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The Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast

The Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast

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The Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast dives into the stories of athletes who have overcome incredible challenges to achieve greatness. Hosted by Jeff Heggie and Tami Matheny, co-authors of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, this podcast explores the mindset, resilience, and strategies that lead to success both on and off the field. Discover powerful lessons and actionable insights to elevate your own game. Get a free copy of the book at www.JeffHeggie.com/freebook Get all of the resources from the book at www.ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/ChallengerDeepChallenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity Podcast Personal Development Personal Success
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  • 017: Dave Christensen | Your 4th Down – Why You Need to Go For It | Challenger Deep Podcast
    Aug 25 2025

    www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/dave-christensen


    Discover the powerful lessons of resilience, leadership, and mental toughness with veteran football coach Dave Christensen in this episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity. Dave, author of Your 4th Down – Why You Need to Go For It, shares insights from decades on the sidelines and explains why life’s toughest challenges are opportunities to grow stronger.

    From innovating high-powered offenses at Missouri to leading Wyoming through adversity, Christensen reflects on leadership, mindset, and the importance of pushing forward when it’s “4th down” in life. Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or leader, his wisdom will inspire you to take risks, embrace challenges, and never punt on your dreams.

    👉 Read the full blog recap: www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/dave-christensen
    📘 Get Dave Christensen’s book Your 4th Down – Why You Need to Go For It: https://amzn.to/4lLb5C8
    🎧 Explore more episodes of the Challenger Deep podcast: www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/challenger-deep
    💪 Build success habits with the 4 Week Win Challenge
    🌿 Save 25% on dōTERRA products and supplements: Confident Athlete Program dōTERRA Offer: https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25


    Get your FREE copy of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity at www.JeffHeggie.com/FreeBook


    Still trading time for money? Discover the proven wellness business that is creating residual income and time freedom for coaches and athletes: https://www.jeffheggie.com/opportunity

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    50 mins
  • 016: Rebuilding Mind and Body After Injury | A Story of Endurance, Purpose & Family
    Aug 11 2025

    Endurance. Purpose. Rebuild.
    When a devastating ACL injury ended his athletic career, Danjee Moser was forced to confront a painful question: Who am I without my sport?

    In this episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, Danjee shares his raw and powerful journey of rebuilding both his mind and body—and how a soul-searching hike through the Grand Canyon became the unexpected catalyst for a brand new life chapter.

    Now an endurance athlete, coach, and father, Danjee talks about discovering purpose through triathlon training, embracing adversity, and leading his family by example. His story is a masterclass in mental toughness, spiritual growth, and the resilience it takes to rise again.

    In this Episode:

    • The identity crisis after injury

    • How a Grand Canyon hike sparked transformation

    • Shifting from team sports to endurance sports

    • The mindset behind “suffering well”

    • Rebuilding for himself and his family

    🎧 Full blog and resources: www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/danjee-moser

    🧠 4 Week Win Challenge: www.JeffHeggie.com/win
    💼 Learn about the dōTERRA business opportunity: www.JeffHeggie.com/leader
    🛒 Get 25% off dōTERRA products: www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25


    Become an Entrepreneur: https://www.jeffheggie.com/opportunity

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    45 mins
  • 015: Chad Busick: Build a Championship Mindset | Identity, Mental Toughness & Athlete Success
    Jul 28 2025

    Full Blog & Resources: https://www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/chad-busick

    In this episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, we sit down with Chad Busick, founder of Championship Mindset, to explore how elite athletes and coaches can develop unshakable mental toughness, build a strong identity, and thrive under pressure.

    Chad shares practical strategies and powerful stories from working with top high school, college, and pro-level athletes—revealing why mindset always beats skillset.

    📌 Topics covered in this episode:

    • How to build a championship identity

    • The role of coaches in shaping mindset and culture

    • Why athletes must separate performance from self-worth

    • Chad’s rock tumbler analogy: turning adversity into growth

    • Mental performance tips that create consistency and confidence

    If you’re a coach, athlete, or parent who wants to see long-term success built on character, discipline, and values—this episode is for you.

    🔗 Resources Mentioned
    → The 4 Week Win Challenge: https://www.JeffHeggie.com/win
    → Get 25% off dōTERRA supplements: https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25
    → The Confident Athlete Store: https://www.ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/store


    Learn about the dōTERRA Business Opportunity: https://www.jeffheggie.com/leader

    📲 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more interviews with world-class coaches, athletes, and mental performance experts.

    #ChadBusick #ChampionshipMindset #AthleteSuccess #MentalToughness #ChallengerDeepPodcast #AthleteIdentity #ConfidentAthlete

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    39 mins
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