Your body gives out long before your mind has to. The question is whether your mind is trained to take over when it does.
In this episode, Dan Metcalfe joins professional cyclist Lewis Askey who breaks down the mindset behind competing in the world’s toughest races. The lesson is simple but powerful. The race is never over until it’s over and those who stay mentally present are the ones who create opportunities others miss.
We talk about real performance, staying focused for hours, adapting instantly when things go wrong, and turning setbacks into momentum. No hype. Just clarity, discipline, and execution.
When pressure rises, your mindset decides the outcome.
Take this with you. The version of you that stays locked in will always go further. Tune in to the full episode of Born SuperHuman: Train Your Mind to Conquer Life’s Hardest Races with Lewis Askey.
About Lewis Askey
Lewis Askey is a 24-year-old British professional cyclist with Groupama–FDJ. A junior national champion and Grand Tour finisher, he is widely regarded as Britain’s leading classics specialist for the next decade. His Paris-Roubaix 2025 performance, 13th after a 70km chase-back from a puncture, announced his arrival at the sport’s highest level.
Connect with Lewis Askey:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/p/Lewis-Askey-100063679267743/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/lewis_askey/
About Dan Metcalfe
Dan Metcalfe is the founder and host of Born SuperHuman and a pioneer in human performance. From performing for millions in Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber productions to serving as Head Coach of the USA Olympic Development Program, his journey has been anything but conventional.
After a devastating stage accident in Las Vegas left him paralyzed — and a 2018 cycling accident resulted in partial brain death — doctors predicted lifelong disability. He proved them wrong.
Through deep study of neuroscience, neuroplasticity, and natural healing, Dan discovered the brain’s extraordinary ability to rebuild when given the right support. He went on to create the 60uP Total Balance System and develop the Total Balance Mobility method, helping thousands worldwide reclaim strength, balance, and control.
His philosophy is simple:
We are all Born SuperHuman.
Connect with Dan Metcalfe:
Website: https://bornsuperhuman.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bornsuperhuman
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danmetcalfe11/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danmetcalfe_official
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BornSuperHuman
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bornsuperhuman
Your body gives out long before your mind has to. The question is whether your mind is trained to take over when it does.
In this episode, Dan Metcalfe joins professional cyclist Lewis Askey who breaks down the mindset behind competing in the world’s toughest races. At only 24 years of age, and the Champion of the Junior Paris Roubaix, Lewis has already raced in the Tour De France, Vuelta Espana and Giro D’Italia. In 2026 he finished 13th as the youngest rider and first British rider across the line. But what was even more incredible is that Lewis’ time was faster than all previous 122 winners.
The lesson is simple but powerful. The race is never over until it’s over and those who stay mentally present are the ones who create opportunities others miss.
We talk about real performance, staying focused for hours, adapting instantly when things go wrong, and turning setbacks into momentum. The mindset is that of a champion and the sotris shared, the details showcased and the passion is awe-inspiring. No hype. Just clarity, discipline, and execution. When pressure rises, your mindset decides the outcome. Take this with you. The version of you that stays locked in will always go further. Watch the full episode of Born SuperHuman: Train Your Mind to Conquer Life’s Hardest Races with Lewis Askey.
About Lewis Askey Lewis Askey is a Professional Cyclist with his current team name Tour De France racer / Junior Paris Roubaix Winner, 13th in 2026 Paris Roubaix, and raced all 3 grand tours at the young age of only 24. A junior national champion and Grand Tour finisher, he is widely regarded as Britain’s leading classics specialist for the next decade. His Paris-Roubaix 2025 performance, 13th after a 70km chase-back from a puncture, announced his arrival at the sport’s highest level.
Connect with Lewis Askey: FB:
/ lewis-askey-100063679267743 IG:
/ lewis_askey
About Dan Metcalfe Dan Metcalfe is the founder and host of Born SuperHuman and a pioneer in human performance. From performing for millions in Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber productions to serving as Head Coach of the USA Olympic Development Program, his journey has been anything but conventional. After a devastating stage accident in Las Vegas left him paralyzed — and a 2018 cycling accident resulted in partial brain death — doctors predicted lifelong disability. He proved them wrong. Through deep study of neuroscience, neuroplasticity, and natural healing, Dan discovered the brain’s extraordinary ability to rebuild when given the right support. He went on to create the Total Balance System and develop the revolutionary Total Balance Mobility Metcalfe Method – helping thousands worldwide reclaim strength, balance, and control. His philosophy is simple: We are all Born SuperHuman.
Connect with Dan Metcalfe: Website: https://bornsuperhuman.com Facebook:
/ bornsuperhuman LinkedIn:
/ danmetcalfe11 Instagram:
/ danmetcalfe_official YouTube:
/ @bornsuperhuman TikTok:
/ bornsuperhuman