Athlete Maestro Podcast
Episodes
Experts Edition 2023 - One Thing You Can Do To Get A Step Closer To Your Goals Part 2
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here's the concluding part of the experts edition on the one thing athlete can do to get a step closer to their dreams.Listen to the previous experts ...
Selects Edition - Why You Must Invest In Yourself As A Young Athlete EP 1079
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Most Athletes are more focused on external investments (who will invest in me? etc.) but investment in self is KEY - the first before other people can...
Selects Edition - Emmitt Smith EP 1078
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first "Selects" Episode of the year and we throwback to Episode 193 where we looked into the career of legendary former American NFL...
Experts Edition 2023 - One Thing You Can Do To Get A Step Closer To Your Goals Part 1
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Still in the spirits of the new year, here's an episode which details the one thing young athletes can do to move a step closer to their goals. A...
Selects Edition: Why Athletes Suffer Mental Blocks And How You Can Avoid Them - EP 1076
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here's the first Selects Edition episode of this year - 2024!In this episode, we reflect on Ep 188 where we spoke extensively on why Athletes suffer f...
Shohei Othani - Eat And Breathe Your Sport - EP 1075
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we look into the career of Japanese Icon, Shohei Othani. coached by his Father from a young age, Othani began playing baseball in the...
Experts Edition 2023 - What It Means To Be A Master Of Your Craft Part 2
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are a whole lot of ideas, interpretations and beliefs of what it means to be a master of your craft. However, with the interpretations we've gat...
Mastering Your Belief Systems As An Athlete - EP 1073
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you like it or not, you have a mindset that opines that you are where you are because of some factors. this may be true or untrue but because ...
Nikola Jokic - IQ Matters More Than Physical Attributes - EP 1072
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode looks into Nikola Jokic, a Serbian superstar, one of the greatest centres to grace the NBA. His ability to play the game cannot be disput...
Experts Edition 2023 - What It Means To Be A Master Of Your Craft Part 1
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all want to be the best at what we do, we all want to excel at what we do but what does it mean to be a master of your craft?This episode is one of...
Reviewing The Athlete Maestro Method (AMM) - EP 1070
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode talks about the Athlete Maestro Method whic is a comprehensive approach to sports development and we would be emphasizing on a stru...
Lessons From 5 Of The Top Athletes Of 2023 - EP 1069
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the first day of 2024 and I have prepared for you a banquet on today's episode where we would be discussing specific lessons from five top ...
The Link Between Diet And Microbiome
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the last Friday episode of the year and we reflect on the impactful interview with Dr. Inka Davis in Episode 917. The episode opens up the complex ...
How And Why You Should Close Out Your Year - EP 1067
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is the last Wednesday episode of 2023 and this episode emphasizes the importance of closing out the year in grand style for athletes. The nee...
Selects Edition: Dan Carter EP 1066
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We close up the Monday episodes for this year with the select edition Ep 178 featuring legendary New Zealand rugby union player Dan Carter - One of th...
Rejection And Self Talk - Excerpts from Ep 926
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another excerpt from Ep 926 - a mindblowing interview with Seth Pepper, a High-Performance Coach who coaches athletes and performers to success. He is...
My Wins And Loses In 2023 - EP 1064
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I decided to share my wins and losses for this year. You might have perceived me as one who has it all figured out with a smooth-sili...
Selects Edition: Drew Brees Ep 1063
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, We reflect on the select edition featuring legendary NFL quarterback Drew Brees. Brees, born on January 15, 1979, overcame adversity,...
Prepare For A Tournament Like A Pro
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we are wrapping up the year 2023, we’d be doing some excerpts from some standard episodes we had this year and one such interview is the one with...
4 Pivotal Decisions Athletes Make In Sports - EP 1062
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are discussing four crucial decisions athletes face in sports as the year comes to an end, emphasizing the importance of carefully...
Miguel Cabrera - Its Ok To Hate The Spotlight Ep 1060
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Cabrera's ability to quickly move on from mistakes is emphasized. Despite the nature of baseball, where missing hits is common, he ma...
Only The Disciplined Are Free
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Only the disciplined are free.This episode talks about the crucial role of discipline in the life of athletes. It begins by reiterating that only the ...
Why You Shouldn't Play It Safe In Your Career - EP 1058
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As an athlete, playing it safe might seem to be the best especially when you just had a big break in your sports but it actually causes a lot of harm ...
Israel Adesanya - You Can Manifest Success Ep 1057
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are diving into the essence of Isreal Adesanya's success, the Nigerian MMA luminary and also invaluable lessons for aspiring athletes.Even after he...
