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The High Performance Podcast

Keely Hodgkinson: Building a Gold-Medal Mindset (E272)

Jul 15, 2024
Keely Hodgkinson, a brilliant young British athlete, won silver in the 800m at the Tokyo Olympics and became European Champion. In this conversation, she reveals her strategies for managing pre-race nerves and the importance of staying relaxed under pressure. Keely shares her journey of prioritizing personal growth by seeking supportive coaching environments and highlights the crucial role her mother played in her resilience. She emphasizes the blend of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation needed to excel, while also addressing the challenges of vulnerability in the spotlight.
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Quick takeaways

  • Managing nervous energy and staying relaxed before races is crucial for elite athletes like Keely Hodgkinson.
  • Trusting in oneself, making quick decisions, and following training routines are essential for high performance.

Deep dives

Keely's Journey to the Olympics

Keely Hodgkinson shares her journey to the Olympics, reflecting on the high points of winning medals, the impact of her supportive environment and believing in herself since a young age. Her determination to achieve gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics drives her focus and performance.

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