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From Physio to Formula One: Kim Keedle’s Elite Performance Journey May 01, 2026

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In this episode of the Hardiness Podcast, Kim Keedle shares his fascinating journey from a physiotherapist in Melbourne to a performance coach in the high-octane world of Formula One. Kim discusses his passion for working with athletes, which led him to pursue a master's in strength and conditioning. His career took him to the UK, where he worked with Olympic athletes at the University of Leeds, and eventually into the fast-paced environment of Formula One with the Haas team. Kim reflects on the challenges and rewards of working in elite sports, emphasising the importance of focus, resilience, and continuous improvement.

Key Takeaways

High-performance habits are rooted in simplicity and consistency
Elite performance technologies can be accessible and scalable
Managing life’s complexity requires mental models that prioritise purpose
Reflection and savouring amplify performance and well-being
The discipline of visualisation prepares elite minds for unexpected scenarios
The sacrifice of the elite is often misunderstood by outsiders
Regulating self-talk by requesting honest feedback improves growth

00:00 Kim Keedle's Journey into Physiotherapy

02:54 Transition to Strength and Conditioning

06:00 Experience in Formula One

09:04 Life on the Road as a Performance Coach

11:54 Managing Jet Lag and Nutrition

15:02 Lessons from Elite Sports for Everyday Life

18:05 Visualisation Techniques for Stress Management

22:02 Functional Imagery Training and Its Everyday Applications

24:14 The Transition from Formula One to Personal Life

26:02 The Pressure of Performance in Sports

29:56 Lessons from Elite Athletes and Personal Growth

33:59 The Launch of Pocket Mentor: AI in Coaching

Resources

Pocket Mentor: https://pocketmentor.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkeedle/

https://www.instagram.com/kimkeedle/

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Is it true that men and women respond differently to cold water immersion? Wisdom Wednesdays. Apr 28, 2026

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Is Helping Others Burning You Out? Apr 26, 2026

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You’re the one people rely on.

You show up. You help. You say yes.

But at what cost?

In this Mojo Monday episode, Carly explores what can happen when being the “helper” starts to take a toll and why always saying yes isn’t as straightforward as it seems.

Because every yes has a cost… even if you can’t see it straight away.

If you’ve ever felt stretched, drained, or quietly overwhelmed while still showing up for everyone else, this one could be for you.

Carly is a counsellor and coach who specialises in building psychological hardiness — the ability to navigate challenge, stay engaged, and take action under pressure. Her work integrates modern psychology with Japanese approaches like Morita Therapy, focusing on helping people live meaningful lives without needing to control their thoughts or emotions.

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How a Veteran Turned Life's Challenges into Triumphs: Aaron Hale's Journey of Resilience Apr 24, 2026

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Most people give up at the first sign of pain. Aaron Hale’s story is a different kind of race—one where he’s faced unimaginable trauma and keeps running anyway. A combat veteran turned inspiring endurance athlete, he’s become the first blind and deaf person to complete an ultra-marathon—the infamous Badwater 135—and climbed mountains no one thought possible after losing nearly all his senses in a bomb blast.

Aaron shares the brutal details of surviving an IED explosion in Afghanistan, losing his sight, hearing, and sense of balance, and then rewriting what it means to be unstoppable. He reflects on the mindset shifts that transformed pure survival into a purpose-driven pursuit of challenge, proving that pain can forge strength rather than break it. Discover how cognitive biases like fading effect and peak-end rule shape our resilience, and why the key to facing adversity is all in perspective.

Key Takeaways

Adversity can be a catalyst for growth and purpose.
Perspective shifts are crucial in overcoming challenges.
Sharing stories of scars can foster connection and healing.
Consistent movement and challenge build mental and physical resilience.
Neuroplasticity allows the brain to grow stronger through hard experiences.

05:06 The Bomb Blast: A Life-Changing Incident

11:53 The Aftermath: Injuries and Recovery

17:52 Facing Blindness: A New Reality

23:59 The Turning Point: Finding Purpose

28:03 Reinventing Life: The Podcast Journey

29:18 The Power of Sharing Scars

30:21 From Adversity to Entrepreneurship

32:42 The Journey of Resilience

34:48 Embracing New Challenges

37:50 Cognitive Dissonance and Internal Drive

40:24 Nature vs. Nurture in Resilience

42:18 Facing Demons in Ultra Marathons

48:03 Walking to the Edge of Yourself

50:21 Perspective in Overcoming Hardship

Resources

https://www.pointofimpactpod.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-hale-1861477/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aclayhale/?hl=en

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aclayhale

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Vaping is the new smoking - in more ways than one! Wisdom Wednesdays Apr 21, 2026

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Stuck On the Roundabout: Why Overthinking Keeps You Stuck and How to Get Moving Again Apr 19, 2026

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You know that feeling when your mind just won’t let something go?