Knowing And Doing Are Two Different Things
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's podcast episode, we dive into a crucial lesson from Stephen Covey: "To know and not do is to really not know." Many athletes fall into the ...
Selects Edition: How Long Does It Take To Succeed In Sports Ep 1055
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sports is difficult and there is no easy way to sports.There are so many variables that can go wrong in sports. They are so many variables that actual...
Selects Edition - Inky Johnson EP 1054
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Inky Johnson's inspiring story, emphasizes three key lessons. First, it highlights that injuries are an inevitable part of sports, urging athletes to ...
You Can Get Sponsored
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we go back to an episode with the delightful Vicky Saunders where we explored a unique journey of an athlete who defied the norm, ...
Defining your Focus As A Young Athlete EP 1052
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's not that you are not talented or you cannot be great in your sport, it's just that you don't have focus or maybe you are not focused on the right...
Allen Johnson - Never Mask Your Disappointments EP 1051
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Allen Johnson, an accomplished track and field athlete is our star on the podcast today. We highlight his achievements, including Olympic gold medals ...
What You Have To, When You Have To, Whether You Like It Or Not
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aldous Oxley emphasizes discipline, stressing the importance of doing what needs to be done, when it needs to be done, regardless of feelings. Practic...
Selects Edition - How To Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes Athletes Make EP 1049
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Success in sports demands a proactive approach—own your journey, set goals, and make daily plans. By avoiding these three pitfalls, athletes can pav...
Selects Edition - Sidney Crosby EP 1048
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sidney Crosby, a legendary ice hockey player, teaches us that everything involves hard work. Starting at age two, he emphasizes dedication and perseve...
Confidence Is More Than A Belief
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Scott Goodman, the intelligence coach with two PhDs and a key figure in the development of the Athletic Intelligence Quotient (AIQ).His expertise ...
What It Means To Have A Champion's Mindset EP 1046
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Champion's mindset is crucial for athletes striving for excellence. It encompasses believing in the possibility of success, never giving up, being...
Nadia Nadim - Possess A Desire To Succeed EP 1045
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nadia Nadim's remarkable journey teaches us the invaluable lessons of resilience, determination, and the ability to turn challenges into stepping ston...
Don't Let Failure Stop You
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Confucius said a man is great not because he hasn't failed, he is great because failure hasn't stopped.The disappointments and the setbacks that you f...
Why You're Playing Small As A Young Athlete EP 1043
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're going to chase the highest level of success in sports, it is going to cause you problems, it is going to make you feel uncomfortable at cert...
Jan Zelezny - The Unexpected Can Happen EP 1042
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How serious are you about your sports?What are the things you do that makes you stand out?Do you have what it takes to be the best in your sport?In th...
The Speed At Which You Solve The Game's Problems
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fastest player is not the one who runs the fastest, but the one who solves the game's problems the fastest. You see at the end of the day, what is...
How I Combine Athlete Maestro With My Busy Law Career EP 1040
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How I combine my busy law career with running everything that we do here on Athlete Maestro so if you just joined us, maybe you just joined us over th...
Dwight Phillips - Become Infatuated With Your Goals EP 1039
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To become the best, it has to be your goal and that goal has to be your driving force.Does your goal keep you up at night?Does it push you to do more?...
Never Let The Future Disturb You
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus Aurelius said Never let the future disturb you. You will meet it if you have to, with the same weapons of reason which today arm you against th...
Selects Edition - How To Finish The Year Strong And Achieve Your Sports Goals EP 1037
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Assessment is important in sports. Without assessment, you won't know how far you've come and how to go about it. So be it sleep, diet training, worki...
Selects Edition - Lindsay Davenport EP 1036
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You don't need to be great to start, but you need to start to be great.Starting might seem the hardest but you just need to muster enough courage and ...
Ideal Pathway For Footballers
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Some knowledge that you pick up as you grow as a person yourself really helps you to understand some things and the best way for you to make that know...
Ivan Pedroso - Focus On Executing EP 1033
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Look for hunger, follow the system of your coach and focus on executing. Every single title there was to win as a long jumper including Olympic gold i...
If Only You Had Time. Act Now
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Wright said everywhere is walking distance. If you have time. As human beings, we have a tendency to want to over complicate things.In this epi...
Selects Edition - Why Your Training Is Not Leading To Consistent Performances EP 1031
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Training and practicing are very important aspects of sports.Now the first reason why your training is not leading to consistent performances is that ...
