The MindSets Podcast

Angus Cook
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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. 9h ago

    The Stories You Didn't Hear From The Hyrox World Championships | MindSets Podcast| Episode 94

    Welcome back to The MindSets Podcast! In this episode we cover: SPORTS NEWS This week, we kick things off with the latest sports news from around the world, including updates from the FIFA Club World Cup, athletics, golf, and some of the biggest stories making headlines across the sporting landscape. SECRETS OF WORLD CHAMPS The main topic of today's episode is a full debrief of the 2026 HYROX World Championships in Stockholm. Having attended the event in person, Angus shares first-hand insights from inside the arena, providing context and analysis that wasn't available on the livestream. We break down every elite race, discussing the performances, key moments, controversial incidents, penalties, judging decisions, and some of the behind-the-scenes conversations that were taking place throughout the weekend. From the winners and standout performances to the incidents that had athletes, coaches, and spectators talking, we explore what really happened in Stockholm and why certain decisions were made while others left people scratching their heads. GRINDS MY GEARS After the World Championship debrief, we move into our usual "Grinds My Gears" segment, where a number of HYROX-related frustrations make an appearance alongside a few submissions from outside the world of fitness. THE GAME To finish the episode, Charles puts Angus through a game of "This or That", where he must repeatedly choose between elite athletes from a variety of sports. One athlete survives each round and advances to face the next challenger until we discover who Angus would most like to spend a one-hour training session with. Whether you followed every second of the HYROX World Championships or simply want to hear some of the stories and discussions that didn't make it onto the livestream, this is an episode you won't want to miss! 🎙️ Hosted by Angus Cook & Charles Ingell 🎧 Listen Everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast⁠ 📸 Follow MindSets: MindSets Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast⁠ Angus Cook: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/anguscook⁠ Charles Ingell: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast⁠ 📩 Business Enquiries: ⁠mindsetspod@gmail.com⁠ 🤝 Official Partners: Hystyle Clothing ⁠https://www.hystyleclo.com⁠ Use code MINDSET15 for 15% OFF Hysoxs PodiumChasr Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 02:40 - Sports News 07:30 - Hyrox World Champs Debrief 47:45 - Grinds My Gears 58:46 - The Game (This or That) 1:11:05 - Wrap Up #HYROX #HYROXWorldChampionships #Stockholm2026 #HYROXStockholm #HybridAthlete #FitnessPodcast #SportsPodcast #FunctionalFitness #WorldChampionships #HYROXRacing #TheMindSetsPodcast #FitnessDebate #HybridTraining

    1h 13m

  2. Jun 17

    HYROX Vs. CrossFit: Settling the Debate | MindSets Podcast | Episode 93

    Want to sponsor the podcast? Send us an email at:mindsetspod@gmail.comThis week on The MindSets Podcast, we kick things off with the latest sports news, covering standout hurdles performances, the biggest stories from the FIFA Club World Cup so far, and much more from around the sporting world.The main discussion centres around one of the biggest debates in functional fitness: Hyrox vs CrossFit.If you gave an elite CrossFit athlete one year to train for HYROX, and an elite HYROX athlete one year to train for CrossFit, who would perform better in the other's sport?We break down the similarities and differences between the two disciplines, comparing training methodologies, endurance demands, strength requirements, technical skill, and real-world athlete examples from both sides. We discuss which attributes transfer best and ultimately give our verdict on which athletes would make the smoother transition.We also tackle an interesting question:Would you rather look incredibly athletic but be unfit, or be extremely fit and capable but not look athletic at all?As always, we head into our "Grinds My Gears" segment before looking ahead to the HYROX World Championships in Stockholm, where we make our predictions for the elite races and discuss the athletes to watch.To finish the episode, we put our knowledge to the test with a HYROX vs CrossFit Quiz.Let us know in the comments where you stand in the HYROX vs CrossFit debate!🎙️ Hosted by Angus Cook & Charles Ingell🎧 Listen Everywhere:⁠https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast⁠📸 Follow MindSets:TikTok:⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast⁠Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast⁠Angus Cook:⁠https://www.instagram.com/anguscook⁠Charles Ingell:⁠https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life⁠_📩 Business Enquiries:⁠mindsetspod@gmail.com⁠🤝 Official Partners:Hystyle Clothing⁠https://www.hystyleclo.com⁠Use code MINDSET15 for 15% OFFHysoxsPodiumChasr#HYROX #CrossFit #HYROXvsCrossFit #HYROXWorldChampionships #Stockholm2026 #FunctionalFitness #HybridAthlete #FitnessPodcast #TheMindSetsPodcast #EnduranceTraining #CrossFitGames #FitnessDebate #SportsPodcast

