Episodes

  • The Psychology of the Modern Athlete: The Impact of Social Media and Perception of Reality

    The Psychology of the Modern Athlete: The Impact of Social Media and Perception of Reality
    May 7 2025
    In this episode, hosts Steve and Jon dive deep into the psychology of modern athletes, emphasizing the impact of social media on athletes’ perceptions of reality and mental health. They discuss the transition from local to global comparisons and how it has led to increased pressures and altered motivations for young athletes. The conversation covers…
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    53 mins
  • Mastering Your Mind: 5 Keys to Stop Self-Sabotaging

    Mastering Your Mind: 5 Keys to Stop Self-Sabotaging
    Apr 15 2025
    The five insights discussed include recognizing self-sabotage, balancing exploration and commitment, building your own home field advantage, balancing caring deeply with letting go, and the importance of belonging over just fitting in. The episode highlights these concepts through relatable anecdotes and research studies, aiming to help listeners shift from a survival mode to a thriving…
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    19 mins
  • The Truth about Lactate Threshold | Your Comprehensive Guide

    The Truth about Lactate Threshold | Your Comprehensive Guide
    Apr 7 2025
    In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of lactate threshold, debunking common myths and explaining its significance in athletic performance. We discuss the science behind lactate production and utilization, looking at lactate curves and their role in determining endurance levels. The episode covers various methods to accurately measure lactate threshold and explains the…
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    32 mins
  • So You Want to Be a Champion: Part 3: How to Recover. How to Connect

    So You Want to Be a Champion: Part 3: How to Recover. How to Connect
    Mar 24 2025
    In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and Jonathan Marcus dive into the third part of their three-part series on becoming a champion. This segment, ‘How to Recover. How to Connect” focuses on the oft forgotten part of greatness: the team around you and the relationships you develop. Steve’s NEW Book…
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    58 mins
  • So You Want to Be a Champion: Part 2: How to prepare. How to Train

    So You Want to Be a Champion: Part 2: How to prepare. How to Train
    Mar 3 2025
    In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and Jonathan Marcus dive into the second part of their three-part series on becoming a champion. This segment, ‘How to Train,’ explores the nuances and complexities of transitioning from preparation to high-level training. They discuss the critical distinction between preparation and training, emphasizing the…
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    59 mins
  • So You Want to Be A Champion? Part 1: How to think How to Act.

    So You Want to Be A Champion? Part 1: How to think How to Act.
    Feb 24 2025
    In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, Steve Magness and Jon Marcus kick off a three-part series on what it takes to become a champion. They delve into the essential mindset and behaviors needed to succeed at the highest levels of athletic competition. Steve and John discuss the importance of long-term vision, delayed gratification,…
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Bonus Episode: The Biology of Winning and Losing…with a crazy twist!

    Bonus Episode: The Biology of Winning and Losing…with a crazy twist!
    Feb 6 2025
    A special bonus episode! We’re going to try something a bit different. We’re talking the mental side of sport, the biology of winning and losing, and much more. Except…your hosts aren’t Steve and Jon. They are AI. We fed Steve’s book, Win the Inside Game, to the algorithm to make a podcast, and quite frankly,…
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    16 mins
  • 266: Overcoming Choking and Underperformance: The Science and Psychology of Pressure

    266: Overcoming Choking and Underperformance: The Science and Psychology of Pressure
    Feb 3 2025
    In this episode, Steve Magness explores the psychology and science behind performance anxiety, choking, and the phenomenon known as ‘the yips’ in sports. Drawing on his experience working with top athletes from various sports, Steve delves into how stress responses can both help and hinder performance. Through a blend of personal stories, scientific research, and…
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    37 mins