Michael Ceely's High Performance Podcast

Brenda K Reynolds is a 2-time best-selling author, a TEDx and international speaker, and the founder of BKR Consulting. With a background in corporate leadership and business, Brenda helps her clients lead with clarity and confidence during times of change. Brenda’s journey of tumultuous transition during the 2008 financial crash forged her philosophy of “the power of the pause” which she uses in her consulting business, empowering leaders to respond rather than react. Executives, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and other high performers will love this episode and take away valuable nuggets of wisdom from a woman who turns fog into clarity. Brenda’s latest book, 5 Frogs: Reflections on the Road to Resilience, outlines an insightful acronym using the word FROGS to illustrate the process of change:F. REAKING OUTR. EFLECTING & RESPONSIBILITYO. VERCOMING OBSTACLESG. ROWINGS. OVEREIGN SELFBrenda explains how all people can use this model of change to transform their lives in a positive and healthy way.About Brenda K Reynolds:Website: https://www.brendakreynolds.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendakreynoldsBrenda’s books: https://www.brendakreynolds.com/authorBrenda’s TEDx talk: https://youtu.be/7JZMfUHuTo4---About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comRewire Fitness: https://rewirefitness.appGet 20% off Rewire Fitness (affiliate link): https://rewirefitness.app/order/?special-offer=michaelceely20Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Dr. Kimberly Wagner explains how sport psychology works and how performance psychology skills apply to all high performers, in the business world and beyond. Her background working with Major League baseball players, combined with her experience in her clinical practice, has allowed Dr. Wagner to formulate skills and techniques that allow people to create massive positive change. Dr. Wagner’s online course, Believe It, Achieve It, incorporates all of her expertise into a highly-focused learning environment that helps athletes, entrepreneurs, executives, business owners and others perform at a higher level.  Introduction - Dr. Kimberly Wagner: 01:11What is sport psychology: 02:14Dr. Wagner’s background in sport psychology: 04:18Sport psychology tips for baseball player: 09:42Psychotherapy vs. Coaching: 16:34Visualization: 19:08High Performance Psychology in the business world: 20:12Social and relationship skills in sports and business: 21:34Are you coachable? The willingness to learn: 23:56Dr. Wagner’s course, Believe It, Achieve It: 26:46Confidence: The number one secret to high performance: 31:03The power of self-talk: 31:30About Dr. Kimberly Wagner:Website: https://drkimwagner.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.kimberlywagner/ Dr. Wagner’s Course, Believe It, Achieve It: https://kimberly-wagner.mykajabi.com/believeitachieveit---About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comRewire Fitness: https://rewirefitness.app Get 20% off Rewire Fitness (affiliate link): https://rewirefitness.app/order/?special-offer=michaelceely20 Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

