Unleashing the peak potential of humans who work in the most challenging and pressuring environments.
Martin Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, human performance specialists speak to world experts across the full spectrum of human performance topics, ranging from mindfulness and perfectionism, sleep, nutrition and optimal physical preparation.
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Unleashing the peak potential of humans who work in the most challenging and pressuring environments.
Martin Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, human performance specialists speak to world experts across the full spectrum of human performance topics, ranging from mindfulness and perfectionism, sleep, nutrition and optimal physical preparation.
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Afghanistan veteran Luke Sinnot talks candidly about the experience of losing both his legs in an IED explosion and his journey through rehabilitation. He describes the physical and psychological challenges that he faced, and the pivotal role that sport and humour have played in his recovery.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Luke Sinnott lost both his legs while serving as a Royal Engineers Search Advisor in Afghanistan in 2010. He has since gone on to represent Great Britain in both para sailing and long jump and is currently training to be a commercial pilot.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Produced & edited by Bess Manley
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Chapters
00:10 Luke’s Background and Career Journey
03:13 Counter IED Operations in Afghanistan
05:55 Challenges and Responsibilities of Command
14:30 The Incident and Aftermath
21:55 Arrival at DMRC Headley Court
22:23 Life in the Rehabilitation Facility
25:02 Meeting JP and the Role of PTIs
26:30 Understanding Resilience
30:20 The Importance of Humor and Sport in Rehab
35:24 Operation Surf and Its Impact
37:25 Transition to Long Jumping
40:27 Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations
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