🎙️ Fitness Fashion Crimes, 4 Minute Miles, Wimbledon Predictions and the New Hyrox Rules | The MindSets Podcast | Episode 60

This week on the MindSets Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest unspoken parts of fitness culture: FASHION 👕 😎

From questionable Gymshark fits to near-illegal CrossFit Reebok gear, we break down the do’s, don’ts, and outright crimes of fitness fashion—alongside your listener submissions from Instagram.

🏃 We also chat briefly about whether the sub-4-minute women’s mile will ever happen, and what Faith Kipyegon’s chase means for the future of elite running.

🎾 Who do we think's going to win Wimbledon and why!?

⚙️ "Grinds My Gears" returns with your “gym icks” on what gives you the ick in gyms and why!

💪 Next up, we unpack the NEW HYROX 2025/26 rule changes:

• Are they moving the sport forward?

• What do we still think needs to change?

🎮 ROXD Sport Game of the Week:

Angus brings a brand-new game to the pod this week… let’s see if Charles approves.

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📧 Contact: mindsetspod@gmail.com

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TULE – Fearless [NCS Release]

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⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

00:50 - Will we ever see the sub-4 min mile?

06:20 - Fitness Fashion Crimes (listener confessions)

26:03 - Wimbledon Predictions

31:15 - Grind My Gears: Gym Icks

39:20 - New HYROX Rule Changes

48:12 - ROXD Sport Game of the Week

#MindSetsPodcast #FitnessFashion #GymIcks #HYROX #HYROXTraining #HYROXRacing #FitnessPodcast #MindsetMatters #SportPodcast #RunningPodcast #Sub4Mile #FaithKipyegon #ModernSport #ROXDSport #GrindMyGears #SpotifyPodcasts #UKPodcasts #FitnessTrends #wimbledon2025 #wimbledon #wimbledontennis #tennis

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💉 The Enhanced Games Debate, Amateur Sport Delusions & 21 Questions

After watching the jaw-dropping Enhanced Games documentary, we couldn’t resist diving into one of the biggest debates in modern sport:

➡️ Should performance-enhancing drugs have a place in elite competition?

We react to two Olympic-level swimmers openly taking PEDs to break a world record, and unpack what this means for fairness, progress, and the future of sport as we know it.

💢 Grind My Gears returns with a new round of rants that are all too relatable.

🫧 Next, we shift the lens to the other end of the spectrum - amateur sport. From viral clips of outrageous refereeing to grassroots athletes taking things way too seriously, we ask:

• Where should the line be drawn on competitive drive vs actual ability?

• Is amateur sport losing the plot?

🎮 ROXD Sport Games:

This week’s game is classic 21 Questions—but with a fitness and sport twist. Spoiler: Angus may or may not completely butcher a very easy round.

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🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes covering all things fitness, mindset, and modern sport.

Angus: @angus_cook

Charles: @chucks_life_

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📧 Contact: mindsetspod@gmail.com

🎵 Intro/Outro Music:

TULE – Fearless [NCS Release]

🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless | 🎥 Watch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

00:48 - Enhanced Games Chat

35:49 - Grinds My Gears

49:20 - Amateur Sport Standards

01:08:00 - ROXD Sport Game of The Week

🔥 Hashtags for Discoverability

#MindSetsPodcast #EnhancedGames #PEDDebate #SportsEthics #FitnessPodcast #AmateurSport #SundayLeagueMadness #GrindMyGears #ROXDSport #PodcastClips #MindsetMatters #PerformanceMindset #21Questions #FitnessGames #ModernSport #SpotifyPodcasts #UKPodcasts #SportTalk

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🎙️ What Grinds YOUR gears? | MindSets Podcast | Episode 58

It’s been a BIG couple of weeks. In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles regroup post-race to reflect, recover, and rant.

🏃 Race Recaps:

We break down Charles’ performance at the Hackney Half Marathon and both of our experiences at HYROX Cardiff - two very different outcomes but one shared lesson: REST IS ESSENTIAL. Whether it’s physical overload or mental fatigue, we talk about what happens after the finish line and how to recover properly.