    1h 27m

  3. Jun 11

    Cristiano Ronaldo's Training Blueprint | MindSets Podcast | Episode 92

    Want to sponsor the show? Send us an email at:mindsetspod@gmail.com Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest athletes in sporting history. But what exactly has made him so successful for more than two decades? This week on The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles break down Cristiano Ronaldo's training routine, workout philosophy, recovery methods, nutrition habits and mindset to discover what separates him from almost every other footballer who has ever played the game. From strength training and sprint work to discipline, consistency and longevity, we explore the habits that helped Ronaldo become one of the most decorated and physically dominant athletes of all time. Could following Ronaldo's approach actually make you fitter, stronger and healthier? 📰 This Week's Sports News A huge week across the sporting world: • The latest Formula 1 drama involving Antonelli, Hamilton and Hadjar• What it means for Norris, Russell, Leclerc and Verstappen• Alexander Zverev wins Roland Garros• Mirra Andreeva becomes the youngest French Open women's champion since 1992• Nelly Korda wins the US Women's Open• England begin their Cricket World Cup campaign with victory over New Zealand• Jose Mourinho is reportedly set for a sensational return to Real Madrid• North Wales Crusaders suffer a historic 134-0 defeat to London Broncos• Mondo Duplantis loses for the first time since 2023• Demi Vollering completes the Grand Tour trilogy• Keely Hodgkinson breaks the British record in a world-class 800m race• Amy Hunt runs a huge personal best of 10.97• Teenage sensation Cooper Lutkenhaus stuns the athletics world on his Diamond League debut 🔥 Today's Main Topic: Cristiano Ronaldo's Training Routine • Ronaldo's weekly workout structure• Strength training for football performance• Sprint training, speed and athleticism• Recovery habits and injury prevention• Nutrition, sleep and longevity• The mentality behind elite consistency• What everyday athletes can learn from Ronaldo• Can his methods still work outside professional football? What does it really take to train like Cristiano Ronaldo? 😤 Grind My Gears Angus launches into a surprising number of breakfast-related complaints. Meanwhile, Charles is tired of seeing every modern athlete compared to sporting legends from previous generations. 🎮 This Week's Game World Cup Trivia Challenge ⚽ With the 2026 FIFA World Cup finally here, Angus and Charles put their football knowledge to the test with a World Cup-themed quiz covering iconic moments, records, players and tournaments from football history. Who comes out on top? 👇 Comment Below Could you stick to Cristiano Ronaldo's training routine? Is Ronaldo the greatest athlete football has ever produced? Which sporting legend would you like us to analyse next? And who wins the World Cup in 2026? 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere:https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast MindSets Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus:https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles:https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell 👕 Check Out Our Sponsors: Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code:MINDSET15 #CristianoRonaldo #RonaldoWorkout #RonaldoTraining #FootballTraining #SoccerTraining #Fitness #Gym #AthleteTraining #SportsScience #WorldCup2026 #FIFAWorldCup #FootballQuiz #PremierLeague #ChampionsLeague #F1 #Tennis #Athletics #MindSetsPodcast

    1h 20m

  4. Jun 4

    Why Golden Era Bodybuilders Looked Better Than Today's Athletes | MindSets Podcast| Episode 91

