In this powerful episode, the Cognitive Fitness Coach and Coach Chris Gingrich dive deep into mental resilience, peak performance, and navigating life’s toughest transitions. With shared experiences in Naval Special Warfare, they discuss how high-stakes military training—like survival school and parachute qualifications—shaped their ability to overcome adversity.

Chris opens up about his challenging transition after 18 years of service, facing divorce and struggles with alcohol, and how he found healing through cold water immersion and coaching.

Together, they break down practical strategies for cultivating unshakable confidence, mastering breathwork, and embracing discomfort as a tool for growth.

They also explore the science behind cold exposure, its benefits for stress reduction and mental clarity, and how anyone—whether an athlete, a Special Operations candidate, or a busy professional—can integrate these techniques into daily life.

Key Topics Covered:

• High-performance lessons from military training
• Overcoming life’s toughest transitions & finding purpose
• Confidence-building strategies used by elite performers
• The mental & physical benefits of cold water immersion
• Simple, actionable daily habits to build resilience

If you’re looking to strengthen your mindset, optimize performance, and unlock your full potential, this episode is a must-listen.

Tune in now and take the first step toward mastering your mental resilience!

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