The Apex Mindset

The Apex Mindset Podcast explores what it means to pursue peak performance; mentally, physically, and spiritually.Each episode uncovers the habits, faith, and endurance behind high achievers, leaders, and outliers who've turned challenge into growth. Whether it's a conversation with an expert or a personal reflection from the journey, the goal is the same: to help you build the mindset to RISE, PURSUE, and CONQUER.Expect raw interviews, practical insights, honest gear reviews, and behind-the-scenes motivation, all designed to help you build discipline, sharpen focus, and live relentless.

The Apex Mindset is a health podcast hosted by Ethan Peal, with 25 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Ethan Peal hosts The Apex Mindset, a health show with 25 episodes published.

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  Episode #24

  The Best Road-to-Trail Shoes Ever Invented? | Mount to Coast H1 Review | Apex Mindset Podcast

  Aug 10, 202624 minS2

  I was looking for a true road-to-trail hybrid shoe for my morning trail runs, something with more stability than my Hoka Mach X2s without the stiffness of technical trail shoes like the Merrell Agility Peak 5. That's how I ended up with the Mount to Coast H1. In this episode of Beyond the Gear on The Apex Mindset, I'm stripping down the Mount to Coast H1—from its Kevlar-reinforced upper and TUNEDFIT lacing system to the CircleCELL foam and Versagrip outsole. We'll cover the brand's origins, how ultramarathoners have tested these shoes over 90,000+ miles, and whether or not this is genuinely the best hybrid running shoe on the market. I'm not an ultra-runner (yet), but wearing these shoes makes me want to be one. Chapters: 00:00 - Why I Needed the Mount to Coast H1 03:15 - Hunting Down the Right Shoe: How the MTC H1 Found Me 06:01 - Who is Mount to Coast? A New Legend 07:02 - Ultrarunners Who Set the Stage in the H1's 08:12 - How I Became a Mount to Coast Loyalist 10:51 - Specs, Features, Fit & Performance 19:57 - Who Should Buy This Shoe? 21:52 - Final Thoughts & Outro Read the Full Blog Review: https://www.ethanpeal.com/post/mount-to-coast-h1-review-the-trail-shoe-making-me-want-to-run-ultras Follow Me: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ethan_peal/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ethanpealofficial TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ethan.peal X - https://x.com/ethanApeal Check Out The Podcast: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-apex-mindset/id1852608925 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6DdlrwowYGB8tRlikrtKIW?si=c81ca8269c5c4c88 Resources: Mount to Coast Official Site: https://mounttocoast.com Full Lab Review: https://runrepeat.com/mount-to-coast-h-1 #MounttoCoast #trailrunning #shoereview​

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  Episode #23

  What 40+ Years in a Comic Shop Actually Teaches You | Culture, Collecting & Success with Robert Mora

  Mar 30, 20261h 38mS2

  <p>Welcome to The Apex Mindset Podcast!</p> <p>In this episode, I sit down with Robert Mora, owner of Star Comics, a shop that's been part of the Lubbock community for 40+ years and a cornerstone of pop culture collecting in West Texas.</p> <p>From growing up around comics to building a store that has adapted through decades of industry shifts, Robert shares the real story behind what it takes to survive—and thrive—in a world where trends, customers, and entire markets are constantly evolving. We dive into the business of comics and collectibles, from high-end statues and dist...

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  Episode #22

  Decades as a Professional Musician & Educator | The Life & Lessons of John Reid

  Mar 3, 20261h 15mS2

  <p>Welcome to The Apex Mindset Podcast!</p> <p>In this episode, I sit down with my friend and bass teacher, John Reid, a professor and performing professional musician whose journey through sound, stages, classrooms, and studios has shaped more players than most people will ever realize. From discovering Steppenwolf and choosing the low end, to navigating early bands, career pivots, and the realities of making a life in music, John shares the moments that defined him, playing bass as a left-hander in a right-handed world, and the musicians who influenced his path.</p> <p>We talk groove vs. technique...

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  Episode #21

  Life Behind The Mic: From Radio Personality to Director of Marketing with Cody West | Apex Mindset Podcast

  Feb 2, 20261h 11mS2

  <p>Welcome to the Apex Mindset Podcast!</p> <p>In this Episode of The Roundtable, I sat down with Cody West, Director of Marketing at Wylie & Son, Inc. Owner & Broadcaster at West 11 Sports and ex-Radio DJ with over 20 years behind the mic ...</p> <p>Radio shaped Cody's voice, discipline, and understanding of community. From owning a station to building West 11 Sports to navigating the rise of streaming and smartphones, this episode follows Cody's journey of adaptation and reinvention. We also explore the philosophy of advertising, the power of storytelling, and how those lessons carried directly into his transition into marketing...

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  Episode #20

  DUNES - My Story, Running My First 10k Through The West Texas Sandhills | Apex Mindset Podcast

  Jan 30, 20261h 33mS2

  <p>DUNES is a short documentary telling the story of my first 10K race through the sands of West Texas at Monahans Sandhills State Park.</p> <p>This wasn't just a race. Running a 10K in sand tests more than your legs, it exposes your mindset, your preparation, and your purpose. In this film, I break down what it takes to step into longer distances, the mental and physical demands of racing, and the lessons learned along the way.</p> <p>From learning the structure of distance races to navigating race-day nerves, weather, gear, and strategy, DUNES follows the run...

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