5 Best Steve Magness Podcasts in 2026

1. The Art of Doing Hard Things: Meaningful Challenge vs. Useless Suffering

Follow Play Jul 17, 2025 32:42
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About Episode We believe it's important to do hard things. In fact, as your may know, Steve wrote a book with that very title. But there's a difference between taking on challenges that lead to meaningful growth, and meaningless suffering for likes and validation. That difference is often lost in the performative world of social media. Today's episode is about giving you the skills to build true resilience. We differentiate between purposeful and purposeless difficulty, discuss whether or not the "comfort crisis" is real, introduce a modern affliction we're calling "Zombie burnout," detail Hans Selye's pioneering research on stress (and how its impact on our bodies is determined, in large part, by the meaning we give it), and show you how to apply concepts like "Right Effort" and "The Moat of Low Status." Buy "Do Hard Things" by Steve Magness: https://www.stevemagness.com/do-hard-things/ Unedited transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13lH47HlWg0Y99fZktUPqK5R3pD-Jq8w0Vxg_98d0xbg/edit?usp=sharing If you have a questions for us, send an email to clay.growtheq@gmail.com or call our voicemail at ‪(646) 893-9503‬. Subscribe to The Growth Equation newsletter: https://thegrowtheq.com/newsletters/geq/ If you are enjoying FAREWELL, do us a huge favor: text your favorite episode to three people so they can enjoy it, too. Thanks! iTunes and Apple Podcasts Spotify Android PocketCasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. MORE Podcast Title excellence, actually
Podcast Description "excellence, actually" is a podcast from The Growth Equation, hosted by Steve Magness, Brad Stulberg, and Clay Skipper. Drawing on their years of working and corresponding with Olympians, coaches, executives, world-class physicians, and other elite-level achievers in their coaching practice and professional careers, they give you the mental and physical tools, practices, habits, and frameworks used by the best in the world in the pursuit of excellence. Each episode will give you concrete ideas and tips to use in your life immediately to help you become more meaningfully engaged in the pursuits that support your goals and your values. This is not the performative nonsense that is peddled online by grifters and influencers, but the evidence-based systems that work for the best in the world. This is excellence, actually. (This podcast used to appear under the name FAREWELL .) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Hosts Clay Skipper, Brad Stulberg, Steve Magness
Guest Steve Magness
Producer/Network The Growth Equation
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Apple Rating 4.8/5 Avg Length 44 min Format Long form 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. A Powerful Mindset Makes You Unstoppable: How to Train Your Mind &..

Follow Play Jun 01, 2025 1:19:40
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About Episode Today, you’ll learn how to control your mind and train it for extraordinary performance.  By the end of this episode, you’ll know the exact mental training techniques used by world-class athletes, Olympians, and elite performers to overcome fear, build resilience, and unlock the next level of your potential.  Mel’s guest today is renowned performance and mindset coach Steve Magness, who has coached Olympians, Division 1 athletic teams, and organizations at the highest level of performance.  Today, Steve is breaking down the science of mental toughness — and teaching you how to apply it in your own life starting now.  You’ll learn how to:  Rewire your mind to silence self-doubt Perform under pressure Train your focus like an elite athlete Stop overthinking and take confident action Build real mental resilience (without burnout) Hack your mindset and unlock your personal power    This is your roadmap to extraordinary performance — grounded in science and designed to help you rise above whatever is holding you back.  Because when you change your mindset, you change the game.  For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page.  If you liked this episode, you’ll love listening to this one next: How to Stop Negative Thoughts & Reset Your Mind for Positive Thinking Connect with Mel:    Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them Theory Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Mel on Instagram  The Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram Mel's TikTok  Sign up for Mel’s personal letter  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-free Disclaimer MORE Podcast Title The Mel Robbins Podcast
Podcast Description You can change your life and Mel Robbins will show you how. The Mel Robbins Podcast is the #1 podcast on the globe for a reason: Mel’s simple, research-backed advice has changed millions of people’s lives, and in every episode, she’s giving you all her hard-fought secrets, science-backed tools, and deeply personal stories, so you can change yours too. If you’re a new listener, you’re in the right place. Every episode will empower you to create a better life and help you take a step toward the life you want. Want more? Follow along at @melrobbins Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Mel Robbins Podcast ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.MORE Host Mel Robbins
Guest Steve Magness
Producer/Network SiriusXM Podcasts
Email ****@melrobbins.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5 Avg Length 81 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. How To Transform Your Mindset And Boost Performance With Steve Magness

