness to Chase? 8:00- Working on patience and attitude for success. 11:50- Morning routine and evening unwind. 14:00- “No one ever talks about the deep dark times”, Chase acknowledges more than just the successes. 14:54- Chase’s Hinge moment with Q School. 16:18- How soon does success turn into focusing on the next? 19:45- How to get to that NO FEAR point. 22:20- Staying disciplined in your mental routine to remain decisive on the course. 23:57- Embracing failures to become Mentally Tough. 26:48- “You only play bad when you let yourself play bad." the importance of a positive attitude. 32:03- Managing free time and life on the tour. ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on itunes and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Sarah Piampiano grew up as a nationally ranked runner and ski racer. After college she went to Wall Street, where she worked long hours in investment banking, before discovering triathlon in 2009 on a bet. Almost overnight, went from smoking 2 packs of cigarettes per day to jumping head first into the triathlon world, and at the end of 2011 she left her job in finance and began training and racing full time as a professional long-course triathlete. Since then she's won 3 ironman titles, 6 70.3 titles, been ranked 3rd in the world in Ironman racing in 2016 and 2017 and finished 7th at the Hawaii Ironman in 2015 and 2016. Her goal is to win the Ironman World Championships in Kona. 3:55- What is Mental Toughness to Sarah? 4:58- Always finish what you start. You must adjust your goal! 6:35- Sarah’s philosophy on training success. 9:13- How to be the best in the world at what you do. 12:45- From investment banker to elite triathlon competitor; Sarah’s Hinge Moment. 17:03- Where does the belief to change your entire life come from? 18:30- The benefit to putting yourself in stressful situations. 20:50- The experience of SUCCESS. 23:07- Why it’s important to enjoy the process… 25:30- How Sarah deals with lows and negative thoughts in her races. 28:05- “I just told myself, she is NOT going to pass me…”; dueling it out even though you’re not feeling great. 31:24- You NEED to do THIS if you want to get this most out of yourself. Website Links www.sarahpiampiano.com @SarahPiampiano https://sosrehydrate.com/ https://getsom.com/ ENTER MENTALTOUGHNESS for 15% off at SOS Rehydrate ENTER DRROBBBELL at Getsom.com for 15% off. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Jerred is the Founder & CEO of End of Three Fitness. Jerred did a murph workout every week for an entire year. He's written the book Garage gym athlete and he advocates cold showers for building Mental Toughness. He is the former Physical Training Leader and Unit Fitness Program Manager in Air Force Special Operations Command and head coach here at End of Three Fitness. With his team, Jerred and EO3 have now helped over 5,000 athletes see results. Jerred spends most of his time coaching and programming for athletes and working with other coaches to help develop their skills to be the most well-rounded coaches possible. 4:08-How to be a better human today. 5:28- Meet Yourself Saturdays 7:10- Discovering yourself through “inner chatter”. 9:25- The BEST way to do the Murph workout. 11:20- Being able to recognize resistance. 12:22- Mental Toughness is doing what you want to do, but harder. 14:00- How choosing the path of leadership became Jerred’s HINGE moment. 16:14- Being comfortable means missing out on opportunities. 19:30- What’s something you could do every day for a year?? 21:09- 3 minutes of freezing cold can prove you Mentally Tough. 24:10- Why an all or nothing mentality may destroy you. 26:05- The mental shift that helps you bounce back from mistakes. 28:55- How to celebrate your wins big AND SMALL. 30:48- Get out of that comparison trap! 33:50- Simple advice to becoming more Mentally Tough: Try Harder! Websites: endofthreefitness.com garagegymathlete.com SOS REHYDRATE- Enter Mental Toughness at check out for 15% off. Thanks for listening and subscribing. Please share and leave a quick review. It really helps! Want to join the newsletter? Text drrobbell to 33444 Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Todd Gongwer is the author of Lead For God's Sake. He has spent over 25 years building his expertise in leadership and team dynamics through a broad range of business, entrepreneurial and collegiate basketball coaching experiences. His powerful leadership and cultural development principles have been embraced by some of the most successful leaders in business and education, along with countless coaches and athletes from championship programs in the NCAA, NBA, MLB and NFL. The impact from Todd’s message has also been featured by ESPN Magazine, ESPN.com, Bleacher Report and Forbes.com. Todd continues to work with some of the top coaches and business leaders in America, and is a popular speaker for major universities, sports organizations, teams and companies throughout the country. He lives in Indiana with his wife and three children Kaden, Kira, and Wadson. Lead For God's Sake- https://amzn.to/2Jz9NsA 3:00- What is Mental Toughness? 