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#78 - Michelle Carter | How to be Confident

Jun 1, 2021
Michelle Carter, 2016 Olympic Shot Put Champion, talks about confidence, parents coaching their kids, managing expectations, and her outlook on these topics. She started the You Throw Girl Confidence Camps. Her father, Michael, had a 9 year NFL career with the San Francisco 49ers and was a Silver Medalist in the Shot Put at the Olympics. They also discuss training adjustments during the pandemic, the importance of pilates and yoga for shot put, and the aftermath of winning an Olympic Games.
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  • Confidence and self-belief are crucial for success in sports; focus on personal expectations and gratitude, not comparing oneself to others.
  • Michelle Carter's youth confidence camps empower young athletes to embrace their uniqueness and build self-confidence.

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Michelle Carter's Journey to Olympic Gold

Michelle Carter, the Olympic shot-put champion, shares her inspiring story and insights. She discusses the importance of confidence and self-belief in achieving success. Michelle emphasizes the need to focus on oneself and set personal expectations rather than comparing oneself to others. She also highlights the significance of hard work, gratitude, and being honest with oneself. Michelle shares her experience of setting up youth confidence camps, where she helps young athletes build confidence and self-esteem.

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