//podcastplus.net/feed/being-the-genuine-athlete~6a7b4dbe As a former professional athlete I was always in search of “the zone.” The zone and that feeling was, and is, the peak of all performance that all athletes strive for. But often there is something missing, and it’s that something that is revealed on my podcast. I share my experiences as an athlete and life coach. You’ll discover what’s working, how to get there and how to apply these tips to your life. Join me on this journey and be the Genuine Athlete you were born to be. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:31:29 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/103174465/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-25%2F400962476-44100-2-9376f68cde2eb.m4a ️ In this episode, I had the honor of speaking with Angela R. Lewis – former professional basketball player, coach, author, and now Head of Operations at SpeakerHub. What she shared deeply resonated with me, especially her unique framework for female athlete development called the 6V Model: 1. Voice – Helping athletes express who they are. 2. Vision – Understanding where they’re going and why. 3. Values – Anchoring their actions in what matters most. 4. Valleys – Embracing the struggles that shaped them. 5. Victory – Redefining what winning means, beyond the scoreboard. 6. Volunteering – Giving back and connecting with a greater purpose. This conversation struck a powerful chord with my own journey as a somatics teacher and breathwork coach. We spoke about how many young female athletes lose touch with their body – and how that disconnection often leads to self-doubt, burnout, anxiety, and even loss of identity. Angela’s message reaffirmed a truth I’... Sun, 25 May 2025 15:10:07 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/103174465/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-25%2F400962476-44100-2-9376f68cde2eb.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/99554976/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-2-8%2F396198430-44100-2-932ef4bf8081d.m4a In this deeply insightful and transformative episode, we sit down with Dr. Zdeslav Hrepic, a physicist, educator, and certified life coach, to explore the profound intersections of science, spirituality, and personal transformation. With a rich background in physics education and a lifelong passion for metaphysics, Dr. Z has dedicated his career to uncovering how the fundamental laws of nature mirror our personal and spiritual growth. Having spent over two decades in the United States, teaching at universities and diving deep into physics and life coaching, Dr. Z eventually followed his heart back to Croatia. There, he embraced a more holistic approach, blending physics, family constellations, and energy work to help people heal ancestral burdens, realign with their true selves, and live in harmony with the natural flow of life. What You’ll Discover in This Episode: The Connection Between Physics & Spirituality – How scientific principles, such as Newton’s Third Law (action & ... Sat, 08 Mar 2025 14:40:21 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/99554976/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-2-8%2F396198430-44100-2-932ef4bf8081d.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/98876401/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-1-22%2F395350444-44100-2-542769c9497a6.m4a Resnična preobrazba zahteva čas. Si pripravljen/a stopiti na svojo pot? Od zakrčenosti do sproščenosti. Od zatrtih čustev do pristnega izražanja. Od nenehnega boja do resnične notranje moči. Sandi, nekdanji vrhunski strelec, je skozi prelomne izzive in metodo AEQ odkril, kako se premakniti iz slepe ulice telesnih in čustvenih blokad. Njegova pot je bila vse prej kot lahka – depresije, odpor, dvomi – a danes živi z več energije, spontanosti in občutka za življenje. ️ V tem podkastu boš izvedel/a: ️ Zakaj spremembe zahtevajo več časa, kot si mislimo. ️ Kako prepoznati stare vzorce, ki te držijo v preteklosti. ️ Kako se premakniti iz iluzije v realnost in se osvoboditi mask. ️ Razlika med čustveno inteligenco in čustveno zrelostjo. ️ Zakaj iščemo zunanje rešitve in kako najti moč v sebi. ️ Kako skozi odpor priti do globlje avtentičnosti. Ta podkast ni za tiste, ki iščejo hitre rešitve. Namenjen je tistim, ki... Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:14:33 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/98876401/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-1-22%2F395350444-44100-2-542769c9497a6.