MTC 014: Gary Chupik | Unlocking Elite Mindset and Peak Performance
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
Release Date: 08/05/2025
MTC 016: TJ Dillashaw | 2x UFC Champ on Winning Mindset, Fear, Flow and Peak Performance
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
In this episode of the Move the Chains podcast, host Ryan Munsey speaks with former UFC World Champion TJ Dillashaw about his journey from a world-class athlete to an entrepreneur and business owner. Dillashaw shares insights on the mindset required for peak performance, the importance of embracing fear, and the lessons learned throughout his career. He shares how learning to win in sports has helped in his business pursuits and the importance of consistency in achieving success. The conversation also explores Dillashaw's take on living a healthy lifestyle and the vision for his company, Wild...
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MTC 015: Solo Episode | Is Carnivore the Optimal Human Diet For Longevity?
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
In this episode of the Move the Chains Podcast, Ryan Munsey delves into his experiences with the Carnivore Diet, discussing its benefits, the science behind nutrition, and the historical context of dietary recommendations. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between nutrition science and policy, critiques the Standard American Diet, and presents compelling arguments for a meat-based diet. I share my personal journey, the setup for my current carnivore diet, and the potential health benefits associated with it, including reduced inflammation, better metabolic health,...
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MTC 014: Gary Chupik | Unlocking Elite Mindset and Peak Performance
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
In this episode of the Move the Chains podcast, host Ryan Munsey speaks with mental performance coach Gary Chupik about the critical role of self-leadership in achieving high performance in sports and business. The conversation emphasizes that effective leadership begins with leading oneself and understanding individual strengths to foster a thriving environment. Ryan Munsey and Gary Chupik delve into the concepts of resilience and anti-fragility, emphasizing the importance of not just returning to baseline after adversity but thriving beyond it. They discuss the importance of motivation, the...
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MTC 013: Dr. Jay Wiles | HRV, Recovery and Performance
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
Dr. Jay Wiles is an internationally recognized speaker, scientist, clinician, and leading authority on stress physiology, human performance, and health optimization. As a clinical health and performance psychologist, he specializes in heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback, psychophysiology, and nervous system resilience, helping individuals master their mental and physiological states to achieve peak performance. In this episode of the Move the Chains podcast, host Ryan Munsey interviews Dr. Jay Wiles, an expert in heart rate variability (HRV) and nervous system resilience. They discuss the...
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MTC 012: Joe Coniglio | NFL Coach on Leadership and Building Culture
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
In this episode of the Move the Chains podcast, host Ryan Munsey interviews Joe Coniglio, linebackers coach for the Los Angeles Rams. They discuss the importance of building relationships for effective communication, the need for fluidity and honesty in coaching, and the concept of calling players up rather than out. Joe shares insights on player development, the significance of mindset and accountability, and how to foster a competitive yet supportive team environment. He emphasizes the importance of having hard conversations with players and the role of purpose in coaching. The conversation...
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MTC 011: Solo Episode | Wedges, Kobe, and Comfort
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
In this solo episode, I'm sharing three tips and strategies to help you train your brain for success so you can unlock high performance. First, you'll learn how to avoid impulse reactions and decisions by using "wedges" as tools to separate stimulus from response. Building this habit of using these mental pauses increases control, reduces stress, and strengthens discipline. Next, I'll share one my favorite wedge questions - an easy mindset strategy that will help you train yourself to think like an elite athlete, by shifting our perspective and reframing a situation to explore how our...
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MTC 010: Yair Klyman | Unlocking Financial Literacy
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
In this episode of the Move the Chains podcast, Ryan Munsey interviews Yair Klyman, a financial strategist and founder of Klyman Financial. They discuss the importance of financial literacy, strategies for overcoming debt, and the significance of aligning personal values with financial goals. Yair shares insights on creating generational wealth, common financial mistakes, and how to determine the best investment strategies for you. This conversation emphasizes the need for curiosity and proactive behavior in managing finances, as well as the balance between consumption and creation in today's...
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MTC 009: Brian Barney | Winning Mindset & Building A Life Around Your Passion
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
My guest on the Move The Chains Podcast this week is my buddy Brian Barney, a professional bowhunter who writes for Eastman’s Hunting Journal and hosts the Eastman’s Elevated Podcast. We discuss Brian's journey of turning his love for hunting into a lifestyle, the importance of self-investment, overcoming fear, and achieving financial freedom. Brian shares insights on developing an unbeatable mindset, mastering skills, maintaining a positive attitude, and the significance of timing and strategy in both hunting and life. He emphasizes the value of consistency (Move The Chains!) and...
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MTC 008: Tim Shields | Leadership, Mastery, and Limited Thinking
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
In this episode of the Move the Chains podcast, Ryan Munsey interviews Tim Shields, a writer and collaborator at the intersection of science and consciousness. They discuss the importance of self-talk, visualization, and the journey of personal growth through something Tim calls dream tethering. Tim shares his experiences with mentors, the significance of discipline in achieving goals, and the role of leadership in fostering an expansive presence for others. The conversation emphasizes the need for internal healing and self-awareness as foundational elements for effective leadership and...
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MTC 007: Dena Ali | The Surprising Power of Environment on Mental Health
Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey
In this episode of the Move the Chains Podcast, Ryan Munsey speaks with Dena Ali, a battalion chief with the Raleigh (NC) Fire Department and mental wellness advocate for first responders. Dena is also the Program Manager for Behavioral Health for the First Responder Center For Excellence, and the author of the Fire Engineering bestselling book Hope out of Darkness ~ A Guide to First Responder Mental Wellness. They discuss the importance of understanding mental health struggles through the lens of environmental factors rather than personal blame. The conversation emphasizes the...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Move the Chains podcast, host Ryan Munsey speaks with mental performance coach Gary Chupik about the critical role of self-leadership in achieving high performance in sports and business. The conversation emphasizes that effective leadership begins with leading oneself and understanding individual strengths to foster a thriving environment.
Ryan Munsey and Gary Chupik delve into the concepts of resilience and anti-fragility, emphasizing the importance of not just returning to baseline after adversity but thriving beyond it. They discuss the importance of motivation, the leadership pyramid, and the need for simplicity in communication. Gary shares insights on crisis management and the significance of continuous coaching for maintaining excellence.
They also discuss the significance of pre-determining actions to enhance performance, the necessity of scheduling feelings to maintain focus, and the critical role of language in shaping mindset. The conversation culminates in timeless truths for achieving an elite mindset, highlighting the importance of optimism over mere positivity, and the two key ways to build confidence: preparation and proving oneself.
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Personal Journey
- 05:47 The Importance of Self-Leadership
- 09:41 The Leadership Pyramid Explained
- 15:22 Organizational Leadership and Vision
- 19:55 Simplicity in Execution and Goal Setting
- 22:57 Mental Health and Performance Assessment
- 28:32 Identifying and Utilizing Strengths
- 32:02 The Illusion of Choice in Performance
- 35:51 Emotional Control in High-Pressure Situations
- 41:20 Focusing on the Present Moment
- 44:42 The Role of Language in Leadership
- 50:22 Positivity vs. Optimism in Performance
- 53:37 Daily Practices for Success
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