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Official Bio
Michael Ceely is a high-performance executive coach. He helps ambitious leaders use the power of sport psychology to get better results.
He is a licensed psychotherapist and holds a master's degree in counseling psychology.
Michael is a lifelong athlete and former professional cyclist. During his cycling career, he won two state titles and twice went to the Olympic Trials.
Michael's new book,
The Only Way Is Up, debuts in 2026.
Recent Media Appearances
The Performance Paradox: Inside a Workaholic’s Mind
Marc Azoulay interviews Michael Ceely on how being a workaholic is limiting your performance and your life.
Men's Therapy Podcast
Michael Ceely: How to Become a Business Athlete
Greg Mischio of Winbound interviews Michael Ceely about how leaders can level up by becoming a “Business Athlete.”
The Winbound Podcast
This Coach Helps Founders Get Out of Their Own Way
Jacob Miller of The Startup WI Podcast interviews Michael Ceely about imposter syndrome in business.
The Startup WI Podcast
From Cyclist to Coach: Michael Ceely's Journey
Taiga Gamell interviews Michael about his journey from pro cyclist to executive coach.
The Founder's Podcast by Gildre
The Intersection of Sports, Psychology, and Personal Development
Rodman Schley interviews Michael about the importance of personal development.
The Outlier Mindset Podcast
High Performance Mindset Secrets with Michael Ceely
Host Marc Azoulay talks with Michael about overcoming self-imposed limits and living with intentional high performance.
Men's Therapy Online Podcast
Michael Ceely: Sports Psychology and Mental Performance
Michael and Nate Haber talk about the mental side of sports and the challenges athletes face.
The Optimal Life Podcast
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