NO BS Podcast | Hyrox Training and Peak Performance Tips

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  Ep:32 - You Don't Rise to the Occasion - You Fall to Your Training | Elite Performance | Jamie Elizondo 16.09.2026 55min

  How do elite athletes perform under pressure when fatigue, doubt and discomfort kick in? Grey Cup-winning coach, Jaime Elizondo joins Brian to explore mental toughness, resilience, confidence and the preparation required to perform when it really matters.Drawing on 25 years in professional and college football, Jaime explains why motivation isn't enough, how to train decision-making under pressure, and why preparation creates genuine confidence.From professional football and Royal Marines training to HYROX and endurance sport, the principle is simple: you don't rise to the occasion, you fall to the level of your training.
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  Ep:31 - Hard Work Isn't Enough | Peak Performance Through Discipline | Jeff Lazaros 09.09.2026 44min

  What separates elite performers from hardworking burnouts? Alan Lazaros, Founder of Next Level University, learned the hard way: after a near-fatal car accident forced him to rebuild, he discovered that discipline, not motivation is what drives real results. In this episode, Brian and Alan unpack the mental toughness strategies, peak performance mindset shifts, and the systems that separate people who achieve their goals from those stuck grinding.
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  Ep:30 - Neurodiversity as Competitive Advantage | Human Performance Redefined | Ania Hulsman 02.09.2026 57min

  Performance coaching for neurodivergent athletes often gets overlooked, but ADHD can be a massive advantage in human performance. In this episode, Ania Hulsman reveals how elite athletes with ADHD leverage their unique neurology for peak performance in endurance sports and HYROX. Discover the training strategies, mental resilience tactics, and performance coaching breakthroughs that transform ADHD from a barrier into a competitive edge. Real talk on mindset, race-day execution, and building systems that work with your brain.
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  Ep:29 - When Mindset Isn't Enough | Rewiring Performance Patterns with Kristin Rivas 26.08.2026 1t 12min

  Mindset and mental resilience are non-negotiable for elite athletes, until they work against you. In this episode, Brian explores how high performers' disciplined mindset can trap them in stress patterns, and why nervous system regulation is the missing piece most performance coaches ignore. Kristin Rivas, a brain-based hypnotherapist and TEDx speaker, shares her breakdown-to-breakthrough story: losing her sister, years of unresolved stress pushing through as "grit," and the complete health collapse that forced her to rewire. Discover why willpower alone isn't enough and how to align your nervous system with your peak performance goals.
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  Ep:28 - Peak Performance Under Pressure | Mental Resilience from Boxing to HYROX | Bruce Babashan 19.08.2026 1t 7min

  Mental toughness and peak performance separate elite athletes from the rest, especially under pressure. Olympic boxing coach Bruce Babashan shares the exact mental resilience framework he uses to prepare fighters for split-second decisions in the ring. Learn how to rewire your mindset for race day, manage fatigue-driven breakdowns at the wall ball station, and execute when it matters most, whether you're chasing a HYROX PR or pushing through your toughest moments.
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  Ep:27 - From 73 Surgeries to Elite Mindset | Jay Setchell's Unbreakable Mental Toughness 12.08.2026 46min

  Mental toughness and elite mindset aren't built overnight—they're forged through systems. At 76, former US Marine Jay Setchell has survived three deaths, 73+ surgeries, paralysis, and traumatic brain injury. Yet he leads businesses, raises adopted twins, and inspires thousands. In this episode, we uncover the mental resilience framework and Marine Corps discipline that let him rebuild his identity after devastating setbacks and how you can apply the same mindset to overcome your biggest performance barriers.
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  Ep:26 - The Addiction Nobody Talks About | When Discipline Becomes Self-Destruction 05.08.2026 10min

  In this episode of the No BS Performance Podcast, Brian discusses the fine line between discipline and obsession in fitness. He reflects on his personal journey with exercise addiction, the impact of AFib on his training, and the importance of recovery. Brian emphasises the need for athletes to listen to their bodies and redefine what success means in their training routines.
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  Ep:25 - 7 Performance Principles That Shape Winning Athletes | Discipline & Mindset 29.07.2026 16min

  What separates high performers from everyone else?After 25 episodes of conversations with Royal Marines, elite athletes, coaches and everyday people pushing their limits, I've realised that success almost always comes back to the same core principles.In this milestone solo episode, I share the seven performance principles that have shaped my coaching philosophy through over 30 years of military service, emergency services, endurance sport and coaching athletes of all ages.We'll revisit some of the biggest lessons from previous guests and episodes, including why environment matters more than motivation, how confidence is earned through action, why pressure reveals preparation, and the habits that create lasting performance both in sport and in life.Whether you're training for HYROX, triathlon, endurance events, or simply looking to become a stronger, more resilient version of yourself, these are the principles that underpin everything we do at No BS Performance.In this episode you'll learn:Why environment beats willpowerHow to build real confidenceWhy consistency always winsWhat pressure really revealsThe importance of recovery and lifestyleWhy comparison holds athletes backThe common traits shared by every high performerThis isn't just a look back at the first 25 episodes, it's the foundation for everything still to come.
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  Ep:24 - Mental Toughness Strategy | Former Royal Marine Pete Leahy on Resilience 22.07.2026 38min

