E318: Adam Peaty

Adam Peaty: Overcoming My Darkest Moment, Nearly Quitting Swimming & Learning from Gordon Ramsay (E318)

We’re thrilled to welcome back Olympic gold medalist Adam Peaty to High Performance. In this episode, Adam returns for an honest and raw conversation about his extraordinary journey, sharing moments of triumph, vulnerability, and resilience.

Adam speaks openly with Jake and Damian about the challenges he faced in the run up to the Paris Olympics, uncovering the mental and emotional struggles that followed. He recounts the moment he acknowledged his struggles, the steps he took to rebuild himself, and how he coped with feeling broken.

He also reflects on the role of faith in helping him navigate some of his darkest times. From valuable advice from figures like Holly and Gordon Ramsay to practical tips for parents and coaches on fostering joy in young athletes, Adam shares the hard-earned wisdom he’s gained along the way.

This episode explores the mindset of a champion, the reality of defeat, and what it truly means to rise again.