Cameron Hanes - Keep Hammering Collective KHC 140 - Conner Mantz
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Jul 8, 2025 Conner Mantz, an acclaimed American long-distance runner and winner of the 2024 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, shares insights from his athletic journey. He discusses how he got into running and the mental toughness required during tough races. Conner highlights the value of sports psychology in enhancing performance and his experiences at the Olympic Trials. He also talks about the importance of gratitude in running and his passion for trail running, culminating in significant reflections on sponsorships and challenges faced along the way.
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Conner's Side Stitch Challenge
- Conner Mantz experienced a tough race with a side stitch and nearly dropped out.
- Hearing crowd cheers motivated him to push through and finish strong despite feeling far from his goal.
Embrace Race Pain Fully
- Expect races to be difficult like your hardest practices.
- Embrace pain during competition as a normal and necessary part of racing.
Gratitude Fuels Olympic Trials Win
- At the Olympic Trials, Conner used gratitude by dedicating tough miles to people he loves.
- This mental focus helped him endure injury setbacks and race pain to win.