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Brooke Hayde reads her viral ‘Dear Olympian’ letter. #olympian #nzsport #nzathlete

May 31, 2024 / 00:33

This episode discusses the emotional and physical toll of being an athlete, featuring insights from Olympian Michael Phelps. It addresses feelings of exhaustion and guilt after intense competition.

The conversation highlights the common experience of athletes feeling their bodies are worn out and in need of rest. Michael Phelps shares his own struggles with fatigue and the importance of allowing oneself to recover.

Listeners are reminded that it is normal to feel overwhelmed and that taking time to recuperate is essential for long-term success. The episode encourages a gradual approach to recovery and self-compassion.

TLDR

Michael Phelps discusses athlete exhaustion and the importance of recovery.

Episode

0:33
00:00:00
I had a post called deer Olympian Michael Phelps and all these incredible Olympians sort of picked it up and your
00:00:05
body is limping aching bruised and begging for attention pleading with you to rest so you've been sleeping all day
00:00:11
but you're still exhausted that's normal don't worry the guilt that you feel for
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not wanting to make breakfast let alone exercise is a normal emotion to feel but
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we can let that go you've just spent 100% of your energy focus and time and heart to be at the top of your game and
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everything you're feeling will pass you'll start to feel better I promise
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take it one step at a time one day at time and remember you're exactly where
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you're meant to be

Episode Highlights

  • The Toll of Training
    Training can leave your body feeling exhausted and in pain, but it's normal.
    “Your body is limping, aching, bruised and begging for attention.”
    @ 00m 05s
    May 31, 2024
  • Letting Go of Guilt
    It's okay to feel guilty about resting; your body needs it.
    “The guilt that you feel for not wanting to make breakfast is a normal emotion.”
    @ 00m 13s
    May 31, 2024
  • A Promise of Recovery
    You will start to feel better; take it one step at a time.
    “Everything you’re feeling will pass.”
    @ 00m 25s
    May 31, 2024

Episode Quotes

  • Your body is limping, aching, bruised and begging for attention.
    Brooke Hayde reads her viral ‘Dear Olympian’ letter. #olympian #nzsport #nzathlete
  • Everything you’re feeling will pass.
    Brooke Hayde reads her viral ‘Dear Olympian’ letter. #olympian #nzsport #nzathlete
  • Take it one step at a time, one day at a time.
    Brooke Hayde reads her viral ‘Dear Olympian’ letter. #olympian #nzsport #nzathlete
  • You’re exactly where you’re meant to be.
    Brooke Hayde reads her viral ‘Dear Olympian’ letter. #olympian #nzsport #nzathlete

Key Moments

  • Exhaustion00:09
  • Guilt00:13
  • Reassurance00:25
  • Acceptance00:31
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