The MindSets Podcast

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Welcome to the MindSets Podcast, your new favourite sports and fitness podcast hosted by Angus and Charles! We keep you up to date with the latest sports new, controversial hot takes from our listeners and expert advice that will absolutely help you with your own sports performance! Oh AND we have a laugh the entire time even before we round each episode off with an interactive game. If you loved watch A Question of Sport or A League of Their Own, you'll love this!

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Kristian Blummenfelt’s World Record VO2 Max Explained | MindSets Podcast | Episode 79

    Kristian Blummenfelt has just recorded a VO2 max of 101 ml/kg/min, one of the highest ever documented in elite endurance sport. To put that into perspective: The average male sits around 35-45 ml/kg/min Elite endurance athletes often range between 70-85 ml/kg/min Breaking 90 is extremely rare 100+ is almost unheard of And he didn’t even build towards this test. In Episode 79, Charles and I break down what that number actually means, how VO2 max is measured, and what kind of training it takes to build that level of aerobic engine. 📰 Two-Minute News We open the episode with the latest updates from across the sporting world: Winter Olympics headlines Rugby updates Manny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather running it back this September Quick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop. 😤 Grind My Gears This week’s segment had more input from us as hosts but we need more from you! What’s been winding you up recently in sport, training, or life? Send us your submissions for future episodes. 🧬 Kristian Blummenfelt’s 101 VO2 Max - Breaking It Down This is where we go into his structure. We found a documented training week from a few years ago to give insight into how a pro triathlete trains at the highest level. We analyse: Total weekly volume (hours & minutes) Double and triple session days Intensity distribution Threshold vs VO2 max work Zone 2 dominance Brick sessions Recovery structure We break down the physiology behind: VO2 Max = Maximum Oxygen UptakeMeasured in millilitres of oxygen per kilogram of bodyweight per minute (ml/kg/min). It reflects: Cardiac output Stroke volume Mitochondrial density Capillarisation Lactate clearance ability But we also discuss: Why VO2 max alone doesn’t win races Economy vs capacity Can normal athletes meaningfully improve theirs? Is this replicable or genetic outlier territory? 🎯 Who Would You Rather? (HYROX Edition) We finish with a competitive and slightly chaotic game. Round by round: Athlete vs Athlete (Who’s your race partner?) Sport vs Sport Build your ultimate HYROX teammate By the end, you’re locked in for battle. 🎙 Follow & Support MindSets Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MindSets_Podcast⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/yourlink⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/MindSets_Podcast⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@MindSets_Podcast⁠ Hosted by Angus Cook & Charles Ingell 👕 Official Partners We’re proudly partnered with: Hystyle (@hystyleclo ) Hysoxs ( @hysoxs ) PodiumChasr ( @podiumchasr ) Get 15% off your order using code: 👉 MINDSET15 ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Intro 00:27 – Two-Minute News 03:20 – Grind My Gears 13:37 – Kristian Blummenfelt VO2 Max 101 Explained 45:42 – Who Would You Rather? (Game) 54:25 – Outro

