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Truly Important
This past weekend, I took part in an endurance training camp in Khorfakkan, UAE—swimming, biking, and running alongside a group of passionate and committed people. But the real purpose behind it had nothing to do with triathlon.

Jamie McConnell
May 15


A Beginner’s Mindset
This past week, I had the chance to attend the MSc in Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology residential at Setanta College in Dublin. After flying in from Dubai, it was an awesome experience that really reminded me how important it is to approach learning with an open mind.

Jamie McConnell
Apr 28


Mastery of Craft
I recently went for a bike fitting at Wolfi's Performance Centre in Abu Dhabi. A group of us were due for some updates, so we thought it might be a fun trip during the Eid break.

Jamie McConnell
Apr 23


Sport Mirroring Life
Last night, Rory McIlroy reminded us why sport is the ultimate mirror to life.
One round of golf — and yet it felt like a lifetime compressed into just a few hours.
After a poor start, he fought back — determined, composed. But Amen Corner has that name for a reason. After making double on 13, you could almost feel the ghosts of Augusta past creeping in — the trauma of a Masters he let slip through his fingers over a decade

Jamie McConnell
Apr 14


The Relentless Pursuit of Excellence: The Power of Inquisitiveness in Elite Sports
What separates the good from the great? More often than not, it's a willingness to explore. An insatiable curiosity to keep searching, to ke

Jamie McConnell
Mar 26


Do hard things..... With friends!
“Stop looking at your watch, trust me!” I quickly turned my watch around so I couldn’t see the time for the rest of the run, tucked in...

Jamie McConnell
Jan 26


Embracing the Unpredictable: How to Bounce Back When Sport Goes Wrong
Picture this: You’ve done everything right. Your preparation has been perfect. The hours of training, meticulous planning, and focus are all

Jamie McConnell
Jan 20


Good for the Soul: More than Performance
Over the past two weeks, I've spent some time riding the hills with some amazing friends and the community at Innerfight. Something has beco

Jamie McConnell
Dec 23, 2024


Let your success make the noise
I’ve always loved the quote, *“Work hard in silence and let success make the noise.”* Last week, as I stood in the gym during a rest period,

Jamie McConnell
Oct 8, 2024


The Unimaginable - Project Iceman
In the world of sports, mental strength is often the deciding factor between success and failure. While athletes train their bodies to achie

Jamie McConnell
Sep 13, 2024


Paris Olympics: Unforgettable Moments
The Paris Olympics this year truly did not disappoint! There’s something magical about watching the world’s greatest athletes come together

Jamie McConnell
Sep 9, 2024


A simple phrase can change everything
I was recently listening to a new podcast called "The Endurance Exchange," which is in part hosted by a good friend of mine, Oli Lockyer, an

Jamie McConnell
Jul 11, 2024


Casey Neistat - Sisyphus and the Impossible Dream
The access that we are given in the modern day to elite athletes and their preparation is unique to say the least. From Netflix documentarie

Jamie McConnell
Jun 25, 2024


Discovering Your "Why" in Sport
Over the years, I’ve often read about the importance of finding “your why” in various aspects of life, sport and especially in endurance spo

Jamie McConnell
Jun 22, 2024


Gains are Gains….. Recognise them and enjoy them!
All too often, elite athletes can be exceptionally critical of themselves, often to the point where even when they are seeing improvements i

Jamie McConnell
Jun 20, 2024


Mistakes: Frustration or Fuel
In the high-stakes world of sports, the pressure to perform can be overwhelming. Athletes, whether amateurs or professionals, are constantly

Jamie McConnell
Jun 19, 2024


Sport can be heartbreaking…. Even for the best!!
Four birdies in the space of five holes from the ninth had given McIlroy a two-shot final-round lead in pursuit of his fifth major title, wh

Jamie McConnell
Jun 18, 2024


It's Not Always Ideal: Embracing Imperfect Training Conditions
In the world of sports, we often hear about the perfect training regimen, ideal conditions, and the best possible scenarios for success. How

Jamie McConnell
Jun 17, 2024


Everything is a choice
Everything we do is a choice

Jamie McConnell
Jun 16, 2024


Be Present
Where are your feet? Is your head in th same place

Jamie McConnell
Jun 15, 2024
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