68: Building Resilient and Well-rounded Athletes
In this conversation, Angela Lockwood interviews Josh Hall, a high performance lead with the Gold Coast Suns Academy for AFL. They discuss what it takes to be an elite athlete, the sacrifices and investments made by athletes and their families, and the challenges faced by young athletes today. They also explore the importance of mindset, maintaining focus on goals, and the impact of social media on young athletes. Josh shares his insights on controlling what you can control, the importance of research and education, and the goal of growing athletes as people. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the vision of the Suns Academy and the hope for young athletes to achieve their full potential.
Episode Takeaways- Being an elite athlete requires sacrifices and investments, both personally and from the athlete's family.
- Controlling what you can control and maintaining a positive mindset are crucial for success.
- Social media can be a double-edged sword for young athletes, providing both opportunities and challenges.
- Research and education are important for athletes to understand the why behind their training and habits.
- The goal of the Gold Coast Suns Academy is to grow athletes as people, helping them achieve their full potential.
00:00 Introduction and Impressive Background 01:26 The Journey of a Young Athlete 06:13 Saying No and Making Difficult Decisions 09:27 The Importance of Mindset and Taking Control of Your Career 11:24 Challenges Faced by Young Athletes Today 14:12 The Role of Mindset and Elite Habits in Performance 16:06 Balancing Online Influences and Expertise 22:52 Lessons Learned and the Vision for Young Athletes 28:25 The Importance of Controlling What You Can Control
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