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/97880622/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-1-1%2F394110447-44100-2-949e72cf9c099.m4a You can watch the episode with english subtitles on YouTube: Being the Genuine Athlete channel. "Kako si?"*Jednostavno pitanje, ali nosi slojeve značenja. Većina ljudi odgovara automatski— "Dobro sam." Ali je li to istina ili samo iluzija koje držimo? Mnogi se bore s kroničnom boli, emocionalnim blokadama i obrascima koje ne razumiju. Oni guraju naprijed, zanemarujući signale koje im tijelo šalje. Ali bol nije neprijatelj - to je poruka. Poziv na usporavanje, promišljanje i **usklađivanje sa stvarnošću. U ovoj epizodi zaranjamo duboko u: Zašto je bol - fizička, emocionalna ili mentalna - često ukorijenjena u prošlim iskustvima i odnosima. Kako podsvjesno ponavljamo istu emocionalnu dinamiku iz djetinjstva, rekreirajući iste borbe. Iluzija "sve je u redu" i kako nas izbjegavanje nelagode drži zaglavljenima. Zašto se transformacija ne odnosi na brza rješenja—zahtijeva emocionalnu zrelost, strpljenje i duboko samoistraživanje. Moć A... Sat, 01 Feb 2025 23:13:25 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/97880622/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-1-1%2F394110447-44100-2-949e72cf9c099.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/97218283/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-0-18%2F393283289-44100-2-fa1fe98063cb7.m4a Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ema Burgić, a divorced mother of two and a professional tennis player from Bosnia, as she takes us on her journey of self-discovery and authenticity. Ema shares her struggles and triumphs, offering a raw and heartfelt perspective on balancing motherhood, a competitive career, and personal growth.   In this episode, we explore:   - Staying True to Herself: Ema’s journey from defining herself through wins and losses to embracing authenticity and finding freedom in being genuine.   - Mind-Body Connection: How Ema listens to her body, prioritizes rest, and adapts her training to maintain balance and energy.   - The Competitive World: Her insights on navigating the high-pressure environment of professional tennis and staying grounded amidst the challenges.   - Acceptance and Boundaries: Learning to accept the negatives, set boundaries, and prioritize meaningful connections.   - Living with Love and Gratitude: Ema’s shift towards appreciating ... Sat, 18 Jan 2025 23:00:00 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/97218283/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-0-18%2F393283289-44100-2-fa1fe98063cb7.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/96047969/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-11-19%2F391830679-44100-2-e41c79f85f4a5.m4a Love. Optimism. Courage to confront yourself. Using the tools. To feel instead of just filling the void. Emotions. Energy. Change. Leaving the victimhood behind. Ability to relax. Efficiency. From racing to self awareness. Hope.  This and much more was presented in this podcast episode with my guest Jani Brajkovič, former pro cyclist racer. Listen to his journey from struggle to self awareness, where he recounts a deeply introspective journey through his career and personal struggles, shedding light on the complexities of high-performance sports and human emotion.  Viewing himself as a failure, even though he was a world champion in time trial. Obsessed with rigorous training, creating an eating disorder, ignoring his body's signals, leading to overwork, emotional numbness, and chronic issues. If you are an athlete, or a parent, you might be facing similar adversities and suffering. There is a solution and no need to fall so deep as Jani did. You do not need to over achieve to be worthy of love... Sat, 21 Dec 2024 23:00:00 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/96047969/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-11-19%2F391830679-44100-2-e41c79f85f4a5.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/95513296/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-11-7%2F391162824-44100-2-685df7cebf006.m4a Kenny is an amazing musician with a difficult past. He went through shit and came out on the other side like a star. We touched on his digestive issues, chronic tension and stress, headaches, pain and how all of this turned into a nightmare of anxiety, panic attacks and just pure hell living. To top it off, Kenny was lost in addiction, escaping the reality and further on dysregulating his system. He found solutions. First through naturopathy and therapy on trauma and addictions. Then he found me and the AEQ method. This is our story:  He found me through the Innovative Medicine podcast by Caspar Szulc where I was a guest. Kenny needed this body approach, after trying therapy on the mind side for some years. Slowly going into his whole body through interoception. Feeling and acknowledging sensations in his own body. Finally, down from the mind and into the body he says. He understood immediately that this is not a quick fix approach. So he committed and devoted himself to the AEQ exercises.  