5 Key Traits of Successful Athletes
What makes a successful athlete? Is it just raw, inborn skill? Or an undying persistence for perfection? Is it concentration or self-confidence?
Well, the answer won’t surprise you. It is a combination of grit, vigour, humility and so much more that goes into creating the perfect specimen of athletic humanity. Having been inspired by some of the greatest athletes and sports-people to have ever lived, we feel it is only apt that we share it with the world and ensure a new generation is inspired to pursue greatness. In that vein, here are 5 Key traits that are commonly found in successful athletes -
- Attitude
Perhaps one of the most important attributes in a successful athlete, attitude defines you as a person. It defines how you approach things and how you react if things don’t go your way. Realize that attitude is a choice, not a compulsion, therefore choose a predominantly positive attitude to ensure grit in the face of difficulty and to find the strength to overcome them. Look at your sport as an opportunity to compete with yourself first and watch as you climb toward greater successes gradually.
- Motivation
Much like fuel drives a vehicle, motivation drives the intent for any professional, regardless of their trade. It helps if you set small challenges for yourself and try to conquer them, thereby positively reinforcing your behaviour and relishing the dopamine rush everytime you find these small successes.This also allows one to persist through difficult tasks and difficult times, even when these rewards and benefits are not immediately forthcoming
- Concentration
Sunlight isn’t inflammatory. However,if you concentratethe rays into a single beam using a magnifying glass, they set a piece of paper on fire. This is the power of intense concentration. It is imperative for an aspiring athlete to learn how to maintain focus and resist distractions, whether they come from the environment or from within themselves. An athlete hoping to make it big in the competitive arena should learn to live in the now, living the moment and extracting as much juice out of it as possible.
- Commitment & Goals
A goal-oriented approach is the ideal methodology for any attempt towards problem solving, according to science. Setting Short-Term & Long-Term goals while trying to achieve something assist in setting realistic milestones and ensuring that consistent progress is made towards these ends. This goal setting when combined with a fierce and undying commitment produces athletes of the mettle that produces greatness
- Self-Confidence
Once you set your sights towards achieving the near-impossible, there will be a number of people who will inevitably try to dissuade you and shake your confidence. Self-confidence is perhaps the truest indicator of a fierce, sturdy and successful competitor. DO NOT LISTEN TO THEM! The successful athlete knows what their strengths and shortcomings are better than other people, and therefore, hears everyone but ONLY listens to themselves!
To all the aspiring Mohammad Alis and Usain Bolts out there - Iron Hyde wishes you all the very best -more power to you. We hope you find The Beast Within - Iron Hyde is committed to help you Unleash the Beast!