Episode
Georges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
1:46:37
Published: Mon Jun 28 2021
Description
“Fighting is unbearable, I do it because of what it provides me. But bigger the risk, bigger the reward.”Today's guest is Georges St-Pierre, who is well known as the undisputed G-O-A-T of combat sports, UFC record holder for most wins in title bouts, and all-time best pound-for-pound MMA fighter in the history of the world. Georges St-Pierre has now also made his arrival into Hollywood permanent, reprising his original breakout role as “Batroc the Leaper” in Marvel’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier, for the long-awaited “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” TV miniseries.In this episode Lewis and Georges discuss how GSP’s childhood bullies shaped him into who he is today, why it’s so hard to let go of ego, why Georges never enjoyed fighting, how fasting has transformed his health, why he chooses an animal-based diet, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1129Check out his website: www.gspofficial.com/ The Wim Hof Experience: Mindset Training, Power Breathing, and Brotherhood: https://link.chtbl.com/910-podA Scientific Guide to Living Longer, Feeling Happier & Eating Healthier with Dr. Rhonda Patrick: https://link.chtbl.com/967-podThe Science of Sleep for Ultimate Success with Shawn Stevenson: https://link.chtbl.com/896-pod
Chapters
On this podcast, UFC legend Georges Saint-Pierre discusses the impact of his childhood bullies on his life, the value of hard work, and his lack of enjoyment in fighting.
00:00 - 05:30 (05:30)
Summary
On this podcast, UFC legend Georges Saint-Pierre discusses the impact of his childhood bullies on his life, the value of hard work, and his lack of enjoyment in fighting.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Former UFC fighter Georges St-Pierre shares about how playing mind games with his opponents has helped him in his fighting career and how being bullied as a child helped him handle the mental warfare of mixed martial arts.
05:31 - 09:15 (03:44)
Summary
Former UFC fighter Georges St-Pierre shares about how playing mind games with his opponents has helped him in his fighting career and how being bullied as a child helped him handle the mental warfare of mixed martial arts.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
UFC fighter talks about how he prepares for fights, including not training with his regular partner and recreating a challenging environment.
09:15 - 16:05 (06:49)
Summary
UFC fighter talks about how he prepares for fights, including not training with his regular partner and recreating a challenging environment. He also admits to feeling doubt and anxiety before fights.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker shares his personal belief and experience in using rituals to prepare or let go of something.
16:05 - 20:29 (04:24)
Summary
The speaker shares his personal belief and experience in using rituals to prepare or let go of something. He believes that through physical gestures and emotional manifestation, one can move forward from past experiences and emotions.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
UFC Hall of Famer Matt Serra discusses the concept of tapping out in martial arts and how it requires setting aside your ego and being strategic in your approach.
20:29 - 26:14 (05:44)
Summary
UFC Hall of Famer Matt Serra discusses the concept of tapping out in martial arts and how it requires setting aside your ego and being strategic in your approach.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the power of visualization and how it can help individuals in various situations.
26:14 - 30:16 (04:01)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the power of visualization and how it can help individuals in various situations.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Learn how to build your confidence and play fearlessly even when you feel doubtful.
30:16 - 33:41 (03:25)
Summary
Learn how to build your confidence and play fearlessly even when you feel doubtful. It's important to work hard and prepare yourself so that you can overcome any fears and believe in your abilities.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
George St-Pierre talks about his struggles with fear and how it has affected his performance throughout his life, including in the octagon.
33:41 - 38:50 (05:08)
Summary
George St-Pierre talks about his struggles with fear and how it has affected his performance throughout his life, including in the octagon.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A discussion on the psychological and physical benefits of hitting pads, including personal anecdotes and experiences.
38:50 - 42:01 (03:11)
Summary
A discussion on the psychological and physical benefits of hitting pads, including personal anecdotes and experiences.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Dr. Valter Longo discusses how fasting can help with weight loss and inflammation while also prolonging lifespan.
42:01 - 45:00 (02:58)
Summary
Dr. Valter Longo discusses how fasting can help with weight loss and inflammation while also prolonging lifespan. He shares his personal experience with fasting and its benefits.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker discusses his previous struggles with food addiction, particularly with pizza and ice cream, and how he was able to overcome it through fasting.
45:00 - 49:30 (04:30)
Summary
The speaker discusses his previous struggles with food addiction, particularly with pizza and ice cream, and how he was able to overcome it through fasting.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker shares his unconventional eating habits, including bone marrow, grass-fed meat, free-range eggs, and wild catch fish, aiming for optimal health benefits.
49:32 - 52:46 (03:14)
Summary
The speaker shares his unconventional eating habits, including bone marrow, grass-fed meat, free-range eggs, and wild catch fish, aiming for optimal health benefits.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker discusses controversial topics such as eating vegetables and breaking rules without breaking the law.
