There are four simple elements that form the foundation for sustainable human performance: Mindset, Nutrition, Movement, and Recovery. These four components are simple, yet universal. They are essential at a minimum for survival. They are also the keys to unlocking optimal performance. With these four buckets, we can categorize activities we do, which enables us to build mindfulness for how our actions align with our goals. Before we can begin upgrading lives, it's important to understand what the four areas. Here is how we define each of the four pillars of human performance.