Follow Play Mar 19, 2025 36:50
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About Episode "Confidence demands evidence." In this episode, Nick speaks with performance coach and author Steve Magness about the intersection of mental health, athletic performance, and personal development. What to listen for: Performance coaching helps individuals navigate mental and physical challenges Trauma can set a brain's prediction to be hyper-responsive to stress Mental preparation and visualization are crucial for success in high-pressure situations Self-awareness is key to understanding personal performance and growth Finding a balance between care and obsession can enhance performance Confidence is built through evidence and preparation Visualizing both success and failure helps in managing expectations Sharing the load with others can enhance performance and reduce stress Small tweaks in approach can lead to significant improvements in performance “When we step into the arena, whether that arena is an actual arena or your boss's office, our brain is predictive and calculates whether we're prepared to meet the moment.” Our brains are wired to assess challenges and predict outcomes Preparation is key to calming the brain's predictive analysis The "arena" can be any situation where we face pressure or judgment Confidence and readiness are about training the mind to focus on what you can control Understanding this process helps reduce anxiety and lets you show up fully present “Confidence comes from giving your brain evidence that you are prepared.” Confidence isn't inherent—it’s built through preparation and action Small wins or practice create "proof" your brain can rely on Preparation rewires doubt into belief, making confidence feel natural The more evidence you give yourself, the less external validation you’ll need Confidence grows when you approach situations proactively instead of reactively About Steve Magness Steve Magness is a world-renowned expert on performance, author of the new book Win the Inside Game. He has also authored four other books, including the bestselling Do Hard Things. He has written for The Atlantic, Runner’s World and Sports Illustrated, and has as served as a performance coach and speaker for teams and individuals in the MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL, the US military, and numerous companies and organizations. https://www.stevemagness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stevemagness/ Resources: Interested in starting your own podcast or need help with one you already have? Send Nick an email or schedule a time to discuss your podcast today! nick@themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com Thank you for listening! Please subscribe on iTunes and give us a 5-Star review! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mindset-and-self-mastery-show/id1604262089 Watch Clips and highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk1tCM7KTe3hrq_-UAa6GHA Guest Inquiries right here: podcasts@themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com Your Friends at “The Mindset & Self-Mastery Show” Click To View The Episode Transcript Nick McGowan (00:00.725)Hello and welcome to the Mindset and Self Mastery Show. I'm your host, Nick McGowan. Today on the show we have Steve Magness. Steve, how you doing? Steve Magness (00:14.092)I'm doing great. Nick McGowan (00:16.192)excited you're here. think we're gonna get into a lot of really really good stuff. I know you've got a book that it's coming out and there's some by the time this episode is aired this book will be out. So you have a book that's out and there's just a lot of cool things that we're gonna be able to get into about mental health mindset and you know all those things. But Steve why don't you kick us off? Tell us what you do for a living and what's one thing most people don't know about you that's a little odd or bizarre? Steve Magness (00:42.284)Yeah, I'm a performance coach. What that nebulous term means is I help people try and deal with their mental and physical performance.MORE Podcast Title The Mindset and Self-Mastery Show
Podcast Description Life is made up of moments and the decisions we make in those moments decide the course of our life. In this show, we unpack the moments and stories that have shaped us and the lives we lead toward self-mastery.MORE Guest Steve Magness
Producer/Network Nick McGowan
Apple Rating 5.0/5 Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Steve Magness: Do Real Things in the Real World with Real People - R4R 433

