Chapter
The Pressure Olympic Athletes Face to Succeed
04:59 - 14:17 (09:17)
The pressure to succeed can be immense for Olympic athletes who depend on sponsorships and contracts to continue making a living. Coaches may also put these athletes in tough positions, where they must either follow their coach's instructions or risk losing their livelihood.
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Mark Will-Weber discusses his involvement in the investigation of the Nike Oregon Project and his book, "The Nike Oregon Project: A Win-at-All-Costs Running Program," which delves into the scandal that led to the eventual shut down of the program.
04:59 - 10:16 (05:17)
Summary
Mark Will-Weber discusses his involvement in the investigation of the Nike Oregon Project and his book, "The Nike Oregon Project: A Win-at-All-Costs Running Program," which delves into the scandal that led to the eventual shut down of the program.
ChapterThe Pressure Olympic Athletes Face to Succeed
Episode#517 - Steve Magness - How Elite Performers Build Toughness
PodcastModern Wisdom
Olympic athletes, unlike professional athletes in the NFL, NBA, or other popular sports, have less job security and often depend on coaches for their success and financial livelihood, leading to a difficult dynamic between coach and athlete.
10:16 - 14:17 (04:00)
Summary
Olympic athletes, unlike professional athletes in the NFL, NBA, or other popular sports, have less job security and often depend on coaches for their success and financial livelihood, leading to a difficult dynamic between coach and athlete.