Sports Motivation Podcast By I'm Not You | Mindset | Strategies | Habits | Psychology | Athlete Development | Host Niyi Sobo

It’s the “seed”, versus the “fruit”…  From U.S. Anderson’s book, we learn a simple rule; the law of attraction is nothing but CHOOSING YOUR THOUGHTS. Does this sound simple enough? Shoutout to Nipsey Hussle for recommending this book to me. This book is full of gold, and you need to dig in, ASAP. U.S. Anderson’s, "Three Magic Words"

Today, we welcome former MLB starting pitcher Todd Stottlemyre to the podcast!  He played 15 seasons in the league and is son to Mel Stottlemyre, former New York Yankees pitcher.  We talk about his story, what it took to pitch in the MLB for so many years, his philosophies on habits and goal setting, and much more.  You can find him at www.toddofficial.com and can order his brand new book: “Relentless Success - 9-Point System for Major League Achievement.” Time Stamps: (1:25) Welcome to the Sports Motivation Podcast Todd! (2:34) Todd’s Story and Yankee Stadium (5:35) “Second half of my life be all about other people” (7:26) “Took me 20 years working at my craft before I reached the big leagues” (8:55) All in, all the time mindset (13:08) Realization of the Legendary Work Ethic (15:19) “Real Genius is taking something simple and keeping it simple” (17:02) “Kiss-Keep it simple stupid” (22:44) Michael Jordan’s habits made him the GOAT (24:21) 3 critical habits to Todd’s achievement (26:10) “How do you become th

Tune in to today’s interview as we welcome Jairek Robbins to the Sports Motivation Podcast! From best selling author, performance coach, and keynote speaker (just to name a few), expect a lively conversation that will improve your life in all aspects. Major takeaways from this interview include: how to manifest your most beneficial/positive emotions, the importance of establishing a concrete “North Star” vision, and the ultimate necessity of maintaining your health through proper sleep, nutrition, and movement. Be sure to keep that pen and pad ready, and don’t forget to check out Jairek’s bestselling Book, “Live It! Achieve Success By Living With Purpose”! Thanks for stopping by, Jairek! Time Stamps: (1:20) Welcome to the Sports Motivation Podcast, Jairek! (2:13) Jairek’s story | The characteristics he’s developed from his parents | Money = “Don’t ask” (16:15) The makings of your beliefs: 1. Observance, 2. Peer groups, 3. “Significant emotional experience” (21:10) Charles Duhigg’s, “The Power of Habit” | Wha

In today's episode of Books and Bars, we dig into an ancient book by Stoic philosopher, Seneca, “The Shortness of Life”. Are you stingy or frugal with your time? People that say they don’t have time to do important things are just lying to themselves. Let’s act TODAY, and be fearless with what needs to be done. BOOK: Seneca, “The Shortness of Life” SPECIAL OFFER: The Blueprint Time Mastery System

Making an investment to improve yourself is the most important step that others will never take… As we come to the conclusion of the Dominate Time series, I have some thing special for my listeners who want to take it next level. My Blueprint Time Mastery System is finally available to you all. Tune in for more information on how to begin making your very own blueprints! (P.S. This offer will not last… imnotyou.com/dominatetime) Episode 172 Time Stamps: (1:20) Brief recap of parts 1 & 2 of the Dominate Time Series (2:10) What is your ULTIMATE Vision? (3:55) Introducing… the “BLUEPRINT TIME MASTERY SYSTEM” (6:33) Imagine living a life of full control… How beneficial would that be? (7:25) What you can expect in the Blueprint Time Mastery System (7:58) What’s accessible to you after you sign up. (9:08) Registration is open TODAY, only until July 14th @ 10PM PACIFIC (10:10) BONUS: The Daily Motivation System will be FREE for those who act FAST ($197 value) (12:05) The importance of an investment. (13:24) Que

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Part 2 of the Dominate Time series is a 6 step process that will bring you unbelievable clarity as you take on your week. Do you want to wake up and plan your day out based on how you feel? Or would you rather wake up already knowing what must be done for the day? … The answer is a NO BRAINER. Set up your week on Sunday, and crush it. Time Stamps: (1:20) Welcome back! Part 2 begins now… (2:23) A brief recap of Part 1 (3:47) What you will expect in today’s episode (5:00) Make sure you have TIME-BLOCKS set up, before starting this 6 step process. (6:24) Step 1: Ruthless self-evaluation. (6:56) Step 2: Brain-dump. (7:23) Steps 3 & 4: Create WEEKLY GOALS, personally and professionally. (8:28) Step 5: WEEKLY SET-UP (Your time-blocks are like TETRIS pieces) (9:37) Step 6: Input goal-based actions, in coordination with your weekly set-up and time-blocks. (10:37) Do you have a system in place right now? (11:02) A preview for Part 3! Get Steven Covey's book, "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"   Today's blog p

At the time when Nipsey Hussle’s “Mailbox Money” tape came out in 2015, IMNOTYOU was just the beginning. I listened to the first track, “Killa”, and it gave me an urge to push my brand to a whole nother level. A couple years later, and I’m “tightroping” at an insane height, but I ain’t concerned with looking down. BARS.

