
The Line with Dr Kristen Holmes
The Line is a podcast hosted by Dr. Kristen Holmes that aims to help listeners reach their full potential. Each week, she interviews athletes, coaches, and experts to tackle the toughest challenges faced by high performers. The show breaks down these challenges into actionable steps, tools, and mindsets, empowering listeners to overcome any obstacle.
Episodes
Gold Medal Mindset: The 3 Habits That Will Unlock Your Full Potential with Dr Shadé Zahrai
Why do high performers struggle with self-doubt? Behavioural expert, Dr Shadé Zahrai, joins Dr Kristen Holmes to explain confidence, mindset, and the 3 core habits behind peak performance.
In this episode, Dr Shadé breaks down the reasons we overthink and self criticize, and why so many people stay stuck in victim mindsets. She shares practical tools to build self-trust, improve resilience, man
Your Brain is Shrinking! (And the 5 Steps to Save It): #1 Neuroscientist Dr Majid Fotuhi
Can exercise prevent brain decline? Leading neurologist, Dr. Majid Fotuhi, joins us to reveal how neuroplasticity and improving your VO2 max can actually prevent Alzheimer’s. Discover how to boost brain performance and sharpen cognitive function through simple habits.
This episode breaks down why stress and junk food might be shrinking your brain and the 5 simple pillars of brain health everyon
How Losing My Leg Made Me #2 In The World: "I Am Not My Disability"
What would you do if you lost your leg at 19?
Noelle Lambert-Beirne, US Paralympian sprinter and long jumper, shares her journey from a life-changing moped accident to competing on the world stage, revealing mindset, recovery, and elite performance lessons.
In this episode, Noelle walks through how she rebuilt her life and identity through sport, learning to train, compete, and perform wit
Unlock Your Fastest Marathon Yet: The Method That Will Fix Your Pacing!
Are you chasing a marathon PB? Or just want to improve your running?
Matt Fitzgerald, runner, author and marathon coach behind the 80/20 training method, joins Dr Kristen Holmes to share proven marathon training advice, endurance strategies, and how to run faster by training smarter. In this episode, Matt breaks down why most runners train too hard, how to apply the 80/20 rule, and why pacing
Why 50% of "Clean" Athletes Are Lying! Will the Enhanced Games Fix It?
Should performance-enhancing drugs be allowed in sport?
Enhanced Games CEO, Maximilian Martin, explains how athletes like James Magnussen and Kristian Gkolomeev are breaking records using performance-enhancing protocols. Joining Dr Kristen Holmes, he explores recovery, safety, fairness, and the future of elite competition. From anti-doping rules to athlete longevity, this episode unpacks the sci
Your Ego Is Holding You Back! 3 Steps To Achieve Inner Excellence (it worked for AJ Brown!)
What is the key to reaching your potential? Your ego and obsession with results might actually be the problem!
In this episode, mental performance coach Jim Murphy explains the "Inner Excellence" mindset famously used by NFL stars like AJ Brown on the sidelines. Jim and Dr Kristen Holmes break down the 3 pillars behind peak performance, why being totally present in the moment matters more than th
You Need To Control These 5 Things If You Want To See Results: Advice From A World Leading Trainer
Do you want to train like World Champion CrossFit athletes, Mat Fraser or Katrín Davíðsdóttir? Coach Ben Bergeron explains what it takes to be world champion.
In this episode Ben Bergeron breaks down the importance of discipline, emotional regulation, and his 4-step hierarchy of progress to help athletes of all levels. He dives into his non-negotiable habits and how they have shaped his trainin
Steph Curry's Coach Reveals the Drills that Made Him The GOAT
What makes Steph Curry the best shooter in the NBA? Coach Brandon Payne explains the habits and systems behind the player.