Selects Edition - Anderson Silva EP 1030
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Improvement is one thing that is important as an athlete as well as a human being.You cannot succeed if you do not improve.Learn from yesterday's less...
Talent vs The Intangibles
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Talent without work, practice, determination and zeal is insignificant.You can be talented and still be mid because you lack certain requirements both...
What You Should Be Doing In Practice As A Young Athlete EP 1028
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maximizing training, means you are better preparing for competition. Obviously training is a massive part of performance and practices makes perfect.I...
Selects Edition - George S Pierre EP 1027
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Efficiency is the key and it's not the most powerful animal that survives, it's the most efficient. There are so many questions you have asked and sho...
The Key Is To Be A Self Aware Athlete
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's very important as an athlete to be self aware. The more self aware you are, the more you know yourself as an athlete and the more you can improve...
How To Be A Happy Athlete EP 1025
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is easier to say than to do. Those things you think are easy to do are the things that are often not done. Being happy is one of them.In this episo...
Coco Gauff - Consistency Will Always Prevail EP 1024
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Progress takes time so, keep being consistent and let doubters fuel your strength.In this episode, you'll learn about Coco Guaff and her fighting spir...
Focus On Whats Important
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Kaberuka said I'm not interested in whether the glass is half empty or half full. I'm interested in figuring out how to feel the glass.In this ...
Selects Edition: What No One Told You About Injuries In Sports EP 1022
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Injuries in sports are inevitable but how you handle them is what matters. Pain, injuries and recovery go hand in hand and one of the key phrases that...
Selects Edition: Serena Williams EP 1021
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As an athlete, there will be times when you will experience setbacks, failures, difficulties, there will be struggles but how you come back is the mos...
Routines And Consistency Lead To Success
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the things that shape the minds of young athlete is the mindset of failure. In this episode, you'll learn about the difference between fai...
5 Lessons From 5 Athletes At The 2023 World Athletics Championships EP 1019
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In terms of your growth as an athlete who's aspiring to become elite, where ever you see the best of the best athletes competing against each other as...
Selects Edition - Lewis Hamilton EP 1018
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Be your own athlete. Be accountable and reduce excuses. Set and put out your goals. Be out there and be willing to do the work to succeed.In this epis...
Practice With Your Mind To Save Time
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Practice with your fingers and you'd need all day, practice with your mind, and you would do as much in one hour and the half.In this episode, you'll ...
Selects Edition: How To Reduce The Risk Of Injuries EP 1016
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you deal with injuries?If you are going to have any sort of longevity in your sport, injuries and prevention of injuries play a massive role in...
Andre Agassi - Sports Is A Lonely Journey EP 1015
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You can always make a comeback not matter how bad it gets.In this episode, you'll learn about Agassi's life and journey in the tennis world.He wasn't ...
Winning Is In The Journey. Focus On The Process
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You know, along the way, what looks like a detriment, starting so late, was actually a strength because all I did was fail from the first day and in n...
Why You Struggle To Build Confidence As A Young Athlete EP 1013
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why do you struggle with confidence as an ally? Struggle to build confidence as an athlete? In this episode, you'll learn more about confidence a...
Carolina Kluft - Thrive On The Pressure EP 1012
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Having good self confidence involves knowing you are good at what you do but having good self esteem involves knowing that you are good as a person.In...
Moving From A Great Athlete To An All Time Great Athlete
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What separates great players from all time great players is the ability to self assess, diagnose weaknesses and turn those flaws into strength - Kobe ...
Selects Edition - How To Overcome Your Limiting Self Beliefs EP 1010
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The hallmark of any great athlete is their ability to believe in themselves, the ability to look beyond what limits them from achieving their true pot...
Selects Edition - Sir Andy Murray EP 1009
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your emotions go a long way in giving you stamina as an athlete. You need to learn how to turn your bad emotions into something that can push you.In t...
Nutrition Is Number One Not Supplements
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What you eat as an athlete is important and it plays a very vital role in keeping you fit.In this episode, you'll learn that supplements won't do anyt...
What You Should Do When You Feel Like Quitting Your Sport EP 1007
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are times in our lives where we feel like nothing is working even after trying so hard and we just feel like giving up and quiting.In this episo...
Tori Bowie - You Don't Have To Love Training EP 1006
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The news of Tori Bowie's death did not only sadden the sports world, but led many to delve into her story a story of resilience, purpose.In this episo...