Over the course of the next three episodes, we’re gonna knock the unnecessary habits that distract you from getting things done. I’m here to teach you TIME DOMINATION, based off of my own life experiences. If there’s improvements to be made, why aren’t you acting upon them? Remember, I’m here to coach you up and get your wheels rolling, so expect to hear the necessary language. Sound good? C’mon man, let’s jump right into it!   Time Stamps: (1:20) Welcome, to Part 1 of the "Dominate Time" Series (3:24) Can you describe, “time”? (4:08) Don’t expect the simple boring stuff here. (6:04) Three most critical mistakes, when it comes to time-management. (7:40) Mistake #1: No VISION. (11:26) Mistake #2: You might be focused only on ACTIONS, and not OUTCOMES (14:42) Mistake #3: No system to consistently achieve results. (16:41) Work out once a week, and expect… nothing. (17:16) My BBQ sauce is bomb… you want the recipe? (19:16) Necessity is the mother of invention (21:09) A preview for Part 2! (21:51) What to do now..

Think about the 5 people in your life that you spend the most time with at this very moment... Are these individuals helping you grow and expand at a fast pace? Or are you stuck in the same place because your peers don’t benefit your growth and vision? Listen attentively and take notes as I take you through 10 practical strategies to change and enhance your peer group, allowing you to grow at an exponential rate.   Time Stamps (1:20) Would speeding your results up benefit you? (2:41) A quick story about a friend. (4:40) Change your peer group, to challenge yourself! (6:09) BOOK: Napoleon Hill’s, “Outwitting The Devil” (9:30) Reasons why we don’t change our peer group (11:34) Speed up your results, Pt. 1: READ! (11:42) BOOK: Seneca, "On The Shortness of Life" (13:31) Speed up your results, Pt. 2: Define what you clearly want (14:10) Speed up your results, Pt. 3: Tell your friends your vision and what you want (14:37) Speed up your results, Pt. 4: Start teaching and mentoring people (15:10) Speed up your result

Nas is hands down one of my favorite rappers to date. The grittiness of New York’s streets of crime can’t be better explained than through one of Nas’ many flows. His first album Illmatic is timeless man. If you haven’t heard it yet, well… you know what to do. Let’s take it to his most recent verse on DJ Khaled’s latest album. On “It’s Secured” (featuring Travis Scott), learn to become PRINCIPLE-DRIVEN. You feel me??

I’m excited to present this episode to my hoopers, and to the world; a conversation with the Portland Trailblazers’ Performance Coach, Ben Kenyon. You hear NBA players being interviewed all the time… but what about the trainers behind the scenes? That’s right. Expect an unbeatable career story, followed by major keys to improve your game. If you’re wondering why your team is in a slump, Ben has the right words for you. Take notes, take action, and say what’s up to Mr. Kenyon himself through his social media accounts. Episode 168 Time Stamps: (1:20) Welcome to the Sports Motivation Podcast, Ben! (2:42) The journey to the Trailblazers (8:35) Ben’s role with the pro's (13:10) It's important to "Be the best for the TEAM, and not for everyone else" (16:00) The right leadership truly runs the team. (17:53) Terry Stotts’ leadership, as he leads the team (19:22) “Sweat equity” | Experience is everything! (23:06) To the hoopers listening: WORK, and LOVE | A hooper’s "audit" (25:02) Maximizing your game: Focus on your

Whether you’re trying to make the winning free throws in a game, or figuring out how to plan the perfect day for your spouse, performing under pressure is key to success in any situation.  In today’s episode, I take you through 9 practical steps in order to perform better while under pressure.  These steps are clutch and will take your focus and game time performance to the next level. Episode 167 Time Stamps: (2:00) My story growing up(3:41) My experiences with Holidays and Birthdays(10:45) What are you avoiding due to discomfort?(13:40) Under Pressure, Pt. 1: You have to decide to face the pressure and master it.(14:42) Under Pressure, Pt. 2: Examine and understand the pressure.(15:50) Under Pressure, Pt. 3: Understand, then minimize your fear of pressure.(17:00) Under Pressure, Pt. 4: Create a plan for perfection.(18:09) Under Pressure, Pt. 5: Make that plan part of your identity.(18:55) Under Pressure, Pt. 6: You have to go through the fire. (19:30) Under Pressure, Pt. 7: Accept non-perfection.(20:51) Un

In remembrance of the late and great Prodigy, of Mobb Deep, today’s bar comes from his “Keep It Thoro” track. The raw, powerful energy within certain hip-hop music has always been my major key to pre-game adrenaline. So take today’s lyric to the next level. No one can mess with you, as long as it’s instilled in your beliefs. Rest in Peace, Prodigy.

