Michael Phelps Writes Perfect Ending in Olympic Race
It was August 21, 2004. The place was Athens, Greece, the birthplace of the Olympic Games.
During the 2004 Olympics, the US softball team crushed the competition with a score of 51-1. Birgit Fischer, a German kayaker, was the first Olympian to win 2 medals in five different games. On the other hand, the US men’s basketball team defeated by Argentina won the Bronze medal.
Michael Phelps, a swimmer on the US team, was intent on breaking the record set by Mark Spitz, who won 7 Olympic Medals in one year. Having already won seven metals, Phelps began the race knowing this final race was his opportunity to set a new record.
After the swimmers started racing, Phelps noticed that his goggles were leaking water, making it impossible for him to see. That would slow down most swimmers and, for most competitors, make it difficult for them to win any race.
However, Michael Phelps had a secret weapon. Phelps’ coach designed his training sessions to plan for every possibility, including counting strokes while swimming with water-filled goggles. Practice gave Phelps the edge he needed to win his eighth medal in one Olympics. Michael Phelps now has a total of 28 Olympic medals.
You may not be interested in competing in the Olympics; however, planning for every possibility is beneficial for everyone as we navigate life, especially regarding our health. Good habits also help. Phelps could not have achieved this level of success if he skipped regular practice or did not follow the best training advice available to him.
Phelps said that he “never thought about failing” and “trained his mind to think about success.” You, too, can train for your wellness race. There may be bumps in the road, but by preparing for possibilities and keeping a positive attitude, you can succeed in your journey toward optimal health.
The following are some training suggestions:
- Choose a coach or mentor to help you with your journey
- Make a plan and set some goals
- Stay hydrated
- Get plenty of sleep
- Establish a regular routine
- Plan time for self-care
- Eat healthy food
- Reduce stress
- Sit less and move more
- Visualize success
- Never give up!
Whatever bumps you may encounter along the way, you will know that you have the best chance for success in your wellness race.
Go for it! Just like Michael Phelps, you can achieve great things!
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