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🎾 Jannik Sinner Is About To Change Tennis Forever?Ahead of Roland Garros, we break down the REAL training philosophy behind the world No.1’s rise, using credible sources, insights from his coaching team, and what we can learn from the evolution of modern tennis performance.Jannik Sinner doesn’t just look better physically… he looks completely different to the player we saw just a few years ago.From endurance and movement efficiency to strength, recovery and 5-set resilience, this episode explores why Sinner may be building the perfect body for modern tennis — and why Roland Garros could be the next major step in his takeover of the sport.We break down:• Sinner’s physical transformation• The training philosophy behind his rise• Darren Cahill’s influence on his development• Why his endurance now stands out so much• The importance of recovery and movement efficiency• How his preparation compares to Djokovic, Nadal & Alcaraz• Why modern tennis fitness is evolving fast⸻🏆 Roland Garros Is ComingCan Sinner dominate on clay and continue his rise at the French Open?⸻💪 The Training Behind The World No.1From strength and conditioning to movement, endurance and recovery — what actually makes an elite tennis athlete?⸻🎾 Modern Tennis Has ChangedThe game is faster, more physical, and more demanding than ever before. We explore why Sinner may represent the future of the sport.⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsListen Elsewhere: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast⁠⁠MindSets Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast⁠⁠Angus: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/anguscook⁠Charles: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast⁠⁠Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 - Intro01:56 - 2 Minute News03:37 - Jannick Sinner - Training Breakdown42:00 - Grind My Gears1:01:16 - The Game⸻KeywordsJannik Sinner training, Roland Garros 2026, French Open preview, tennis fitness, Darren Cahill, ATP training, tennis endurance, sports science, Djokovic training, Carlos Alcaraz, modern tennis, tennis conditioning, elite athlete training, sports podcast UK, tennis performance analysis⸻Hashtags#JannikSinner #RolandGarros #FrenchOpen #ATP #Tennis #TennisTraining #SportsScience #Djokovic #CarlosAlcaraz #MindSetsPodcast #TennisFitness #PerformanceTraining

🏃 Marathon World Records & The Biggest Week in Sport??This week’s episode is pure sports chaos! No segments, no filler, just the biggest stories in the world right now.We kick things off with one of the most insane moments in running history: TWO athletes breaking the marathon world record and the long-awaited 2-hour barrier being smashed.From there, we dive straight into the rest of the London Marathon - covering both elite racing and mass participation, with friend of the show George Grassly taking the mass win in 2:12.And that’s just the start…We also get into huge performances and headlines across sport: LeBron James putting on a show alongside his son, the Red Roses dominating the Women’s Six Nations, the 2026 NFL Draft, McLaren stepping into golf with Justin Rose, and Nelly Korda continuing her dominance with another major win.We also break down all the Hyrox Elite 15 results from the final major of the season in Warsaw — what it means for the sport and who’s making moves at the top level.After a huge rundown of the week, we move into “Grind My Gears” (with plenty of marathon-related frustrations), before wrapping things up with a classic Higher or Lower game.⸻🌍 The Biggest Week in SportWorld records at the London Marathon , NBA, rugby, golf, NFL, and more — everything you need to know, all in one episode.⸻🏃‍♂️ London Marathon & World Record DiscussionBreaking down historic performances, elite racing, and standout mass participation results.⸻🏋️ Hyrox Elite 15 Warsaw ReviewFull results and analysis from the final major of the season.⸻😤 Grind My GearsListener-submitted annoyances — marathon themed and beyond.⸻🎯 The Game: Higher or LowerAngus tests Charles (and you) with a fast-paced guessing game across sport and random knowledge.⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsListen Elsewhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast⁠\MindSets Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast⁠\Angus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscook\Charles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_\TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast⁠\Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 - Intro01:25 - News + Episode42:04 - Grind My Gears59:10 - Higher or Lower1:10:03 - Outro⸻Keywordsmarathon world record, sub 2 hour marathon, London Marathon 2026, George Grassly marathon, Hyrox Elite 15 Warsaw, LeBron James performance, Red Roses rugby, Nelly Korda Chevron Championship, Justin Rose McLaren golf, sports podcast, running podcast, endurance sport, Hyrox racing⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #LondonMarathon #MarathonWorldRecord #Hyrox #LeBronJames #RunningPodcast #EnduranceSport #SportsNews