  Most athletes quit mentally long before their bodies reach their limit. In this episode, mental resilience expert and former Royal Marine Pete Leahy shares the exact psychological triggers that make elite performers push through pain, pressure, and doubt and the practical strategies you can use to recognise when your mind is giving up and how to override it. Learn how to build the peak performance mindset that separates HYROX winners from the rest.
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  Ep:23 - Why You're Closer Than You Think | The Perseverance Mindset 15.07.2026 14min

  Most people quit their biggest goals just before the breakthrough. In this episode, Brian explores the perseverance mindset that separates elite athletes from the rest, why the middle of any journey (HYROX training, business, relationships) is where dreams die, and the one mental resilience shift that changes everything. Real stories from high performers who almost quit, and exactly why you're probably closer than you think.
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  Ep:22 - Motivation Isn't Enough | The Mental Toughness Strategy That Actually Works 08.07.2026 10min

  Motivation is the lie holding you back from peak performance. In this episode, Brian Stokes breaks down the mental toughness strategies elite athletes and military performers use instead, diving into why discipline, systems, and mental resilience beat inspiration every single time. Discover the framework that separates serious HYROX racers from casual dreamers and unlock the real secret to sustainable high performance training.
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  Ep:21 - The Outcome Trap | Why Parents Sabotage Young Athletes' Growth 01.07.2026 10min

  Parents often sabotage young athletes by chasing outcomes instead of fostering passion. In this episode, Brian explores the biggest kids fitness mistake and how elite athlete parents actually think about development, resilience, and long-term performance. Real strategies to build mentally tough, joy-focused competitors.
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  Ep:20 - Life Lessons From HYROX | Recovery, Community & Mindset at 54 24.06.2026 13min

  At 54, Brian Stokes competed at the HYROX World Championships and learned more about life than performance. In this episode, Brian reflects on HYROX training, recovery strategies, and the elite athlete mindset that matter most, why health beats competition, why community amplifies resilience, and why comparison is the thief of joy. Discover the mental toughness framework that separates sustainable peak performance from burnout.
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  Ep:19 - Recovery Weeks Done Right | Endurance Training for Long-Term Performance 17.06.2026 11min

  Recovery and endurance sports training aren't passive, they're strategic. After a Triathlon, HYROX or endurance event, your recovery week determines whether you adapt stronger or regress. Brian Stokes walks through the exact training strategies elite athletes use: active recovery pacing, when to avoid intensity, how to manage fatigue without losing fitness, and structuring your return to training for peak performance. This is the recovery framework that separates competitors from champions.
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  Ep:18 - Junior HYROX | Is Functional Fitness Training Safe for Kids? 11.06.2026 16min

  Junior HYROX | Is it actually good for kids? We cut through the hype on functional fitness training for young athletes. Brian Stokes breaks down whether HYROX training is developmentally appropriate, what coaches and parents need to know, and how to safely introduce hybrid training to kids without burning them out. Real talk on kids fitness from a former Royal Marines Commando.
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  Ep:17 - Peak Performance Under Pressure | Military Mindset & Elite Athlete Resilience | JD Tremblay 03.06.2026 54min

  Peak performance under pressure isn't about toughness alone. In this episode, JD Tremblay reveals what extreme endurance and military environments teach us about resilience under pressure, recovery mistakes, and elite athlete mindset. Discover why high performers crumble, the line between discipline and self-destruction, and what sustainable peak performance actually looks like, no BS.
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  Ep:16 - Mastering The Grind | How Boring Training Strategies Build Peak Performance 27.05.2026 15min

  Elite athletes aren't built on flashy workouts, they're built on the boring stuff. In this episode, Brian Stokes breaks down why mastering training strategies and consistent fundamentals separate peak performers from the rest. Drawing on his military commando background, discover the unglamorous discipline, periodisation, and daily habits that create true elite athletic resilience. If you're chasing peak performance in Hyrox, endurance sports, or hybrid training, this is the mindset shift you need.
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  Ep:15 - Mental Toughness Under Pressure | Why High Performers Thrive 20.05.2026 16min

  Mental toughness and resilience under pressure are what separate good athletes from elite performers. In this episode, Brian reveals why pressure actually unlocks human potential and why most modern training environments remove it completely. Drawing on his military background, racing experience, and coaching insights, discover how controlled adversity builds the mental resilience you need to excel in HYROX and peak performance.
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  Ep:14 - Functional Fitness For Kids | Why Traditional Programs Fall Short 13.05.2026 17min

  Most kids' fitness programs miss the mark, they're disconnected from real performance. In this episode, Brian Stokes breaks down why traditional youth fitness fails and reveals the functional fitness methodology that builds genuine athletic resilience, endurance athlete mindset, and physical fitness that actually transfers to life. If you're coaching young athletes or want to understand what peak performance training looks like from the ground up, this cuts through the noise.
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  Ep:13 - The Community Effect in HYROX Training | Athlete Mindset Unlocked 06.05.2026 17min

  Why do athletes push harder in HYROX training than they ever do alone? This episode explores the real science behind group fitness accountability, structure, and community and how hybrid training environments unlock peak performance. Brian sits down to unpack the HYROX community effect, drawing on functional fitness training principles, military unit cohesion lessons, and athlete mindset research to show why competition and camaraderie aren't just nice-to-haves, they're performance multipliers.hyrox trainingfunctional fitness traininghyrox race preparationphysical fitness