This week, I’m thrilled to be joined by Brad Shields to discuss how he went from Average to Elite in the context of professional rugby. Brad has gone from playing school boy rugby all the way through to playing for the Hurricanes in Super Rugby, Wasps Rugby in the English Premiership and has also played at the highest level by representing England. I like to think that success leaves clues, so it was awesome to chat with Brad to see what it takes to play at the highest level – we covered everything from goal setting, mentally preparing for games, becoming an effective leader to overcoming setbacks. Needless to say there’s a tonne of information you can pull from today’s podcast in your quest to be the best version of yourself. P.S. Whilst you're here, there's 3 ways I can help you with your athletic development and sports nutrition education: 1) If you're an athlete who wants to eat right to be at your best when it matters the most, check out my 3 month online Athlete Coaching Programme >>> https://chrislowenutrition.com/onlinenutrition/ 2) If you’re a coach who can’t guarantee results but wants to inspire change into the lives of your athletes,  a coach that’s overwhelmed with the plethora of information available and shy away when getting asked questions about nutrition, my 6 month online sports nutrition education and mentorship programme is for you >>> https://chrislowenutrition.com/informed-coach/ 3) If you're an athlete or coach who's fed up of the boring 'healthy eating' and want time efficient, mouth watering, performance enhancing recipes, the Athlete Cook Book has you covered >>> https://chrislowenutrition.com/cookbook/