About this episode

Dr Kerry Spackman discusses the science of elite performance and what separates the best athletes from the rest.

Dr Kerry Spackman has spent decades studying one fascinating question — what separates the very best from everyone else? As a cognitive neuroscientist and high-performance consultant, Kerry has worked with Formula One legends, Olympians, key All Blacks and some of the world's highest performers, helping them understand how the brain works and how to perform when it matters most. In this episode of What a Lad, Kerry shares some incredible insights from his career. From working with three-time Formula One World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart and discovering his relentless attention to detail, to seeing firsthand the work ethic and mindset required to become a world champion. Kerry also breaks down the science behind elite performance — why athletes choke under pressure, how the best performers see things others don't, why being the best youngster doesn't guarantee future success, and how our emotions and experiences can shape the way we think and behave. Some parts that stood out for me in this episode were… Working with Sir Jackie Stewart and discovering what made him so different The incredible work ethic Kerry has witnessed from world champions Why some Wimbledon champions can…

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Guest: Dr Kerry Spackman

Topics covered

• cognitive neuroscience
• high performance
• athlete mindset
• elite performance
• pressure management
• work ethic

Keywords

• cognitive neuroscience
• high performance
• athlete mindset
• pressure
• work ethic
• elite performance
• Sir Jackie Stewart

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: All Blacks, Formula One, Wimbledon

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