Steph Curry’s trainer and basketball performance coach, Brandon Payne, explains how elite players process faster, train smarter, and stay dominant. He shares how his formula has built Steph Curry, Trae Young and Azzi Fudd’s fundamental skills, and why accountability and commu
How To Get Your Sub 3 Marathon! The 80/20 Rule Every Runner Should Know
Master your marathon preparation with world-leading running coach Jeff Cunningham. With extensive experience coaching elite runners and athletes, like Nick Bare, to sub-3-hour marathons, Jeff explains his key tips for optimizing your training program and the power of his DIVN framework. In this episode with Dr. Kristen Holmes, Jeff unpacks the 80/20 easy-running rule, simple fueling strategies, an
Could George Russell and Mercedes Become Champions? 2026 F1 Predictions
Claire Williams is the former Team Principal at Williams, a Drive to Survive analyst, and one of the most respected voices in Formula One. In this episode with Dr. Kristen Holmes, she goes inside the biggest recent shake-up of F1: the 2026 rule changes that could flip the grid. Claire reveals what teams are really facing behind the scenes, whether Max Verstappen could actually walk away, what to e
Dr. Shadé Zahrai: 4 Ways Anyone Can Become More Confident and Beat Self Doubt
Dr. Shadé Zahrai, is a behavioral researcher, performance educator, and leading authority on how to build your confidence. In this insightful conversation with Dr. Kristen Holmes, she deep dives into the four drivers of self-doubt that are hindering high performers from living the life they want. Learn how simple tools like posture, breathwork, and mindset shifts can help you overcome feelings of
Stop Feeling Tired All the Time! Seahawks' Sleep Doctor on the Strategies that Won Super Bowl LX
Sleep physician Dr. Cheri Mah has been the unseen force behind some of the greatest championship teams, including the Super Bowl-winning Seattle Seahawks. With extensive experience working with Olympians, NFL, MLB, and NHL teams, Dr. Mah reveals the powerful connection between sleep and performance. In this conversation with Dr. Kristen Holmes, she shares the impact sleep debt is having on your en
They Said I Was Too Fast To Compete! How Winning Gold Shattered My Paralympic Dreams
When Paralympic gold medalist and world-record sprinter Nick Mayhugh had a seizure at 14, it ended his professional soccer dreams, but he didn’t let it stop him from achieving athletic greatness. In this powerful interview, Nick opens up about what it was like being unexpectedly diagnosed with cerebral palsy, the mindset that won him a gold medal in just 18 months, training with Olympic champion
Maxim Naumov's 2026 Olympic Dream, and How He Kept It After His Parents Death
U.S. figure skater Maxim Naumov opens up about his inspiring path to the 2026 Olympics. From starting on the ice at just 3 years old to the tragedy of losing his parents in the DC Plane Crash, Maxim opens up about the defining moments of his career. Discover how he found the strength to continue skating, his breakthrough moment to make the Olympic Team, and how he stayed resilient through life’s m
Dr. David Spiegel: The Hypnosis Technique Behind the World’s Best Golfers (And How You Can Use It!)
Hypnosis expert explains how hypnosis heals pain, boosts performance & rewires the brain.
Dr. David Spiegel is a world-renowned psychiatrist, Stanford professor, and pioneering researcher in the field of hypnosis. With over four decades of clinical experience and more than 7,000 patients treated, he’s helped redefine how the mind can influence the body. Now, he exposes the science, myths, and m
Victoria's Secret Trainer: The Training Mistakes My Most Famous Clients Make…And How to Fix Them
Joe Holder is not just a renowned fitness coach; he's a Nike Master Trainer, GQ Columnist, and a health innovator who’s redefined fitness for the modern world. With years of experience training iconic supermodels like Naomi Campbell, Bella Hadid, and Romee Strijd, Joe blends athletic training with a deep focus on mental and emotional health, creating a holistic approach that’s changing lives.
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Dopamine Expert: The Framework Anyone Can Use to Rebalance Their Dopamine Levels
Dr. Anna Lembke is a world-leading psychiatrist and addiction expert, known for her groundbreaking work on the relationship between dopamine, addiction, and modern society’s increasing obsession with instant gratification. She’s spent years studying how our brains are being rewired by new substances, social media, and technologies, while helping countless patients break free from their holds.
Simone Biles’ Coach: The Winning Formula Behind History's Greatest Gymnast
Cécile Canqueteau-Landi is the world-renowned coach behind the greatest gymnast of all time: Simone Biles. A former Olympian herself, Cécile has spent over 40 years inside the intense, high-stakes world of elite gymnastics. After guiding stars like Biles and Jordan Chiles to international success, she’s now leading the University of Georgia’s program into a bold new chapter.
In this fascinating
Dr. William Li: Common Nutrition Myths Destroyed by Science! The Reality About What You Should Really Eat
Dr. William Li is a world-renowned doctor, researcher, and bestselling author known for showing how everyday foods can powerfully influence health. His groundbreaking books Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet have transformed how thousands think about nutrition, gut health, and immunity.
