Austin O'Brien is a CMPC (Certified Mental Performance Coach) and 2020 Olympic Trials Marathon qualifier and competitor. In this episode, we dive into the difference between outcome and process goals, the benefits and challenges of shifting to a mastery orientation, how to conceptualize race strategy, and more. Austin shares a ton of great nuggets of wisdom, whether you're an athlete, coach, parent or human being.

Let us know what resonates with you, and share it with a friend!

Austin has PRs of 14:22 for 5k, 29:19 for 10k, 1:05:39 for half marathon, and 2:18:38 for the full marathon, but like he says in our conversation, he's gearing towards more PRs through a mastery orientation down the road. Connect and find more about Austin below:

Connect with Austin on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/aob_33?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Connect with Austin on Strava:
https://www.strava.com/athletes/15270834?oq=Austin%20

Mentally Strong Institute:
https://mentallystronginstitute.com/team/

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