#141 - Lara Dallman-Weiss: US Olympic Sailor

10/29/21 • 96 min

On this episode, we were joined by US Olympic Sailor, Lara Dallman-Weiss. This podcast is packed with awareness found through growth, success, and struggle. In our conversation, Harvey and Brian get to learn all about the art of sailing, the bond of the Olympic family, and how Lara keeps her body and mind sharp to compete against the best in the world. We also got to hear about the mental challenges that she and many Olympians face before and after competing for their country. One thing that sticks out is Lara's ability to dream. A common thread amongst many great achievers is the way they conceptualize achievement. Lara knew as a young girl that she wanted to be an Olympian, and she didn't care what sport or how she got there. The end goal was clear, but the route didn't have to be concrete or conventional. Hear more about this and much more depth about the internal mental warfare of being an Olympian in our conversation!

ABOUT LARA DALLMAN-WEISS

Lara is a 32-year-old Olympian from Shoreview, Minnesota. Lara's most notably known for participating in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics as a part of Team USA's sailing team. She placed 12th in the Women's 470 event. She has also finished 7th at the World Championships. As of right now, she is a part of the US Sailing Team, Perfect Vision Sailing, New York Yacht Club, and White Bear Yacht Club. Lara has dedicated much of her life to sailing, starting at age 6. Outside of sailing, she graduated from Eckerd College in 2011 with a degree in Nutritional Counseling Wellness Education and Spanish. Her hobbies include writing, running, biking, travel, and photography. Fun Fact: Lara has raced on boats ranging from 8 feet long all the way to 183 feet long. She now resides in Miami, FL and is just like all of us - navigating the idea of what's next in providing our unique purpose to the world (along with chasing an Olympic Gold Medal in Paris).

WHERE TO FIND LARA

Instagram: @ldallman

Website: http://perfectvisionsailing.com/

Blog: laradw.wordpress.com

ABOUT LARA DALLMAN-WEISS

WHERE TO FIND LARA

Instagram: @ldallman

Website: http://perfectvisionsailing.com/

Blog: laradw.wordpress.com

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#140 - Nate Thompson, Philadelphia Flyers Hockey Player

On this episode, 13-year NHL veteran and current Philadelphia Flyers center Nate Thompson joins us to share some of the vast wisdom gained from a long career in the NHL. Along with his wisdom, Nate's continued passion for the game is inspiring. He continues to chase every edge possible at 37 years of age to sustain his success. Along with that, you'll get to hear some unbelievable nuggets about leading the younger guys, things he had to learn when he was young, and his change in attitude when he got sober. On the quest to reach 1,000 career NHL games, Nate talks about his reinvigorated spirit towards training - adopting new age modalities like cold/heat exposure and breath work to enhance performance. This transitions beautifully into Nate's Diamond Series - what he's willing to struggle for, his non-negotiables, habits, and vision for the future. We finish the conversation talking about free will. Do we have it, or is our decision-making just a collection of the options we knew at the time?

ABOUT NATE THOMPSON

Nate is an Anchorage, Alaska native who has carved out near 20 years in pro hockey. He has spent 13 NHL seasons with 9 different organizations. A 6th round draft pick (183 overall) of the Boston Bruins in the 2003 NHL Draft, Nate made his NHL debut in 2006-2007 with the Bruins. Over the next 14 years, Nate would spend time with the New York Islanders, Tampa Bay Lightning, Anaheim Ducks, Ottawa Senators, Los Angeles Kings, Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, and Winnipeg Jets. In that time he has scored 64 goals and recorded 97 assists. Now, Nate focuses on being a person who is remembered as a strong leader and a good teammate. Nate also hopes that those who are struggling know that they're not alone, and that asking for help is the best thing you can do.

WHERE TO FIND NATE THOMPSON

Instagram: @nthompson44

Twitter: @NateThompson44

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#142 - Cory Gregory: Fitness Entrepreneur, Competitor, Author, and Speaker

Cory Gregory (@corygfitness @maxeffortmuscle) is a life long fitness entrepreneur and competitor. He is joined by Brian Peters and Harvey Martin in an electric conversation about purpose, entrepreneurship, developing confidence, the importance of grit and standards, and making generational change.

The boys dive deep into Cory's journey to create the job and life he wanted for himself. Grinding through the coal mine to become a personal trainer and eventually a successful fitness entrepreneur and owner of multiple supplement and fitness companies. He deconstructs he mindset and the things he uses to keep him, his business, and actions up to his high standards. Buckle up. Some of the boys get emotional. All of them get deep into the magic that is Cory's story, mindset, and structure to obtain a life he dreamed of. Enjoy!