    55 min

  2. 18 FEB

    Training Secrets of Winter Olympians | MindSets Podcast | Episode 78

    Episode 78 of The MindSets Podcast is packed with Winter Olympic controversy, elite performance breakdowns, and another competitive game to finish. Charles and Angus kick things off with the latest in sports news, including major talking points from the Winter Olympics Milano Cortina. This week we have: 🗞️ Sporting News We cover: • Lindsey Vonn and her latest injury setback • The developing Canadian Olympic cheating scandal • The latest storylines from the Six Nations Championship Plenty to unpack across skiing, rugby, and Olympic controversy. 😤 Grind My Gears We then get into some cracking listener-submitted Grind My Gears — and as always, nothing is off limits. 🛷 Main Topic: How a Skeleton Athlete Trains The core of today’s episode looks at what it actually takes to become an Olympic-level skeleton athlete. With Matt Weston winning Olympic gold last week, we break down: • How athletes transition into skeleton from other sports • The power and sprint profile required • Strength & gym programming structure • Speed development and track work • How training changes across phases of the year We explore why skeleton often attracts athletes from explosive sports backgrounds — and what makes them successful on ice. 🧊 Contrasting Comparison: Elite Curling Training We then compare skeleton training to what elite Winter Olympics Milano Cortina curling athletes might prioritise: • Strength vs skill emphasis • Conditioning demands • Training Volume and Intensity • Periodisation differences Two very different winter sports — two very different performance models. 🎯 Game Time: Guess the Sport We finish with a twist on recent weeks’ game. This time it’s Guess the Sport (not the athlete). Angus gives a number of clues, and Charles/ you have to figure out which sport is being described. Play along and see if you can beat Charles 👀 🎧 Listen Everywhere Full episode available on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music 🔗 All links in one place: 👉 https://linktr.ee/MindSetsPodcast 📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MindSets_Podcast 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/​⁠ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@MindSets_Podcast ⸻ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Intro 02:15 – 2 Min News (ish) 10:25 – Grind My Gears 18:50 – How a Skeleton Athlete Trains 28:45 – Curling vs Skeleton Training Comparison 30:00 - Sponsors 33:40 – Guess the Sport Game

    57 min

  3. 11 FEB

    How Scotty James Trains To Be The Best Half Pipe Rider in the World | MindSets Podcast | Episode 77

    Episode 77 of The MindSets Podcast is back to just Charles and Angus, and we’re diving deep into one of the most fascinating high-performance athletes on the planet: Scotty James. With the Winter Olympics Milano Cortina building nicely, Scotty’s next major competition is fast approaching. This episode breaks down exactly what it takes to be the best snowboarder in the world and whether this could finally be the year he bags Olympic gold 🥇🗞️ Opening Segment: Sporting News + Grind My Gears We kick things off with the latest in sporting news before jumping into a mix of listener-submitted Grind My Gears, plus a fresh off-the-press GMG from Angus after a frustrating gym session on the day of recording. 🏂 Main Segment: The Scotty James Deep Dive We then get into the main event:Scotty James’ career progression and rise to the top of snowboardingWhat separates him from the rest of the fieldA full breakdown of how he trains: -Training phases across the year -Weekly programming structure -How strength, power, conditioning, and on-snow work fit together -Why his preparation matters right now with Olympic pressure building If you’re interested in elite performance, Olympic preparation, or high-level athletic development, this one’s a must-listen. 🧠 Final Segment: Who Won? We close the episode with "Who Won?" - Our quiz-based game where Charles gives Angus a specific competition from recent sporting history, and Angus has to name the winning team or athlete. Can you do better than Angus? Play along as you listen 👀 ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Intro 01:30 – Sporting News (2 MIN CAP) 03:30 – Grinds My Gears 20:16 – Scotty James Career Breakdown 27:22 – Scotty James Training Phases & Weekly Programming 46:02 – Milano Cortina Olympics & Upcoming Competition Pressure 54:25 – Game: "Who Won?" (Play Along at Home) 1:06:29 – Bonus News 🎧 Listen & Follow You can listen to Episode 77 of The MindSets Podcast on all major platforms using: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast 📸 Instagram: @MindSets_Podcast 🎥 YouTube: MindSets Podcast 🎵 TikTok: @MindSets_Podcast 📸 Angus on Instagram: @anguscook If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow, subscribe, and share it with anyone interested in elite sport, Olympic performance, or training at the highest level. 👇 Let us know: Do you think Scotty James finally gets Olympic gold? What athlete should we break down next? And how many did you get right in Who Won?

