Beating Usain Bolt & Winning U.S. Olympic Gold Medal to Falling from Grace — Leroy Dixon Jr.

Leroy Dixon Jr. is an American sprinter who has won the Olympic gold medal in 100 meters. He has previously been on a contract with Nike, and earned all-American honors while competing at the University of South Carolina. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS // 0 - Intro 2:12 - When did you chose running over other sports? 3:39 - The danger of short cuts 7:06 - Why did you choose South Carolina when you could have gone to other schools? 9:20 - Don't most athletes follow intense regimen? 11:46 - Why losing ceased to phase you? 12:48 - The day you signed with Nike 13:58 - Leaving college to go pro 14:33 - Whats it like having a contract with nike? 17:25 - Any thought of a plan B after racing career? 19:45 - The difference between hard vs. challenging 21:46 - What did it feel like winning a gold medal? 24:07 - What was it like racing against / beating Usain Bolt? 27:00 - Tell us what it takes to beat the world record in 100 meter? 28:32 - When you made the decision to leave running professionally 30:36 - Talking out the pressures of the grind / hustle is cathartic 31:03 - Plans are overrated 33:56 - The intense challenge of Income then vs. income now 34:55 - Don't let your identity get enmeshed in your career 35:50 - What advice would you give to your 18 year old self? 36:10 - Favorite quote?