    Want to sponsor the show? Send us an email at:mindsetspod@gmail.com The Golden Era of bodybuilding created some of the most iconic physiques in history. No fancy technology. No fitness influencers. No endless exercise variations. Just hard training, huge volume, and a relentless pursuit of physical excellence. This week on The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles explore the principles behind old school bodybuilding and ask whether modern fitness has actually moved us further away from building great physiques. We break down the training methods, workout splits, equipment, exercises and mindset that defined the Golden Era—and whether those methods still work today. 📰 This Week's Sports News • Arsenal win the Premier League• PSG are crowned Champions League winners• Simon Ehammer jumps 8.51m in the long jump as a decathlete and sets a national record• The latest discussion surrounding the decathlon world record• Jonas Vingegaard wins the Giro d'Italia 🔥 Today's Main Topic: Old School Bodybuilding • What made Golden Era physiques so unique• The classic bodybuilding training splits• Why free weights dominated gym culture• The exercises that built legendary physiques• High-volume training and recovery• The equipment that shaped an era of bodybuilding• What modern lifters can learn from old school methods Could the best muscle-building blueprint have already been discovered decades ago? 😤 Grind My Gears Angus discovers that a surprising number of MindSets listeners suffer from hay fever. His solution? Grow up and get over it. 🎮 This Week's Game Sneaker Head Showdown 👟 Which famous sneaker collaborations had the highest launch prices? From legendary partnerships to eye-watering retail prices, Angus and Charles put their sneaker knowledge to the test. 👇 Comment Below Did Golden Era bodybuilders have better physiques than today's athletes? Would you follow an old school bodybuilding routine? And is hay fever actually a problem... or are people just being dramatic? 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere:https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast MindSets Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast Angus:https://www.instagram.com/anguscook Charles:https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell 👕 Official Partners Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code: MINDSET15 #Bodybuilding #GoldenEraBodybuilding #ArnoldSchwarzenegger #Fitness #Gym #MuscleBuilding #StrengthTraining #OldSchoolBodybuilding #PremierLeague #ChampionsLeague #Cycling #Sneakers #MindSetsPodcast

    1h 18m

  5. May 28

    Why The Enhanced Games Was Destined To Fail | MindSets Podcast | Episode 90

    Want to sponsor the show? Send us an email at: mindsetspod@gmail.com The Enhanced Games are finally here… and sport may never be the same again. Enhanced athletes.Unofficial world records.Open PED use.Biohacking.Superhuman performance. This week on The MindSets Podcast, Angus and Charles break down the most controversial sporting event on the planet right now and ask the question nobody can agree on: If science can make humans faster, stronger, and better… should sport allow it? We discuss:• The biggest moments from the Enhanced Games• The “enhanced” swimming world record controversy• Why some CLEAN athletes still beat enhanced athletes• Whether elite sport is already chemically enhanced• The future of biohacking in sport• The ethics of PEDs and human optimisation• Why people are fascinated by superhuman performance ⸻ 📰 This Week’s Sports News• The biggest stories from the Enhanced Games weekend• Unofficial world-record performances• Enhanced swimming controversy• The reaction from athletes and fans ⸻ 🔥 Today’s Main TopicThe Enhanced Games: Genius? Dystopian? Or inevitable? We debate:• Whether PEDs should ever be legal• How much advantage drugs ACTUALLY give• Why some clean athletes still won• The role of technology in modern sport• Whether “natural sport” even exists anymore ⸻ 😤 Grind My GearsThe weekly rant segment returns… ⸻ 🎮 This Week’s Game:“PED, Sci-Fi or Energy Drink?” PLUS:• Guess the PED from the side effects• Real drug or fake scientific nonsense?• The most absurd real side effects in elite sport Some of these are genuinely unbelievable 😂 ⸻ 👇 COMMENT BELOW:Would you watch an Enhanced Olympics? Should medically supervised PED use be legal in elite sport? ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ MindSets Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Angus:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/anguscook⁠⁠⁠ Charles:⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_⁠⁠⁠ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻ 👕 Official Partners Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr) Get 15% off your order using code:MINDSET15 ⸻ #EnhancedGames #PEDs #Steroids #Biohacking #Olympics #Swimming #Sport #Athletics #PerformanceEnhancement #MindSetsPodcast

