#41 - Alex Cuthbert - The Real Life of a British & Irish Lion

In this episode of Abnormal, I sit down with Wales and British & Irish Lions winger Alex Cuthbert, one of rugby’s most explosive and experienced players.From the high-pressure moments of Lions tours to the personal challenges of injury, criticism, and mental health, Alex opens up like never before.We explore what it takes to stay at the top, how he rebuilt confidence after hitting rock bottom, and why he still plays with passion and perspective today.This is a raw, powerful insight into the real life behind elite performance, not just for rugby fans, but for anyone chasing growth through adversity.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Abnormal and Alex Cuthbert02:36 Memories of the British and Irish Lions Tour09:22 The Off-Field Experience of a Lions Tour15:16 The Pressure of Selection and Being Dropped22:40 Lessons Learned from Setbacks25:38 Post-Lions Career and Managing Expectations29:57 Overcoming Confidence Issues and Social Media Impact32:03 Transforming Mindset: From Negativity to Positivity34:01 The Role of Mental Coaching in Sports36:51 Experiencing the Pressure of Professional Sports40:17 Overcoming Adversity: Injuries and Comebacks45:44 Navigating Life After Rugby: A New Chapter47:39 Building a Media Career: Insights and Experiences51:27 The Future of Media and Sports in Wales55:16 Creating a Positive Media Environment57:32 Legacy: How Do You Want to Be Remembered?58:56 Advice for Pursuing Abnormal Paths

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