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PPP 016 INSIDE THE MIND OF MICHAEL CHANG

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In Episode 016 of the Peak Performance Podcast, Ed Tseng talks with former World #2, French Open champion, youngest player to win a Grand Slam tournament, and one of Ed’s childhood heroes, Michael Chang.

In this exclusive interview, hear about Chang’s amazing run at the 1989 French Open and what was going on through his mind when he started cramping against Ivan Lendl. Ed and Michael also talk about life lessons that can be learned from sports.

Link to the Chang Family Foundation: http://mchang.com/

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PPP 015 From the Sochi Winter Games, US Luger, Preston Griffall

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In this podcast, Ed Tseng interviews American Luger, Preston Griffall (above, second from right) in Sochi at the Winter Olympics the day after Opening Ceremonies. Recorded over Skype, this conversation talks about the challenges of luge, the atmosphere in Sochi, and what it takes to have the mindset of an Olympian.

For more on Preston Griffall:

http://www.teamusa.org/Athletes/GR/Preston-Griffall

Twitter: https://twitter.com/prestongriffall

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PPP 014 CAM CALKOEN, CEREBRAL PALSY TO WORLD-CLASS SPRINTER

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In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, I have a true peak peak performer. Cam Calkoen was born with cerebral palsy and the doctors said he wouldn’t be able to walk and would spend his life in a wheelchair. Neither his parents nor Cam listened. He first learned to ride a bike, and then went on to become a world top 10 100m and 200m sprinter. Cam now travels the world inspiring others. I even give you a sneak peak at the behind the scenes conversation that Cam and I had before the recording. Enjoy!

More on Cam: www.camcalkoen.com

Cam on Twitter: @CamCalkoen

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PPP 013 BRAIN INJURY SURVIVOR, ANN ZUCCARDY

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In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, I speak with Ann Zuccardy, who is a brain injury survivor turned speaker.

What you’ll learn:

  • How a brain injury survivor can feel smarter than before her injury
  • The key to adaptation in the face of change
  • How we can all become more resilient
  • The secret to clarity and creativity
  • How to tap into our childlike state

More on Ann:

www.annzuccardy.com

Twitter: @AnnZuccardy

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PPP 012 Dicken Bettinger

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In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, I chat with one of my mentors and top experts in the psychological aspect of peak performance. Dicken works with high level business executives, individuals, and couples on how to get the most “juice” out of life and do their best when it means the most.

What you’ll learn:

  • How the zone can help you do your best in business, relationships, sports, school, and life
  • Why most people are so stressed and how you can avoid it
  • The way to flow and happiness

For more on Dicken, visit: www.3principlesmentoring.com

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PPP 011 JESSICA LONG, GOLD MEDALIST, PARALYMPICS

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In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, I speak with Jessica Long, 12-time gold medalist, 3-time ESPY winner, and Sullivan Award winner. Jessica has accomplished more things by the age of 21 that most never do in their lives…and Jessica has no legs from the knees down.

In this episode you will learn:

• What it’s like to be an athlete with a disability
• How great athletes overcome adversity
• Where Jessica’s desire comes from
• What mental toughness means to Jessica
• And much more!

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PPP 010 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS, LAUREN EMBREE AND OLIVIA JANOWICZ

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In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, I chat with National Champions, Lauren Embree and Olivia Janowicz of the University of Florida about the mental game.

What you’ll learn:

  • Lauren and Olivia’s experiences of the zone
  • Lauren and Olivia’s experiences of slumps
  • An example of a winning mindset after a heartbreaking loss
  • What it takes to perform with freedom and ease
  • And much more!

Follow Lauren and Olivia on Twitter!

Lauren Embree: @lembree888

Olivia Janowicz: @ohlivin

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PPP 009 CARLING BASSETT, FORMER WORLD #8 AND FORD MODEL

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In Episode 9 of the Peak Performance Podcast, I chat with the great Carling Bassett, former World #8 tennis player, and Ford Fashion model.

What you’ll learn:

  • What life was like during the early days at the Bollettieri Academy
  • Carling’s take on the pro tour
  • How tennis can teach life lessons
  • The day in the life of a model
  • The biggest challenges of being a professional athlete and fashion model

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PPP 008 WITH JORGE DYKSEN, QUADRUPLE AMPUTEE

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In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, I speak with quadruple amputee, Jorge Dyksen and his parents on the mental side of life and how happiness and success come from the inside.

What you’ll learn:

  • How The Dyksen Family found young Jorge in Panama, the home country of his idol, Mariano Rivera
  • How Mariano Rivera and other Yankees surprised Jorge during HOPE Week
  • The secret to making a difference in the world
  • The one thing that Jorge can’t do (or so he thinks)

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PPP 007 GARRET KRAMER, AUTHOR AND MENTAL PERFORMANCE COACH

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In Episode 7 of the Peak Performance Podcast, I speak with my good friend, Garret Kramer, author of “Stillpower” and the forthcoming, “Path of No Resistance.” He is also, in my opinion, the top mental performance coach on the planet. I truly enjoyed talking with him about the missing link in the mental game today in the sports world. Simple, yet game-changing.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • A simple understanding that all great athletes know
  • Where our behavior, feelings, and experience originate
  • What determines how long you stay in a slump
  • How to access the zone
  • Why traditional sport psychology and mental coaching strategies, techniques, tools, and routines are not necessary
  • Why results are not the most important thing

Link:

Garret Kramer: GarretKramer.com

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