The High Performance Podcast Dina Asher Smith: Believe in your own sauce! Focus on your strengths (E15)
Jul 27, 2020
Dina Asher-Smith, the reigning 200 metres World Champion and the fastest woman in British history, shares her inspiring journey from hobbyist to elite athlete. She emphasizes the importance of self-belief and mental resilience in high-pressure situations. Dina reflects on the role of family support and the balance between ambition and joy in sports. She also discusses the impact of social media on mental health and advocates for focusing on personal strengths rather than comparisons, encouraging listeners to cultivate their own self-belief.
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Accountability
- Take accountability for your performance.
- With talent and opportunity comes the responsibility to work hard and maintain high standards.
100% Responsibility
- Take 100% responsibility for everything in your athletic world.
- Avoid excuses and blame, focusing on what you can control.
Coach as Second Dad
- Dina's coach, John Blackie, is like a second dad, their relationship evolving from parent-child to partnership.
- John's belief and patience have been crucial to Dina's development.