Bein... Sat, 07 Dec 2024 23:08:41 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/95513296/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-11-7%2F391162824-44100-2-685df7cebf006.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/94844322/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-10-23%2F390334462-44100-2-6e9aeffe9420c.m4a You can watch the episode with English subtitles on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PqsRctpu2rc Biti majka 4 djece i sve ih roditi kod kuće. Ivana ima iskustvo, a povrh toga i potrebno znanje, mudrost i empatiju kako bi vodila i pomogla ženama nakon poroda. Nositi se s posljedicama ovog čuda koje život jest. Kako bi žene mogle dati sve od sebe novorođenčetu. Kako tegobe ne bi postale kronične i kako bi oporavak bio učinkovit i zdrav. Oduševio me Ivanin pristup i kako se nosi s teškim pitanjima koja su vrlo složena. Razina koju ona donosi za stol i ženama nadilazi ovaj svijet. Jer nekako je čovječanstvo uspjelo ovu prirodnu i najveličanstveniju stvar iskasapiti u umjetnu i odvojenu od tijela. Rađanje je najneobičnije iskustvo svakog života. I stvaranjem straha, brzom industrijom carskog reza, neslušanjem potreba trudnice, ograničavanjem i pritiskom obmanjujućih informacija. Povišenje razine adrenalina i kortizola te manevriranje u nezgodne položaje tijekom poroda proizvodi raz... Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/94844322/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-10-23%2F390334462-44100-2-6e9aeffe9420c.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/94183382/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-10-9%2F389519189-44100-2-ca350b15c2867.m4a Everything is possible with hard work and dedication. But is it? Only if and when you feel your body in order to input the right amount of pain and get the gain. The subjects that we touched with Stefan were deep and felt to the core, as pain is. A man with a lot of experience as a pro athlete. After all, he is a multiple world medal winner in ski racing.  So we dived deep into his quest for excellence on his journey towards success. How much of a price with his body he needed to pay? What were the triggers and situations where he began opening his eyes and the mind - body connection? Learning about his body and the nervous system saved him from going down with a bigger career ending injury. So he gradually reinvented himself and achieved results beyond. Now stepping into after career shoes, where he teaches others how to take care of their most precious asset - health.  Check out this episode where we explain the pressure that a pro athlete must endure and how he copes with it. More than intere... Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/94183382/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-10-9%2F389519189-44100-2-ca350b15c2867.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/93581039/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-9-26%2F388769813-44100-2-2455dae5400b7.m4a Tune in to get the full story of how Barbara & Matija managed to come out of being exhausted and injured. How they flipped it around by slowing down. And the last two years being a couple in a new way. Supporting each other and growing together. Now the goal is to be rested and prepared for any performance. As well to feel joy.  Barbara was a semi-pro basketball player and later a cyclist. Matija was a pro volleyball player. Now they are the AEQ method teachers. Guiding themselves and others to health, injury prevention and building strong fundamentals of life alongside. Learning and teaching how to rest the body, not just the mind.  Having a lot of experience of sport pressure, proving to others, not backing away, going through pain, winning and also failing. This is what gives them the edge in being humble, emphatical and down to earth. Additionally the AEQ method wisdom elevates their understanding and connecting with others. Enabling them to become healthier, wiser, profound with clients... Sat, 26 Oct 2024 23:17:25 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/ce258f4/podcast/play/93581039/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-9-26%2F388769813-44100-2-2455dae5400b7.m4a