4:22- Battlefield of the Mind 6:22- What is the Truth? 7:32- Pattern in The Word 8:20- Where do the bad thoughts really come from? 9:35 What’s my calling? 11:33- Todd’s HINGE Moment with the book. 14:28- “Why you do what you do, has to align with why you’re here on this earth.” 16:18- “You pegged my life.” Why Todd’s book has had such an impact on so many coaches and executives. 18:02- What’s the big deal if the worst thing happens? 21:06- How do we stay connected to our PROCESS and our WHY? 23:48- How climbing ladders makes it harder to not only tell but hear the truth. 26:40- How do we find people to point out our blind spots and tell us the truth? 29:00- What’s the Invite The Stuff mean? Website Links: Lead For God's Sake- https://amzn.to/2Jz9NsA www.KardiaTG.com SOS REHYDRATE- Enter Mental Toughness at check out for 15% off. Thanks for listening and subscribing. Please share and leave a quick review. It really helps! Want to join the newsletter? Text drrobbell to 33444 Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Luke is a speaker, endurance adventurer and mindset coach. He has run through the Sahara desert, down Mt Everest, and through a tropical forest in China without any food, water, money, and with a plane to catch. In 2015, Luke completed a self-created ‘Ultimate Triathlon’ from Morocco to Monaco. This 2000km in 12 day cross-continental adventure pushed both his mind and body to their limits and beyond. An award winning documentary was made about this world first feat, and Luke was mentioned in Forever Sports magazine’s 50 fittest athletes in the world for 2016. Luke has completed all these challenges, and many more, after battling with depression, and retiring because of physical injuries from a professional soccer career. 3:00- You prepped for 4 years and just 2 days before the event, a major change happened! How did you deal? 8:19- We all make mistakes, and your crew had some issues as well, as you did, in your race. How did you cope with those setbacks with your team? 12:20- Why don't you get upset? 14:05- Is mental toughness and dealing with setbacks a muscle that you can build? 15:02- I visualized everything that could go wrong. 16:35- You tear your quadricep in the race, how did you're focusing on others actually help you? 19:30- You can always just take one step! 24:00- Your Hinge moment was the decision to actually do the Ultimate Triathlon!! 28:47- How did you seek help from depression? 34:12- Here's what we all need to understand about the key to failure!! Website Links: The Ultimate Triathlon MOVIE- https://luketyburski.com/speaking/ https://luketyburski.com/coaching/ Social Media @Luketyburski This interview is extremely humbling. If you LOVE this podcast, please share it, leave a review, and subscribe. Cheers, Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Martin Rooney is the founder of Training For Warriors. An internationally recognized trainer, speaker, author and pioneer of strength and conditioning, Martin holds a Master of Health Science and Bachelor of Physical Therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science from Furman University. Martin was a four-time All Conference, and four-time MVP performer in Track and Field at Furman and a member of the United States Bobsled team. Since the foundation of the TFW system, Martin has traveled around the world to train, compete, and conduct seminars and help prepare world class athletes and coaches. Martin has been the martial arts consultant to the NY Giants and the NY Jets and a coach on the IFL World Team Champion New York Pitbulls. Martin is currently a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under UFC fighter Ricardo Almeida and a black belt in Kodokan Judo under Olympian Teimoc Johnston-Ono. He has written eight books called “The Book of 5 Things,” “Rooney’s Rules”, “Train to Win”, “Success Patterns”, “The Team Renzo Gracie Workout”, “Training for Warriors”, “Warrior Cardio” and “Ultimate Warrior Workouts." 