Below is a post from almost 2 years ago. I wrote this after returning from a contest I had judged.

Psychology Of A Champion

After being in the company of so many great athletes this weekend I wanted to write today about the characteristics of a champion.  To me a champion is not someone who necessarily wins a competition or award but rather someone who sets out to achieve a goal and reaches it.  That goal could be any endeavor not just athletics.

1) A champion sets a lofty goal.  This goal will probably require many months or years of commitment.

2) A champion stays focused on what they need to do to achieve their goal.  Many times others will get distracted easily and complain that they don’t have the genetics or other factors to reach their goal.

3) A champion knows when it is necessary to change a strategy to propel them closer to their long term goal.  A contender stays complacent in their beliefs and routines not wanting to learn or accept there may be a better way.

4) A champion deeply believes in their abilities even in the midst of a faillure.  A champion wil turn a percieved failure into an opportunity.

5) A champion will look for positive support which could come from an inspirational movie, literature, great friends or coaches, etc.  Many times a contender will continue to surround themselves with naysayers or negative influences.

6) A champion gives to others expecting nothing in return.

7) A champion is usually not the most gifted but the individual willing to endure a long, hard battle to achieve.
A champion is a good listener and uses an opportunity of conversation to learn.

9) A champion takes responsibility for his or her achievement or lack of achievement.

This list certainly isn’t complete but its a good place to start.

Have a Great Day and Stay Strong,

Michael

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