#412 Krista Scott-Dixon - Performance Psychology, Play, and Personal Productivity

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Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates

Andrew Coates

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The Lift Free and Diet Hard Podcast dives deep into the science and practice of living a strong, healthy, and intentional life. Hosted by Andrew Coates, the show brings together inspiring guests to share insights, stories, and practical advice that empower listeners to build confidence, make informed choices, and stay resilient in their fitness and wellness journeys. Every episode encourages thoughtful exploration of what it means to lift free, diet hard, and live fully.

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#412 Krista Scott-Dixon - Performance Psychology, Play, and Personal Productivity

Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates

1 hour 7 minutes 22 seconds

1 month ago

#412 Krista Scott-Dixon - Performance Psychology, Play, and Personal Productivity

Industry icon Krista Scott-Dixon joins me to share her wisdom, expertise, and philosophy on:

• Why “sciencey protocols” are often a grift (with nuance and context)

• Why living smaller and spending less is often boring—but better

• Sleep routines and avoiding fragility in your lifestyle rituals

• Performance psychology from coaching elite tactical personnel—and how it helps everyday people

• How adults can use play to be healthier

• What she means by “my job is to make you a worse person”

• What self-abandonment is (and how to stop doing it)

• How she maintains personal productivity

• And much more

CHAPTERS

00:02:02 The “Sciencey Protocols” Grift

00:05:57 The Basics of Health and Fitness

00:07:36 Sponsor Break: Train Heroic

00:12:50 The Fragile Human Hypothesis

00:16:34 Performance Psychology and Everyday Life

00:29:24 The Importance of Playfulness

00:36:24 Playful Pranks and Everyday Fun

00:36:55 Embracing Childlike Joy

00:39:48 Physical Play and Fitness

00:41:45 Setting Boundaries for Self-Care

00:51:17 Productivity and Balance

00:59:06 Defining Success and Longevity

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