52:46 - 56:09 (03:22)
Summary
The speaker discusses controversial topics such as eating vegetables and breaking rules without breaking the law.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The lifespan of animals is not solely dependent on their diet as herbivores tend to live longer than carnivores, although there are exceptions such as the Greenland shark which lives up to 500 years.
56:09 - 1:00:40 (04:30)
Summary
The lifespan of animals is not solely dependent on their diet as herbivores tend to live longer than carnivores, although there are exceptions such as the Greenland shark which lives up to 500 years.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker talks about his belief in putting himself through structured pain on a daily basis and his experience with cold water therapy, which he believes helps boost his well-being, although there is no strong data to support it.
1:00:40 - 1:04:09 (03:29)
Summary
The speaker talks about his belief in putting himself through structured pain on a daily basis and his experience with cold water therapy, which he believes helps boost his well-being, although there is no strong data to support it.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast discusses Wim Hof's breathing techniques that involve taking long, powerful inhales and exhales through the nose to help the body heal itself.
1:04:09 - 1:07:43 (03:33)
Summary
The podcast discusses Wim Hof's breathing techniques that involve taking long, powerful inhales and exhales through the nose to help the body heal itself. Wim Hof's feats of climbing mountains in shorts have gained notoriety in recent years.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The host explains the importance of nasal breathing for both men and women, comparing the nose to the ears.
1:07:43 - 1:10:04 (02:20)
Summary
The host explains the importance of nasal breathing for both men and women, comparing the nose to the ears.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this podcast, the speaker highlights the significance of knowing the reason behind one's success, admitting that while people may be aware of what works for them, they tend to overlook the reason behind it.
1:10:04 - 1:12:36 (02:31)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker highlights the significance of knowing the reason behind one's success, admitting that while people may be aware of what works for them, they tend to overlook the reason behind it.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The guest feels privileged to have had the adventure of life that he's had, with the opportunity to do what he wants with the people he wants.
1:12:36 - 1:17:54 (05:18)
Summary
The guest feels privileged to have had the adventure of life that he's had, with the opportunity to do what he wants with the people he wants. The conversation also touches on how being determined mentally is key to achieving goals despite obstacles in one's life.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A UFC fighter shares advice about earning potential in the industry and the importance of age in making financial decisions.
1:17:54 - 1:20:51 (02:56)
Summary
A UFC fighter shares advice about earning potential in the industry and the importance of age in making financial decisions.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A former professional athlete advises kids to pursue their dreams in sports but underscores the importance of staying in school, emphasizing that education can also lead them to success.
1:20:51 - 1:23:15 (02:23)
Summary
A former professional athlete advises kids to pursue their dreams in sports but underscores the importance of staying in school, emphasizing that education can also lead them to success.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Strongman Eddie Hall discusses his decision to retire from competing to be the strongest man and potentially fight Oscar De La Hoya in a boxing match.
1:23:15 - 1:28:28 (05:12)
Summary
Strongman Eddie Hall discusses his decision to retire from competing to be the strongest man and potentially fight Oscar De La Hoya in a boxing match.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The key to facing challenges is to build a team of qualified and trustworthy individuals.
1:28:28 - 1:33:17 (04:49)
Summary
The key to facing challenges is to build a team of qualified and trustworthy individuals. When building a team, it's important to prioritize trust alongside qualifications.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A professional MMA fighter talks about how he's also pursuing acting by taking classes and is fortunate to have many projects in the works.
1:33:17 - 1:35:42 (02:24)
Summary
A professional MMA fighter talks about how he's also pursuing acting by taking classes and is fortunate to have many projects in the works.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker stresses that living in the present is crucial for happiness and having a healthy mind and body is essential.
1:35:42 - 1:40:06 (04:23)
Summary
The speaker stresses that living in the present is crucial for happiness and having a healthy mind and body is essential. Accomplishing dreams and having a happy family is inevitable when one maintains a healthy lifestyle.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Two athletes discuss their goals and priorities, emphasizing that success is not solely defined by winning championships but can also be found in happiness and personal fulfillment.
1:40:06 - 1:44:47 (04:41)
Summary
Two athletes discuss their goals and priorities, emphasizing that success is not solely defined by winning championships but can also be found in happiness and personal fulfillment.
EpisodeGeorges St-Pierre: Kill Your Ego, Transform Your Health & Build Self-Confidence EP 1129
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Learn how to overcome adversity and improve your life by taking one thing from each episode of this podcast featuring inspiring individuals from various disciplines.
1:44:47 - 1:46:20 (01:33)
Summary
Learn how to overcome adversity and improve your life by taking one thing from each episode of this podcast featuring inspiring individuals from various disciplines. Receive valuable lessons on training your mind and body to be prepared for any challenge that comes your way.