19 Best Motivational Podcasts For Athletes

1. Ali on the Run Show

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Every week on the Ali on the Run Show, I talk with inspiring people who lead interesting lives on the run and beyond. And while running is what brings us all together, on these episodes, we're digging a little deeper. These conversations are about the decisions people have made to get where they are today, and how getting sweaty has factored in. Whether you're on the run toward something great or away from something that's holding you back, join me on this never-ending adventure, and let's all pick up the pace together.MORE Host Alison Feller
Producer/Network Ali Feller
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 3.9KFacebook 4.2KTwitter 12.1KInstagram 113.8K Avg Length 77 min Format Long form Since Feb 2017 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. The Rich Roll Podcast

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A master-class in personal and professional development, ultra-athlete, wellness evangelist and bestselling author Rich Roll delves deep with the world's brightest and most thought provoking thought leaders to educate, inspire and empower you to unleash your best, most authentic self. More at: https://richroll.comMORE Producer/Network Rich Roll
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 18.3K Avg Length 85 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Resurface With Emilie Uttrup

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Welcome to 'Resurface', a podcast where Emilie Uttrup will take a deep dive into the stories of athletes and industry leaders who have faced adversity and emerged victorious. Through shared vulnerability Emilie will explore the mental and emotional challenges they have faced and discover the strategies they have used to not only bounce back, but to come back stronger than ever. Whether you're passionate about sport or simply someone who's fascinated by great stories and the power of resilience, this is the podcast for you...MORE Host Emilie Uttrup
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 12Instagram 421 Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Mission Kona Podcast

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Triathlon: where you can test your limits in 3 different disciplines one after the other! Swim, bike, run. One might say it's an addiction, but truly it's a lifestyle! Mission Kona podcast highlights age group athletes doing amazing things in the Triathlon space. Mike & Michelle Payne are husband and wife amateur triathletes, parents and self proclaimed coffee connoisseurs, both working in corporate America. Mike is also a Triathlon coach and recently qualified for Kona in October of 2024. Michelle completed her first half Ironman in 2021 and plans to race a full Ironman in the near future...MORE Hosts Mike Payne, Michelle Payne
Producer/Network Mike & Michelle Payne
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 22Facebook 26Instagram 263 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Live Your Personal Best - Workout Motivation and Routine Building For Current and Former Athletes

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Top Podcast for helping you move from STUCK and OVERWHELMED to MOTIVATED and CONFIDENT in living a healthy lifestyle. Are you struggling to find motivation to stick with your workout routine? Do you want to eat healthier but you're done trying yet another diet? Are you stuck on even where to start when it comes to getting in shape, eating right, and feeling confident in your body?I know exactly how you feel. Hi guys, I'm Emily Coffman. I was a Division I Athlete and honestly I was really burnt out of that lifestyle. I knew there had to be a way to be healthy without devoting my life to it. So, I wanted to create a plan for you where we can create a lifestyle that works with you and for you...MORE Producer/Network Emily Coffman | Former Athlete, College Health Tips, Food Freedom
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 208 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

6. Monday Mile with Aimee Fuller

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Former Team GB double winter Olympian, and no broadcaster and author Aimee Fuller is on a mission to find the secrets for Monday motivation from some of the most successful sports men and women of our time and other well-known celebrities which will drop every week.Aimee will be probing for answers from the full spectrum of routines; the early birds who have finely tuned Monday mornings, to the late risers who struggle to get up before 11am...MORE Host Aimee Fuller
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 48Instagram 121.9K Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Whey of Life

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Gus Holland, host of the Whey of Life Podcast, is a certified personal trainer, competitive athlete, and fitness enthusiast. Each week he covers all that is success in and out of the gym. Tune in to hear motivational stories, insights, advice, and in-depth interviews with awesome guests. Follow the Whey of Life Podcast to get new episodes every Wednesday.MORE Host Gus Holland
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 30Facebook 127Instagram 987 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Legends of Athletics

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This podcast is for sports performance training tips, personal training tips, health and wellness knowledge. We will cover a wide array of topics from physical health to mental health, and also relevant topics within our community. This podcast will also help those looking for motivation to get up and move, as well as mental clarity.MORE Host Justin Miller
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 12 Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Since Jun 2018 Get Email Contact

9. Sports Motivation Podcast

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Take control of your sports career and start DOMINATING your competition. The 'I'm Not You' Sports Domination Podcast is hosted by Former All American and NFL Running Back Olaniyi Sobomehin ( Niyi Sobo ) , and he walks you through the specific strategies, habits, and most important MINDSET that you need to take your game to the NEXT level. You'll learn how to master your emotions, how to set goals and crush them, and the mindset of the worlds best athletes so you can get the results you want...MORE Host Niyi Sobo
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 1K Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. The Rising Spear Podcast