2:00- What is Mental Toughness? 3:30- How do we train the mental toughness muscle? If people just did this one step! 5:30- How a coach builds another's mental toughness! 7:00- The precise steps a coach needs to take to build someone's mental toughness. 8:52- How the Salad Bar line builds mental toughness. 12:15- Mental Toughness is "doing what we don't want to do." Into the Roar! 15:45- The Hinge Moment of Coach Rooney happened as a 7th grader! 21:16- One impact story of Alisha, a Training for Warrior, who is still fighting cancer! 23:00- The one thing that STOPS Mental Toughness! Alisha has become a model for others! 28:00- How coach Rooney flips the script on the host! https://www.trainingforwarriors.com/ Into The Roar Podcast Hope you enjoy this podcast interviuew. If you like it, please subscribe and leave a review. Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Todd Hollowell is a full-time touring bass professional on the FLW Tour. In 2018, he will enter into his 7th season on the FLW Tour where he has seven Top-20 finishes, highlighted by a 4th Place at Lake Norman in 2016 and a 2nd place at the Costa Championship in 2017. Todd is a 2x-Forrest Wood Cup qualifier, 4x-Costa Championship qualifier, and 2x BFL All-American qualifier. 1:40- Most people have NO IDEA about this part of Fishing. 3:30-Please Walk us through a 10 hour tournament day. 6:14- How does Mental Toughness impact fishing? 7:20- Stuff actually in our control as a fisherman. 10:14- How important is confidence and momentum? 11:40- How do you let go of mistakes and move on? (LIGMO) 13:00- Your hinge moment of becoming a professional fisherman and getting a sponsor. 16:10- "I just threw my name in a hat." 17:15- How does your vision impact your mental toughness? 19:07-Helping others get into the sport helps you as well? 21:51- One thing people need to know about becoming mentally tough? Website - www.toddhollowell.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ToddHollowellFishing/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/toddhollowell Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/todd_hollowell/ Hope you enjoy! Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Gary Brackett was an undrafted free-agent in 2003 and won a SuperBowl with the Colts in 2006. He played in the NFL for nine (9) seasons. Gary earned his MBA and is a restaurateur and speaker. His goal is to have 50 Stacked Pickle restaurants in 5 years. Gary has a book which will also be a movie titled: Winning: From Walk-On to Captain in Football and Life. What is Mental Toughness?- :00 Why Gary practiced with the linemen.- 3:20 Mantra of "give me what you got."the skills that transfer from sport to life.-3:41 The toughest thing that Gary overcame in life.-4:23 "I wasn't a football player! I was CDO- Chief Defense Operator."- 8:08 NO GAS- No One Gives A S____ - 9:24 The goal as an entrepreneur and restaurateur. How do football skills transfer? - 14:32 The Mental Toughness piece of advice for EVERYONE. - 15:35 Websites: http://www.garybrackett.org/ http://garybrackett.com/ https://stackedpickle.com/ Hope you enjoy! Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Wil is the owner of Force Fitness and Performance in Bloomington, IN. Force Fitness has been open since 2008. Force boasts an impressive track record of success with 90 + athletes earning Division I scholarships and nearly 225 athletes moving on to compete at the NCAA level in Division I, II, III. Athletes from professional football, basketball, baseball, soccer and track and field have trained with Wil and his team of coaches at Force Fitness. In addition to being a business owner, Wil has been an author of numerous books and training products for athletes and weightlifters alike including Complete Olympic Lifting Handbook. Wil is the creator of the Certified Weightlifting Performance Coach Course, with nearly 1000 certified coaches around the world, using his teaching progressions. Wil has also contributed to publications like Men’s Health, Women’s Health, and T-Nation. In this episode- 15 minutes of Mental Toughness How did Wil Fleming’s son power him to a national record in Weight Lifting? The impact of the last “real” conversation Wil had with his mom. The precise way to FOCUS during important competitions. Do we need to fail in order to have success? How to rebound from not losing for over 2 years? Visit Wil- Force Fitness and Performance or instagram.

