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The Mind Mountain Podcast
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 it’s 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
The Mind Mountain Podcast
Mountain Biking Mindset Lessons from the World Stage with Emmy Lan
In this episode of the Mind Mountain Podcast, we chat with the tallented Emmy Lan. Emmy, a national titleholder with impressive elite race results, shares her journey in mountain biking. We explore how she maintains fun and light-heartedness during back-to-back races, the importance of internal focus over external comparisons, and balancing life with racing. This episode uncovers Emmy’s mental strategies, her approach to training on and off the bike, and the significance of small goals and patience in achieving peak performance. Join us for insights, tips, and inspiring stories for anyone chasing progression on or off the trails.
00:18 Introducing Emmy Lan: Rising Star in Mountain Bike Racing
01:13 Emmy's Recent Race Successes and Community Impact
02:21 Challenges and Strategies in Back-to-Back Races
05:03 Emmy's Journey: From Struggles to Success
08:23 The Importance of Balance in Life and Racing
10:08 Navigating the Elite Racing Scene
14:07 Training and Strength Building for Peak Performance
18:41 Mental Strategies and the Role of Community Support
21:32 Joining a Factory Team: Experiences and Learnings
28:04 Pavlov's Positive Stimulus Response
28:41 Pre-Race Rituals and Anchors
29:25 The Power of Keywords
30:21 Maintaining Control and Confidence
33:14 Breathing Techniques for Racing
35:31 Handling Pressure and External Influences
40:37 Adapting to Unplanned Changes
42:18 Balancing School and Racing
48:39 Upcoming Races and Goals
53:22 Final Thoughts and Acknowledgements
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DISCLAIMER: 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. ...