How to Control Ego

How to Control Ego

Author: Pete Jacobs April 21, 2021 Duration: 17:57
This episode is with me, Pete Jacobs Ironman World Champion, and I am giving insight into my routine of mindset practice, and how to control ego, so you can achieve your best, just like it worked for me. Hawaii Ironman Triathlon is a tough race for anyone, but training for it is even tougher, especially when you know you have fatigue issues and can easily over-train. My experience with fatigue was actually what helped me learn about ego, and therefore helped my win in Kona, Hawaii. My three key points for how to control ego are; 1.Be present. A quiet present mind cancels out your ego. You can’t have fears, doubts, worry, anger, etc. if your mind is in the present moment. Use a trigger word, a thought of gratitude, or just a blank quiet mind to control ego. Ego exclusively exists in thoughts of past or future. 2. Turn Your Weakness into Your Strength  I embraced the fact that I could not train as much as my competitors, and by accepting my weakness I could follow my instincts, and become the best I could be.   3. Do three things each day that are working towards your goal. Monday was always my rest day, but I made sure I focused on three things that day that would help my mind and body be in better shape on race day.   If you enjoy this podcast episode on How to Control Ego, please subscribe, and send us a note or review so we know what you are loving, what you want more or less of, and so we can connect :)  Book in here  About our services here Live Your Own Fit | LYF Performance Start enjoying 1:1 Health and Performance Coaching, or Group Coaching with Jaimielle and Pete Jacobs today. LYF Health & Performance Coaching is for everyone. Pete is an Ironman World Champion, Health Coach, and Performance expert. Jaimielle is a Health Coach, Ironman Triathlete, and passionate above supporting you make the changes you want. Thankyou so much for watching and subscribing to our channel. All feedback is welcome.  Connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveyourownfit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liveyourown…   Pete Jacobs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/petejacobstr... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petejjacobs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/petejjacobs   Jaimielle Jacobs  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaimiellejacobs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaimielleja...  

Finding a sustainable path to better health often feels like navigating a maze of conflicting advice. Live Your Own Fit | LYF Performance cuts through that noise with grounded conversations led by Pete Jacobs, a World Ironman Triathlon Champion, and his wife Jaimielle. This isn't just about extreme athleticism; it's about the practical, balanced choices that build a resilient life. You'll hear discussions that connect the dots between nutrition, daily movement, and the mental frameworks needed to stick with it. Pete naturally draws from his own journey to the pinnacle of endurance sports, not to prescribe a champion's regimen, but to share the broader lessons on mindset and perseverance that apply to anyone. The podcast operates on the principle that true fitness is deeply personal-it's the energy to keep up with your kids, the clarity to focus at work, and the vitality to enjoy your days. Each episode offers a blend of personal anecdotes, actionable lifestyle tips, and thoughtful dialogue aimed at helping you define what performance means in your own life. Tune in for a refreshingly honest take on building health from the ground up, where the goal is lasting well-being, not just a temporary fix.
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