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BITESIZE #56 | Sir Jason Kenny: Get the most out of the people around you

The High Performance

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Published Date

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 01:00:43 GMT

Duration

2:57

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This week’s high performance bitesize nugget comes from Sir Jason Kenny, Britain's most decorated Olympian, who collected seven gold medals and two silvers across four Olympic Games. 


We frequently hear about athletes setting targets, imposing strict rules and striving for the next level of performance but Jason certainly showed that there is no one way to be a high performer. 


Jason describes the importance of getting the most out of the people around you. 


Listen and watch to the full episode with Jason: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/jasokenny


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Summary
In this episode, Sir Jason Kenny, Britain's most decorated Olympian, shares his unique perspective on high performance and achieving success. Kenny emphasizes the importance of making the most of the people around you and being versatile in different situations.

Kenny's journey to becoming a seven-time Olympic gold medalist was not a straightforward one. He describes himself as an "ordinary bloke" who simply enjoyed cycling. However, he attributes his success to the high-performance environment he was surrounded by, which taught him to get the best out of himself and those around him.

Kenny stresses the importance of being versatile and adaptable in order to succeed in high-performance environments. He believes that athletes should not be afraid to try new things and step outside of their comfort zones. He also emphasizes the importance of working well with others, even if they have different approaches or opinions.

Kenny's insights provide valuable lessons for anyone looking to achieve high performance in their own lives. He demonstrates that success is not just about talent or hard work, but also about having the right mindset and being able to adapt and learn from those around you.

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