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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
Latest Episodes
Kath Bicknell | The Hidden Mental Skills That Make You a Better Mountain Biker
In this episode of The Mind Mountain Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Kath Bicknell, a cognitive researcher, mountain biker, and founder of Intelligent Action. Kath completed a PhD investigating the lived experience of mountain biking, combining ac...
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Lewis Brindley on Adventure, Progression & Riding in NZ
In this episode, I sit down with Lewis Brindley, founder of Adventure Fuel, a professional bike guide with Adventure South NZ, and a New Zealand mountain biking expert.Originally from the UK, Lewis shares how a rough first ride in Queens...
Cait Leavitt on Concussion Recovery, Nervous System Regulation & Sustainable Performance in MTB
In this episode, Jake sits down with Cait Leavitt, a registered clinical counsellor, certified mental performance consultant, mountain biker, and founder of Mind With Matter, for a deep conversation on the connection between mental health, perf...
Jon Casson | Exploring Confidence and Connection in Mountain Biking Education
In this episode of the Mind Mountain Podcast, Jake sits down with John Casson. Director of Education at the Professional Mountain Bike Instructor Association (PMBIA), to explore how a more human-centered approach to coaching helps riders build ...
Rich MacLennan | Harnessing Mental Performance, the Power of Community, and Actionable MTB Mindset Strategies
In this episode, I sit down with Rich McLennan, one of the leaders behind the SportSense remote coaching app and host of the SportSense Podcast.We dive into the mental side of mountain biking - usi...