328. Olympians Chari Hawkins & Josh Kerr Talk Embracing Discomfort, Prioritizing Mental Health & Learning Patience — LIVE From New York

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If you want to feel hyped to go after your next big goal, this episode is for you. Sat down with Olympians and Brooks athletes Chari Hawkins and Josh Kerr in New York recently for a life show, and debriefed a crazy summer and the work went into showing up in Paris. Chari — Olympic heptathlete — opens up about mental health after a disappointing Games. And Josh? The silver medalist and current mile record holder on US soil gives his perspective on hard work and the importance of trusting the process. These are two unbelievable athletes with inspiring advice and unique perspectives on training for success and overcoming the hurdles that come with striving for greatness.

IN THIS EPISODE

Josh’s recollection of his silver 1500 meter race in Paris (4:40)

Executing your plan A and how to pivot when you need to refocus on your plan B (6:15)

How to show up again after not getting the result you wanted (11:10)

Chari’s ‘why’ and her perspective on the heptathlon (15:06)

Josh’s self belief and the importance of trusting the process (17:50)

How to focus on positive self talk when negative thoughts creep in (24:05)

Chari’s biggest takeaway from the Paris Games (31:40)

Advice for anyone having to navigate injury (35:10)

The opportunity costs that goes with performing and such an elite level (39:10)

What Chari and Josh are doing to stay excited for what’s ahead after Paris (47:10)

Chari on vulnerability and relatability (54:12)

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