The Mindsight Podcast

Anghelo George Eleftheriou
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What does it take to reach the top? Join us on Mindsight as we unravel the minds of athletes chasing the absolute peak of their powers.

  1. 1d ago

    Crossing the Line First at the Europeans… Then Getting Disqualified | Will Rabjohns EP.29

    Will Rabjohns crossed the line first at the European Championships in Tampere, then found out he’d been disqualified. In this episode, he talks through what went through his head in that race, why he thinks the DQ was the right call, and how he dealt with it afterwards. Will is an 800m and 1500m runner who trains at Loughborough, where he studies sports management, and is sponsored by On. We cover why he chose Loughborough over going to the US, what double threshold days really look like, how often he wants to race, and the small habits he thinks will get him to senior level. In this episode: Going from football to running, and the English Schools race that changed everythingChoosing Loughborough over the USTraining groups, and how UK and US running culture differDouble threshold sessions: the reps, the paces and the recoveryHow often a middle-distance runner should raceA tough 2025 season, racing in Europe and heat trainingLearning how to win races, and handling pressureWhy Jake Wightman is his role modelSigning with OnThe Tampere DQInjuries, massage, sleep and off-track habitsHis goals: sub-1:45 for 800m and around 3:37 for 1500mQuickfire questionsChapters00:00 Intro01:51 Meet Will Rabjohns02:45 The winter season ahead04:00 From football to running06:57 Getting into the 800m and 1500m10:07 The race that changed everything11:38 Why Loughborough over the US14:58 Training groups and UK vs US running culture16:44 Strength and gym work17:46 How often should you race?22:30 Double threshold at Loughborough26:14 A tough 2025 season29:14 Racing in Europe and heat training35:00 Learning how to win38:39 Pressure and the mental side of racing40:21 Jake Wightman as a role model41:11 Signing with On42:28 The Tampere DQ48:23 Injuries, massage and recovery50:00 Sleep and off-track habits51:15 Will outside of running53:18 Goals for next season53:53 Biggest U23 rivals55:19 Genetics vs training57:01 Quickfire questions Follow Will: @willrabjohnsFollow the pod: @mindsightpod

  2. Oct 23

    What US Coaches Really Look For | Nathan Gillis | EP. 28

    Coaches are watching, and not just your race times.In Episode 28 of The Mindsight Podcast, I sit down with Nathan Gillis, founder and director of Olympic Sports Scholarships and a former NCAA Division I and GB middle-distance runner. Nathan has worked with 400+ athletes, guiding them from their first contact with US coaches to life on campus and beyond.We get into what college coaches actually look for, why ego holds back so many talented athletes, what your social media says about you, and the biggest misconceptions British athletes have about the US system.In this episode:• Why ego is the biggest limiter on talent• The “take 20% off your value” mindset• What coaches see when they check your socials• How pro contracts and NIL deals are really valued• The traits top programs want: bravery, coachability, obsession• Training and culture differences between the US and UKIf you’re an athlete or parent thinking about the US route, this episode is for you.📍 Olympic Sports Scholarships on Instagram: @olympicsports_scholarships🎧 Listen to The Mindsight Podcast on Spotify and all major platforms🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on elite sport, psychology and the NCAAChapters00:00 Intro02:04 Who is Nathan Gillis?03:01 Biggest athletes he’s helped04:14 Guiding athletes from age 14 to the NCAA06:34 Nathan’s own journey to the US09:12 Why he started Olympic Sports Scholarships10:45 Quitting his job and building the company14:50 Scaling without losing the personal touch16:45 Preparing athletes for the move to the US20:14 Is ego the biggest limitation?22:06 “Take your value down by 20%”24:02 The pressure of a scholarship26:47 Pro contracts, NIL and building a brand33:21 What NOT to post as an athlete36:39 The full recruitment life cycle39:24 What makes a great recruiter42:33 Why coach relationships matter45:15 Finding the right program for an athlete48:53 Three athletes to watch in the next 12 months52:17 Coachability, obsession and the X-factor55:21 What top coaches look for58:54 Biggest misconceptions about the US1:00:46 Training differences: US vs UK1:03:40 US running culture1:05:35 Free tools: GPA calculator and standards engine1:09:05 Expanding into Australia1:10:55 Outro

