Mindset, Mental Health & Wellness Topics Episodes
Dec. 26, 2024
Warning to Swimmers: My Nightmare With Eczema From My Goggles, EP 266
Swimmers are more likely to get eczema because of the drying nature of chlorine. 31 Million Americans have eczema, an itchy skin condition. What if the solution to your itchy skin is causing more harm than good? Join me, Kell...
Nov. 27, 2024
8 Point Plan to Finish 2024 Strong During the Holidays and Set Up Success in 2025, EP 263
Send us a text What if the key to swimming faster in 2025 lies in how you navigate the holiday season? In this energizing episode of Champion’s Mojo , hosts Kelly Palace and Maria Parker share eight actionable strategies to m...
Feb. 19, 2024
World Champion Angela Staab: It's Not How Old You Are, It's How You Are Old! EP 248
Meet Angela Staab, the octogenarian dynamo whose running shoes have blazed a trail through the world of track and field, capturing 16 national titles after lacing up for the first time at the tender age of 57. Her zest for li...
Feb. 6, 2024
Destroy Mental Blocks and Boost Performance with Ashley Eckermann, Sports Psych Expert, EP 247
Unlock the secrets to mastering your mental game with sports psychology expert Ashley Eckermann, our guiding light through the mental mazes we often find ourselves in. Ashley unravels how mental blocks, far from being sheer a...
Oct. 17, 2023
A Passion Returns After 48 Years Off: On Deck with James Lussier, EP 231
Have you ever wondered what can ignite a flame to rekindle a long-lost passion? Discover the answer as we engage in an energizing conversation with the inspiring James Lucere, a 67-year-old who recently dove back into his fir...
Sept. 26, 2023
Injuries Don't Stop Masters Legend Penny Noyes, EP 228
We're poolside with the extraordinary Penny Noyes, a woman who epitomizes the phrase 'age is just a number'. The 69-year-old swimming legend, with nine world records and 14 national records to her name, shares insights into h...
Sept. 12, 2023
Renowned Sports Psychologist Dr. Colleen Hacker on Peak Performance, EP 226
We're elated to introduce one of Team USA's Sports Psychologist, Dr Colleen Hacker, a certified mental performance consultant (CMPC), author, and professor. Dr. Hacker uncovers the keys to achieve excellence in sports and li...
May 16, 2023
Overweight Chef to Elite Ironman: Will Liebig, EP 207
Can this former overweight chef convince you to do an Ironman? We delve into the captivating story of 38-year-old Will Liebig, a former chef who went from weighing 300 pounds to becoming a high-performing Ironman triathlete. ...
April 4, 2023
Use Emotion To Perform Your Best, Episode 201
This episode is about the impact of emotions on athletic performance and how using the most powerful positive emotions can make you perform your best! Kelly and Maria agree that an athlete's (or any kind of performer's) emo...
Dec. 30, 2022
22 Takeaways from 2022 To Ring In Your New Year, Episode 189
Kelly and Maria give you 22 Takeaways from 2022 To Ring In Your New Year. They share the best nuggets from experiences and interviews with champions throughout the year. Email us at HELLO@ChampionsMojo.com . Opinions discus...
Dec. 27, 2022
Keep Hard Things Fun: Dr. Lynette Charity, Micro-Mojo, Episode 188
When things are serious, lighten the mood with fun says Dr. Lynette Charity, a retired Anesthesiologist and now a stand-up comedian and speaker. You'll love this micro-mojo flashback from the full episode here: https://www.c...
Nov. 22, 2022
10 Quick Tips to Shut Down Stress: Micro-Mojo, Episode 183
10 Quick Tips to Shut Down Stress: Micro Mojo, Episode 183 4-MINUTES of micro-mojo to help you manage stress going into the holidays! This is the best of episode 124. Listen to the full episode here https://www.championsmojo....
Oct. 31, 2022
7 Solutions to Crush the Comparison Monster, Episode 180
Is there a comparison monster lurking in your mind? Comparison is the thief of joy, but it’s also the thief of confidence. Kelly and Maria give us 7 practical solutions to crushing the bad habit of comparing yourself What are...
Oct. 25, 2022
Use Brain Dumping & More Mojo from 2022 US Masters Swimming Coach of the Year: Linda Irish Bostic, Episode 179
Linda Irish Bostic, 2022 US Masters Swimming Coach of the Year reveals some great mojo in her interview. You are going to love the concept of brain dumping this champion shares and so much more to help make you a champion! H...
Oct. 21, 2022
Ask Yourself A Question from Top Running Coach Desmond Dunham, 5-MIN FLASHBACK, Episode 178
In this quick flashback, Desmond Dunham, as he’s known to many, Coach Dez, asks us a powerful question that will inspire you! Coach Dez is a nationally-renowned running coach, mentor, Under Armour Coach Ambassador and the aut...
Oct. 14, 2022
Confidence Boost Mojo Minute: Coach to Olympians, Christen Shefchunas, Episode 176
Need a quick confidence boost? This nugget of mojo from World-class confidence coach to multiple olympians, Christen Shefchunas, will do the trick! Christen Shefchunas is a professional Confidence Coach who works with athlete...
Oct. 10, 2022
10 Lessons Katie Ledecky Teaches Us, Episode 175
Kelly and Maria break down 10 Lessons they take from Katie Ledecky's traits, actions, history and performances, and how we can use these in our everyday lives to be our best. Katie Ledecky is arguably the most prolific femal...
Aug. 23, 2022
Breathe Better, Be Better: Dr. David Deppeler, Oxygen Advantage Trainer, Episode 170
Today’s guest believes that by simply enhancing the quality of your breathing, you can improve your health, performance, and happiness. Dr. David Deppeler incorporates the simple, scientifically proven breathing technique det...
June 17, 2022
Be an "All-Day" Champion, UVA Coach Todd DeSorbo, 5-MIN FLASHBACK, Episode 157
What does it mean to be an "All-Day" Champion? UVA Head Swim Coach Todd DeSorbo gives us some great mojo in this QUICK 2-MIN FLASHBACK To listen to the full episode of this interview at www.championsmojo.com/episodepage/tod...
June 9, 2022
Control Your Mind, Olympian Natalie Hinds' 5-MIN FLASHBACK, EP 155
Control Your Mind, Olympian Natalie Hinds' 5-MIN FLASHBACK, Episode 155 This week, get your mojo from a champion in 5 minutes or less! Enjoy this powerful MOJO from Olympian Natalie Hinds on how to control your mind! Hinds m...
May 10, 2022
Awaken & Own Your Adult Athlete, Episode 147
Why do we rarely hear the words adult and athlete used together? What is a masters athlete? Generally, we think of being an athlete for the young or being a masters athlete for the elite. But Kelly and Maria talk about their ...
March 15, 2022
Why and How to Say “No”, EP 141
Were you raised to believe that saying “no” was impolite? Do you say “yes” to please the person asking before carefully considering your own needs and boundaries? Saying “no” can feel rude and difficult -- but there are advan...
Feb. 1, 2022
7 Ways to Kick Up Your Confidence, EP 138
Are you tapping all of the benefits of confidence? Research shows self-confidence is linked to almost every element involved in a happy and fulfilling life -- including less fear and anxiety, greater motivation, more resilien...
Jan. 18, 2022
Paige Madden: Olympic Swimming on Her Own Terms, EP 137
Are you brave enough to do something differently than everyone else? Paige Madden sometimes goes against the conventional “swimming wisdom” and still wins. Paige’s road to the Olympics had bumps and setbacks but she says cons...