During several periods in his career, as is the fate of most athletes, injuries stopped him training and competing. During these times of physical inactivity, Javier was able to use only psychological training to prepare his mind, but it actually also helped to train his body!

In the run up to and during the Olympic Games in Paris, Snoop Dogg, the American rapper, has arguably been the face of the Games and certainly one of the most watched and reported on attending the games.

First and foremost, champion athletes have a large and loyal fan base. People admire and look up to athletes who have reached the pinnacle of their sport and have achieved great success.

Having an Olympic champion's mindset is not just about winning gold medals; it's about embodying qualities such as discipline, determination, resilience, and focus.

As a sports enthusiast and avid fan of the Olympics, I recently had the opportunity of a lifetime to watch an Olympic event with an Olympic champion.