Ellie Kildunne is one of the most dangerous players in rugby right now, but what actually makes her so good?In Episode 84, Angus and Charles break down her training, weekly structure, and how the Red Roses are setting the standard in elite sport.⸻📰 Two-Minute NewsThe biggest stories across sport right now:Key headlines and performancesQuick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop⸻🏉 Ellie Kildunne – Training & PerformanceWe break down what makes Ellie Kildunne so effective:The demands of playing fullbackWhy speed and decision-making are keyHer likely weekly training structureWhy taking Wednesday off is a performance advantageWe also discuss:Balancing gym, speed, skills, and conditioningWhy strength is still an area of developmentWhat most athletes get wrong about training and recovery⸻🌹 Red Roses – Elite Training SystemInside the England women's national rugby union team:How elite teams structure their weekWhy game-speed training mattersSkill execution under fatigueThe role of recovery and load management⸻🎯 The GameA tough general knowledge sports quiz to finish.Play along and see how many you can get right 👀⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsLinktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetspodcastSpotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/your-link⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast⁠Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersHystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)15% off with code: MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 Intro02:XX Two-Minute NewsXX:XX Ellie Kildunne DiscussionXX:XX Red Roses TrainingXX:XX Sports Quiz1:08:04 Outro⸻KeywordsEllie Kildunne training, Red Roses rugby, rugby training, elite athlete training, sports podcast UK, athlete mindset⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #EllieKildunne #RedRoses #RugbyTraining #WomenInSport #SportsPodcast #Rugby #6nations #sixnations

British athletes are making serious statements on the world stage, Hyrox is facing controversy, and cheating in CrossFit has taken a bizarre turn.In Episode 82, Angus and Charles cover a packed week of sport before diving into one of the most dominant middle-distance athletes in the world right now, Keely Hodgkinson.⸻📰 Two-Minute NewsWe open the episode with the biggest stories across sport right now:British success at the Indoor Athletics World ChampionshipsFinal Six Nations table and tournament takeawaysHyrox EMEA Regional Championships controversyCrossFit Open cheating scandal involving edited videosQuick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop.⸻🏃‍♀️ Keely Hodgkinson – Training, Dominance and World Record PotentialThis is the headline topic.Keely Hodgkinson has established herself as the dominant force in the 800m, but how is she doing it?We break down:What makes her so consistent at the highest levelThe demands of elite 800m running and the balance between speed and enduranceLikely training structure behind her performancesThe role of threshold work, speed endurance, and race tacticsWhy she is separating herself from the fieldWe also discuss:How close she could be to breaking the 800m world recordWhat it takes physiologically to dominate this eventWhether her model is replicable or truly elite territory⸻😤 Grind My GearsThis week’s frustration…Why does it feel like theft and petty crime are becoming more common?From gyms to everyday life, we unpack what we have noticed and why it might be happening.Got something grinding your gears?Send it in for future episodes.⸻🧠 Build Your AthleteWe finish with a strategic and slightly chaotic game.Charles is given a budget and must build the ultimate athlete by selecting from three options across six different categories.We break down:His selections and reasoningWhere he spent big versus saved budgetStrengths and weaknesses of his athleteThen we compare it to listener submissions.Did Charles build a world class athlete or did the audience do better?⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsLinktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindSets_PodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/your-linkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastHosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using codeMINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 Intro00:30 Two-Minute News03:15 Indoor Worlds British Success09:40 Six Nations Final Table16:20 Hyrox EMEA Controversy24:10 CrossFit Open Cheating33:45 Keely Hodgkinson Deep Dive55:30 Grind My Gears01:07:00 Build Your Athlete01:20:00 Listener Submissions01:27:00 Outro⸻KeywordsKeely Hodgkinson training, 800m world record, Indoor Athletics Championships, Six Nations results, Hyrox controversy, CrossFit Open cheating, hybrid athlete, endurance training, UK athletics, fitness podcast⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #KeelyHodgkinson #800m #Athletics #Hyrox #CrossFitOpen #SixNations #HybridAthlete #Running #FitnessPodcast #UKSport

Elite 15 HYROX athlete Charlie Botterill returns to the MindSets Podcast for Episode 80 - and there’s a LOT to catch up on.⚠️ This is part 1 of 2 with Charlie; next episode Charlie reveals his training, fuelling and racing strategies - answering all of your questions in the process ⚠️Since Charlie’s last appearance, his HYROX career has exploded. From running his first ever sub-60 Men’s Pro race just 12 months ago, to qualifying for the HYROX Elite 15 World Championships in Chicago in the Men’s Pro Doubles with Ollie Russell, signing with Nike, and standing on the podium in his first Elite 15 solo race in Melbourne - Charlie has been right at the centre of the sport’s rapid growth.In this episode we break down everything that’s happened since we last spoke:🏋️Charlie's CrossFit 26.1 Performance🏃‍♂️ Running sub-60 in HYROX Men’s Pro🌍 Qualifying for the Elite 15 World Championships🤝 Racing Pro Doubles with Ollie Russell👟 Signing with Nike🏆 Podiuming in Melbourne Elite 15🇸🇪 Qualifying for the 2026 HYROX World Championships in Stockholm📉 What went wrong in Phoenix (PHX)📈 What training looks like now and what’s coming next2 Minute News 📰We also kick things off with our 2 Minute Sporting News, covering everything from Keely Hodgkinson’s world-class performances to KSI buying Dagenham & Redbridge FC.Grinds My Gears ⚙️Later in the episode Charlie joins our infamous “Grind My Gears” segment reacting to some listener submissions that definitely didn’t go down well… 😅Game: The Price is Right 🤑Finally, we finish with a chaotic game of “The Price is Right”, where Angus names pieces of fitness equipment and sports tech and Charles vs Charlie battle to guess the closest price.Can you beat them listening or watching at home?In Episode 81, Charlie dives deep into his HYROX training programme, race strategy, and Elite 15 preparation — an episode that athletes and competitors will absolutely want to tune in for.🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts / YouTube👥 Follow Charlie Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/charlie.botterill🎙️ Follow MindSets Podcast / The HostsInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastAngus → https://www.instagram.com/anguscookCharles → https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastYouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@MindSets_PodcastAll links → https://linktr.ee/mindsetspodcast⏱️ Suggested Chapters00:00 Intro02:00 2 Minute Sporting News04:35 Charlie Doing CrossFit 26.108:50 2025 Season21:48 Charlie's "Off-Season" 33:26 MindSet and 2026 Season 48:09 Grinds My Gears57:43 Game: The Price is Right1:11:52 Wrap Up🔎 SEO KeywordsHYROXHYROX Elite 15Charlie BotterillHYROX trainingHYROX athleteHYROX racingHYROX strategyHYROX world championshipsElite 15 HYROX athletesHYROX MelbourneHYROX ChicagoHYROX PhoenixHYROX ManchesterHYROX runningHYROX pro athleteHybrid fitness racingKeely Hodgkinson800m World RecordKSIDagenham and Redbridge FCCrossFit 26.1#️⃣ Hashtags#hyrox#hyroxtraining#hyroxathlete#elite15#hyroxworldchampionships#charliebotterill#hybridfitness#hybridathlete#running#fitnesspodcast#mindsetspodcast#sportsnews#nikeathlete#fitnesscompetition#CrossFit#CrossFit26.1