The power of a positive mindset is real! Lori Rogers shares her story of leveraging personal challenges into massive opportunity. Lori experienced a radical paradigm shift in her life when she was confronted with numerous challenges all at once. Then a serendipitous encounter introduced her to the power of positive thinking, which eventually led to the successful consulting business that she and her husband Neil run today.Their company, Positive Activity, uses six guiding principles to help transform their client’s lives and businesses:Changing Mindset To Change Your LifeExpectation & PatienceFestina Lente: Make Haste SlowlyAlways Do Your Best Believe In The Power Of Positive ThinkingLet Creativity Lead The WayThis episode with Lori Rogers will inspire you to positive action!About Lori Rogers:Website: https://www.positiveactivity.netInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiveactivitytmNeil Rogers’ book, Bar Tips: https://www.positiveactivity.net/bar-tips-bookPositive Activity™ Press & Media: https://www.positiveactivity.net/press-and-media---About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comRewire Fitness: https://rewirefitness.appGet 20% off Rewire Fitness (affiliate link): https://rewirefitness.app/order/?special-offer=michaelceely20Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Discover the power of gratitude for higher performance in athletics, business, or audacious endeavor. Gratitude rewires your brain to look for more opportunities, and gratitude also changes your body chemistry for better health and more energy. Take control of your mornings by practicing the powerful gratitude exercise mentioned in this episode of Michael Ceely’s High Performance Podcast.  About Rewire Fitness: https://rewirefitness.app Get 20% off Rewire Fitness (affiliate link): https://rewirefitness.app/order/?special-offer=michaelceely20 About Michael Ceely:https://www.michaelceely.com Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Listen as Dr. Peter Rios inspires us to raise the bar of excellence. His story of overcoming adversity and pushing through life’s roadblocks provides an example for us all. Through his company Peter Rios Consulting, he offers consulting, coaching, speaking and training to companies, organizations and universities. Peter will inspire you to maximize your life.  About Peter Rios:Website: https://www.peterriosconsulting.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drpeterriosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpeterrios Get Peter's book, Maximize: https://www.peterriosconsulting.com/maximize About Michael Ceely:https://www.michaelceely.com Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Justin Miller of Legends of Athletics talks about his coaching philosophy and the importance of coaches keeping it real with their athletes. Justin and host Michael Ceely discuss how sports is like life, in that you have a narrow window of opportunity to fulfill your potential. About Justin MillerWebsite: https://www.legendsofathletics.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@legendsofathletics About Michael Ceely:https://www.michaelceely.comDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Michael Ceely and Mental Performance Consultant Zoran Stojković of Kizo Performance analyze a case study of a tennis player who is struggling with anxiety. Listen to their insights on how athletes can master the mental game.Vignette Case Study: Name: “Andre Anxiety”Sport: TennisIssue: Andre, a 22-year-old professional tennis player, is ranked 100th in world. He feels stuck at this ranking and when he has an opportunity to advance he gets nervous before and during his matches, and plays below his ability. His coach and others agree he could be ranked in the top fifty. Andre has started avoiding matches where he could advance in the rankings. Andre says. “I am relaxed and confident in practice, but when the stakes are high, I get stuck in my head.”Background: Andre fell in love with tennis at age 10, after his dad took him to watch a professional match. His dad was also a top-ranked player in his day. Andre showed immediate natural talent and at age 12 he decided he wanted to be a pro tennis player. His parents supported his choice and Andre turned pro at age 16. He rose quickly through the ranks and broke the top-100 when he was 19. Andre’s coach continually praises and pushes him and told Andre, “You are so much more talented than I was; I know you can be the best in the world.” ABOUT ZORAN STOJKOVIC: https://www.kizo.caABOUT MICHAEL CEELY: https://www.michaelceely.comDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Michael King was top cyclist during what many call the Golden Age of American cycling, the 1980s and 1990s.Michael raced against the likes of Greg LeMond, Bernard Hinault, and rubbed shoulders (literally) with every elite cyclist of that time period. Winning over 150 races in his career, Michael rode for the Turin team out of Chicago, competing in iconic American races such as the Coors Classic in Colorado and SuperWeek in Wisconsin.After his cycling career, Michael became a top salesman in the bicycle industry working for companies like Pearl Izumi, Cliff Bar, and Bridgestone. During this time, Michael was diagnosed as bipolar. What followed was a difficult time, including mental health challenges, substance abuse problems, and finally, recovery.Today Michael King is happy, grateful and thriving. His journey serves as an example for all of us… an example of determination, resilience and hope. Topics Covered on the Podcast: American cycling history, sport psychology, racing strategy, mental health, substance abuse recovery.Iconic Cyclists Mentioned on the Podcast: Gary Doering, Larry Doering, Danny Van Haute, Gus Pipenhagen, Jack Simes, Mike Neel, George Mount, Jonathan Boyer, Morten Sæther, Gary Mulder, Davis Phinney, Tom Schuler, Andy Hampsten, Gerry Fornes, Bob Mionske, Tim Swift, Alan McCormack, Jeff Pierce, Mark WhiteheadTurin Bicycles in Chicago: https://www.turinbicycle.comTour of America’s Dairyland (ToAD): https://www.tourofamericasdairyland.comMental Health Resources:https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helplineAbout Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comWatch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/d5uernDlQ5IDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Michael Ceely and Tyler Pazik give an analysis of two hypothetical case studies, a swimmer and a basketball player. Watch as they break down the challenges these athletes face, and provide solutions. Michael offers a perspective through his counseling experience and Tyler provides strategies based on his sport psychology background.More about Tyler Pazik: https://www.pazikperformancegroup.com More about Michael Ceely:https://www.michaelceely.com Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Michael Ceely discusses a common problem in sports: inconsistent performance. In this episode of the podcast you’ll learn why athletes underperform, especially in high-stakes events. Listen as Michael suggests how the athlete in this scenario (a professional cyclist) can perform better. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/L2xf9xaPUPcAbout Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Coach Michael Ceely and champion duathlete Greg Pelican discuss how to set goals and stay motivated by using the S.M.A.R.T formula. Hone your sport psychology skills and get better results by setting better goals. Recorded at Naples Cyclery in Naples, Florida.About Greg Pelican: https://www.pelicanspaincave.comAbout Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comNaples Cyclery: https://www.naplescyclery.com/Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

