On Episode No.82 of The unTITLED Podcast, we have a conversation with Valorie Kondos - Author, Speaker and legendary UCLA Gymnastics Coach. We begin our conversation by talking about Coach Val's early days at UCLA, first as the choreographer for the gymnastics team, having the conviction to advocate for herself so early in her career and the influence of her mother (2:08); We then discuss how art and theatre have had an impact on her approach to coaching and the technical similarities between ballet and gymnastics (7:42); We then discuss winning, the pressure that comes with it, the introduction of mental skills training with her athletes and herself, and what separates Olympians from the rest (20:55); To end our conversation, Coach Val shares some wisdom for young women on the difference between being alone and being lonely, embracing the quiet and pursuing your passions (38:27); To end the episode, the 82nd edition of "Player Voicemail" (48:55).
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