Have you ever wondered what drives a U.S. sporting icon to achieve greatness despite numerous setbacks? Join sport psychology experts Dr. Duncan Simpson and Dr. Greg Young in this episode of 'Performers,' as they dive into Lindsey Vonn’s autobiography, “Rise.”

This episode uncovers the psychological complexities of one of the most celebrated athletes in American sports history, Lindsey Vonn. It explores the delicate balance of managing success and personal identity, resonating with anyone striving to maintain their authenticity amid the pressures of high-performance environments.

In this episode of Performers, you will:

Tune in to this episode of "Performers" to explore the mind of Lindsey Vonn and find out how the challenges faced by this skiing legend can inspire your own path to personal authenticity and success.

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00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast

03:26 Motivation and Upbringing

08:16 Repetition and Finding an Edge

17:24 Adrenaline and Risk-Taking

21:10 Goal Setting and Hard Work

28:29 Collaboration and Clarity

33:02 Sacrifice and Blind Focus

41:02 Moving and Pressure

45:49 Self-Awareness and Self-Analysis

46:19 The Importance of Self-Awareness

47:17 Learning and Experimentation

48:14 The Concept of Mental Toughness

49:08 Defining Mental Toughness

50:01 Resilience and Mental Flexibility

50:31 Perseverance and Resilience

51:22 Handling Doubt and Criticism

52:16 Coaching Women and Understanding Psychology

55:41 Using Doubt as Motivation

58:28 Recognizing and Addressing Mental Health

59:53 Balancing Personal Life and Performance

01:02:44 Embracing Risk and Fearlessness

01:04:11 Attacking the Course and Taking Risks

01:11:13 Dealing with Pressure and Achieving Goals

01:13:46 The Journey and the Quest for Success

01:17:29 Navigating Retirement and Embracing Change