Now, in this empowering conversation with Dr. Kristen Holmes, he goes deeper than ever into the si
Ken Rideout: Opioids Controlled My Life for Years Until Running Saved Me!
Ken Rideout is a marathon world champion, winner of the Gobi March, and proud father of four, but he was once struggling with a years-long opioid addiction. In this inspiring episode, he shares his journey through addiction, and how running helped him finally break free from the drugs. Ken shares an unfiltered look at how anyone can turn adversity into purpose and that no matter where you start, y
Michael Jordan’s Meditation Coach: The 1 Mental Skill That Made MJ and Kobe Unstoppable
George Mumford is the mindfulness and meditation coach behind some of the greatest athletes in basketball history: Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal and so many others. He worked alongside Phil Jackson to build some of the most dominant NBA dynasties in the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers.
Now, in this revealing conversation with Dr. Kristen Holmes, George unpacks how his pers
Lioness Jess Carter: America Shocked Me and The Truth About the Euros Abuse!
Jess Carter is one of the most resilient defenders in women’s football, playing for Chelsea FC Women, the England Lionesses, and now Gotham FC. After making her pro debut at just 16, she rose through the ranks to become a Women’s Euros champion, and continues to dominate at the highest levels of international football. But behind the success lies a deeper story. From navigating racism in front of
We Almost Quit in 2022! Aryna Sabalenka’s Coach on the Journey to Be World’s #1 Tennis Player
Jason Stacy is a high performance coach who’s worked with some of the most talented athletes globally. But for the past seven years, he’s focused his career on helping Aryna Sabalenka become the #1 tennis player in the world. Now, Jason joins The Line to share the coaching principles that have fueled Aryna’s success, and how anyone can apply these same strategies to achieve and sustain success in
Neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart: What Your Brain is Trying to Tell You and How to Listen
Dr. Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and senior lecturer at MIT. She is also the New York Times Best-Selling author of The Source and The Signs, where she explores the science behind intuition, manifestation and personal transformation. Now, she’s joining the Line to share groundbreaking insights that turn neuroscience into practical tools for growth and self-mastery.
In this powerfu
Bat Flip Legend José Bautista’s Baseball Journey: His Highlights, Low Points, and Legacy
José Bautista is a 6x MLB All-Star, Toronto Blue Jays legend, and one of baseball’s most iconic power hitters. Known for his historic bat flip and fierce competitiveness, he played 18 seasons in Major League Baseball and redefined hitting in the modern game. Now, he opens up about the moments that made him, broke him, and transformed him, both on and off the field.
In this wide-ranging conversa
Muscle Growth Doctor: 3 by 5 Protocol You Need To Build Your Strength
Dr. Andy Galpin is a world-renowned human performance scientist and coach who’s redefining how we think about strength, longevity, and optimal health. He’s spent years training the world’s more elite athletes from the NFL, NBA, MLB, PGA, Boxing, and Olympics, while also conducting groundbreaking research on human performance. Now, he joins The Line to share his unique perspective on why strength t
Kim Kardashian's Personal Trainer Senada Greca Reveals How Women Should Be Training!
Senada Greca is a top fitness expert and personal trainer who’s transforming the way women approach fitness and nutrition. From working with Kim Kardashian to overcoming her own personal challenges, Senada shares how strength training and consistency can literally change your body and mind. Whether you're looking to build muscle, improve your nutrition, or simply stay motivated, this episode will
Calum Nicholas: What I Learned From F1 Champion Max Verstappen & 10 Years With Red Bull!
Calum Nicholas has had an inside look at some of the most historic moments of Formula One. The former technician at Red Bull Racing spent over a decade traveling with the team, experiencing some of F1’s most intense seasons and dramatic championships. Now he’s now an ambassador, author of Life in the Pit Lane, and a leading voice in making motorsport more diverse.
In this gripping conversation w
NBA Trainer Chris Brickley Reveals the Secret Drills, Workouts, & Stories Behind NBA All-Stars!
Chris Brickley is the go-to trainer for the biggest names in basketball. Starting his career under coaching legends Rick Pitino and Phil Jackson, Chris made bold moves that ultimately set the stage for his breakthrough in the NBA. He’s worked with elite players like LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Kevin Durant, and Donovan Mitchell, shaping their training regimens and taking their games to new heig
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Every week, Dr Kristen Holmes gives you next level access to athletes, coaches, and experts, and together they solve the hardest problems facing high performers and break them down into actionable steps, tools, and mindsets so that you can step over any line.
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