    1h 6m

  6. May 20

    How Ronda Rousey Was Built | MindSets Podcast | Episode 89

    Sponsor the show! 🤘🚀Drop us and email to enquire at mindsetspod@gmail.comHow Ronda Rousey Was Built:Ahead of her shock MMA comeback win, we break down how Ronda Rousey was built. From Olympic judo prodigy to one of the most dominant UFC champions ever and explore the training philosophy, mindset, conditioning, and athletic development behind her rise.We break down:• Ronda Rousey’s Olympic judo background• The conditioning and athletic base behind her dominance• How judo develops explosive power and endurance• Why her armbar game became legendary• The psychology of elite competitors• The training methods behind early UFC dominance• The emotional intensity behind her rise and fall• What her comeback means for women’s MMA today⸻🥋 How Olympic Judo Built Ronda RouseyBefore the UFC, Ronda was already competing at the highest level in combat sports. We explore how Olympic judo shaped:• her aggression• explosiveness• grip strength• muscular endurance• mentality under pressure⸻💪 The Training Behind UFC DominanceWhat actually made Ronda so dangerous physically?We discuss:• combat-athlete conditioning• explosive repeatability• high-pressure fighting styles• grappling endurance• skill-volume training• why judo creates uniquely conditioned athletes⸻🧠 The Psychology Of Elite FightersRonda’s career wasn’t just about fighting ability. We explore:• obsessive competitiveness• identity through performance• emotional intensity in elite sport• pressure and expectation• what happens when dominance disappears⸻📰 This Week’s News• Jannik Sinner becomes only the second player ever to win every ATP Masters 1000 event• Manchester City beat Chelsea 1-0 in the FA Cup Final• England’s Red Roses secure a fifth successive Grand Slam against France• Aaron Rai wins the PGA Championship and becomes the first Englishman in 100 years to do so• Mark English runs 1:43 in the Shanghai Diamond League 800m final• Newcastle beat West Ham 3-1 as the Premier League relegation battle intensifies⸻😤 Grind My Gears• Why cycling has become an unbelievably expensive sport• People putting “Athlete” in their bio when they aren’t actually athletes• The AP x Swatch collaboration hype release⸻🎮 The Game - “This Or That”Charles gives Angus two celebrities or athletes and Angus has to decide who wins in an MMA fight — with the winner progressing through the bracket until one final champion remains.⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsListen Elsewhere: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠MindSets Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠Angus: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/anguscook⁠⁠⁠Charles: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 - Intro01:20 - 2 Minute News04:23 - Ronda Rousey - Training Breakdown52:10 - Grind My Gears1:07:06 - The Game1:12:13 - Outro⸻KeywordsRonda Rousey, Ronda Rousey training, Ronda Rousey comeback, UFC training, UFC champion, women’s MMA, MMA conditioning, Olympic judo, judo training, combat sports training, athlete mindset, sports psychology, elite athlete training, MMA performance, armbar training, UFC comeback, combat athlete conditioning, sports science podcast, UFC analysis, women’s combat sports, performance podcast UK, MindSets Podcast⸻Hashtags#RondaRousey #UFC #MMA #Judo #CombatSports #SportsScience #UFCComeback #WomensMMA #MMATraining #AthleteMindset #PerformanceTraining #MindSetsPodcast

