Dame Lisa Carrington - Will the Paris 2024 Olympics Be Her Last? Managing Self Doubt & More!

Dom Harvey

Episode Description

Dame Lisa Carrington is the Greatest NZ Olympian of all time- 5 gold medals and 1 bronze medal over the past 3 Olympic Games. And maybe she will add to that at the Paris Olympic Games.

This podcast is a re-release. It first came out at the start of 2023. I decided to rerelease it in time for the Paris Olympics because it was such a cool conversation. Also, the podcast has grown so much since it came out I thought there would be a lot of new listeners who are unaware Lisa has even been a guest.

This is such a cool conversation. We see Lisa on TV, usually smiling on the podium with a gold medal around her neck followed by a 30-second sound bite on the news. But I have never heard Lisa be this candid before. Ever. This is a true look into the mind of a world-class athlete. You’ll get to know her strengths, weaknesses, flaws, fears, insecurities, and everything in between. There are so many cool lessons and insights in this conversation:

Thanks to my friends at Radix Nutrition for getting in behind this episode. Give them a follow and check out their website to learn more about them: IG: @Radixnutrition YT: @radixnutrition https://www.radixnutrition.co.nz

Brief Summary

Dame Lisa Carrington discusses her kayaking career, mental challenges, and balancing personal life with athletic aspirations.

Key points

  • Dame Lisa Carrington: The Goat in the Boat. Dame Lisa Carrington, a kayaking legend, shares her journey and achievements in the sport.
  • The Drive Behind Success. Dame Lisa discusses her motivation and the addictive nature of success in sports.
  • The Journey of Kayaking. It's not just about winning; it's about the love for the sport and personal growth.
  • Pressure of Expectations. Avoiding media distractions helps manage the pressure of being an Olympian.
  • Facing Doubts. Exploring the fear of not being good enough and the tools to cope.
  • The Power of Journaling. How journaling helps in planning and staying positive.

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