  3. Oct 9

    EP.27: Jacob Deacon | "Bet on yourself" - 13:26 5,000m

    Welcome to The Mindsight Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Jacob Deacon—a British distance runner, 2022 European Cross Country Team Gold Medalist, and senior at Oklahoma State University. Jacob recently ran a massive 13:26 in the 5K and holds a 28:22 in the 10K. But getting to the front of the pack wasn't a linear journey. Jacob breaks down his transition from an 85kg rugby player to an elite distance runner, the brutal realities of fighting for a spot on one of the deepest NCAA teams in the US, and the profound mental shifts required to back yourself on race day. In this episode, we cover: His origin story into elite running.The culture shock of moving from Blackburn, UK to Stillwater, OklahomaDealing with the frustration of being the "8th guy" on a deep OSU squadThe mentality of "Training Smart and Racing Stupid"How a frustrating 14:14 at the Big 12 Championships fueled his 13:26 5K breakthrough in StirlingPersonifying negative self-doubt as "Charlie the Monkey" and learning to silence itHis goals to smash the British U23 5K records Episode is also out on all major audio platforms! Follow us on Instagram: @mindsightpod Follow Jacob: @jacobdeaconn

  4. Oct 2

    EP.26: Tom Waterworth | U20 European Championships Silver Medallist 🥈

    In this episode of The Mindsight Podcast, we sit down with 1:46.73 800m runner, European U20 Silver Medallist, and the 3rd fastest U17 in British history: Tom Waterworth. Tom takes us behind the scenes of one of the most chaotic championship races in recent history—the European U20 final in Tampere. He breaks down the physical mid-race contact, waiting until 11 PM to see if he was disqualified, and why he would give up his European Silver medal in a second to give Team GB the 1-2-3 sweep. We also dive deep into his psychological transformation: how blowing up in the final 15 meters of the U18 European final fuelled his historic 1:46 breakthrough at Watford, the unglamorous reality of transitioning to Loughborough University, managing a vicious cycle of injuries, and the mental resilience required when a freak hamstring strain derails your World Championship season. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: The Mindset of Tom Waterworth 01:12 – Running 1:46 at 17 & Tampere Silver 01:42 – Why Tom Refuses to Be Serious in the Call Room 02:29 – Early Beginnings: Ditching 5Ks & Loving the 800m 04:10 – Family Support, High Standards & Handling Post-Race Anger 07:31 – Choosing Loughborough Over the US NCAA System 09:31 – The U18 European Heartbreak: Panicking at 300m & Recovery Failures 14:27 – Pressure Is in Your Head: Rebuilding Focus 16:08 – Dropping 1:46.73 at Watford: Turning Anger into History 20:40 – Tampere U20 Final Breakdown: Leading from the Front 24:11 – The Back-Straight Carnage: Collisions, Appeals & Waiting for the DQ 28:25 – "I Would Sacrifice My Silver for Will Rabjohns" 31:20 – Inside Loughborough: Care vs. the US "Egg Against the Wall" Approach 34:30 – The Injury Spiral: Achilles, Rolled Ankles & University Life Transition 39:41 – The Freak Hamstring Tear & Missing World U20s 40:55 – Goals for 2027: Bydgoszcz U23 Redemption 42:19 – Split Shorts, "Unlucky" Racing Socks & Watching Josh Kerr’s World Record Follow Tom: 📸 Instagram: @tom.waterworthh Follow The Mindsight Podcast: 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/mindsightpod 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mindsight-podcast/id1890677704

  5. Sep 25

    EP.25: Johnathan Reniewicki | Professional Middle-Distance Runner

    In this episode of the Mindsight Podcast, Under Armour Pro John Reniewicki breaks down his incredible journey from college walk-on to elite 1500m runner. John shares his struggles with injury, his philosophy on training, and what he has learned as both an athlete and a coach. John also dives into: His transition from soccer to running Why "less is more" when it comes to mileage The benefits of altitude training and cross-training His pre-race Subway sandwich habit Why he hates speed suits Follow John:Instagram: @john_reniewicki Follow The Mindsight Podcast: Instagram: @mindsightpod YouTube: @podmindsight

