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Keely Hodgkinson: Building a Gold-Medal Mindset (E272)
Jake and Damian are joined by Great Britain Olympic medal favourite Keely Hodgkinson, to dive deep into her journey as a middle-distance runner and her mindset as an elite athlete. Keely Hodgkinson is a rising star in athletics, winning 800m silver at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics at just 19 years old, before becoming European Champion in June 2024. She shares how she manages nervous energy and the importance of staying relaxed and focused before races at the highest level. Keely discusses balancing external expectations with staying true to herself, even in high-pressure environments like the Olympic Games. She openly shares her personal challenges following the 2020 Olympics, and highlights the support of her mother in overcoming some of her toughest moments. Emphasising the crucial role of her coaches in her development, Keely cites their ability to push her to reach her potential whilst balancing a sustainable and positive training environment. This episode uncovers the journey of Great Britain’s most promising Olympic talents, highlighting the importance of recovery, avoiding burnout and the mental strength required to excel in modern-day athletics. Partners Huel 👉 https://hppod.co/huel Discover all 154 health benefits at uk.huel.com/benefits Heights 👉 https://hppod.co/heights Explore offers and discounts through our other partners: https;//hppod.co/partners
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