💢 Grind Your Gears:

This time, we handed the mic to you. Our listeners sent in what’s been annoying them lately - fitness edition - and it does not disappoint.

🎮 ROXD Sport Game - “Call Bullsh*t” Edition:

A brand-new format where we battle it out in a fast-paced naming game. Think you know your Premier League winners, protein bar brands, or Olympic sports? So do we... until someone calls BS. Loser has to prove it in 60 seconds.

🔔 Subscribe & Follow for More!

🎧 Listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube

Angus: @angus_cook

Charles: @chucks_life_

ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.com

💌 Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com

📲 All links: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast

🎧 The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, shares real, unfiltered conversations around athletic performance, mindset, recovery, and the realities behind the reps - whether you’re on the start line or stuck in traffic.

🎵 Podcast Intro/Outro Music:

Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

Listen: http://ncs.io/Fearless | Watch

🔥 Hashtags for Discoverability:

#MindSetsPodcast #HYROXCardiff #HackneyHalf #RaceRecap #CallBullshit #GrindMyGears #FitnessPodcast #MentalRecovery #RunningPodcast #ROXDSport #PerformanceMindset #PostRaceBlues #PodcastClips #CardioKings #MindsetMatters #SpotifyPodcasts #UKPodcast #PodcastRecommendations

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🎙️ How Athletes Deliver Under Pressure — MindSets Podcast Ep. 57

This week on The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles dive deep into how elite performers step up when the stakes are highest. From Augusta greens to East African valleys, this episode explores what it takes to deliver when it matters most.

🧠 Mental Topic:

Rory McIlroy finally wins The Masters. But it wasn’t easy—almost blowing it before pulling off one of the strongest performances of his career. We break down what it takes to mentally hold your nerve under pressure and turn past pain into power.

💢 Grind My Gears:

Angus is back with multiple mini-rants, and Charles reveals his biggest personality ick that most people never notice - but once you do, you can’t unsee it.

🏃‍♂️ Physical Topic:

We discuss the secret training methods of elite marathon runners training in the hills and valleys of East Africa. Is there more to their dominance than altitude and mileage? What else could they be doing?

📉 Bonus Segment:

Angus shares a full Hyrox Barcelona Race Debrief - from pacing and sleds to the lessons learned. Charles challenges him with tough questions and takeaways for any athlete trying to level up in any competition.

🎲 ROXD Game Time:

No quiz this week, we’re flipping the format. A brand-new game you can play along with, wherever you're listening. (Let us know how many points you get!)

🔔 Subscribe & Follow for More!

🎧 Listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube

Angus: @angus_cook

Charles: @chucks_life_

ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.com

💌 Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com

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🎧 The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, brings together real conversations on athletic performance, psychology, and the fitness world—with unfiltered opinions and practical takeaways every week.

🎵 Podcast Intro/Outro Music:

Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

Listen: http://ncs.io/Fearless | Watch

🔥 Hashtags for Discoverability:

#MindSetsPodcast #HyroxRecap #RoryMcIlroy #EliteAthletes #MentalToughness #GrindMyGears #MarathonTraining #EastAfricanRunners #PerformanceMindset #UnderPressure #SportsPsychology #ROXDSport #FitnessPodcast #AthleteDebrief #MindsetMatters #PodcastClips #GymTalk #FitnessMindset #BarcelonaHyrox

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Is Comparison Really The Thief of Joy?

In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles return with a double-barrel discussion—one for the mind, one for the body.

🧠 Mental Topic: "Comparison is the thief of joy"—but is it always? We dig into whether comparing yourself to others actually robs you of happiness or can fuel growth and self-awareness when framed right.

🏋️ Physical Topic: Should you rebuild technique from the ground up or play to your strengths and refine your natural style? We dive into the debate athletes and coaches face when chasing peak performance.

⚙️ Grind My Gears:

Charles vents about tapering mistakes before competition—what people get wrong and how to taper like a pro.

