Cameron Balser is an endurance athlete who accomplished the extraordinary feat of running the entire perimeter of the United States. Cameron shares his incredible journey of perseverance, mindset, and purpose—revealing what it takes to push beyond limits and live life with a greater purpose.

04:07 How Pain Turned Into Passion for Running

07:49 The Hinge Moment That Redefined His Life

12:56 Mental Toughness: What It Really Takes to Keep Going

18:44 When Everything Falls Apart, Here’s How to Push Forward

21:22 Trust Your Gut: The Power of Following Intuition

27:00 Forgiveness and Freedom: Letting Go Without Losing Yourself

30:00 Embracing Pain: How Mental Toughness Comes From Struggle

30:53 Finding Solutions: Turning Obstacles Into Life Lessons

36:53 Transformation Through Intuition and Divine Guidance

38:33 Inspiration Through Others: The Mirror Effect in Life

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Nicholas Davenport—known as “Mr. Mental Muscle” is the founder of Mind Body 1, Nicholas combines neuroscience and sport science to help athletes, military personnel, and professionals strengthen their mental and physical resilience. His innovative methods train focus, decision-making, and emotional control under pressure, proving that peak performance starts in the mind. He is also the creator and organizer of the Blue Ocean Summit.

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7:18 Doing What You Love Despite Obstacles 14:53 Work Ethic as a Competitive Advantage 18:16 Hinge Moment at the Orlando Conference 20:03 Scaling Mind by One: Lessons in Growth 22:53 Challenging Industry Norms 25:56 Blue Ocean Summit Vision 28:03 Using AI in Performance Coaching 35:47 From Rejection to Growth: A Mental Toughness Lesson 58:31 Reflecting on the Journey with Dr. Bell

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Bryan Neale is an NFL referee, owner of Blind Zebra, business coach, and speaker who helps leaders and teams unlock their full potential. He brings lessons from the field and the boardroom to inspire performance, resilience, and growth.

05:12 Future of Officiating & Technology

15:22 Life Beyond Calls

18:47 Post-Game Mental Toughness Reflection & Cataloging

31:12 Perspective Shift: Managing Roles vs Personal Feelings

36:18 Correcting Mistakes, Immediate Accountability

40:50 From Radio to Global Reach

42:30 Start & Never Stop

45:30 Mental Toughness Principle

47:00 Acceptance in Practice

54:30 Practicing Acceptance Through Challenges

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Dr. Rob Bell is a sport psychology coach, speaker, 8x author, and podcast host. H​e helps high ​performers PUKE & RALLY® ​so ​they ​can ​perform ​their ​best ​when it ​matters ​the ​m​ost. In this episode, Dr. Rob discusses the ups and downs of his most recent race, Prairie On Fire Backyard Ultra.

05:12 The Start Line Mindset Shift

08:47 Dr. Bell on Defining Success Beyond Winning

11:43 The Lowest Point of the Race: A True Hinge Moment

13:23 Solitude in the Final Stretch of Mental Toughness

16:54 Hydration Wins: Avoiding the Puke Problem

17:21 The Real Puke and Rally Moment

18:49 Staying Focused When Goals Change

54:02 Thinking About Doing It Again

55:06 A Debrief of Gratitude with the Team

57:20 Short-Term Goals as a Mental Strategy

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Jim Boylen is a veteran NBA coach with over 30 years of experience. He's a three-time NBA champion as an assistant coach, former head coach of the Chicago Bulls, and the University of Utah. He is currently an assistant coach for the Indiana Pacers.

01:19 Golf Game Check

02:05 Early Hinge Moment

07:46 Graduate Assistant Memories

12:43 Decision to Join NBA

13:16 Video Expertise and Mental Toughness

26:46 Drexler Trade

30:58 Learning Mental Toughness from Coach Mus

34:41 Leadership and Coaching Philosophy

41:03 Faith in Life’s Toughest Challenges

41:21 Mental Toughness: Leading USA Basketball Through Pressure

49:19 Dr. Bell on Lifelong Mentorship and Relationships

50:44 Hinge Moment: Pacers’ Teamwork and Character Philosophy

52:34 Mental Toughness: Drew Nemhard’s Grit and Leadership

57:43 Faith, Tithing, and Life Lessons

59:44 Hinge Moment: Family and Priorities in Coaching Life

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Dana Duckworth is a dynamic leader who has made an impact both in athletics and in business. She is best known as the former head coach of the University of Alabama gymnastics team, where she carried on the Crimson Tide's championship tradition. After an accomplished coaching career, Dana transitioned into the corporate world, where she now serves as Sr. Director of National Sales at AFFLINK, bringing the same energy, leadership, and competitive spirit that defined her coaching.

02:01 Falling on Her Face at Nationals

07:20 NCAA vs. USA Gymnastics

12:30 Building Unity as a Head Coach

18:17 Empowering Leaders

23:00 Importance of Team Support

28:22 Lessons from Arena to Boardroom

34:10 Redefining Motivation

41:05 A True Hinge Moment

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At just 16 years old, Mia Hammond has already made waves in the golfing world with a mature game far beyond her years. A decorated junior golfer and U.S. Women’s Open qualifier, Mia’s passion, precision, and relentless work ethic have her on a fast track to the top. In this episode, she shares what drives her, how she stays mentally tough under pressure, and the lessons she’s learned balancing competition, school, and life.

02:39 The Sixth-Place Finish That Sparked a Competitive Fire

04:09 Augusta National – A Hinge Moment Under Pressure

06:36 How Winning Changed Media Exposure and Confidence

11:19 Learning the Most from Better Players – A Mental Toughness Lesson

16:13 Hinge Moment: Breaking Down the Week of Her First Professional Win

19:38 Tears of Joy – The Emotional Win

20:55 Overcoming Slumps and Moving Forward

25:15 Protecting Reputation After Disqualification

31:18 Mountaintop Moments and Mental Refocus with Dr. Bell

37:49 Balancing Short-Term Focus with Long-Term Aspirations

39:23 Advice for Young Golfers Facing Burnout

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TJ Dailey is the Race Director for Prairie On Fire, one of the Midwest's most exciting endurance events that blends competition and community. With a passion for pushing limits and creating unforgettable race experiences, TJ has grown Prairie On Fire into a can't-miss event for ultra runners. He is known for his attention to detail, athlete-first mindset, and ability to rally people around a bold vision. TJ's leadership is shaping what it means to race with purpose.

5:50 Mental Toughness Through Weight Struggles

8:43 Lessons From Running a 100-Miler

12:36 Ragnar Hinge Moment

19:38 Backyard Ultra Beginnings

29:45 Running Beside Family

40:22 Ultramarathon Strategies

44:00 Mental Toughness and Backyard Ultra Mindset

52:20 Hinge Moment: From Class Clown to Community Builder

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