FastTalk – The Athlete Mindset: How to Train Your Brain for Better Performance

We’re excited to share Dr. Scott Frey’s appearance on the Fast Talk Podcast by Fast Talk Laboratories — a deep dive into the emerging neuroscience behind endurance, fatigue, and athletic performance.

In this compelling conversation, Dr. Frey explains how the brain is not just a passenger in endurance sports — it’s often the primary limiter or unlock.

Key Highlights from the Episode

🧠 Effort Is Perception
Dr. Frey breaks down how the brain interprets effort, fatigue, and pain — and how those interpretations shape pacing, decision-making, and performance under pressure.

🚦 Why Muscles Aren’t the Only Limiter
He explores why even the fittest athletes can underperform if their brain is taxed — and how mental load can silently sabotage a race.

🔁 The Science of Fatigue
You’ll learn why fatigue is not just physical, but cognitive, and how understanding this can change how we train, recover, and race.

🛠 Actionable Insights
From practical training adjustments to the neuroscience behind pacing and pain management, the episode offers clear takeaways for athletes and coaches alike.

Why This Matters

This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to push their limits — not just by training harder, but by training smarter. Dr. Frey explains how system-based brain training is changing the game, helping athletes perform better, longer, and with greater resilience.