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Why Nike’s Olympic Ad Gets Greatness Dead Wrong

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Nike released a new commercial timed to the start of the Olympics. It begins with the question “Am I a bad person?” and then proceeds to link greatness to being…

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The Balancing Act of Chasing Gold

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Every four years we come together and watch athletes from across the world make their dreams a reality, put on their national jersey, and compete to become the best in…

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Protocols and Peak Performance

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Last week, the popular podcast host Andrew Huberman went on the Tonight Show. During his appearance, he ​said​ that getting sufficient low-angle morning sunlight is “the single best thing you…

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Load Management for Life

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A fews weeks back, I tweaked my calf on a deep pendulum squat. I proceeded to have a brief conversation with a physical therapist who trains at my gym. He…

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Ruggedness and Flexibility and American Politics

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In a recent talk on my new book, a question about politics came up, because of course. Even if you loathe politics, I’m asking you to stick with me here, because…

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What The Best Can Teach Us About Winning

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Noah Lyles is the reigning 100m world champion. This gives him the title of fastest man in the world. Recently, at the Olympic Trials, before getting into his block, Lyles…

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