    1h 14m

  4. 4 FEB

    Overhyped Athletes, Hardest Sports & Guess the Athlete | MindSets Podcast x DSM | Episode 76

    This week’s episode is a special collaboration between the MindSets Podcast and the Diet Starts Monday Podcast, as Angus and Charles join Roscoe Carter for a crossover episode using YouTube’s new collaboration feature - meaning this episode is shared across both podcasts!? We stick to the MindSets Podcast format (mostly…) with: ⏰2-Minute News (which somehow turns into 10–15 minutes) ⚙️Grinds My Gears from all three of us plus listeners who wrote in. And then absolute chaos...Without a set main topic, we dive head-first into games, debates, and hot takes across a wide range of sports including MMA, football (soccer), Formula 1, tennis, winter sports, and more. 🏆 The Big Game Section Includes: 1. Blind Ranking Sports by Difficulty – Tennis = Hardest Sport Ever?? 2. Blind Ranking “Overhyped” Athletes – Ryan Gossier?? 3. Guess the Athlete (1v1) – Charles vs Roscoe, one vague clue at a time… one wrong guess and you’re OUT 💬 Inspirational Quotes from The Boys 1 Inspirational One (Bish) 1 Awful One (Bash) 1 Mediocre One (Bosh) This episode is packed with sports debates, listener interaction, and unfiltered opinions, making it one of our most unpredictable shows yet. Check out the podcasts here:🔗 All links:👉 https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast:Instagram | TikTok | YouTube: @mindsets_podcast Instagram | TikTok : @dietstartsmonday_pod YouTube:  ⁨@Dietstartsmondaychannel⁩  If you’re into: Sports podcasts, Athlete debates, MMA, F1, football, tennis, rugby & niche sports talkBlind ranking challengesGames, banter & strong opinions…this one’s for you. 👇 Let us know in the comments: Which sport is ACTUALLY the hardest? Which athlete do you think is the most overhyped? Who won Guess the Athlete? 🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.📌 YouTube Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: MindSets x Diet Starts Monday 01:10 – “2 Minute” News (That Isn’t 2 Minutes) 15:00 – Grinds My Gears (Including Listener Submissions) 31:30 – Blind Ranking: Hardest Sports to Compete In 39:08 – Blind Ranking: Overhyped Athletes 45:10 – Guess the Athlete (Charles vs Roscoe) 52:44 – Inspirational Quote (?) 📈 Tags / Keywords sports podcast blind ranking sports hardest sports debate overhyped athletes mma podcast football podcast formula 1 podcast tennis podcast sports debate podcast mindsets podcast diet starts monday podcast guess the athlete games sports games podcast athlete debate

    55 min

  5. 28 JAN

    Volume vs Intensity: Which Is Better for Your Training? | MindSets Podcast | Episode 75

    🎙️ Episode 75 | Volume vs Intensity – Which Is Better For Your Training? In this episode of The MindSets Podcast the boys cover the latest stories from the world of sport, a few everyday frustrations, and a deep dive into one of the biggest questions in training: volume vs intensity. We run through our usual segments in order, keeping it fast, practical, and relevant for anyone interested in training, fitness, and general sport. 📰 2 Minute News We cover the key stories and talking points from across sport over the past week, breaking down what actually matters. 😤 Grind My Gears Everyday annoyances with a fitness twist: Charles gets stuck into swimming pool etiquetteAngus dives into a few niche frustrations around the homeOther relatable problems? Probably🧠 Main Topic: Volume vs Intensity in Training We break down one of the most common debates in fitness and training. We discuss: What volume and intensity actually meanHow to prioritise them based on your goalsWhy your current fitness level mattersHow training availability and recovery should influence your approachRather than asking which is “better”, we explain how to use both intelligently, depending on context.🎮 Game: Guess the AthleteWe finish the episode with a game - Guess the Athlete. Clues are revealed one by one… but can you beat Charles to the answer? 🎧 Listen to the full episode elsewhere: Spotify & Apple Podcasts 🔗 All links:👉 https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast: Instagram | TikTok | YouTube: @mindsets_podcast 👇 Let us know in the comments:Are you more volume or intensity focused?How quickly did you guess the athlete? Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:29 - 2 Min News 03:45 - Grinds My Gears 15:38 - Volume vs. Intensity 49:48 - Guess The Athlete 01:00:45 - Outro

