The mindset of playing to win versus playing not to lose can be applied to all aspects of life, including relationships, health, wellness, and finance. When your energy is focused on trying not to be something, you can't fully pursue anything.
A hobbyist competitor discusses the anxiety leading up to competition and the pressure to win for the sake of others, rather than for oneself.
Learn how to train sustainably so you can enjoy physical activity throughout your life. Avoid "hammering" your body through unsustainable training techniques and focus on exercises that allow you to accomplish your physical goals outside of training.
Alex Einziger emphasizes the need to give 110% if you want to succeed in anything, whether it's in sports, business, or life in general. Regret is one of the worst things to live with, and giving your all ensures that you won't have any.
The pressure to constantly compete at the highest level and give up everything else in life is not for everyone, and it's okay to not strive for that level of success.
The stress of being a feature act in a comedy show led a comedian to stop working out, start eating junk food, and gain 25 pounds. He eventually began boasting about his unhealthy habits, but realized it was a challenge that he could choose to face differently.