π "Think Gold And Never Settle For Silver" - Jim Afremow π
A great quote referencing the mindset of Olympic athletes and their mindset in training. They are actively envisioning a gold standard, not just at time to perform, but the months and years in prep before it πͺ
Like it or not, the results of our workouts are determined by the standards we set for ourselves π―
If we have a standard to just show up, to just "survive" the workout - then that is all you will be able to do - survive and get the bare minimum π
But if we set the standard higher to not just "survive" but to "thrive", to go above and beyond, and set a standard of GOLD - the results will be something we will truly be proud of and testament of our work ethic β
π¨ So what does it mean to set this standard and "think GOLD" - it means showing up early, warming up properly, envisioning what you will do, setting gameplans of what you wish to achieve, pushing through exhaustion or pain or doubt or any negative emotions holding you back, not making excuses and raising the bar from your previous performance π¨
This is the GOLD standard π₯
It is hard, it is painful, and it is what separates 99% of people who don't push themselves consistently from the 1% who give everything everytime ποΈββοΈ
Apply this mentality to your training and see how it pushes you to a new level. What does Gold standard training look like for you this week?