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Episode 3: Colin Jackson CBE. When Excellence Becomes Habit.
From a 15-year-old in awe of the Alexander Stadium to the "King of Europe" with a World Record that stood for over a decade. Colin JACKSON is the definitive blueprint for technical perfection in British Athletics.
In this masterclass of an episode, Lloyd Kempson sits down with the hurdles legend to deconstruct what happens when excellence stops being a goal and starts becoming a habit. Colin reveals the psychological weight of being the man everyone is chasing, the 'technical obsession' required to hold a World Record for 13 years, and why Birmingham has been the backdrop for the most pivotal moments of his career.
In this episode, we explore:
The European Dynasty: How Colin peaked so consistently to claim four consecutive European Gold medals and dominated the continent for over a decade.
The Anatomy of 12.91s: A deep dive into the psychological impact of holding a World Record and the feeling of a "perfect" race.
The Art of the Hurdles: Why Colin embraced the "boring" parts of preparation and the ritualistic routines that left zero margin for error.
From Track to Mic: Insights into his 30-year career in the public eye and how his perspective on athlete pressure has shifted from the commentary box.
The Birmingham Heartbeat: Why the Alexander Stadium was the site of his first sub-13-second run and his vision for the atmosphere at Birmingham 2026.
Whether you're looking to shave tenths off your personal best or want to understand the discipline required to stay at the top of the world for 13 years, this conversation with Colin Jackson is essential listening.
Follow the Journey:
Instagram: @Birmingham2026
TikTok: @Birmingham2026
Facebook: @Birmingham2026
Tickets: birmingham2026.com
Don’t forget to hit SUBSCRIBE and leave us a review if you enjoyed the show!
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By Lloyd KempsonFrom a 15-year-old in awe of the Alexander Stadium to the "King of Europe" with a World Record that stood for over a decade. Colin JACKSON is the definitive blueprint for technical perfection in British Athletics.
In this masterclass of an episode, Lloyd Kempson sits down with the hurdles legend to deconstruct what happens when excellence stops being a goal and starts becoming a habit. Colin reveals the psychological weight of being the man everyone is chasing, the 'technical obsession' required to hold a World Record for 13 years, and why Birmingham has been the backdrop for the most pivotal moments of his career.
In this episode, we explore:
The European Dynasty: How Colin peaked so consistently to claim four consecutive European Gold medals and dominated the continent for over a decade.
The Anatomy of 12.91s: A deep dive into the psychological impact of holding a World Record and the feeling of a "perfect" race.
The Art of the Hurdles: Why Colin embraced the "boring" parts of preparation and the ritualistic routines that left zero margin for error.
From Track to Mic: Insights into his 30-year career in the public eye and how his perspective on athlete pressure has shifted from the commentary box.
The Birmingham Heartbeat: Why the Alexander Stadium was the site of his first sub-13-second run and his vision for the atmosphere at Birmingham 2026.
Whether you're looking to shave tenths off your personal best or want to understand the discipline required to stay at the top of the world for 13 years, this conversation with Colin Jackson is essential listening.
Follow the Journey:
Instagram: @Birmingham2026
TikTok: @Birmingham2026
Facebook: @Birmingham2026
Tickets: birmingham2026.com
Don’t forget to hit SUBSCRIBE and leave us a review if you enjoyed the show!