This is The Line. The show for anyone who wants to reach their full potential. Every week, Dr Kristen Holmes gives you next level access to athletes, coaches, and experts, and together they solve the hardest problems facing high performers and break them down into actionable steps, tools, and mindsets so that you can step over any line. Instagram: @theline.show
What this show covers
resiliencemindsetcognitive declinestress managementbrain healthexerciseneuroplasticityconfidencepeak performanceself-trustEnhanced Gameselite sportperformance enhancementrecovery sciencesports ethics
What listeners will find here
Can exercise and stress control actually protect your brain?
Brain health takes center stage as Dr. Majid Fotuhi explains how exercise, VO2 max, stress management, diet, and mental challenge may help prevent cognitive decline. The episode focuses on five practical pillars for improving memory, focus, energy, and long-term brain performance.
Why high performers doubt themselves—and the 3 habits that can change it
Confidence, mindset, and peak performance are the focus as Dr Shadé Zahrai joins Dr Kristen Holmes to unpack why high achievers overthink, self-criticize, and get stuck. The episode centers on practical habits for building self-trust, resilience, and clearer focus.
Can drug-enhanced sport be safer, fairer, and faster than the current system?
Performance-enhancing drugs in sport are the focus as Enhanced Games CEO Maximilian Martin joins Dr. Kristen Holmes to argue for a new model of elite competition. The episode explores safety, fairness, recovery, record-breaking performances, and whether enhancement could reshape the future of sport.
Why most runners sabotage marathon pace—and how 80/20 can fix it
Marathon training takes center stage as Matt Fitzgerald joins Dr. Kristen Holmes to explain the 80/20 method, smarter pacing, and better self-regulation. The conversation looks at why many runners train too hard, how elite principles translate to everyday athletes, and what consistency really requires.
From catastrophic injury to world No. 2: Noelle Lambert-Beirne’s elite comeback
Noelle Lambert-Beirne shares how a moped accident at 19 led her from amputation to becoming a top Paralympic sprinter and long jumper. The episode focuses on recovery, identity, training with a prosthetic, and the mindset required to adapt, compete, and keep going after setbacks.
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