SponsorsMomentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20Mateina - Go to drinkmateina.com/PLAYBOOK for a discount on any purchase.SummaryIn this episode, Chris Lambert shares his journey from a promising young athlete in the UK to competing at the Olympic level. He discusses his early experiences in track and field, the mindset shifts that fueled his competitive spirit, and the challenges he faced transitioning to college athletics in the US. Chris reflects on the physical and mental demands of being a collegiate athlete, his preparation for the Olympics, and the emotional turmoil following his injury during the qualifying race. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance, motivation, and the often-overlooked struggles athletes face behind the scenes. Chris reflects on cherished memories from his athletic career, the lessons learned as a parent, and how he transitioned into the corporate world. He emphasizes the skills gained from sports that are applicable in business and the ongoing journey of personal development and self-discovery.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background02:58 The Journey into Track and Field05:50 Mindset and Motivation in Competition08:51 Transitioning to College Athletics12:00 Challenges of College Sports15:02 Advice for Aspiring College Athletes17:56 Olympic Aspirations and Preparation21:03 The Reality of Olympic Competition24:01 Post-Olympic Reflections and Challenges33:06 The Burden of Athletic Expectations35:41 Healing Through Therapy39:11 Resilience and Self-Discovery41:40 Cherished Memories in Athletics44:47 Parenting and Sports47:54 Transitioning to Corporate Life54:28 Leveraging Athletic Skills in Business57:38 Personal Development and Self-Discovery01:01:22 Finding Balance and RecoveryRelevant Links & Contacthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislambert7/Follow The Next Playbook www.TheNextPlaybook.comInstagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Podcast | Blog

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