Mental Toughness Podcast With Dr. Rob Bell

Don Freeman and Scott Warr are the hosts of Trail Runner Nation, one of trail running’s oldest and most downloaded podcasts. Trail Runner Nation is devoted to sharing knowledge and advice with the trail running community, catering to everyone from beginners to the pros! Tune in as we dive into discussions about the mental toughness strategies behind ultra-running, the psychology of competing at the highest level, and the most effective way to learn.    07:49 The Most Powerful Way To Learn 13:25 Start With Why 17:20 Finding Your North Star // Hinge Moments 29:19 How Elite Athletes Think Differently 38:07 “A 100 mile race, is life experienced in one day” 43:53 The Spiritual Symphony Of Trail Running 52:12 Flying Your Kite // Staying Grounded 55:35 The Art Of Podcasting Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Road Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell  

DJ Wilson is the CEO and co-founder of Playbook Clinics, modern football coaching clinics developed by coaches to meet the challenges of today’s game. With an extensive professional career in event and digital media management across diverse sectors like healthcare, politics, and communications, DJ brings a unique perspective to the field. He also coaches high school football in Seattle. Tune in to today's conversation as DJ shares insights on coaching, athlete transformation, and building things that last. 04:05 The Hall Of Fame Mentality 10:25 Playbook Clinics - More Than X’s And O’s  18:37 Everything Built To Last, Was Built On Love 26:45 The Mental Toughness Of Building A Business  30:06 Emergency Surgery And Cleaning Toilets // Hinge Moments 37:57 Better People Make Better Athletes // Finding Your Why 42:30 The Most Effective Way To Transform Athletes 44:58 College Football’s Future Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Road Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Mario Conte serves as the Executive Director and Founder of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. He started the HJGT back in 2007 due to his passion for junior golf and turned it into the largest junior tour in the country. Mario has 30 plus years experience in the junior golf space and has helped thousands of kids realize their dream of playing college golf as well as becoming more well-rounded young adults. On today’s episode, Mario shares valuable mental toughness insights from his entrepreneurship, golf, and life journey. 05:42 The Most Valuable Mental Lessons of Junior Golf 12:21 How IMG Changed Everything // Hinge Moment 14:22 No Limits for Hurricane Junior Golf 18:09 A New Perspective On Collegiate Golf 21:17 3 Days, $10,000’s worth in skills 22:25 The Non-GMO Ingredients Of Success 26:29 Parenthoods Biggest Challenge Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Road Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

John Brubaker is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, award-winning author, and executive coach known for his unique approach to performance enhancement. He has front-line, high-stakes experience as a championship coach and on-air experience with ESPN Radio. In this episode, John shares the powerful coaching insights of his new book, The Lasso Way: Leadership Lessons from the World’s Favorite Football Coach.  04:06 How Lining An Athletic Field Got Me The Job // Hinge Moment 09:45 Getting Fired On My Birthday // Mountaintop Moment 15:26 “Chin up, chest out” 23:28 Turning Adversity Into Advantage 28:20 The Metal Toughness Behind The Lasso Way 32:25 Biscuits With The Boss: The Genius of Lasso 36:51 Ted Lasso’s Superpower Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Road Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Today’s guest is John O'Sullivan, internationally renowned TEDx speaker, author, and founder of Changing The Game Project. He's also a leading voice in youth sports, providing global coach education and leadership training. Tune in as we delve into John's mental toughness strategies and the invaluable lessons of sports psychology in his latest book, "The Champion Teammate: Timeless Lessons to Connect, Compete, and Lead in Sports and Life."  02:05 The Champion Production of The Champion Teammate 07:39 One Thing All Great Coaches Do 15:00 The Most Important Factor To Team Success 18:15 High-Level Coaching’s Newest Movement 21:03 Pet The Dragon 25:37 Two Things You Won’t Learn In Coaching Courses 28:03 What The Best Coaches Wish They Did More Of 30:45 The True Beauty of Sport: Getting Reps At Life Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Road Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell  

