Thrive in an Always-On World, Without Burning Out
A 7-week online course with Dr. James Hewitt to help you build sustainable high performance using science-backed tools trusted by Fortune 500 leaders, Formula 1 teams, and global executives.
Caught In A Cycle of Overwork and Under-Recovery?
You’re smart. Driven. Accomplished. But you’re tired of feeling like you are 'always on'. You’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, tried the hacks... and still end up oscillating between overdrive and exhaustion. You’re not lazy. You’re running on a system that’s out of sync with your biology, your values, and your reality.
Discover A Science-Backed Third Way
The Sustainable Performance Academy is your reset. It’s not another hustle-hard plan or quiet-quitting manifesto. It’s a research-based roadmap to help you perform at a high level, without sacrificing your health, wellbeing or relationships. You’ll discover how to align your rhythm with your goals, build real habits that stick, and measure what actually matters.
What You Will Discover
🎥 40+ Video Lessons
Short, actionable, evidence-based insights.
🧭 Guided Tools
Easy-to-use frameworks and downloadable PDFs.
🔁 Real-World Application
Weekly challenges to embed sustainable habits.
Module Breakdown
Find out more before you get started, with free preview access to the Introduction and Day 1 lectures from Behaviour Change Week.
- Introduction to Behaviour Change Week (3:32)
- Day 1: Apply the principles of 'gamification' to accelerate your habit formation (4:11)
- Day 2: Anchor new habits to existing ones to make introducing new behaviours simpler and more reliable (3:36)
- Day 3: Discover the three characteristics of keystone habits, to rewire your brain for behaviour change (4:02)
- Day 4: How to create an MVA (minimum viable action) - The simplest steps to support new habits (3:17)
- Day 5: Discover the mental skill top-athletes use to set themselves up for long-term growth (4:41)
- Week 1 Summary
- Introduction to Work Smarter Week (4:38)
- Day 1: Polarise - Apply principles from endurance sport, to cognitive work, to enhance your focus (4:17)
- Day 2: Prioritisation - What can you do when everything feels important? (3:54)
- Day 3: Pomodoro - Learn how to 'interval train' your brain, to improve your efficiency (3:51)
- Day 4: Protect - Discover how to minimise distractions, interruptions and reduce your stress (3:55)
- Day 5: Peak - Find out how to create the conditions to increase your experience of 'flow' (3:50)
- Week 2 Summary
- Introduction to Recovery Week (2:38)
- Day 1: Learn how to use HRV to understand self-regulation and recovery (4:04)
- Day 2: Find out how to use controlled breathing to improve your ability to adapt to challenges (3:51)
- Day 3: Discover the characteristics of the most effective day-time breaks (4:08)
- Day 4: Explore four ways to optimise after-work recovery (4:03)
- Day 5: Learn how to switch emotion to action, to improve your ability to switch off and recover (4:05)
- Week 3 Summary
- Introduction to Sleep Week (3:44)
- Day 1: The cognitive and metabolic impact of not sleeping enough (4:00)
- Day 2: Can you adapt to shorter sleep? (4:21)
- Day 3: The truth about alcohol, caffeine and sleep (4:15)
- Day 4: Do you have social jetlag? (4:10)
- Day 5: How to use tactical naps to boost cognitive performance (3:56)
- Week 4 Summary
- Introduction to Energy Week (4:31)
- Day 1: How to use exercise to boost cognitive performance (4:17)
- Day 2: Move more: Why sitting to much could make us immune to exercise (4:05)
- Day 3: Move slow – How to increase energy for performance and longevity (4:21)
- Day 4: Move fast – Using HIIT to improve health, performance and longevity (4:01)
- Day 5: Move heavy - Why strength and muscle is about much more than vanity (4:01)
- Week 5 Summary
- Introduction to Nutrition Week (3:20)
- Day 1: Personalize - Does each person need to eat differently? (5:13)
- Day 2: Carbohydrate confusion - Should everyone be lowering their carbohydrate intake? (5:01)
- Day 3: The truth about fat - Fat is vital for health, but why has it been demonised for so long? (4:51)
- Day 4: All about protein - How much protein do we need to eat for health, performance & longevity? (5:02)
- Day 5: Nutrition & cognitive performance - Eating to support brain health and cognitive performance (5:58)
- Week 6 Summary
"This is the course I wish I had when I hit a wall. It's everything I’ve learned, distilled into a proven process."
— Dr. James Hewitt
About Dr. James Hewitt
Dr. James Hewitt equips leaders and teams to achieve sustainable high performance using real science, not hacks, so they can thrive in today’s always-on world.
A former elite racing cyclist turned Human Performance Scientist, James brings a rare combination of first-hand experience and academic rigor to solving modern workplace challenges: the hidden costs of always-on work, overload, distraction, and unsustainable performance cultures.
A sought-after keynote speaker, James has delivered compelling sessions in over 30 countries, including the World Economic Forum in Davos and the Global Leadership Summit. His high-energy keynotes combine original research, live demonstrations, and actionable insights, empowering audiences to perform at their best without sacrificing their well-being in our increasingly ‘always-on’ world.
Who This Course Is For
Leaders managing high-pressure environments
Professionals feeling stuck in a burnout-recovery cycle
High-achievers who want to maintain performance without sacrificing wellbeing
Teams aiming to embed wellbeing as a competitive advantage
Outcomes and Benefits
By the end of this course, you will:
- 🧭 Be equipped to create a personalised plan for sustainable performance.
- 💤 Learn how to improve sleep, focus, and recovery.
- 📊 Track energy and productivity patterns.
- 🧠 Understand the neuroscience behind better habits.
- 💥 Shift from reactive hustle to intentional, high-impact work.
Prior participants have experienced:
- 23% reduction in stress experiences.
- 15% increase in the daily experience of control.
- Up to 54 minutes improved sleep duration
“A game-changing blueprint for sustainable high performance. James' Cognitive Gears model—viewing knowledge work as an endurance sport—is a standout concept that leaders can immediately apply to themselves and their teams.”
Mark Kelly, Global Head of Benefits & Wellbeing, Boston Consulting Group
FAQs
How long do I have access?
Once you enrol, you’ll have lifetime access to the course materials, including all videos, tools, and downloadable resources. You can revisit the content as often as you like and return to key modules whenever you need a reset.
Can I take it at my own pace?
Absolutely. The Sustainable Performance Academy is designed to fit into demanding lives. While it’s structured as a 7-week journey, you can progress at your own rhythm, whether that’s one module a week or binge-learning on weekends. Your access doesn’t expire.
Is there a certificate?
Yes. Once you complete the course, you’ll receive a digital certificate of completion that you can share. It’s a great way to demonstrate your commitment to sustainable, science-based performance.
What if I feel like I'm already doing too much?
Then you’re in the right place. This course isn’t about pushing harder, it’s about resetting intelligently. You’ll learn how to shift from reactive survival mode to a more regenerative rhythm using practical, evidence-based tools that meet you where you are. Even small changes can make a big difference.
Can I expense this through my company or L&D budget?
Many participants do. The Academy is a professional development program rooted in science, and it aligns with most Learning & Development or Wellbeing initiatives. If needed, we can provide a payment receipt, course overview, and certificate to support your reimbursement.
Do you offer team or bulk pricing?
Yes, we do. If you're looking to enrol a group or bring the Academy to your team or organisation, we offer team and bulk pricing options. Please contact us directly to discuss your needs; we’d be happy to tailor a solution for you.
Ready to Work Smarter, Live Better, and Perform at Your Best, Sustainably?
The time to reclaim your energy and focus is now.
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