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#51 - Amy Williams | Harnessing Fear

Nov 23, 2020
Amy Williams, Gold Medal Olympics Skeleton Racer from Team GB, discusses harnessing fear, the differences between bobsleigh and skeleton, speed and G-force in sled racing, challenges faced by underfunded athletes, visualizing the track, and overcoming fear and nervousness.
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  • Amy Williams' gold medal at the Winter Olympics saved skeleton racing in the UK by securing funding for the sport.
  • In skeleton racing, visualization and reframing fear as excitement are essential for achieving success.

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Amy Williams's journey into Skeleton racing

Amy Williams found her way into Skeleton racing after her running career ended due to injuries. Living in Bath, she discovered a push track at the University of Bath, where she practiced the sprint start and diving onto the sled, which is a key part of the sport. Coming from an athletics background, Amy quickly picked up the skills and started competing for Great Britain. Eventually, she made it to the Olympics and won a gold medal, which helped secure funding for the sport in the UK.

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