Jacob Modleski is a freshman golfer at Notre Dame. Modleski went from alternate to champion at the 2024 Jones Cup, rising from 404th to 144th in the World Amateur Golf Ranking. With additional achievements like a 2nd place finish at the Western Junior AM and reaching the round of 32 in the US Amateur, Jacob is undeniably a rising star. Today we dive into not only his proven talent but the mental toughness and hinge moments behind his success on the course.  04:22 The Champion Winter Golf Mentality 09:14 Success In No Expectations 14:26 Navigating The Hazards 18:29 “These moments should be celebrated” 21:46 The Sport Psychology of Multi-Sport Athletes 23:59 Earning Your Spot 25:24 The Notre Dame Experience 28:28 How Patience Won The Jones Cup 30:58 Developing Your Own Mental Process // Taylor Swift Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Road Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Jahmali Waite is a professional footballer and goalkeeper for both the Jamaican national team and the USL side El Paso Locomotives. Previously, Jahmali played two seasons professionally for Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and, at the collegiate level, served as the goalkeeper for both UConn and Fairleigh Dickinson. Join us as we delve into Jahmali's remarkable career, family, faith, and the mental toughness strategies he has employed to perform at the highest level. 04:57 Putting Faith First // Hinge Moment 09:56 Jamaica vs. The Loudest Fans In The World 13:51 “Always start from zero.” 16:10 The Moment, Not The Save 17:59 “You have to love the pressure.” 20:23 Everything 10 Minutes At A Time 24:27 What Professional Preparation Looks Like 27:36 Getting The National Call-Up  31:17 Family, Football, and Jamaica Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Road Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

This week, I was joined by the remarkable Mary Theisen-Lappen. A former collegiate thrower turned champion weightlifter, Mary recently clinched gold at the 2023 IWF Grand Prix II and secured first place at the Pan Am Championships in both 2021 and 2023, holding a personal best total of 283 kilos (120 snatch, 163 clean and jerk). Tune in as Mary shares her inspiring journey and gears up to represent the USA at the 2024 Olympics. 04:15 Finding Closure At The Top // Throwing U.S. Championships 08:45 Growing The Mindset Of An Elite Competitor 12:19 How To Separate Performance From Identify 15:10 Finding The Good To Win Gold 22:27 Resilience, Focus, And Weightlifting Meets 27:36 Learning To Manage The Bad Days 32:12 The Impact Of A Great Coach 40:38 Finding Belonging At The Highest Level  44:02 For The Love Of Competition Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Road Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