Stop Complaining And Get To Work
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Champions never complain, they are too busy getting better.” ― John Wooden.In this episode, you'll learn more about Coach John Wooden and how to b...
How I Made To 1000 Episode Of Athlete Maestro EP 1004
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a follow up from last week's episode where we celebrated 1000 episodes.In this episode, you'll learn about how we got to 1000 episodes on the ...
Selects Edition - Monica Seles EP 1003
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's selects edition of the podcast, we look back at the episode on Episode 166 where we looked at tennis great - Monica Seles. Here yo 'll see ...
Grateful For 1000 Episodes
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance - Eckhart Tolle.In this episode, it's all about gratitud...
Celebrating 1000 Episodes Of Athlete Maestro - Part 2
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a continuation of episode 1000, the landmark episode.In this episode, you would learn lessons from past athletes on how they overcame and beca...
Episode 1000 - My Journey, My Story
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a landmark episode. A very special one at the moment.In this episode, I would be interviewed and you would listen to my story and hear me go i...
Tune Out The Noise While Performing
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuning out noise when performing will enable you focus on your performance and reduce distractions.In this episode, you would learn how to figure out ...
How To Handle Fame As An Athlete - EP 998
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To be able to handle fame, you will have to prepare for fame. You need to be ready for fame so you can handle it.In this episode, you would learn how ...
Alberto Cova - Stay Faithful To Your Tactics EP 997
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of the podcast, we look at the first legend of distance running, an all time great 10,000metres runner - Alberto CovaIn this episod...
Why Your Most Rehearsed Action Is Important
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To excel at what you do, you need to practice. It is only the things you do in private, you would be able to do in public.In this episode, you would l...
Selects Edition: Top 10 Tips To Celebrate 500 Episodes Of Athlete Maestro - EP 995
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we countdown to episode 1000, here's a playback of top ten tips from episodes of the first 500In these playback, you'll see and understand the less...
Selects Edition: Adam Peaty - EP 994
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's selects edition of the podcast, we look back at the episode on one of the greatest British swimmer - Adam P.T as we explored critical...
Finding The Balance Between The Physical Requirements Of Sports
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this excerpt, we're looking back to our session with Tom Mura who has coached youth footballers for over two decades, guiding them to becoming a to...
Failure In Your Mind vs True Failure EP 992
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the things that shape the minds of young athlete is the mindset of failure. In this episode, you'll learn about the difference between fai...
Apolo Ohno - Always Study Your Opponents EP 991
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
He is the most decorated American at the Winter Olympic Games- the legendary short track speed skater.Today, we're looking at the career of American i...
Be Where Your Feet Are.
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the greatest ways to succeed as an Athlete is to "be where your feet are". Being present and enjoying every moment of it helps eliminate any fo...
Selects Edition - How to Know if You have a Good Coach EP 989
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The worse thing you can do as an Athlete is working with a coach and expecting results; only for you to end up wasting time, energy and resources with...
Selects Edition - Amanda Nunez. EP 989
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's selects edition of the podcast, we look back at the episode on one of the greatest female mixed martial artist in history - Amanda Nunez as...
The Importance Of Breakfast To Athletes
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're struggling with your diet as an Athlete, this is one episode that you should listen to. Here you'll learn about the importance of breakfast ...
Why You Shouldn't Suppress Your Mistakes As An Athlete - EP 986
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As an Athlete, there's a high chance of suppressing mistakes you make while in action especially when games are played consecutively.Though they may g...
Select Edition: Diana Taurasi - EP 985
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's selects edition of the podcast, we look back at the episode on Legendary Female Basketballer, Diana Taurasi, as we explored three les...
There is No Outcome Without The Process - EP 984
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's selects edition of the podcast, we look into direct proportional relationship between the processes involved in becoming an elite Athlete a...
Select Edition: 5 Most Important Beliefs Of Elite Athletes EP 983
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's selects edition of the podcast, we look back at the episode 200 where we talked about the most important beliefs of most elite athletes.The...
Duncan Scott - How You Deal With Adversity Is Important - EP 982
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
He is the most decorated Olympic Swimmer in Great Britain History. His Four medals at the Tokyo Olympic games is the most by a British Athlete at a Si...
Developing Your Personal Philosophy As An Athlete
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is an excerpt from EP 509 with Rak-Racing founder, Jay Cavanaugh where we talked about the mental skills you need, as an athlete, to tran...
Why Superstar Athletes Struggle On The Big Stage - EP 980
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most athletes who want to achieve their goals are willing to do anything to achieve it. But how do you know if you're truly pursuing things the right ...