The best motivational clips of the year, from Giro d’Italia winner Andy Hampsten, to high performance coaches, to athletes who transformed their lives, these clips will inspire you to achieve more. Learn about “The Pain Cave,” how to level up, and how mental performance apps can help keep you at your optimal state.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gaAGFS0sFe0Highlights:Giro d’Italia winner Andy HampstenDuathlon legend Greg PelicanElite cyclist Justin BoldeIvan Zurita, vegan athlete who lost 100 lbsCoach James BraveloveCoach Shawn ButtnerSun Sachs of Rewire FitnessPractice Growth HQ Podcast Interview------- About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_ceelyDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Ivan Zurita completely transformed his life when he decided to stop eating animals, go vegan, and lose 100 pounds. Ivan’s fitness success is testament to the power of his principles. He was determined to eat a vegan diet, get fit, and transform his health. He created non-negotiable habits that ensured a permanent lifestyle change. Now he’s an athlete who’s determined to reach even higher levels of fitness. Intro: 1:28Why Diets Don’t Work: 3:48Starting as a Vegetarian: 7:30Choosing to Go Vegan: 8:34Deciding to Go to the Gym: 11:304 AM Workouts: 12:59Workout Accountability: 14:29Exercise Builds Confidence: 15:07Being a Vegan Athlete: 19:29Michael’s Vegan Cyclist Story: 20:34Non-Negotiable Habits: 23:10Advice to Get Fit: 25:42Positive Self Talk: 31:06Formula to Reach Your Goal: 32:13Ivan and Bicycle Racing: 34:10The Power of Not Quitting: 39:14Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BSmNPZCF7koFOLLOW IVAN on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ivan_thegreat14MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:https://gulfcoastrunners.wordpress.comhttps://www.instagram.com/naples.velo-------About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_ceelyDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Perfectionism is a defense mechanism to protect you from failure. But… failure is part of winning. Learn two ways to defeat perfectionism so you can perform at your full potential.-------About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_ceelyDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Your sport will test your resolve to move forward. Do you quit or do you commit? That is the question.ALL THE GREAT ONES were TESTED. Michael Jordon MISSED THE CUT for Varsity in high school.   ✔️Cristiano Ronaldo ✔️Aaron Rodgers ✔️Christian Yelich ✔️Albert Pujols ✔️Hank Aaron  And the list goes on... OF LEGENDS who almost QUIT... but DIDN'T.  ------- About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_ceely Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Frequency is real. What you regularly focus on, who you hang out with, what kind of media you consume… all have an effect on your athletic performance. -------About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_ceelyDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Justin Bolde shares his inspiring story of becoming a nationally-ranked category 1 bicycle racer. Justin started his sports career in skateboarding and motocross, and got deep into the party lifestyle, smoking, drinking and letting his health go. Realizing he was headed down the wrong path, Justin discovered cycling and completely transformed his life. His compelling story serves as an example for anyone who wants to level up.Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lW-OSahRNwEFOLLOW JUSTIN BOLDE:YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@mr._wattzonINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mr._wattzonMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Naples Velo: https://www.naplesvelo.comTeam Waldo: https://www.instagram.com/teamwaldoracingRAGBRAI: https://ragbrai.comNational Cycling League (NCL): https://nclracing.com-------About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_ceelyDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

After his career as a professional skier ended with breaking his neck in 2012, James discovered a passion for entrepreneurship, spiritual growth, conscious relationships, and men’s work. James founded Alpha Rising Menswork to help men level up in all areas of life. He regularly transmits his message via his podcast, Men Doing the Work.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kW_P5ON60Fo--- More about James ---Alpha Rising: https://www.alpha-rising.comMen Doing the Work Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/men-doing-the-work-by-alpha-rising-menswork/id1634506042On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpharising.menswork-------About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_ceelyDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Shawn Buttner shares his inspiring journey. From working for the biggest names in the tech world to becoming a Certified High Performance Coach, Shawn embodies his philosophy of joy, growth and impact. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZFJzcHMkOdEMore about Shawn: https://www.shawnbuttner.comFree strategy session with Shawn: https://www.shawnbuttner.com/strat_session_applicationShawn's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPYGHMT5cuFigp3efE8FwNwPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-meaningful-revolution/id1637936725Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawnbuttnercoaching---About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_ceelyDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

Champion Duathlete Greg Pelican has over 50 years of experience in competitive sports. He shares his wisdom on sport psychology, training, peer groups, and how to get into the pain cave. Greg’s coaching business, Pelican’s Pain Cave, coaches athletes in triathlons, duathlons, cycling, running and swimming. He also provides bike fits, and running analysis.Watch interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/p4ZSVU0owKUPelican’s Pain Cave: https://www.pelicanspaincave.comOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PelicansPainCave---About Michael Ceely: https://www.michaelceely.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_ceelyDisclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.