Kate Courtney

Kate Courtney, a world champion mountain biker and Olympian, shares her unique athletic philosophy and insights from her journey in cycling. She discusses her memorable torch moment with Tom Cruise and the balance between data and intuition in competitive sports. Kate emphasizes redefining success beyond traditional metrics, the importance of personal joy in the struggle, and her She Sends Racing initiative, which empowers women in cycling. Her powerful stories offer valuable life lessons on resilience, mentorship, and embracing the journey.

In this conversation, Greg Harden, a renowned life coach known for mentoring icons like Tom Brady, shares insights on mental resilience in sports. Olympic mountain biker Kate Courtney reflects on transformation through setbacks, emphasizing discipline and growth. Chris Bosh, an Olympic gold medalist, discusses how Stoic philosophy aids athletes in managing pressure and focusing on personal improvement. Together, they explore the significance of separating self-worth from performance, highlighting the journey to embrace both success and failure.

Kate Courtney joins the podcast to talk about her rise as a professional cyclist, her grind mentality, and her pursuit of mastery.Connect with Kate:https://katecourtney.com/You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherCheck out our exclusive community offers on Patreon here.Get Do Hard Things and The Practice of Groundedness on audible (Or in hard copy: Hard Things here and Groundedness here).Please write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessThe post 169 – Kate Courtney appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professional mountain biker Kate Courtney shares insights on balancing passion with recovery, while Karen Duffy discusses how Stoicism aids in navigating chronic illness. Meg Mason emphasizes the power of tolerance and forgiveness, and Susan Cain provides perspectives on resilience in relationships and heartbreak. Together, they explore Stoic principles' relevance in modern life, advocating for empathy and understanding in everyday interactions. Their heartfelt anecdotes illustrate how Stoicism can guide us through life's toughest challenges.

Joined by Kate Courtney, a professional mountain bike racer and World Champion, the conversation dives into her poignant experiences at the Tokyo Olympics. She shares how moments of failure can spark growth and discusses the crucial differences between optimizing and maximizing performance. Kate emphasizes the importance of rest, self-reflection, and balancing passion with discipline in training. Her insightful stories highlight resilience and mental strength, encouraging listeners to embrace the process rather than just chase success.