    1h 14m

  7. May 14

    How Jannik Sinner Became World No.1 | MindSets Podcast | Episode 88

    🎾 Jannik Sinner Is About To Change Tennis Forever? Ahead of Roland Garros, we break down the REAL training philosophy behind the world No.1’s rise, using credible sources, insights from his coaching team, and what we can learn from the evolution of modern tennis performance. Jannik Sinner doesn’t just look better physically… he looks completely different to the player we saw just a few years ago. From endurance and movement efficiency to strength, recovery and 5-set resilience, this episode explores why Sinner may be building the perfect body for modern tennis — and why Roland Garros could be the next major step in his takeover of the sport. We break down: • Sinner’s physical transformation • The training philosophy behind his rise • Darren Cahill’s influence on his development • Why his endurance now stands out so much • The importance of recovery and movement efficiency • How his preparation compares to Djokovic, Nadal & Alcaraz • Why modern tennis fitness is evolving fast ⸻ 🏆 Roland Garros Is Coming Can Sinner dominate on clay and continue his rise at the French Open? ⸻ 💪 The Training Behind The World No.1 From strength and conditioning to movement, endurance and recovery — what actually makes an elite tennis athlete? ⸻ 🎾 Modern Tennis Has Changed The game is faster, more physical, and more demanding than ever before. We explore why Sinner may represent the future of the sport. ⸻ 🎙 Follow and Support MindSets Listen Elsewhere: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast⁠⁠ MindSets Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast⁠⁠ Angus: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/anguscook⁠ Charles: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast⁠⁠ Hosted by Angus Cook and 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 01:56 - 2 Minute News 03:37 - Jannick Sinner - Training Breakdown 42:00 - Grind My Gears 1:01:16 - The Game ⸻ Keywords Jannik Sinner training, Roland Garros 2026, French Open preview, tennis fitness, Darren Cahill, ATP training, tennis endurance, sports science, Djokovic training, Carlos Alcaraz, modern tennis, tennis conditioning, elite athlete training, sports podcast UK, tennis performance analysis ⸻ Hashtags #JannikSinner #RolandGarros #FrenchOpen #ATP #Tennis #TennisTraining #SportsScience #Djokovic #CarlosAlcaraz #MindSetsPodcast #TennisFitness #PerformanceTraining

    1h 11m

  8. May 6

    How To Train Like an F1 Driver | MindSets Podcast | Episode 87

    🏁 F1 Fitness, European Finals & Gym Culture ChaosThis week’s episode is back to structured idiocy… news, segments, and plenty of opinions. We kick things off with the biggest stories in sport right now. Leinster and Bordeaux set up a huge European Cup Final in Bilbao, Nelly Korda continues her dominance with another win in Mexico, and Formula 1 delivers another massive weekend with sprint drama, podium changes, and Kimi Antonelli making moves. From there, we dive into one of the most underrated athletes in the world — Formula 1 drivers. We break down exactly how they train, from extreme neck strength and reaction work to simulator programmes that replicate multiple race distances before a race weekend. And then… it’s time for “Grind My Gears.” To finish, Charles brings a new game: guessing which celebrities own which sports teams… and Angus delivers an all-time bad performance. ⸻🌍 The Biggest Week in SportEuropean rugby finals, LPGA dominance, and Formula 1 headlines — all covered. ⸻🏎 Formula 1 Training BreakdownWhat it actually takes to perform at the highest level in motorsport — physically and mentally. ⸻😤 Grind My GearsThis week’s frustrations include: People not leaving the fast laneDead whiteboard markersCalling a medicine ball a “wall ball”The Norwegian 4x4 trend…and plenty more. ⸻🎯 The Game: Celebrity Owners QuizCan you match the celebrity to their sports team? Angus tries… unsuccessfully. ⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsListen Elsewhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcast⁠MindSets Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcast⁠Angus: https://www.instagram.com/anguscookCharles: https://www.instagram.com/chucks_life_\TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcast⁠Hosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell ⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15 ⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 - Intro01:20 - News + Sport Roundup03:48 - F1 Training Deep Dive38:36 - Grind My Gears54:00 - Celebrity Owners Game1:08:28 - Outro ⸻KeywordsFormula 1 training, F1 fitness, Nelly Korda Mexico win, European rugby final Leinster Bordeaux, HYROX culture, gym frustrations, Norwegian 4x4 training, sports podcast UK, endurance training, hybrid athlete podcast ⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #F1 #Formula1 #Hyrox #GymCulture #NellyKorda #Rugby #SportsPodcast #EnduranceSport #KimiAntonelli #Antonelli

    1h 10m
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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
    94
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Angus Cook
  • Show Website
    The MindSets Podcast

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