The Never Peak Podcast
Dan Toogood »This personal development, well-being, and goal-chasing podcast aims to help you become the best version of yourself. Here at The Never Peak Project, we believe you can always grow in whatever arena of life you apply yourself to.
Greatness is for all of us. This does not mean that we lower expectations, but raise them for everyone. Greatness exists wherever someone is trying to find it.
The goal of this podcast is to add value to the lives of others and help them to Dream Big and Chase Hard,
Dan Toogood is an Amazon International best-selling author, science educator, and triathlete from Saskatoon, Canada. He focused most of his teenage life on being a high-performance athlete in track and cross-country. Today, he competes in sprint and Olympic distance triathlons. After completing a master’s degree in protein biochemistry, the focus of his career pursuits shifted away from research and towards educating and assisting students transitioning to university or who were already in their first year of university. Dan is currently a biology instructor at the Health and Sciences Academy at Bishop James Mahoney High School, a one-of-a-kind program in Canada that offers off-campus university courses to high-school seniors. In his classroom, he aims to pass on the growth mindset and share the many lessons he has learned to allow students to elevate their standards and then push to reach them.
S01E01 - The Olympic Dream
This episode focuses on how much you can change in the next 4 years.
4 years, or 1465 days, is an enormous amount of time to completely change your life and become the champion of your own reality.
S01E02 - What does it mean to Never Peak?
What does it mean to Peak? When did you peak in your life?
This episode explains what The Never Peak Project is and where initially the idea came to me several years ago,
The last few minutes of the episode contain a guided visualization to help you see how empowering a Never Peak mindset can be and how it can change your identity.
S01E03 - Dream Big and Chase Hard
In this episode, Dan will discuss what it means to ‘Dream Big and Chase Hard.’
The take-home message is:
To attempt what we view as impossible is to find the limits of our potential.
This podcast contains a personal story, a historical example, an analogy, and a strategy to accomplish future goals of your own and best understand how to chase goals close to your heart.
S01E04 - Focus on the Fundamentals - CHNOPS
There is change in the air! Many of us see today bring an end to summer and a start to the routine of the school year.
In a world where you could focus on a million things, this episode offers just 6 things to focus on to help act as the foundation for your success.
S01E05 - When Life Flashes Before Your Eyes and Living 9-to-3
This episode examines a personal reflection and research surrounding life flashing before your eyes.
Questions that I discuss include:
What would your life look like if it flashed before your eyes?
Is there any evidence that life flashes before our eyes when we die?
How can we retrain our brains from negativity bias to see the world’s beauty?
In the end. What really matters?
S01E06 - Better Studying - A Mindset Shift to Unlock Your Potential
There are countless study tips available to students, but many still struggle to apply them effectively and achieve their desired results.
What’s often overlooked in these tips is the crucial role of mindset.
Success in any endeavour, including studying, hinges on having the right mindset.
How you perceive a task influences how you approach it, and ultimately, how successful you’ll be.
Is there a piece missing that’s holding you back from getting the results you desire?
In today’s episode, we’ll explore the importance of mindset in studying. However, the principles I discuss can apply to any area of your life where preparation and excellence are key.
S01E07 - Build the Foundation
Episode 7 looks at the foundational piece that everyone needs to take the first steps in their personal development journey.
You can’t start growing unless you feel ________________ and _________________.
I hope you enjoy the message and the ‘outtake’ I left in. Sometimes you need to laugh at yourself.
S01E08 - Change starts with You
In Episode 8 of The Never Peak Project, host Dan Toogood challenges listeners to take full ownership of their lives and goals.
The episode explores the paralyzing fear of judgment from others and how to overcome it.
Through personal anecdotes and relatable reflections, Dan highlights that success is ultimately our responsibility.
He urges listeners to focus on their own aspirations, dispelling the myth that others will help or validate their journeys.
By illustrating the hard work necessary to achieve dreams—be it in sports, academics, or personal growth—Dan motivates his audience to embrace determination and grit.
He presents two paths: becoming the hero of one’s own story through accountability or succumbing to victimhood.
Ultimately, he inspires listeners to start today, take ownership of their decisions, and recognize that they alone can manifest their dreams.
S01E09 - A solution for Burnout - Take your foot off the brakes!
In Episode 9 of the Never Peak Project, Dan delves into the critical topic of burnout and the importance of self-reflection in the pursuit of goals. He challenges the glorification of busyness and urges listeners to reassess their daily routines. By comparing goal achievement to canoeing, Dan illustrates the necessity of steering one’s path rather than simply paddling harder. He encourages listeners to identify what holds them back and to embrace rest and recovery as essential components of success. By taking their foot off the brakes, individuals can enjoy the journey and move closer to their aspirations. Join Dan for a transformative discussion!
S01E10 - Interview with Ultra-marathoner Chris Tetlock
Episode 10 – This episode is the first interview for The Never Peak Project!
Today’s featured guest is ultra-marathon runner Chris Tetlock.
Chris redefines personal transformation by not doing couch to 5k, but rather, couch to 200k!!!
It was a great conversation about how to get results, overcome your fears, and start making a difference in the lives of others.
Chris’s story is truly inspiring!
@ultra2addiction to follow Chris on Instagram.
Chris is hosting an ultra-marathon in Regina on November 30th. Link to register:
Reviews for DeltaU
DeltaU is a well-crafted book, and it’s apparent the author has put his passion and skill into developing his theories on how to attain life goals through the study of science. As a person who was not well-versed in science in high school (or beyond), DeltaU is an easy-to-understand, logical blueprint for betterment of the self.
Science is an absolute — by applying its most basic theories to everyday situations and the goals most people struggle with (i.e., losing weight, becoming better at a sport or hobby), the author clearly shows how anyone can achieve milestones in their lives, even if they thought this previously impossible. It’s written in a methodical, step-by-step manner and doesn’t overwhelm the reader. Its concepts are backed up by stories everyone can relate to, often through the author’s past experience.
DeltaU is a common-sense, no-nonsense guide for everyone who wants to attain a goal and doesn’t know how. It has a place in personal libraries as well as in schools. While many books tackle personal success and goal achievement, the author has found a fun, informative, and unique way to present this information.