How 6x Paralympic medalist Kjartan Haugen came back from retirement, to medal at the Beijing 2022 Olympics.
Description
In this episode, I sit down with Kjartan Haugen a Norwegian Para athlete who lost his leg to cancer at 18yrs old. He went onto gain 6 Olympic medals, and in this conversation we touch on how he returned fro 10yrs, then came back and won another medal in Beijing and what that time off taught him about bing an athlete now.
Takeaways
Returning to sport after a long break can reignite passion and joy.
Experiencing the Paralympics is a unique and memorable journey for athletes.
Mental preparation is crucial for success in high-pressure competitions.
Winning medals can bring both joy and unexpected pressure.
Focus on performance rather than the prestige of the event.
Equipment and technology play a vital role in para sports performance.
Classification in para sports is complex and continually evolving.
Athletes often face unique challenges that require tailored training approaches.
The joy of sport should always be a primary motivation for athletes.
Follow Kjartan at @Kjartannhaugen on intagram.
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