You go over it…
you talk about it…
you try to figure it out…

But instead of getting clarity, you just feel more stuck.

In this episode, Carly explores the concept of toraware from Japanese psychology — a state where your mind becomes caught in a loop of overthinking — and how this can quietly narrow your life.

She also unpacks co-rumination, and how group chats and even social media can keep you stuck on that same mental roundabout.

You’ll walk away with a simple, practical way to shift your attention and move forward — even when nothing feels resolved.

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How Data-Driven Healthcare Could Revolutionise Mental Health and Neurodegeneration with Nawal Roy Apr 17, 2026

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Most healthcare systems have underestimated the power of data—until now. Naval Roy reveals how he's building the world's largest, most sophisticated mental health and neurodegeneration database to revolutionise diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

In this episode, discover how decades of hidden healthcare data can be transformed into a cutting-edge infrastructure that accelerates breakthroughs in neuroscience. Nawal shares the story of acquiring a 20-year, half-a-million patient database from Duke University—an investment of over $70 million and years of relentless engineering. This data refinery is now shaping the future of personalised medicine, enabling real-world evidence, predictive analytics, and AI-driven interventions at scale.

The stakes are enormous: mental health and neurodegenerative diseases cost trillions, yet current approaches are hamstrung by outdated models rooted in philosophy and fragmented data architectures. Nawal emphasises the importance of moving beyond the 'sick care' paradigm to proactive healthspan extension and prevention—using data to predict, prevent, and personalise care long before symptoms appear.

Key Takeaways

Data-driven healthcare accelerates discovery by transforming entire sectors from opinion-based to evidence-based decision making.
The true value of healthcare data lies in its ability to inform early intervention and prevention, not just treatment.
Philosophical assumptions like Descartes’ mind-body dualism distort current biomedical models, enforcing unnecessary specialization and separation.
The complexity of mental health and neurodegenerative disorders requires cross-disciplinary, AI-enabled modelling of multifactorial data.
Building extensive, high-quality datasets is a multi-year, multi-million-dollar endeavour that demands patience, capital, and relentless focus on data curation.
Democratising access to large healthcare data accelerates research and innovation by empowering a broad base of scientists, clinicians, and entrepreneurs.
The biggest business opportunities in healthcare data are generated when multiple stakeholders—pharma, payers, governments—interact on shared, verified assets.

03:02: The Data Gap in Healthcare: Mental Health and Neurodegeneration

05:54: Philosophical Perspectives: Mind-Body Dualism and Healthcare

09:01: The Shift from Sick Care to Preventive Care

12:02: Building a Data Infrastructure: The Journey of Holmosk

14:59: Funding and Scaling: The Business Model Behind Holmosk

18:02: Real-World Evidence: Understanding Patient Behaviour

21:10: Data Curation: The Key to Unlocking Healthcare Insights

27:22: Building Trust in Data Quality

28:38: Querying for Insights: The NeuroBlue Platform

29:46: Democratizing Access to Data

30:11: Identifying Key Customers and Market Dynamics

34:51: Understanding Pain Points in Mental Health

39:37: The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

40:59: Neurodegenerative Diseases: Challenges and Opportunities

42:22: Leveraging AI for Healthcare Solutions

46:30: Future Directions: Comorbidity and AI Interventions

50:22: The Infinite Potential of Mental Health Solutions

Resources

https://www.holmusk.com/

https://www.nawalroy.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nawalroy/

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Want to protect and improve your brain? Make this a habit. Wisdom Wednesdays Apr 14, 2026

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Why You Keep Doing Things You Regret (And How to Stop) With Carly Taylor Apr 12, 2026

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Why do we do things we know we’ll regret?

Why is it so hard to pause in the moment… and choose differently?

From snapping at someone you care about, to habits you keep falling back into, these split-second decisions can quietly shape the direction of your life.

In this episode, Carly unpacks what’s really happening in those moments when the impulse feels stronger than you… and a technique to stop getting pulled under by it.

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The Thrive Framework: 8 Pillars of a Flourishing Life, with Dr Pam King Apr 10, 2026

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This was a really cool and practical conversation with Dr Pam King, who is a Professor of Applied Development Science and Director of the Thrive Centre.

Most of us are chasing happiness, meaning, and purpose, yet many feel lost in a sea of conflicting advice—what if the key is rooted in ancient wisdom wrapped in modern science?

In this episode, Dr. Pam King and I explore the profound connection between spirituality, resilience, and thriving through life's hardships. Discover the Thrive Centre’s innovative framework that guides us toward a flourishing life, no matter our beliefs or background. You'll learn practical, research-backed steps to cultivate joy, build resilience, and find a sense of belonging in a fractured world.

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