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Olympic Silver Medalist (BMX Freestyle) & HYROX Athlete: Kieran Reilly

Aug 22, 2024
Kieran Reilly, a 23-year-old Olympic silver medalist in BMX freestyle, shares his journey after achieving an unprecedented triple flair. He discusses the rigorous mental and physical training needed to excel, revealing insights on overcoming fear and the thrill of competing at the Olympics. Kieran also dives into navigating injuries as growth opportunities, his newfound love for HiRocks racing, and the importance of resilience in high-pressure situations. His passion for BMX and inspiring mindset make this conversation a must-listen for all.
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  • Kieran Reilly's unexpected journey to Olympic silver medalist illustrates the power of motivation and commitment sparked by witnessing fellow athletes compete.
  • His experiences with BMX highlight the importance of confronting fear in extreme sports, which fosters resilience and personal growth beyond athletic performance.

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Kieran Riley's Road to the Olympics

Kieran Riley's journey to becoming an Olympic silver medalist was not a childhood ambition but rather evolved after BMX was introduced as an Olympic sport. Initially, he was not competing professionally and was more focused on producing social media content. His motivation surged after witnessing his fellow athletes perform at the Tokyo Games, prompting him to commit himself to competition preparation. He immersed himself in the qualification process, balancing intense training and learning the complexity of BMX competitions.

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