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Hear from Florida State Student Athletes directly as we go in depth to learn more about them, their performances, what motivates them, and more! Rising Spear is a third-party entity not affiliated with Florida State University. The organization provides a platform to create and develop NIL opportunities for FSU student-athletes in cooperation with businesses and sponsors. You can learn more and become a member by visiting RisingSpear.com today!MORE Producer/Network RisingSpear.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 9Facebook 511Twitter 6.6KInstagram 2.8K Get Email Contact

11. The Mindset Athlete Podcast

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We bring you an inspirational athlete, message or expert talking about human optimisation to teach you how to change the perception of your mindset and become 1% better hosted James Roberts, 2x Paralympian (Beijing2008 & London2012), TEDx speaker and transformation coach.MORE Host James Roberts
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 51Twitter 3.9KInstagram 416 Avg Length 74 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. Tama Samoa: Samoans in the NRL

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Samoan rugby league players have been big names in the Aussie league for many years. They are renowned for their strength and skill, but what motivates them to become great athletes and what are their lives like off the field? Tama Samoa is a three part podcast series exploring the world of rugby league from a Samoan perspective. Host Joyce Matai'a chats with current NRL players Ava Seumanufagai, Joshua Papalii, and Stephen Crichton, as well as OG's of the game Leo Tanoi, Joe Galuvao and Leaupepe Nigel Vagana...MORE Producer/Network SBS Audio
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Apple Reviews 12Facebook 1.7MTwitter 261.6KInstagram 295.9K Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

13. PXP Let's Talk Success

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Welcome! Join Paul and Dre in discussing hot topics, past & future successes/failures, and much more! We are extremely excited to present our new podcast to all members and anyone who has access to podcast platforms. Our podcast is designed for triathletes, runners, cyclists, swimmers, and really any athlete or individual looking to improve physical and mental fitness. Paul has unlimited stories from members and why not share those stories with you for inspiration, motivation, and to know the phenomenal people you're surrounded by...MORE Producer/Network PXP Endurance
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 30 Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

14. Game Changers: Incredible Stories of Resilience in Sports

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The Game Changers Podcast includes conversations with athletes and coaches exploring the triumphs and tribulations in sports.  We uncover the untold stories of glory and defeat and how it defined our guests' journeys.  From overcoming setbacks to achieving extraordinary feats, each show will bring the listener inspiring tales of resilience that extends beyond the scoreboard.  Whether it's a comeback from injury, a stunning victory or the lessons learned in defeat, Game Changers is your front row seat to the indomitable human spirit in the arena of sports and performance.MORE Host Linda Martindale
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 82 Avg Length 59 min Format Long form

15. Mere Mortal Marathon Podcast

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Ever considered running a marathon, but thought that it's impossible? Curious to know what it's like to train with a coach? Join first time marathoner Duane France and experienced endurance coach Morgon Latimore, The Peoples Coach, as they work together to show that, with the right training and motivation, a marathon is not just for superhuman athletes...mere mortals can do it too!MORE Producer/Network Duane K. L. France
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6 Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

16. Strides for Strength

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Michaela and Erin are RRCA certified run coaches and Registered Nurses by degree! The Strides for Strength podcast is where running meets everyday life. We focus on mindset, physical strength and all of life's in between moments of self doubt and fear both on and off the run. Our mission is to make running SIMPLE and FUN while we pull back the curtains around all things running tips, tricks, motivation and lifestyle with athlete interviews, guest experts combined with our many years of running experience going from non runners to now multiple time marathoners to help you become the athlete y..MORE Hosts Erin Rosen, Michaela Robertson
Producer/Network Michaela Robertson & Erin Rosen
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 120Facebook 177Instagram 684 Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

17. Growth on the Daily with Rey Lambie

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Former competitive hockey player, Reyanna Lambie, brings to you Growth on the Daily, the podcast helping athletes overcome the challenges we face on the daily. As she embarks on her personal growth journey, she challenges current and former athletes to join her in becoming the best versions of themselves. Tune in for a dose of motivation, inspiration, and insight on becoming more than an athlete, and hear from a range of guests in the athletic space on their journeys too. Let's learn together... grow together... thrive together!MORE Producer/Network Reyanna Lambie
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Apple Reviews 4Facebook 3Instagram 127 Avg Length 15 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

18. Michael Ceely's High Performance Podcast

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The psychology of high performance with Michael Ceely, coach for executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes. Inspiring interviews with business leaders, sport psychologists, elite athletes, coaches, and other high performing individuals.MORE Host Michael Ceely
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 330Instagram 2.6K Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

19. AMPT Mental Performance Podcast

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Science of Optimal Performance. AMPT Mental Performance Podcast ignites your drive to excel in sports, leadership, and high-risk professions. Hosted by Neil Wattier, a seasoned mental performance coach and Air Force veteran, AMPT brings a vibrant blend of education and practical strategies for sport athletes, corporate leaders, and tactical athletes.Through a mix of high-energy discussions and expert interviews, Neil tackles the tough questions with empathy and accountability: 'It's tough, I get it. What are you going to do about it?'MORE Host Neil Wattier
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3Instagram 374 Avg Length 9 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact