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The Mind Mountain PodcastAuthor: Jake Johnstone
Jake Johnstone from The Mind Mountain delves deep into the inner psyche, tools, and tactics of Mountain Bikers from all walks of life to uncover what it takes to push personal boundaries in the sport we love - through a mental performance lens. Whether its pro racers, ambassadors, or coaches, this podcast breaks down stigmas and normalizes conversations around mindset, emotions, and the mental side of riding. The goal? To help you ride stronger, more confidently, and have more fun on the trails, more often.*Formerly known as the Grit With Wisdom Podcast Language: en-us Genres: Education, Self-Improvement, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Facing Fear: Zero to Backflip wrap-up with Michael Sousa
Episode 52
Monday, 15 September, 2025
In this wrap-up episode, we celebrate the challenging and enlightening journey of the Facing Fear: Zero to Backflip project. Reflecting on the progress from Episode 8, we discuss the highs and lows, including a significant injury that turned into a valuable learning experience. Join me and coach Mike Sousa as we delve into the importance of seeing the broader perspective, the courage to face big goals, and the gratitude for community support and expert guidance. Despite setbacks, the journey has been full of wisdom and growth, setting the stage for future endeavours. Special thanks to Norco North Shore, Whistler Mountain Airbag, and Air House Squamish for their generous support.00:00 Introduction and Recap00:24 Dealing with Unmet Goals01:24 First Major Injury Experience02:57 The Day of the Backflip Attempt04:48 Injury and Recovery Process06:31 Reflections and Future Plans11:16 The Value of Coaching and Community21:59 Conclusion and Gratitude___________________________ FREE Mental About MTB Community with direct access to me 👇themindmountain.com/mental-about-mtb-application Want to work with me?Join us on a Global MTB Expedition👇themindmountain.com/globalmountainbikecoaching𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗴𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 Full Circle MTB Mentorship 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗵👇themindmountain.com/squamish-coaching-package___________________________THE MIND MOUNTAINthemindmountain.comInstagram @the_mind_mountainFacebook @themindmountainYouTube @the_mind_mountianDISCLAIMER: The opinions, thoughts, and views in the content created by The Mind Mountain, the Grit With Wisdom Podcast, and Jake Johnstone, including the guests they interview, are solely their own and do not reflect the official policy or position of any other organization, person, or company mentioned or featured in the podcast. ...








