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EPISODE · Feb 6, 2025 · 41 MIN

Three Olympics, Three Lessons: A Champions Journey to Growth

from UNTRAINED · host Iris Zimmermann and Whitney Otto

Have you ever wondered what it takes to not just survive, but thrive in a sport where a single mistake could cost you your life? BMX Athletes "have to have the explosive power of a 100-meter sprinter, the endurance of a 400-meter runner, the balance of a gymnast, and the mental fortitude of a boxer".In our latest Untrained episode, we explore the mind of an athlete who's experienced the fullspectrum of Olympic outcomes. The first time Connor went to the Olympics he “choked” and earned 7th place. The second time he won an Olympic Gold and in the final Olympics, Connor suffered a life threatening injury. His story is a masterclass in resilience, adaptability, and the power of perspective in his athletic career and beyond.Here are 3 key insights from our conversation with Connor: Adaptability is Key: BMX racing demands a unique blend of skills. Connor explains how this translates to success in life beyond sports as well as what mindsets he needed to UNTRAIN. Redefining Success: Learn how Connor's sport and life transitions have forced him to continually redefine success and what it means to him now that he is a TV host and Keynote speaker.Unlearning Black and White Thinking: Discover how Connor is navigating the "gray areas" of life after a career of clear-cut wins and losses.This episode offers a raw look into the mindset of an elite athlete transitioning to life beyondcompetition. Hint: it involves a lot of untraining!You can learn more about Connor at: https://www.connorfields.comDon't forget to:- Pass this on to someone who could benefit from these insights.- Subscribe to Untrained for more inspiring conversations!

Have you ever wondered what it takes to not just survive, but thrive in a sport where a single mistake could cost you your life? BMX Athletes "have to have the explosive power of a 100-meter sprinter, the endurance of a 400-meter runner, the balance of a gymnast, and the mental fortitude of a boxer".In our latest Untrained episode, we explore the mind of an athlete who's experienced the fullspectrum of Olympic outcomes. The first time Connor went to the Olympics he “choked” and earned 7th place. The second time he won an Olympic Gold and in the final Olympics, Connor suffered a life threatening injury. His story is a masterclass in resilience, adaptability, and the power of perspective in his athletic career and beyond.Here are 3 key insights from our conversation with Connor: Adaptability is Key: BMX racing demands a unique blend of skills. Connor explains how this translates to success in life beyond sports as well as what mindsets he needed to UNTRAIN. Redefining Success: Learn how Connor's sport and life transitions have forced him to continually redefine success and what it means to him now that he is a TV host and Keynote speaker.Unlearning Black and White Thinking: Discover how Connor is navigating the "gray areas" of life after a career of clear-cut wins and losses.This episode offers a raw look into the mindset of an elite athlete transitioning to life beyondcompetition. Hint: it involves a lot of untraining!You can learn more about Connor at: https://www.connorfields.comDon't forget to:- Pass this on to someone who could benefit from these insights.- Subscribe to Untrained for more inspiring conversations!

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