No moment is guaranteed. Neither is your performance in it.

So how do you want to remember it?

When I look back on the two best races I ever had, the thing I remember about them is:

I was content.

Not stressed or hurt or angry. Or even pumped, happy or overjoyed.

I just had peace.

I would love to tell you I had the magic spell to replicate that peace for you every single time you compete.

There’s no magic spell. But… there are some things that can definitely help:

• Relish in the opportunities you have, regardless of outcomes. Take it all in.

• Walk into your competition knowing you’re the most prepared you can be at that moment.

• Appreciate all the physical, mental and emotional work you’ve done to get there. Seriously, remind and thank yourself.

Those are keys to finding your peak performance and true fulfillment. Future YOU is excited to meet you there.

BTW: Those two best races? They got me medals. You can see them here and read why I almost threw them away.