Meanwhile, Angus questions the industry’s priorities: Why are brands dropping serious cash on influencers with minimal impact when elite athletes could be supported to dominate globally—for a fraction of the price?

🤓 ROXD Sport Quiz:

Charles is back for redemption in the ultimate fitness & sport trivia showdown. Will he finally break his losing streak?

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Podcast: @MindSets_Podcast

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🎧 The MindSets Podcast is hosted by Angus Cook and explores the mental and physical sides of sport, performance, and personal growth—through raw conversation, expert insights, and a whole lot of banter.

🎶 Podcast Intro/Outro Music:

Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

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Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless

🔥 Hashtags:

#MindSetsPodcast #ComparisonIsTheThiefOfJoy #SportsPsychology #FitnessTechnique #AthleteMindset #SportDebates #PerformanceMindset #GrindMyGears #PodcastClips #GymChat #ROXDSport #FitnessIndustryTalk #FitnessPodcast #FitnessMotivation #TrainSmart #MindsetMatters

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This one’s for the rule breakers, food lovers, and anyone who’s ever felt like the odd one out 🤟

In this episode, I sit down with Johnny Morillo, aka @JohnnyMeatless—a Filipino kid who grew up obsessed with food, turned vegan while solo-traveling the world, and then became the guy behind those viral plant-based videos you see all over your feed.

But Johnny’s story goes way deeper than recipes.

We talk about his culture, how food shaped his identity, and what it’s really like being a minority in a wellness space that still feels overwhelmingly white, polished, and exclusive. Through his new platform @whatsjohnnydoing, he’s showing up in places he’s "not supposed to be"—like reformer pilates, yoga, and more - just to show that everyone deserves to take up space.

We get into:

🍲 Why asian food hits different (and why going vegan wasn’t easy)

📱 Building @JohnnyMeatless from scratch and going viral without selling out

👟 Why fitness spaces need more culture, colour, and chaos

🍳His method of discovering flavours and making new dishes

💥 The pressure to represent when no one else looks like you

If you’ve ever felt like the outsider in food, fitness, or even your own community—this one hits home.

🎧 Johnny also answers listener questions, cutting through myths around fasted training, muscle gain vs. fat loss, and the biggest mistakes most people make with their workouts.

📲 Support the podcast & follow for more:

Johnny:  ⁨@johnnymeatless⁩  / @whatsjohnnydoing

Instagram: @mindsets_podcast

TikTok: @mindsets_podcast

Personal: @angus_cook

Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com

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Johnny Morillo, Johnny Meatless, Filipino vegan, plant-based content creator, inclusive fitness, diversity in wellness, representation in fitness, viral vegan food, vegan creators, social fitness clubs, food and identity, culture in fitness, vegan journey, unfiltered podcast, MindSets Podcast

#JohnnyMeatless #MindSetsPodcast #FilipinoVegan #FoodAndCulture #FitnessForAll #ViralVeganRecipes #PlantBasedCreator #WhatsJohnnyDoing #BreakingTheMold #UnfilteredConversations #RepresentationMatters

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Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

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Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless

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Is your favourite fitness trend legit or just another gimmick? 🤔

In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, we dive deep into the world of fitness gimmicks—from hyped-up training methods to flashy products promising insane results. Are they worth your time, or are they just clever marketing?

We then tackle the question: How big should your ego be in sport? Does having a strong ego separate the best from the rest, or is it just arrogance in disguise? We explore how confidence, mindset, and humility play a role in elite performance.

⚙️ Grinds Our Gears: This week, it's all about meal deals gone wrong—why do supermarkets make some of the worst food choices so expensive?!

🏋️ Roxd Sport Quiz: We wrap up with another round of the ultimate fitness trivia—and finally reveal the answer to last week's cliffhanger question!

🔔 Subscribe & Follow for More!

