The Threshold Lab
The Threshold Lab is where “aha” moments and insights go to lift weights. Each episode cracks open a fundamental principle from the world of high performance and aims to transform how you think, work, and lead. Think of it like unlocking a door you’ve passed a hundred times, only to find it opens into a whole new way of thinking. If you're into mindset, growth, and the occasional mental mic drop, you're in the right lab.
Zach Brandon is a coach, speaker, and thought leader blending principles from psychology, coaching, and high performance to empower others toward personal and professional excellence.
The Threshold Lab
The Goal Gradient Effect
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Zach Brandon
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Episode 8
Ever felt that sudden burst of energy when the finish line comes into view? That’s not random, but it is phenomenon known as the Goal Gradient Effect. In this short episode, we break down how your brain’s built-in “turbo boost” works, why visible progress is so motivating, and how coaches and performers can stack small wins to stay locked in.
