Shane Benedict, co-founder of Liquid Logic Kayaks, is one of the most confident paddlers that I know, and in this conversation he shares how he cultivated that confidence, and has sustained it for 40+ years on the water. He also talks about his passion for designing kayaks, and what part of the design and development
Ep #28 Shane Benedict on building confidence with hard moves in easy water Read More »
Shawanna Kendrick, founder of The Hiking, Healing and Outdoors Life (H2O), shares how her recent expedition to Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania was both a personal and generational goal, and the lessons she learned along the way. Our conversation delves into cultivating self-awareness and personal growth through adventure, the benefits of pushing through hard, both for
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“What advice can you give folks who are frustrated with their progress in playboating?” This question was asked during my ‘Playboating 101’ webinar last month. My advice for folks who feel stuck in any area of paddling (or life) is to invest in coaching, AND there’s another element that’s really important for playboating – location,
Benny Marr is known as one of the best big wave and river paddlers in the world, but I’ve always been just as impressed by his self-awareness, growth mindset and lighthearted humor. There’s so much packed into this episode! Benny shares his thoughts on ego and kayaking, and how he has used his ego for
Ep #26 Benny Marr on whitewater kayaking, ego and choosing confidence Read More »
Less is more. You must understand this concept if you want to successfully learn to side surf in a hole and start spinning. And, if you want to learn how to loop and do bigger tricks, side surfing and spinning are key foundational skills. When I work with clients the biggest mistake they make is
In this episode of The Discomfort Zone Podcast, Brenna Keller, a top PSIA ski instructor and guide, dives into the interplay between fear and excitement, highlighting how mindset can help achieve a flow state. .She explains how fear, when managed properly, can enhance performance. The conversation also examines the discomfort zone beyond skiing, particularly in
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In this episode, helicopter air ambulance pilot, Holley Gardel, shares strategies for transforming negative feelings into powerful cues that propel you to perform at your best. We talk about the power of mental performance training, how it unlocks potential in every aspect of life, and how it’s not just for elite athletes. Holley champions thorough
Ep#24 Holley Gardel on adjusting your attitude and altitude in flying and in life Read More »