In today’s episode, I sat down with David Hoffmaster, founder and executive director of HeroHut, a non-profit organization supporting veterans in their transition to civilian life through service and community. A West Point graduate and former Army captain who led units in Afghanistan, David shares the story of his military journey and the impactful mission of HeroHut. 04:39 West Point’s 30-Second Goodbye 12:10 The Simple Tasks of Disciple 15:52 What Makes a Good Leader? 19:49 Operation Hammer Down 27:04 “When things can do wrong, they will” 32:20 The Toll of Combat 34:22 Coming Back Down the Mountaintop 37:43 Hero Hut and The Red Hot Chili Pipers (Yes, pipers) 47:12 When Life Happens, Find Community 51:03 YOU and Hero Hut Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Mike Mandakas is a PGA professional and the founder of Elevation Golf Academy. With a wealth of experience as the head golf coach at the university level and as a PGA professional at renowned courses like Olympia Fields, Medinah, and Desert Mountain, Mike brings a unique perspective to the world of golf instruction and shares insights from his entrepreneurial career. 07:09 The Ideal Junior Golfer 11:30 Golf Development’s Biggest Evolution 17:11 Struggles the Every Golfer Faces 22:31 Going Pro: Expectation vs. Reality 26:54 What Your Child Needs for the Next Level  29:04 In The Trenches // Hinge Moment 34:20 “I had six head pro job offers, and I turned them all down.” 41:42 Grit & Golf 47:48 The Future of Elevation Golf Academy Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Angela (Angi) Hurt is the CEO and founder of Veracity Consulting, a Kansas City-based business and technology consultancy that helps commercial enterprises and government agencies achieve their strategic objectives. She is also a mother, golfer, and former rugby player. In today’s episode, Angi provides insights into her leadership and business success while drawing parallels to her journey in sports. 06:57 Growing Up on a Drilling Rig 10:35 The Mentors that Shape Us 15:38 The Art of Goal Driven Success 24:00 How Rugby Creates a Thriving Business 30:27 Delivering Hard News with Strength 46:52 “The use of curiosity has taught me everything.” 50:35 Recruiting the Perfect Fit 53:49 Love, Hate, and Golf 59:17 Forgetting the Scorecard Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Erik Robinson has triumphed over bankruptcy, foreclosure, prison, and the depths of anxiety, even surviving a suicide attempt. Through his own journey in the darkness, he founded the "Building a Refuge" community, dedicated to offering hope and support to men facing similar struggles. On today’s episode, Erik shares these inspiring stories one at a time, shedding light on the path to recovery and healing. 5:15 Hungry to Make It 13:44 Losing Everything 20:35 “That three hours saved my life” 37:11 “That act right there, I committed a felony” 40:53 15 FBI Agents Pounding on My Door 47:33 The Scariest Moment of My Life 51:81 Finding God in Prison 1:00:47 The Lord Opening My Eyes 1:09:53 “My Family is My Ministry” 1:16:49 Building a Refuge Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Kelley James is a world renowned musician known for his one of a kind exclusive private shows and teebox freestyles. He is the premiere choice for Steph Curry, Tiger Woods, as well as multiple Fortune 500 companies. Recently, Kelley embarked on The Million Meals Tour, a music venture to fight food insecurity across the nation. Join us as we dive into his musical journey, creative process, and more in today's conversation. 00:07:45 Authenticity is Everything 00:13:49 Capturing the Moment // Hinge Moment 00:22:16 No Fear of Failure 00:28:16 The Meditative Space of Surfing 00:33:42 Freestyling in Phil Mickelson’s Backswing 00:36:08 Surfing and Gangnam Style 00:40:47 Unlocking the Brain // How-To Freestyling 00:45:40 A Country On Your Shoulders 00:48:04 Steph Curry’s Flow 00:50:59 The Million Meals Tour 00:56:26 A Trillion Dollar Question 01:09:14 Dormie Birdie Freestyle Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Lindsey Wilson is the founder of Positive Performance, where she empowers others through Mindset Coach Academy Certification. Before coaching, Lindsey played basketball at Iowa State and after was drafted by the Connecticut Sun. She played professionally for eight years and is a mother of four. Tune in as we explore her remarkable story on today's episode. 06:51 Running Into Traffic for Success 10:09 Sink or Swim // The Collegiate Shift 13:48 “But what’s next?” // Playing Overseas 21:06 Refining the Elevator Pitch 23:56 The Ultimate Mindset Coaching Toolkit 28:20 Three Skills Every Mindset Coach Needs 33:58 “Nothing matters except for results” 38:48 CEO vs. Frantic Employee 45:46 “Go hard, ask questions later” 50:08 The Value of YOUR Story Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Cailyn Henderson is a professional golfer, Golf Channel announcer, and influencer. As the co-owner of "Fore The Girls Golf" and an Indiana State AM champion, Cailyn brings a wealth of experience and insights to our discussion on resilience and success in the world of golf and beyond. 03:28 Beating a 40 year old at 12 05:15 Losing my Full-Ride // Hinge Moment 08:36 The Collegiate Mentality 15:07 Making Golf Fun // Fore The Girls Golf 20:04 The Next Giant Leap in Women’s Golf 22:05 Becoming an “Influencer” 25:04 “That’s gonna be the content that I always do.” 28:41 Finding God in Golf 33:38 “My golf scores don’t define me” // Turning Professional 37:42 How Social Media has Helped My Mental Game 39:33 God. Family. Golf Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell  Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Adam Schenk has been on the PGA Tour since 2018. A native Hoosier, Schenk played college golf at Purdue University before turning pro in 2015. This 2023 season, he has five top 10’s, two 2nd place finishes, and stands top 50 in the world golf rankings. Additionally, he ranks top 20 in the FedExCup standings. 03:47 The Birdie Hunting Mentality 11:29 Luck and Golf 14:57 The Pro-Putting Process 17:19 Patience on the PGA Tour 20:09 The Power of Perspective 24:15 “Where you finish is completely irrelevant.” 29:05 Emotions Cost Strokes 32:50 Bad Golf Is Motivation 38:40 “The closest thing to being perfect is to try to be.” 41:01 Making Your Bad Golf Better 44:08 Big Picture Golf 49:38 Adjusting the Small Things 53:37 To Parents of Golfers Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell  Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Caleb Nelson is a Performance Coach and host of the Naked Sunday Podcast. He works to help heart-centered leaders reclaim their confidence and unlock their true potential. His mentorship group, the League of Extraordinary Beings work on time, communication skills, work/life balance, health, and stress management. 02:38 Lessons From Man’s Best Friend 07:22 “I grew up in a cult, but so did you.” // Hinge Moment 18:23 The CrossFit Fallout 22:48 “This is what home feels like.” 26:31 Applying Winston Churchill’s Recovery 30:14 The Power of the Five Minute Buffer 35:19 Farmers and Hustle Culture 38:16 Love. Every. Body. 41:57 The Anti-Value Method 48:01 Dr. Bell’s Core Values 51:25 “Are you afraid of not being enough?” 59:37 Going After Your Purpose 01:02:37 “Who is holding your hand on your deathbed?” Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell  Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Annabelle Pancake just finished her junior season playing golf at Clemson University. Starting each of the last three seasons, her junior season was her top year and she was named to the All-ACC team for the first time. Additionally, she won the Clemson Invitational and recently finished runner-up at the Open Championship Amateur. 2:54 Growing Up With Golf 5:47 The Championship Mindset 10:38 “I just feel like I’m on offense” 14:44 Playing for an Audience of One 17:49 A Heart of Gratitude 19:30 Earning My Place 22:20 Giving Up My Control 29:26 “Beat the golf course, have fun, and glorify god” 32:19 The Most Important Shot Is the Next One 33:44 Simple Is Powerful 39:16 The Path to Success 43:23 Getting To Know Tour Life 45:55 “You gotta own it” 48:05 The Golf Parent Balance 50:57 “I have a thought, but only if you want it” Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell  Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