  6. Sep 22

    EP. 24: James Alexander | U20 World Champs 1500m Finalist

    At just 18 years old, James Alexander has put together one of the most remarkable breakthrough seasons in British middle-distance running—capping it off by breaking the historic 4-minute barrier (3:59.59) at the Monument Mile Classic to become only the second Scottish U20 in history to do so. In this episode of The Mindsight Podcast, James breaks down: • His rapid rise from local cross-country mud to Hayward Field in Oregon • The logistical chaos of European racing (taking e-scooters to IFAM Brussels) • Surviving the World U20 final after getting shoved onto the infield • Why middle-distance racing is 70% mental warfare and 30% physical • Moving into St Mary’s and preparing to dominate the European U20 scene Connect with James: Instagram: @jamesg.alex Follow The Mindsight Podcast: Instagram: @mindsightpod YouTube: @podmindsight TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro & James Moves to St Mary’s 01:43 - Reflecting on a Breakthrough 2026 Season 04:38 - Chaos in Brussels: E-Scooters, Hay Fever & The World QT 07:17 - The Origin Story: Soccer, Family Dynasty & First XC Race 12:48 - Setting Big Targets: 3:40 Goals with Coach Alex 15:42 - Low Mileage vs. High Quality: The Training Philosophy 22:48 - The Road to Oregon: First Team GB Kit Drop 28:10 - The World U20 Final: Shoved onto the Infield at Hayward Field 37:32 - Tactical Warfare: How to Execute the Last 400m Kick 44:57 - Breaking the 4-Minute Mile (3:59.59 at Monument Mile) 50:25 - Choosing St Mary’s over the NCAA 58:42 - Quickfire: Favourite Spikes, Athletics Hot Takes & Pre-Race Rituals #TrackAndField #Running #Sub4Mile #1500m #MindsightPodcast #BritishAthletics

  7. Sep 18

    EP.23: Coach Alvaro Rivadeneira | D1 Athletics Coach @ FGCU

    Welcome back to The Mindsight Podcast! This week, we flip the script and look at the sport through the lens of a Division 1 coach. We are joined by Coach Alvaro Rivadeneira, the Interim Head Coach for the Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) cross country program. Coach Alvaro shares his unique journey from competing at the JUCO and NAIA levels to coaching in the NCAA. He breaks down FGCU's high-attention approach, utilizing a smaller roster size of 14 men and 12 women to provide personalized training and extensive athlete support systems, including sports psychologists and massage therapists. In this episode, we discuss: What Coach Alvaro specifically looks for in international and domestic recruits, focusing on professionalism, specific goals, and cultural fit. How the FGCU team uses the intense South Florida heat and humidity as an advantage to prepare for cooler championship races. The crucial resources, communities, and study halls that help international athletes transition to the US collegiate system without getting homesick. Coach Alvaro's training philosophy for the 10K, which involves maintaining year-round fitness and challenging all systems rather than relying solely on threshold work. The number one trait that separates standard runners from true D1 champions. Follow Coach Alvaro on Instagram at @coachalvaropr and keep up with the team at @fgcu_xc. Make sure to drop a like, comment, and subscribe on all major audio platforms!

  8. Sep 15

    EP.22: Ethan Heggarty | World's Fastest U18 200m Sprinter

    Welcome back to The Mindsight Podcast! In this episode, we step onto the track with 17-year-old sprint sensation Ethan Heggarty. Ethan recently clocked a staggering 20.51 in the 200m, setting a championship record at the European Under-18 Championships and establishing himself as the fastest U18 in the world this year. We dive deep into his incredible progression from running in the 22-second range earlier this year to breaking the 21-second barrier, his recent sponsorships with Adidas and Forte, and what it truly takes to bounce back from heartbreaking disqualifications on the European stage. In this episode, we cover: Ethan's unbelievable season and how he processed dropping his PB down to a 20.51. Why struggling during winter endurance training and taking tough losses became his biggest fuel for summer success. The technical shift: How fixing his stride pattern and angles turned his block start from his biggest weakness to a massive strength. The emotional highs and lows of representing Great Britain at Mannheim and navigating a microscopic lane infringement disqualification in Rieti. His pre-race prayer rituals, high-protein recovery diet, and ambitious goals for the U20 Europeans in Poland. Follow Ethan’s journey on Instagram @ethan_runs09. If you got value from this conversation, don't forget to drop a sub, leave a like, and comment with your biggest takeaway! Until next time, stay focused, train hard, and we'll see you at the top.

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What does it take to reach the top? Join us on Mindsight as we unravel the minds of athletes chasing the absolute peak of their powers.

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  • Creator
    Anghelo George Eleftheriou
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Anghelo George Eleftheriou
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    The Mindsight Podcast

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