In episode #3 of the three-part launch series,  I am joined by Britain's first Olympic swimming champion and the first swimmer to win 2 gold medals since 1908 in the 400 and 800 metre - Becky Adlington (@beckadlington)!

You can find Becky at the following socials:

Instagram: @beckadlington

Twitter: @BeckAdlington

Website: www.rebeccaadlington.co.uk

In our wide-ranging conversation, we discuss; 

• Her beginnings and the love for swimming;
• The Olympic dream;
• Her relationship with her coach;
• Being fulfilled and having no regrets;

And so, SO much more!

Don’t miss out on episodes 1 and 3 as part of the launch series:

Episode #1: Dame Kelly Holmes: Seeking Your Purpose In Life? 

Episode #2: Kevin Clifton: Part 1. Born Entertainer

Key Points: 

Winning double gold (2:55)

The “feel” of the water (7:10)

Becky’s beginnings, talking about family and the love for sports (11:47)

Picking up medals, dealing with illness and the Olympic dream (23:29)

Qualifying at the Olympics and the mindset involved (26:24)

Her relationship with her coach (29:35) 

Balance, mindset, and getting a sports psychologist (38:11)

Being fulfilled and having no regrets (46:22)

“Don’t be afraid to fail.” - Becky (51:30)

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