McKenna “sassy” Haase is a champion race car driver and has been racing since 2010. Currently, she races 410 wing sprint cars. Additionally, she holds a 2nd degree black belt and was a contestant on American Ninja Warrior. In 2019, Haase founded Youth Racers of America, a nonprofit organization which is designed to introduce kids to racing. 4:20 Kasey Kahne in a Shopping Mall // Hinge Moment 8:41 One-way Ticket to Indy 10:39 The Stranger on a Plane 14:24 “I’ll do anything for $25 a day” 17:22 Staying True to Yourself 20:02 Translating the Mentality 24:03 “It’s an out-of-body experience”  26:29 The Hidden Details of Racing 29:38 A Greater Goal 32:42 Mental Toughness behind Racing Success 37:33 Stomping on a Dream 40:10 “I’ve seen glimpses of Heaven” 45:23 Growing the Next Generation 48:28 Capturing Your Voice Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell  Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Shea Avellino is a graduate of Temple University, B.S. He served as the head basketball manager for Temple University Basketball for four years. His health journey as well as his passion is uncovered into this moving episode.    5:20 The Beginning of a Journey 9:16 “I’m in here everyday” 13:01 The Next Question 17:16 The Grind 18:54 Shots on a Scooter 19:55 Taking Down #1 23:56 After the Mountaintop 27:45 Prove them Wrong 32:14 The Hardest Year of my Life 36:14 The Mental Part 37:54 The Shea Avellino Experience Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell  Instagram @drrobbell Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell