The Mindset for Longevity | Gabby Reece & Laird Hamilton Interview
In this episode, Host Don Saladino sits down with legendary athletes Gabby Reece and Laird Hamilton for a conversation about recovery, longevity, training, and what it takes to continue growing and thriving through every stage of life.
Gabby Reece is a former professional beach volleyball player, bestselling author, and host of The Gabby Reece Show, while Laird Hamilton is widely regarded as one of the greatest big-wave surfers of all time and a pioneer in modern water sports and performance training. Together, Don, Gabby, and Laird explore how their approach to training, recovery, and performance has evolved over the years.
They discuss injuries as teachers, the balance between experience and science, parenting, entrepreneurship, and why longevity is less about chasing extremes and more about developing sustainable habits. They also share their approach to recovery and the mindset that has helped them continue performing, learning, and adapting throughout their lives.
Whether you're focused on improving your fitness, recovering better, or building a healthier and more sustainable approach to performance, this episode offers valuable perspective from two athletes who have spent decades pushing the boundaries of human performance.
Topics Covered:
Recovery practices for longevity and performance
Training and performance as you age
Gabby Reece's approach to fitness and recovery
Laird Hamilton's approach to performance training
Learning from injuries
Experience vs. science in training and recovery
Sustainable habits for long-term health
Mindset and personal growth
Parenting and entrepreneurship
Longevity and healthy aging
Building resilience through every stage of life
How training and recovery evolve over time
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