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What Elite Athletes Do Differently

Published 4 months ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader

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As both an athlete and a coach, I’ve had the privilege of watching the world’s best perform — under pressure, in training, and beyond competition.

I’ve worked alongside them, studied their habits, and now, as a coach, I see firsthand what truly sets them apart.

Every day, I get to work with athletes who strive for greatness.

And I’ve seen the difference between those who rise to the top and those who plateau.

So, what separates elite athletes from everyone else?

It’s not just talent.

It’s not just hard work.

It’s their commitment to doing what others won’t—day in and day out.

Here’s what they do differently:

🔹 They show up when others make excuses.​
Rain, fatigue, doubt — none of it stops them. They train when they don’t feel like it because they know discipline beats motivation.

🔹 They prepare relentlessly.​
Elite athletes never just “turn up” to training. They arrive ready —having reviewed and analysed their last performance, extracted every lesson they can, and set clear intentions for what they need to improve. They don’t waste a session; they maximise it.

🔹 They stay open to new ways to improve.​
They don’t settle for what’s comfortable. They experiment, adapt, and relentlessly seek ways to sharpen their edge. If there’s a 1% gain to be made, they’ll find it.

🔹 They embrace the tough moments.​
Where others see obstacles, they see opportunities. Pressure fuels them. Setbacks don’t break them—they shape them.

🔹 They focus when others get distracted.​
In a world full of noise, they master the art of narrowing their focus. They don’t just train their bodies—they train their minds to be unshakable.

Your Challenge:

This week, ask yourself:

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​What’s one thing I can start doing that most people won’t?

It could be an extra mindset drill, a new recovery habit, or pushing yourself outside your comfort zone.

The small decisions you make daily will define your path.

That’s how you separate yourself. That’s how you level up.

Stay positive, stay focused, and keep moving forward. Don't forget to reach out to me if you need help levelling up.

Lisa

PS: Book a ​30 minute FREE mindset strategy call whenever you are ready

PPS: Join the Winner's Circle here​

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