Today is a special day, as we welcome George Mumford to the Sports Motivation Podcast! By now you know that “The Mindful Athlete” is one of my favorite books, and to have George on today’s episode is a major blessing. George has taught legends like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant the essence of meditation. Phil Jackson says “The Bulls’ championship was saved by players who believed in Mumford’s one-mind one-breath efforts.” Tune in for our conversation about George’s beginnings, hardships, collaboration with the greats, and his expertise on Mindfulness. Be sure to listen to this episode twice! You might miss a few gems.   Time Stamps: (1:20) Welcome to the Sports Motivation Podcast, George! (3:00) George tells his story | Baptism by fire, through hardships (10:39) Mindfulness. (15:24) Interpret your pain; watch what happens. (16:55) Understanding your nervous system. (17:43) Create space between stimulus and response. | Being aware in thoughts vs. being lost in thoughts. (20:04) Be comfortable being uncomforta

From the Sobo familia, to our wonderful fans from all across the globe, we wish you a wonderful Father’s Day today! As we surprise Niyi with a special GYMR episode, we encourage you to surprise the father figures in your lives in your own special way. Much love!! imnotyou.com/GYMR

Discipline is a fundamental concept that embodied different meanings to different people in society. Some believe it is a myth while other's believe it is the greatest trait one can have. In today’s episode, I break down what I believe discipline is (and means), based on my experiences and through what I have read. Take notes as I teach you the 5 parts of establishing and sustaining discipline in your life, as well as creating and perpetuating your habits.   Time Stamps: (1:54) The initial natural growing process (3:42) Discipline's perception in society (3:50) “The One Thing” By Gary Keller (5:44) “The Art of Living” by Bob Proctor (5:49) Bob Proctor's Definition of Discipline (7:40) Step 1: Decide to be more disciplined (10:07) Step 2: Create a Vision (13:17) Step 3: Create Habits to Support your Vision (14:25) READ BOOKS! (15:06) Step 4: Focus on that One Major Habit (15:48) Step 5: Track Everything (19:40) It Comes Down to Your Identity   Check out the new GYMR Podcast on iTunes! Thanks for listening t

Starting every Wednesday of the week, I’m bringing you a special “Books + Bars” episode. Expect either an excerpt from one of my books, or a lyric from a hot hip-hop song, broken down in a practical way to apply it to our everyday lives. Books influence me. Bars influence me. Get ready for a fresh new take on the Sports Motivation Podcast. Title: "As A Man Thinketh" Author: James Allen Chapter: "Thought and Purpose" Page: 39 Grab the book on Amazon, HERE: http://amzn.to/2sBu3Eo

You’ve done a lot so you deserve to be exhausted, right? Even your friends gas you up on your hard work, so you decide to yourself a break… Be CAREFUL guys. Remember the ultimate prize that you seek; and remember that you got the juice to wake up every day to put in your best efforts to advance yourself. Reward yourself for your small wins, then continue to keep pushing. Become a machine. AVOID THE BURNOUT! Go get that trophy. Aight? Time Stamps: (1:20) Peep the GYMR PODCAST (2:50) Thank you guys for today’s episode! (5:48) “Burnout” is applicable to EVERYONE (7:09) I’m still figuring out the secrets to many things, but here’s a major key. (9:04) Be really for some realities about “burnout” (9:21) It isn’t the end of the world. (11:13) Do you have solid plans? (12:30) Are you tracking/celebrating your wins? (17:18) Do you know the purpose to what you’re doing? (20:20) Schedule your day intentionally. (24:07) This is why I think you’re burned-out… (and don’t be offended.) (26:34) People will gas you up. (31:2

The last episode to our KEYS TO BEING FEARLESS mini-series, focuses on how to separate yourself from everyone else. Some people in your life will slowly drift away, while others must be removed from your environment. We must be self-reliant, so let me show you how. After listening, play this mini-series again from the top! Time Stamps: (1:32) A brief recap… (3:45) Today’s topic can be viewed as a reality check (3:55) The masses, are afraid of change | The “inconsistency avoidance bias” (5:40) If what you will do is significant, expect haters and people who don’t understand. (6:35) Ralph Waldo Emerson’s, “Essays on Self-Reliance” (8:02) Reality: Some of your friends/family will fall off. (8:23) Deal with it, Pt. 1: Gain clarity with yourself (9:09) Deal with it, Pt. 2: All in, no money out. (9:21) Deal with it, Pt. 3: Find a power circle. (9:48) Deal with it, Pt. 4: Ignore the opinions that don’t matter. (10:52) Deal with it, Pt. 5: Listen and value the opinions of leaders. (11:18) Deal with it, Pt. 6: Learn