Nick Lucena - 2x Olympic Beach Volleyball Player on How to Create a Strong Competitive Mindset

Nick Lucena - 2x Olympic Beach Volleyball Player on How to Create a Strong Competitive Mindset

Author: Aaron Wexler November 12, 2021 Duration: 1:12:12

Episode 39: Nick Lucena - 16x AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour Champion, 9x FIVB World Tour Champion, 2x Olympian in Beach Volleyball with Phil Dalhausser (2016 & 2020), 2009 AVP Defensive Player of the Year

In This Episode We Discuss:

  • Champion Mindset
  • Mind Management
  • Wim Hoff Breathing
  • How to practice finding the flow
  • How to prepare mentally and stay ready in the offseason
  • How to keep yourself inspired
  • How to get inspired by other players
  • The Power of Gratitude


Hosted by Aaron Wexler, Within The Game explores the shared mental frameworks of high performers, whether they're on the field, in the boardroom, or navigating daily life. This isn't a typical interview show; it's a deep, practical conversation about the specific, often overlooked tools that fuel sustained inspiration and success. Each episode features candid discussions with a diverse range of guests, from Olympic champions and professional athletes to seasoned coaches and innovative entrepreneurs. The focus is always on the tangible: the routines, mindset shifts, and personal philosophies they actively use to excel under pressure and find meaning in their work. You'll hear how a coach visualizes a game plan, the way an entrepreneur reframes failure, or the mental ritual an athlete relies on before a crucial moment. The aim is to unpack these accessible strategies, demonstrating that the discipline for peak performance isn't confined to a stadium or an office-it's a transferable skill set. By listening to this podcast, you gain a behind-the-scenes look at the psychology of excellence, offering actionable insights that can be applied to your own goals and challenges. It’s about understanding the internal mechanics that drive external results, providing a resource for anyone looking to cultivate resilience, creativity, and a more inspired approach to their own game, whatever that may be.
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