    1h 1m

  6. 21 JAN

    How to Train the Smart Way | MindSets Podcast | Episode 74

    Episode 74 of The MindSets Podcast is packed with sporting news, gym frustrations, practical fitness advice, and a brand-new game to finish things off. We run through our usual segments in order — keeping it fast, useful, and fun for anyone interested in training, fitness, and sport culture. 📰 2 Minute News We cover the biggest talking points from across sport and endurance: John Harbaugh out at the Ravens after 18 years College Football National Championship: Indiana vs Miami El Clásico thriller ends 3–2 Crystal Palace FA Cup draw vs Macclesfield WSL dominance: Man City flying, Liverpool still winless Chloe Kim dislocates shoulder ahead of Olympic cycle Olympic hockey rink construction delays Tabitha Stoecker wins Silver at European Skeleton Champs Jake Dearden runs 2:22 at Houston Marathon Truett Hanes announces Olympic Marathon qualification plans 😤 Grind My Gears Fitness-adjacent annoyances and everyday chaos: Charlie’s Tesco pretzel saga Red Bull can locks in Sainsbury’s Oranges that refuse to peel properly Gym “working-in” etiquette Salt & pepper grinder covers Why ovens are always wrong at 180°C Posting golf rounds on Strava 🧠 Main Topic: Advice for Fitness Newbies & Smart Investments We break down what beginners actually need to focus on — without the noise. Advice highlights: Why context matters when starting fitness Setting SMART / SMART-ER goals The importance of consistency over intensity Avoiding burnout through sensible training volume Why a programme or coach can be a smart move Investment priorities: Gym memberships Proper shoes/trainers Coaching vs generic programmes Why new gym clothes sometimes actually help motivation Sorting sleep & nutrition first before supplements or bio-hacking 🔥 Game: Hot Take Roulette Charles brings the heat with Hot Take Roulette — firing questionable fitness advice and products at Angus, who has 30 seconds to defend and sell them. Surprisingly… he’s annoyingly good at it. 👇 Let us know in the comments: What would your hot take be? What advice you’d give to someone new to the gym? Which Grind My Gears annoyed you the most? 🎧 Listen to the full episode elsewhere:Spotify & Apple Podcasts 📲 Follow The MindSets Podcast:Instagram | TikTok | YouTube: @mindsets_podcast

    59 min
  7. We’re Changing Everything in 2026 | MindSets Podcast | Episode 73

    14 JAN

    We’re Changing Everything in 2026 | MindSets Podcast | Episode 73

    Episode 73 officially kicks off 2026…and yes, we’ve got plans. This is the first episode of the year for the MindSets Podcast, and we’re coming in hot with announcements, ambition, and a completely reasonable goal of getting ourselves onto the podcast Mount Rushmore. We open with a brand-new segment, 2 Minute News - a tighter, sharper, no-nonsense way of doing updates that (miraculously) lasts exactly two minutes. No waffle. No rabbit holes. No guarantees it stays this efficient forever. From there, we roll into the new episode structure and Grind My Gears, unpacking festive-period frustrations, post-Christmas reality checks, and influencers pushing wildly unrealistic New Year goals purely for likes, validation, and vibes (rather than anything remotely useful). The main chunk of the episode is all about what’s changing at MindSets in 2026, including: - Our goals and standards for the year - Moving to weekly episodes instead of bi-weekly - Posting far more consistently across social platforms - Reintroducing guest episodes with old favourites and new athletes -We wrap things up with the Big Fat Quit of 2026 - a quiz covering the major events coming up this year. The real question: can Charles finally turn over a new leaf and score a point or two in 2026… or will tradition prevail?Higher standards, better structure, bigger ambition, same chaos. #MindSetsPodcast #Podcast2026 #NewPodcastEpisode #MindsetPodcast #FitnessPodcast #PerformancePodcast #UKPodcast #WeeklyPodcast #GoalSetting #ContentCreators #athletemindset ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 - Welcome to 2026 00:53 - 2 Minute News (no waffle, we promise) 02:50 - Grinds My Gears 15:33 - Main Topic: Podcast Changes 32:25 - Big Fat Quiz of 2026 51:52 - Episode Wrap Up

