From Injury to Peak Performance: Breathwork, Mindset & High Performance Habits | Aoife Leggett

What does it really take to perform at your best—under pressure, in sport, business, and life? In this episode of the Me & My Health Up Podcast, Anthony Hartcher sits down with performance coach Aoife Leggett to uncover the mindset, breathwork, and daily habits that drive high performance. From recovering from a serious skiing injury to coaching elite riders and professionals, Aoife shares powerful insights on how to build resilience, manage stress, and unlock consistent performance—without burnout. 🔑 In this episode, you’ll learn: How to perform under pressure and stay calm in high-stakes moments A simple breathwork technique to instantly reduce stress Why sleep and nutrition are the true foundations of performance How to break limiting beliefs holding you back The power of small, consistent habits for long-term success Mindset strategies used by elite athletes and coaches Whether you're an athlete, business owner, or simply want to feel and perform better, this episode is packed with practical tools you can apply immediately. 🌍 Connect with Aoife Leggett: Instagram: @aoifeleggettcoach Website: https://360coaching.ie 🎙️ Subscribe for more expert conversations on health, mindset & performance 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Meet Aoife Leggett (Dublin, Ireland) 01:20 From Horses to High Performance Coaching 03:05 Ski Injury That Changed Everything 04:20 Discovering Health, Rehab & Performance 05:30 Transition Into Coaching & Education Journey 06:40 Where to Start Improving Your Health & Performance 08:50 Taking Ownership of Your Life & Habits 10:20 The Power of Pausing & Reflection 11:40 Why Sleep & Nutrition Come First 13:45 Building Habits Through Small Changes 14:30 Limiting Beliefs That Hold You Back 16:00 Negative Self-Talk & Inner Critic 17:30 Performing Under Pressure: Athlete Struggles 18:50 Breathwork for Focus & Calm 21:00 Managing Internal Pressure & Expectations 22:10 Pre-Performance Routines & Sleep Tips 23:50 Simple Breathwork Technique (Vagus Nerve) 25:00 Why Simple Health Habits Work Best 26:30 Horse & Rider Connection: Managing Energy 28:50 What Horses Teach About Awareness & Intuition 31:20 Being Present & Staying Focused 32:35 How to Connect with Aoife Leggett #HighPerformance #MindsetMatters #Breathwork #PeakPerformance #MentalHealth #SelfImprovement #PerformanceCoaching #StressManagement #HealthyHabits #WellnessJourney #AthleteMindset #PersonalDevelopment #SleepOptimisation #Resilience #Podcast