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Cameron Van Der Burgh's Journey To Becoming The BEST Breaststroke SWIMMER In The World!

Cameron Van Der Burgh's Journey To Becoming The BEST Breaststroke SWIMMER In The World!

Update: 2025-03-15
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Cameron Van Der Burgh, one of South Africa's most iconic swimmers, reflects on his illustrious career, key moments of realization, and his transition from swimming to finance. He discusses the highs and lows of his swimming career, including winning gold at the 2012 Olympics, his innovative training methods, and the importance of goal setting. Van Der Burgh also opens up about his personal life, marriage, and fatherhood, and shares valuable insights into his current career in finance and upcoming move to Dubai. He emphasizes the importance of living passionately and finding success beyond monetary gains.

00:00 Intro

01:37 Life After Retirement

03:21 Early Interest in Finance

07:55 Challenges and Reflections

14:01 Sponsorships and Networking

18:06 Realizations and Goal Setting

32:11 Setting Life Goals and Finding Motivation

32:47 The Trap of Routine in Professional Sports

35:01 Dealing with Injuries and Rediscovering Passion

38:04 The Importance of Community and Support

46:18 Training Innovations and Techniques

52:56 Balancing Diet and Mental Health

58:04 Family Life and Career Transitions

01:01:35 Defining Success and Future Plans

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Cameron Van Der Burgh's Journey To Becoming The BEST Breaststroke SWIMMER In The World!

Cameron Van Der Burgh's Journey To Becoming The BEST Breaststroke SWIMMER In The World!

STEFAN GARLICKI