    53 min
  8. Christmas Special | MindSets Podcast | Episode 72

    23/12/2025

    Christmas Special | MindSets Podcast | Episode 72

    In this episode of The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles get into the festive spirit with a Christmas & New Year Special, packed with games, food debates and listener-led chaos. We kick things off with a catch-up on the Elite 15 HYROX Major in Melbourne, covering standout performances across the weekend. We break down Charlie Botterill’s success in both solo and doubles racing, as well as the huge impact made by the British women, with Lucy Proctor and Sinead Bent delivering strong results across solo and doubles events - highlighting just how competitive the women’s field has become on the global stage. From there, we shift gears into a 2025 Sports Quiz, heavily focused on football knowledge with a touch of NBA. It proved tougher than expected… and it’s fair to say Charles struggled. This week, we talk about: 🏟️ Elite 15 HYROX Major – Melbourne A breakdown of the key races and performances, including Charlie Botterill’s solo and doubles results, the dominance of the British women, and what these outcomes mean for the wider Hyrox season. 🧠 2025 Sports Quiz A brutal test of football knowledge (plus some NBA) that exposed a few weaknesses and sparked plenty of debate. ⚙️ Grinds My Gears – Christmas Edition A festive special filled with listener-submitted frustrations, including Christmas cards, wrapping paper, Christmas dinners and all the little things that make December far more stressful than it should be. 🥪 Festive Food Tests & Tesco’s Christmas Meal Deal We try Tesco’s Christmas meal deal before sampling each other’s festive food submissions: • Gingerbread Kit Kat (Charles’ choice and not Angus’ favourite) • Cheese & bacon sandwich with Christmas pudding (Angus’ choice and very much not Charles’ favourite) 🎲 Game Time: Drafting Three categories, one winner: • Celebrations chocolates • Christmas dinner items • Things to buy a Hybrid Rockstar We take turns drafting what we think are the strongest picks before reviewing who built the best lineup. You guys will probably hate our choices, but it was OUR draft 😂 🎁 Christmas Gift Exchange & 2025 Outlook We exchange gifts, confirm that we don’t actually hate each other, and wrap up the episode by thanking listeners for their support while setting our sights on pushing The MindSets Podcast to the next level in 2025. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube 📲 Drop your thoughts below and let us know which draft picks, food choices, or grinds annoyed you the most 👇 🎵 Intro and Outro Music TULE – Fearless [NCS Release] 🎶 Stream: http://ncs.io/Fearless 🎥 Watch: YouTube - NCS 🕒 YouTube Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:20 Elite 15 Hyrox Major – Melbourne Breakdown 16:04 2025 Sports Quiz 12:15 Grinds My Gears – Christmas Edition 35:06 Tesco Christmas Meal Deal & Festive Food Tests 45:03 Game Time: Drafting 1:02:31 Christmas Gift Exchange 1:08:08 Wrap-Up & 2025 Outlook Support this podcast at —

    1h 12m
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Welcome to the MindSets Podcast, your new favourite sports and fitness podcast hosted by Angus and Charles! We keep you up to date with the latest sports new, controversial hot takes from our listeners and expert advice that will absolutely help you with your own sports performance! Oh AND we have a laugh the entire time even before we round each episode off with an interactive game. If you loved watch A Question of Sport or A League of Their Own, you'll love this!

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  • Creator
    Angus Cook
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    79
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Angus Cook
  • Show Website
    The MindSets Podcast