The Exponential Athlete | Sports Performance

Inside Tiger's Upbringing and the Pitfalls of Success (Part 3)

Mar 14, 2024

Discover the crucial role of Tiger Wood's family and environment, the impact of his father Earl Woods, his military obsession, reflection on knowledge and teachability in golf, and the mental toll of success in athletics.

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Quick takeaways

Tiger Woods' success was shaped by a supportive family and team that nurtured his mindset and approach to golf.

Tiger found solace and motivation in golf due to his father's hands-off approach, fostering intrinsic motivation and a love for the game.

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Tiger's Family and Support System

Tiger Woods' success was significantly influenced by his family and the strong support system around him. His parents, along with a dedicated team, created a nurturing and encouraging environment that allowed Tiger to excel in golf. Their unwavering dedication to his success, without applying excessive pressure, played a crucial role in shaping Tiger's mindset and approach to the game. By fostering an environment where Tiger felt supported and motivated, his family and team laid the foundation for his achievements.

Introduction

4min

Earl Woods' Impact on Tiger's Success

22min

Tiger Woods' Military Obsession and Career Choices

9min

Reflections on Tiger Woods' Knowledge and Teachability in Golf

2min

Exploring the Psychological Toll of Success in Athletics

2min

Exploring Tiger Woods' Parenting and Athlete Philosophy

3min

This is part 3 of of the 3 part series studying the keys to Tiger Wood's success on the golf course. In this episode we look into the outside forces that shaped his career. We explore the role of Earl and Tida Woods, Team Tiger, growing up in California, and some of the pitfalls of his approach to greatness.

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0:00 Intro

6:07 Earl Woods

11:52 Tida Woods

14:22 Location

15:02 Advantages he Didn't Have

15:56 Downside to Success

16:21 "The Package"

19:11 SOP

20:02 Limelight

25:47 The Danger of the Edge

28:58 Body Breaking Down

33:15 Paradox

32:24 Knowing Enough

38:43 Loneliness

40:32 Conclusion
Resources Books: The 1997 Masters: https://amzn.to/4c9DsGv How I Play Golf: https://amzn.to/3Tr6ie0 The Big Miss: https://amzn.to/4c8U80S Training a Tiger: https://amzn.to/3PdYDgx Think Like Tiger: https://amzn.to/43840Ue Tiger Woods (Biography): https://amzn.to/4a5xsMP Roaring Back: https://amzn.to/4a0DWwH The Art of the Impossible: https://amzn.to/3IuW9Xo Research: Rewarding effort not achievement: https://engagingmindsonline.com/blog-posts/blog-reward-effort-not-just-achievement

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