🎧 Watch & listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube

Angus: @angus_cook

Charles: @chucks_life_

ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.com

Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com

The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.

https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast

Podcast Intro/ Outro Music:

Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds

Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless

Watch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc

🔥 Hashtags for Discoverability:

#MindSetsPodcast #FitnessGimmicks #SportsMindset #AthleteMentality #TrainingTips #EgoInSport #FitnessDebate #MealDealFails #SportsPsychology #RoxdSport #GymLife #PodcastClips #MindsetMatters #gym #fitness #sport

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🎙️ Ep. 53 – What makes a bad fitness coach and are run clubs dying??

🏃 Are social run clubs & fitness events dying? We break down whether community fitness is still thriving or fading away—and what’s replacing it!

🔥 PLUS: What makes a great coach vs. a bad one? Whether you're training for a marathon, Hyrox, or just want to improve, having the right coach can make or break your progress. Learn the key traits to look for in a top coach (and red flags to avoid).

📌 Also in this episode:

🏆 New Half Marathon World Record – How fast is too fast?

😤 What grinds our gears:

-Nose tape—gimmick or secret performance booster?

-Why does EVERYTHING require a subscription now? (Smartwatches, fitness tech & more)

🧠 ROXD Sports Quiz – Test your knowledge on all things fitness & sports!

🎧 Watch & listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube

Angus: @angus_cook

Charles: @chucks_life_

ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.com

Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com

The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.

https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast

Podcast Intro/ Outro Music:

Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds

Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless

Watch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc

🚀 Main Keywords:

Are run clubs dying?

Are fitness events still popular?

How to find a great coach

Best running coach traits

Marathon coaching advice

Why everything is a subscription now

Is nose tape worth it?

New half marathon world record

Hyrox training tips

Sports quiz 2024

Hashtags:

#Running #FitnessTrends #RunningClubs #CoachingTips #MarathonTraining #Hyrox #MindsetPodcast #FitnessPodcast #SubscriptionFatigue #NoseTape

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What makes a training program truly effective?

In this episode, Angus and Charles break down the key principles behind designing the perfect program for your goals—whether you're an elite athlete or just looking to improve your fitness.

We cover:

✅ How to structure your training for long-term performance

✅ The biggest mistakes people make when programming

✅ How different athletes require different approaches

✅ Why public budget gyms are undervalued (and why that grinds our gears⚙️!)

✅ The role confidence plays in training and competition

✅ How to adapt when confidence fluctuates

📌 Whether you're a coach, competitor, or just serious about training, this episode will give you actionable strategies to improve your programming and mindset.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!

🔗 Follow us for more:

📲 Instagram | TikTok | YouTube – @MindSets_Podcast

Angus: @angus_cook

Charles: @chucks_life_

ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.com

Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com

The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.

https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast

Podcast Intro/ Outro Music:

Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds

Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless

Watch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc

Hashtags:

#Podcast #2025 #fitness #athlete #hybrid #athlete #sport #health #gym #crossfit #hyrox #MentalHealth #confidence

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🚀 The Hard Truth About Sleep, Supplements & Performance with Phil Learney | The MindSets Podcast 🎙️

In this high-performance episode of The MindSets Podcast, I sit down with Phil Learney, co-founder of HMN24 and one of the most respected minds in strength, conditioning, and human performance. With over 25 years of coaching experience, Phil has worked with elite athletes, major corporations, Hollywood stars, and top-level executives, refining strategies for optimal health, longevity, and peak performance.

We dive into game-changing insights on sleep, supplementation, and training methodologies—cutting through the noise and misinformation that flood the fitness industry. Phil shares industry secrets from his work at the highest level, revealing how elite performers recover faster, train smarter, and sustain long-term success.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

🔥 The truth about sleep & circadian rhythms – Why your training suffers without quality rest

💊 Supplements that actually work – Separating science from marketing hype

🏋️ The future of training & recovery – What top athletes are doing NOW to stay ahead

☕ Caffeine myths DEBUNKED – How to optimize your intake for max performance

🥗 Eating for energy & longevity – Why your nutrition strategy is more important than you think

🚀 High-performance habits – What separates world-class athletes & business leaders

🎧 Phil also answers listener questions, cutting through myths around fasted training, muscle gain vs. fat loss, and the biggest mistakes most people make with their workouts.

