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 | | In today's edition, Joe shares: - Olympic Takeaways That'll Change Your Mindset
- 4 Tips to Train Like the Pros
- How to Lead While You Age
| | | | Spartans!
Watching Olympic athletes compete this week pulls into focus Spartan values like dedication, perseverance, and the spirit to overcome any obstacle.
In fact, (and a bit surreal) OCR athletes will also be able to compete in the 2028 Olympics. Read on.
You're going to like this story about Martin and Valent…
These brothers are phenomenal rowers representing Croatia in Paris. But their journey to Olympic greatness didn't start out as planned.
I first encountered the athletes through a Red Bull event in Europe. They were part of an eight-man crew team recruited by a friend for a unique challenge: carrying their boats on their shoulders while running through city streets and cobblestone roads.
This intense event led to injuries among their teammates, pushing the brothers to explore the two-man boat format for the first time.
What started as a necessity turned into a revelation.
Martin and Valent quickly discovered their unmatched speed and synergy in the two-man boat.
Their adaptability served them well.
Of course, dominating the world of running didn't come without some elbow grease.
When the brothers joined us in the Abu Dhabi Spartan World Championship last year, I inquired about their success.
Their response was simple: an incredible coach and a grueling seven-plus years of seven-hour training days, seven days a week.
As if they don't grind enough, Valent also plans to join us and compete in the Spartan's Sprint & 100M World Championship in Hvar, Croatia this October.
Congrats to these guys as they defended the men's title in two-boat rowing after fighting back in the final 50m to cross the line 0.45 seconds in front.
Kyle Dake, another Spartan athlete and a world-class wrestler going for the gold today in the men's freestyle 74-kilogram class, also has an incredible success story.
An Olympic medalist, he is also the only wrestler in history to win NCAA championships in four different weight classes. His journey at Cornell University was marked by a drive to overcome any obstacle in his path.
My connection to wrestling, particularly at Cornell, has a special place in my heart. One of the most surreal moments in my life was seeing the Spartan Regional Olympic Training Center established on Cornell's campus in 2020.
As someone who fought hard to get into Cornell, walking onto that campus and witnessing the fusion of Spartan and Olympic ideals was nothing short of a dream come true.
So, what's next?
Look ahead to the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.
We can't wait to see obstacle racing in the modern pentathlon. This milestone marks a significant step in bringing the spirit of Spartan to the global stage of the Olympics.
If you haven't yet, I urge you to watch the Sinkovic brothers' gold medal race. Their performance is a masterclass in resilience.
And as we support Kyle Dake in his quest for gold, we're reminded of the hunger to succeed that defines all Olympic athletes.
Here's to The Hard Way (The Gold Medal way),
Joe | | | 4 Tips to Train Like an Olympian | Feeling inspired? Watching tough-as-nails Olympians compete can sure light a fire under you. No matter the sport, there are a few secrets to a successful training program. - Master the basics
Loading up on weight before you've nailed technique isn't going to get you results — and could lead to injury. Make sure you've perfected your form for optimal gains, even if it holds you back in the beginning. - Don't skimp on resistance
Cardio and strength go like PB&J. Make sure you incorporate resistance training with your cardio workouts to build both strength and endurance for any sport. - Be dynamic
Explosive exercises that improve both speed and power, like plyometrics, can help you make momentous strides in your training. Our favorite move is the burpee slam. - Focus on the long-term
While you may have an immediate goal of completing a Spartan, training with longevity in mind can help keep you active for years to come. Keeping a long-term mindset will help reduce the risk of burnout after reaching your short-term targets. | | | | You Ask, Joe Answers | Q: Hey Joe, I'm getting older every day and along with that comes diminishing abilities. How can I continue to be a leader when I can no longer maintain my position at the front?
- Anonymous
A: Hey, It doesn't matter if you're first to cross the finish line. Leadership isn't about who's the best or who's the most successful. True leaders inspire others to be their best. Lean into your experiences and let others learn from your mistakes — and your successes. Work to elevate others in your community. Your influence will help push everyone forward.
Don't give up, you're just getting started.
Aroo!
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