Episode 78 of The MindSets Podcast is packed with Winter Olympic controversy, elite performance breakdowns, and another competitive game to finish.Charles and Angus kick things off with the latest in sports news, including major talking points from the Winter Olympics Milano Cortina.This week we have:🗞️ Sporting NewsWe cover: • Lindsey Vonn and her latest injury setback • The developing Canadian Olympic cheating scandal • The latest storylines from the Six Nations ChampionshipPlenty to unpack across skiing, rugby, and Olympic controversy.😤 Grind My GearsWe then get into some cracking listener-submitted Grind My Gears — and as always, nothing is off limits.🛷 Main Topic: How a Skeleton Athlete TrainsThe core of today’s episode looks at what it actually takes to become an Olympic-level skeleton athlete.With Matt Weston winning Olympic gold last week, we break down: • How athletes transition into skeleton from other sports • The power and sprint profile required • Strength & gym programming structure • Speed development and track work • How training changes across phases of the yearWe explore why skeleton often attracts athletes from explosive sports backgrounds — and what makes them successful on ice.🧊 Contrasting Comparison: Elite Curling TrainingWe then compare skeleton training to what elite Winter Olympics Milano Cortina curling athletes might prioritise: • Strength vs skill emphasis • Conditioning demands • Training Volume and Intensity • Periodisation differencesTwo very different winter sports — two very different performance models.🎯 Game Time: Guess the SportWe finish with a twist on recent weeks’ game.This time it’s Guess the Sport (not the athlete).Angus gives a number of clues, and Charles/ you have to figure out which sport is being described.Play along and see if you can beat Charles 👀🎧 Listen EverywhereFull episode available on:Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music🔗 All links in one place:👉 https://linktr.ee/MindSetsPodcast📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MindSets_Podcast🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/​⁠ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@MindSets_Podcast⸻⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro02:15 – 2 Min News (ish)10:25 – Grind My Gears18:50 – How a Skeleton Athlete Trains28:45 – Curling vs Skeleton Training Comparison30:00 - Sponsors33:40 – Guess the Sport Game

This week’s episode is a special collaboration between the MindSets Podcast and the Diet Starts Monday Podcast, as Angus and Charles join Roscoe Carter for a crossover episode using YouTube’s new collaboration feature - meaning this episode is shared across both podcasts!?We stick to the MindSets Podcast format (mostly…) with:⏰2-Minute News (which somehow turns into 10–15 minutes)⚙️Grinds My Gears from all three of us plus listeners who wrote in.And then absolute chaos...Without a set main topic, we dive head-first into games, debates, and hot takes across a wide range of sports including MMA, football (soccer), Formula 1, tennis, winter sports, and more.🏆 The Big Game Section Includes:1. Blind Ranking Sports by Difficulty – Tennis = Hardest Sport Ever??2. Blind Ranking “Overhyped” Athletes – Ryan Gossier??3. Guess the Athlete (1v1) – Charles vs Roscoe, one vague clue at a time… one wrong guess and you’re OUT💬 Inspirational Quotes from The Boys1 Inspirational One (Bish)1 Awful One (Bash)1 Mediocre One (Bosh)This episode is packed with sports debates, listener interaction, and unfiltered opinions, making it one of our most unpredictable shows yet.Check out the podcasts here:🔗 All links:👉 https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast:Instagram | TikTok | YouTube: @mindsets_podcastInstagram | TikTok : @dietstartsmonday_podYouTube: ⁨@Dietstartsmondaychannel⁩ If you’re into:Sports podcasts, Athlete debates, MMA, F1, football, tennis, rugby & niche sports talkBlind ranking challengesGames, banter & strong opinions…this one’s for you.👇 Let us know in the comments:Which sport is ACTUALLY the hardest?Which athlete do you think is the most overhyped?Who won Guess the Athlete?🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.📌 YouTube Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: MindSets x Diet Starts Monday 01:10 – “2 Minute” News (That Isn’t 2 Minutes)15:00 – Grinds My Gears (Including Listener Submissions)31:30 – Blind Ranking: Hardest Sports to Compete In39:08 – Blind Ranking: Overhyped Athletes45:10 – Guess the Athlete (Charles vs Roscoe)52:44 – Inspirational Quote (?)📈 Tags / Keywords sports podcast blind ranking sports hardest sports debate overhyped athletes mma podcast football podcast formula 1 podcast tennis podcast sports debate podcast mindsets podcast diet starts monday podcast guess the athlete games sports games podcast athlete debate

Episode 74 of The MindSets Podcast is packed with sporting news, gym frustrations, practical fitness advice, and a brand-new game to finish things off.We run through our usual segments in order — keeping it fast, useful, and fun for anyone interested in training, fitness, and sport culture.📰 2 Minute NewsWe cover the biggest talking points from across sport and endurance:John Harbaugh out at the Ravens after 18 yearsCollege Football National Championship: Indiana vs MiamiEl Clásico thriller ends 3–2Crystal Palace FA Cup draw vs MacclesfieldWSL dominance: Man City flying, Liverpool still winlessChloe Kim dislocates shoulder ahead of Olympic cycleOlympic hockey rink construction delaysTabitha Stoecker wins Silver at European Skeleton ChampsJake Dearden runs 2:22 at Houston MarathonTruett Hanes announces Olympic Marathon qualification plans😤 Grind My GearsFitness-adjacent annoyances and everyday chaos:Charlie’s Tesco pretzel sagaRed Bull can locks in Sainsbury’sOranges that refuse to peel properlyGym “working-in” etiquetteSalt & pepper grinder coversWhy ovens are always wrong at 180°CPosting golf rounds on Strava🧠 Main Topic: Advice for Fitness Newbies & Smart InvestmentsWe break down what beginners actually need to focus on — without the noise.Advice highlights:Why context matters when starting fitnessSetting SMART / SMART-ER goalsThe importance of consistency over intensityAvoiding burnout through sensible training volumeWhy a programme or coach can be a smart moveInvestment priorities:Gym membershipsProper shoes/trainersCoaching vs generic programmesWhy new gym clothes sometimes actually help motivationSorting sleep & nutrition first before supplements or bio-hacking🔥 Game: Hot Take RouletteCharles brings the heat with Hot Take Roulette — firing questionable fitness advice and products at Angus, who has 30 seconds to defend and sell them.Surprisingly… he’s annoyingly good at it.👇 Let us know in the comments:What would your hot take be?What advice you’d give to someone new to the gym?Which Grind My Gears annoyed you the most?🎧 Listen to the full episode elsewhere:Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast:Instagram | TikTok | YouTube: @mindsets_podcast

In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles get into the festive spirit with a Christmas & New Year Special, packed with games, food debates and listener-led chaos.We kick things off with a catch-up on the Elite 15 HYROX Major in Melbourne, covering standout performances across the weekend. We break down Charlie Botterill’s success in both solo and doubles racing, as well as the huge impact made by the British women, with Lucy Proctor and Sinead Bent delivering strong results across solo and doubles events - highlighting just how competitive the women’s field has become on the global stage.From there, we shift gears into a 2025 Sports Quiz, heavily focused on football knowledge with a touch of NBA. It proved tougher than expected… and it’s fair to say Charles struggled.This week, we talk about:🏟️ Elite 15 HYROX Major – Melbourne A breakdown of the key races and performances, including Charlie Botterill’s solo and doubles results, the dominance of the British women, and what these outcomes mean for the wider Hyrox season.🧠 2025 Sports Quiz A brutal test of football knowledge (plus some NBA) that exposed a few weaknesses and sparked plenty of debate.⚙️ Grinds My Gears – Christmas Edition A festive special filled with listener-submitted frustrations, including Christmas cards, wrapping paper, Christmas dinners and all the little things that make December far more stressful than it should be.🥪 Festive Food Tests & Tesco’s Christmas Meal Deal We try Tesco’s Christmas meal deal before sampling each other’s festive food submissions: • Gingerbread Kit Kat (Charles’ choice and not Angus’ favourite) • Cheese & bacon sandwich with Christmas pudding (Angus’ choice and very much not Charles’ favourite)🎲 Game Time: Drafting Three categories, one winner: • Celebrations chocolates • Christmas dinner items • Things to buy a Hybrid RockstarWe take turns drafting what we think are the strongest picks before reviewing who built the best lineup. You guys will probably hate our choices, but it was OUR draft 😂🎁 Christmas Gift Exchange & 2025 Outlook We exchange gifts, confirm that we don’t actually hate each other, and wrap up the episode by thanking listeners for their support while setting our sights on pushing The MindSets Podcast to the next level in 2025.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube 📲 Drop your thoughts below and let us know which draft picks, food choices, or grinds annoyed you the most 👇🎵 Intro and Outro Music TULE – Fearless [NCS Release] 🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless 🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 YouTube Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:20 Elite 15 Hyrox Major – Melbourne Breakdown 16:04 2025 Sports Quiz 12:15 Grinds My Gears – Christmas Edition 35:06 Tesco Christmas Meal Deal & Festive Food Tests 45:03 Game Time: Drafting 1:02:31 Christmas Gift Exchange 1:08:08 Wrap-Up & 2025 OutlookSupport this podcast at —