📲 Support the podcast & follow for more:

Instagram: @mindsets_podcast

TikTok: @mindsets_podcast

Personal: @angus_cook

Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com

🔗 Listen now: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast

🎶 Podcast Intro/Outro Music:

Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds

Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless

🔍 Keywords:

Phil Learney, HMN24, sports performance, sleep optimisation, supplements for athletes, high-performance training, elite recovery strategies, strength and conditioning, caffeine myths, fitness industry secrets, coaching elite athletes, circadian rhythm and performance, human performance strategies, longevity and fitness.

📌 Hashtags:

#PhilLearney #TheMindSetsPodcast #ElitePerformance #HighPerformanceHabits #SleepOptimization #SportsPerformance #CaffeineMyths #StrengthTraining #AthleteRecovery #Longevity #HMN24

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In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus is joined by the new expert co-host and former guest, Charles Ingell from ROXD Sport💥

We dive into two key topics: common mistakes people make when starting new sports or fitness routines, and the effectiveness of New Year's resolutions.

We also introduce a new segment, "Grinds My Gears," where we tackle controversial fitness topics, like elitism in amateur sports and the misconceptions around 'hybrid' fitness.

Plus, stay tuned for the ROXD Sport Quiz, a fun fitness challenge for our listeners, brought to you by our sponsors at ROXD Sport!

We hope you enjoy the new format of these episodes, let us know your thoughts in the comments below! 💬

Support the podcast 🫶

Instagram: @mindsets_podcast

TikTok: @mindsets_podcast

Angusl: @angus_cook

Charles: @chucks_life_

ROXD Sport: @ROXD_sport or www.roxdsport.com

Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com

The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.

https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast

Podcast Intro/ Outro Music:

Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds

Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless

Watch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc

Follow for more stories of grit, mental resilience and top tips for your life! 💥

Hashtags:

#MentalHealth #Podcast #2025 #fitness #athlete #hybrid #athlete #sport #health #newyearsresolution #gym #crossfit #hyrox

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Spoiler: No, quite the opposite 😎

Welcome back to the MindSets Podcast! It's 2025 and in this episode host, Angus takes you (briefly) through what happened in 2024 on the podcast and behind the scenes before turning to this year and what you can expect!

Some big changes are coming to the podcast to ensure you are getting ground-breaking episodes with new findings in the health and fitness space to maximise your daily life, training and performance in a new type of episode every other week. I will be joined by previous guest, and new co-host Charles Ingell to bring some incredible insights into the mental and physical phenomenon that athletes tackle on a daily basis as well as having fun with some games/ quizzes and a new personal favourite section "What grinds your gears?".

In addition to this, I give details on the new podcast studio and what this will mean for the guest episodes (don't worry, plenty of big name and big story guests this year!).

This is an absolutely packed short episode that peels back the showbiz curtain to podcasting, just the way I (and hopefully) you like it, ahead of the biggest year for the MindSets Podcast yet!

🔑 Key Topics:

-2024 in reflection.

-New podcast studio.

-New episode format.

-Co-host announcement (for some episodes).

-Brand partnership announcement.

🎧 Listen now for the behind the scenes of your new favourite podcast!

Support the podcast 🫶

Instagram: @mindsets_podcast

TikTok: @mindsets_podcast

Personal: @angus_cook

Enquiries: mindsetspod@gmail.com

The MindSets Podcast, hosted by Angus Cook, dives deep into the mental strategies, resilience, and motivation of top athletes and fitness professionals. Each episode brings you inspiring stories and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and fitness goals.

https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast

Podcast Intro/ Outro Music:

Song: TULE - Fearless [NCS Release]

Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds

Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless

Watch: http://youtu.be/9rujCfYXhQc

Follow for more stories of grit, mental resilience and top tips for your life! 💥

Hashtags:

#MentalHealth #Podcast #2025 #fitness #athlete #hybrid #athlete #sport #health

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