Derick Grant played basketball professionally for nine years, eight of them for the World Famous Harlem Globetrotters. He played his college basketball at The College of New Jersey where he finished with 1,542 career points and was an NABC All-American. Derick received his Bachelors Degree in Business Leadership, graduating with a Magna cum Laude honors, and completed his Masters degree in Organizational Management. Derick has worked with numerous NBA, WNBA, and Collegiate all-Americans. http://www.derickgrantbasketball.com/ How an Escalator changed his life forever and became a HINGE moment! (don’t miss this). What nobody knows about being a globetrotter. What is Microwave Success? One huge technique to build Mental Toughness. How can we spot it?

Jon Busch has played in over 500 Major League Soccer mtches for a number of teams. One of his best seasons was in 2008 when he was named MLS Goalkeeper of the Year. As of the end of the 2015 season, Busch ranks fourth in MLS history in number of shutouts. Hear his take on Mental Toughness Mindset of Keepers? 1:10 How build Mental Toughness? 2:25 What learned most from Sport Psychologist? 2:40 How-to let go of mistakes? 5:00 It’s NOT who get’s there 1st.- 10:18 The next level mentality.-14:57 Your Tom Brady moment (not what you think)?- 19:35

Mexican footballer who last played as a midfielder for Indy Eleven. He is known as "El borrego." He was capped for the Mexico national football team 146 times, making him the joint-second highest appearance makerfor El Tri after Claudio Suárez. He represented the nation at the 2002, 2006 and 2010 FIFA World Cups and has won three CONCACAF Gold Cup tournaments. What is Mental Toughness? 1:20 What is takes to be a professional. 3:00 Working on Mental Game. 4:55 Getting CUT at age 14. 6:30 “You’re not good enough.” 10:51 Signing the wrong contract. 11:45 What you need to know about building mental toughness. 16:30 Is it hard to transition from a professional soccer player? 18:48

Mark Immelman does play-by-play broadcasting for the PGA Tour on Sirius XM PGA Tour Radio and hosts his “On the Mark” podcast on pgatour.com. In addition to his duties at Columbus State, Immelman is the main instructor at the Mark Immelman Golf Instruction working with a plethora of professionals including Trevor Immelman (younger brother, 2008 Masters Champion), Larry Mize (1998 Masters Champion), Louis Oosthuizen (2010 British Open Champion) and many other PGA, European, Nationwide and Africa’s Sunshine tours professionals. How a Call from Gary Player the night before the final round helped brother Trevor Immelman win the Masters- 1:00 As an All-American in college, losing to his younger brother was a Hinge Moment- 6:25 The BEST part about being a Coach? – 10:10 Being a coach is a tremendous responsibility! 11:15 What is the biggest take-a-way for being a good communicator? 11:44 What do people NEED to know in order to be Mentally Tough? 15:08 The spiritual side of being a PGA Tour broadcaster. 19:20 Why do players switch putters so often? 24:02 Getting back to your neutral. 24:58

Coach Joey Burton is a 13-year seasoned coach and trainer, having worked with athletes at all skill levels. Joey’s coaching experience at various stages of an athlete’s development has allowed him to identify and develop an athlete’s specific training needs. Joey Burton has trained NBA talent, including Yogi Ferrell and Evan Turner, among others. He’s coached Division 1 NCAA Athletes, and consulted with entire NCAA teams and coaching staffs on skill development. :47- What is Mental Toughness? 6:20- What’s different about players that are or are NOT Mentally Tough? 9:00- The Hinge moment from college basketball to skill development! 10:00- The way coach builds trust with players. 14:03- A 1/3 3-pointers entire season to 7/10 3-pointers in championship game. 15:20- I got told “NO” a Lot. 17:20- When did you know you were on the right path? 20:00- Dealing with the financial stress 23:00- What is it that someone needs to do to build Mental Toughness?