Follow Play Feb 06, 2025 1:09:42
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About Episode As runners, we’re always trying to go faster or further because those metrics demonstrate how successful we are. But in his new book, "Win the Inside Game: How to Move from Surviving to Thriving, and Free Yourself Up to Perform," Steve Magness argues that when we measure our worth by our achievements, it backfires, preventing us from reaching our full potential. Photo credit: Hillary Montgomery For complete show notes and links, visit our website at runningforreal.com/episode433.   Thank you to Tracksmith, Precision Fuel & Hydration, and AG1 for sponsoring this episode.    Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. For years the brand has elevated running wear using best-in-class materials and timeless silhouettes that perform at the highest level and can be worn everyday, not just for running.  Tracksmith helps the environment by making comfortable, durable clothes that will last for years, rather than winding up in the landfill. They help athletes who are trying to make the Olympic trials, and they offer scholarships for creatives to work on their crafts.  If you’re a new customer, go to http://tracksmith.com/tina and use the code TINANEW at checkout to get $15 off your order of $75 or more. Returning customers can use the code TINAGIVE, and Tracksmith will give you free shipping.   Precision Fuel & Hydration helps athletes crush their fueling and hydration so they can perform at their best. Tina used their electrolytes and fuel when she finished first female and third overall at the Bryce Canyon 50 Miler. You can go to https://visit.pfandh.com/tina-planner for their free Fuel & Hydration planner to understand how much carb, fluid, and sodium you need for your key runs.  If you have more questions, Precision offers free video consultations. Their Athlete Support crew will answer your race nutrition questions and act as a sounding board for your fueling strategy. No hard-sell, just an experienced and friendly human who knows the science and is full of practical advice on how to nail your race nutrition. You can book a call at https://visit.pfandh.com/tina-calls. Once you know what you need to run your best, you can go to https://www.precisionfuelandhydration.com/tina/ for 15% off their range of multi-strength electrolytes and fuel.   AG1 is a research-backed Daily Health Drink that combines a multivitamin, probiotic, and blend of superfoods into one scoop that supports the microbiome, immune defense, and metabolism with 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole food sourced ingredients. You’d be hard pressed to find a more comprehensive powder/supplement on the market.  They’re offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. So make sure to check out https://DrinkAG1.com/tina to get this offer!   Thanks for listening! If you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe wherever you’re listening to this podcast. And if you enjoy “Running for Real,” please leave us a review! Keep up with what’s going on at Running for Real by signing up for our weekly newsletter on our website, https://runningforreal.com/. Follow Tina on Instagram, and Facebook. You’ll find Running for Real on Instagram and Facebook too! Want to be a member of the Running for Real community? Join #Running4Real Superstars on Facebook!  Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@TinaMuir) for additional content, including our “RED-S: Realize. Reflect. Recover” series of 100+ videos. Thank you for your support - we appreciate each and every one of you! MORE Podcast Title The Running for Real Podcast
Podcast Description A collective of conversations that inspire, motivate, and encourage runners who know deep down that the world we want to create already exists. We all play a role in bringing it to life. Join former professional runner and life-long athlete, Tina Muir in this unique running podcast. We do not talk to professional runners about their wins or the Olympics. We do not talk about what shoes to wear or what training is best. Instead, we relate every experience back to you, and love to think hard about the questions you would always love to ask. While we bring on well known guests like Malcolm Gladwell, Reshma Saujani, Ryan Holiday, Des Linden, Michael Gervais, and David Epstein, these are not the same old conversations. This feels more like overhearing two friends talking about the deep conversations that weigh on our hearts daily. Join us in discovering the power of running, why our sport has always been part of humanity, and how we can use it as a tool for realizing our truest self, uplifting our communities, celebrating cultures, and taking care of our Mother Earth.MORE Host Tina Muir
Guest Steve Magness
Producer/Network Tina Muir
Email ****@tinamuir.com
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 3.7KTwitter 5.3KInstagram 26.2K Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Since Dec 2017 Get Email Contact

5. How to Deal with Crazy, Overbearing Parents: A Coach's Guide with Steve Magness

Follow Play Dec 19, 2024 9:42
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About Episode Brett Hawke and performance expert Steve Magness dive into the challenges of dealing with overbearing parents in youth sports. They explore how parental pressure can lead to burnout, performance anxiety, and a loss of joy for young athletes - and share strategies to create a healthier environment for long-term success. Steve and Brett discuss: Why over-involvement harms young athletes' development. How to shift the focus from short-term wins to long-term growth. Practical advice for coaches to manage parent expectations. The key to letting kids take ownership of their sports journey. Become a part of the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sprint Revolution⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Get access to our growing collection of workouts, seminars, and exclusive content. New items added every month. ✓ 1 Month of Sprint Workouts (24 New Workouts Each Month) ✓ Online Educational Seminar ✓ Live Q & A with Brett Once a Month ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SWIMNERD:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our new timing equipment! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INTL SWIMMING HALL OF FAME:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Keep our sport's history alive by joining the 1 in 1000 Club! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #swimming #swimmer #swimcoach MORE Podcast Title Inside with Brett Hawke
Podcast Description Take an intimate look inside the minds of swimming's highest achievers with one of the world's best swim coaches, Brett Hawke.
Host Brett Hawke
Guest Steve Magness
Producer/Network Brett Hawke
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 2.8/5Facebook 1.1KTwitter 10.4KInstagram 136.8K Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Since Feb 2020 Get Email Contact