In this episode, Angus and Charles are reunited on the mic as they dive into a packed show covering elite sport, race aftermaths, cold weather training, and a very serious case of post Hyrox rhabdomyolysis.From Formula 1 controversy to international rugby headlines, before unpacking how Charles ended up with Rhabdo after HYROX Birmingham, this episode blends elite sport insight with real-world training lessons and plenty of laughs from the newly formed Rhabdo Bros.This week, we talk about:🏎️ Sports News Catch-UpThe controversial McLaren disqualification in the Las Vegas F1 GP, plus rugby internationals and Player of the Year announcements across the sport.💥 Hyrox Rhabdo & RecoveryCharles breaks down what happened after HYROX Birmingham, what rhabdomyolysis actually is, why more athletes are getting it, and the key warning signs every hybrid athlete needs to know.❄️ Cold Weather Warm-Ups & Cool DownsWith winter hitting fast, we discuss how to properly prepare your body for training in the cold and how recovery needs to adapt with the seasons.⚙️ Grinds My GearsA heavy-hitting week of rants including being ill, plus those family members who say “you don’t need to train today” after you upstairs twice 😤🍫 Creatine Bars Taste TestNot protein bars… creatine bars. We put them to the test so you don’t have to.🎯 Game Time: Name The Shoe BrandCharles brings the heat with a game of identifying shoe brands worn by elite athletes at different points in their careers. Can the listeners beat Angus?🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!📲 Let us know your thoughts below and drop your score for the shoe game 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 Intro00:30 Sports News Catch-Up10:55 Rhabdo Bros27:24 Cold Weather Warm-Ups & Recovery39:20 Grinds My Gears53:36 Creatine Bars?!1:04:20 Game - Name The Shoe Brand1:17:55 Subscribe!📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_📧 mindsetspod@gmail.com🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #HYROX #Rhabdo #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #F1LasVegas #McLaren #RugbyInternationals #ColdWeatherTraining #WarmUpRoutine #RecoveryMatters #GrindMyGears #Creatine #GymCulture #AthleteRecovery #EnduranceAthlete #RunningCommunity #TrainingMindset #FitnessPodcast🎯 YouTube Tags / Keywords for SEOrhabdomyolysis in athletes, rhabdo after hyrox, hyrox birmingham podcast, hybrid athlete recovery, cold weather warm up routine, f1 las vegas mclaren disqualified, rugby player of the year discussion, creatine bars review, gym culture podcast, grinds my gears fitness, running shoe brands athletes wear, fitness game podcast, hybrid training podcast, MindSets PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations

ROXD SIM TICKETS 👉 (LIVE TIL 8PM 05/11/25) ⏰https://training.roxdsport.com/roxd-simulationsIn this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus & Charles sit down for a full race debrief after Charles’ two recent performances - and he’s been on fire 🔥From pacing strategy to recovery takeaways, we dive into what went right, what can still improve, and what’s next.This week, we talk about:🏁 Race Debrief & Performance BreakdownCharles opens up about his last two races, sharing the mindset, prep, and pacing insights that led to some seriously strong results.💢 Grinds My Gears – Classic EditionThe rants are flying. From gym behaviour to race-day chaos, nothing (and no one) is safe 😤🎯 Higher or Lower – Play Along at Home!We bring a new game to the pod — numbers, randomness, and a whole lot of competitiveness. Can you beat Angus and Charles?🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!📲 Comment your favourite moment or your “Grinds My Gears” below 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intro09:05 - Race Debrief & Performance Breakdown20:50 - Grinds My Gears29:02 - Higher or Lower40:20 - Wrap-up📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_🏋️ Powered by: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com📧 mindsetspod@gmail.com🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #Hyrox #RaceDebrief #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #RaceRecap #HyroxTraining #RaceMindset #EnduranceAthlete #CompetitionMindset #GrindMyGears #HigherOrLower #MindsetMatters #TrainingBreakdown #HyroxPerformance #FitnessPodcast #RunningCommunity🎯 YouTube Tags/Keywords for SEOhyrox race debrief, hyrox performance breakdown, race recap podcast, hyrox training analysis, hybrid athlete podcast, hyrox strategy, endurance training podcast, hyrox race results, how to improve hyrox time, fitness games podcast, higher or lower fitness game, grinds my gears podcast, training mindset, functional fitness podcast, MindSets PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations

In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus & Charles break down the world of fitness benchmark testing — why it’s important, how to use it to track your progress, and how to structure a training block to crush your next retest.This week, we talk about:📊 Benchmark Testing in FitnessFrom the brutal 2km row/ski and 5km run to the 1 mile time trial and the dreaded 20-minute FTP bike test, we cover the toughest benchmark tests and explain how to improve your numbers step by step.💢 Grinds My Gears – Gym Equipment & TikTok Trends 😡📱This week’s rants include everything from poor storage of gym equipment to influencer TikTok trends that are so annoying our listeners wrote in to complain about them!🎮 ROXD Game – Categories EditionA twist on the usual quiz: we each have 3 items in a category, and take turns asking yes/no questions to figure out the other person’s list. Can you guess them quicker than we can? (Example category: something you find in a public gym).🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!📲 Subscribe + comment your benchmark test PBs or worst TikTok trend below 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intro00:52 - Fitness Benchmark TestingXX:XX - Grinds My Gears (Gym Storage & TikTok Trends)XX:XX - ROXD Categories GameXX:XX - Wrap-up📲 FOLLOW US🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @angus_cook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_🏋️ Powered by: @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com📧 mindsetspod@gmail.com🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🔥 Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #FitnessBenchmark #BenchmarkTesting #Rowing #Running #SkiErg #FTPTest #GymLife #TrainingProgress #GrindMyGears🎯 YouTube Tags/Keywords for SEO (add to your upload):fitness benchmark tests, 2k row test, 2k ski erg test, 5k run test, 1 mile run time trial, FTP cycling test, 20 min FTP test, fitness testing explained, how to improve benchmark test, endurance fitness tests, gym benchmarks, rowing 2k strategy, how to improve 5k run time, ski erg 2k pacing, cycling FTP training, functional fitness tests, crossfit benchmark workouts, performance testing fitness, training progress podcast, MindSets PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations

🇿🇦 DSM X MINDSETS CROSSOVER 🇬🇧A very special crossover episode this week as Angus and Charles are joined by Roscoe Carter from the Diet Starts Monday (DSM) Podcast!This week, we dive into:🏊‍♂️ Roscoe’s Triathlon & Ironman JourneyWe learn about Roscoe’s athletic background, how he got into triathlons, and how he and his friends started the DSM Podcast. Plus, we quiz him on how he’s training for his upcoming full Ironman next month and break down his training methods, mindset and life lessons along the way.💢 Grind My Gears – Birthday Cake Returns 🎂😡You know the long-running hatred of birthday cake flavoured items… well, Roscoe joins us for Grinds My Gears before we put the viral Tesco Birthday Cake Sandwich to the test!📚 ROXD Quiz – South Africa SpecialThis week’s quiz is all about South Africa 🇿🇦 and for the first time ever Charles and Roscoe go head-to-head. Who comes out on top? You’ll have to listen to find out.📲 Reach Out To Us:🎙️ @MindSets_Podcast👤 Angus: @anguscook👤 Charles: @chucks_life_👤 Roscoe: @roscoe_carter | @dietstartsmondaypodcast📧 mindsetspod@gmail.com✉️ @roxdsport | www.roxdsport.com🎥 Clips & extras: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube!📲 Subscribe + comment your thoughts on birthday cake flavoured food below 👇🎵 Intro/Outro MusicTULE – Fearless [NCS Release]🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS🕒 Chapters00:00 - Intros and Sports World Catch Up04:25 - Show and Tell07:00 - Learning About Roscoe & DSM Podcast13:25 - Ironman Training Chat37:40 - Grind My Gears (Birthday Cake Special)56:38 - Tesco Birthday Cake Sandwich Taste Test1:01:02 - ROXD South Africa Quiz1:12:30 - Wrap-up#MindSetsPodcast #DSMPodcast #IronmanTraining #Triathlon #BirthdayCakeSandwich #Tesco #FitnessPodcast #PodcastCrossover #GrindMyGears #Ironman #hyrox Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-mindsets-podcast/donations