Kimberly Vandenberg - Olympic Swimmer on The Power of Yoga, Meditation, & Positive Self Talk

Kimberly Vandenberg - Olympic Swimmer on The Power of Yoga, Meditation, & Positive Self Talk

Author: Aaron Wexler September 15, 2021 Duration: 43:24

Episode 35: Kimberly Vandenberg - 3x National Champion Swimmer at UCLA, Olympic Bronze Medalist, Pan American Games Champion, Founder of Kim Swim Studios, Pianist

@kimswim

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In this Episode we Discuss:

  • Staying Inspired through creating relationships through coaching & mentoring
  • Positive Self Talk as a main key to success
  • Influence of legendary UCLA Swim coach Coach Cyndi Gallagher
  • Using Visualization & Meditation to stay grounded and get better results
  • Training with Michael Phelps
  • Having lunch Kobe & LeBron
  • Flow State
  • Practicing flow state through meditation
  • The value of your support system
  • The value of music
  • From Athlete to entrepreneur


Hosted by Aaron Wexler, Within The Game explores the shared mental frameworks of high performers, whether they're on the field, in the boardroom, or navigating daily life. This isn't a typical interview show; it's a deep, practical conversation about the specific, often overlooked tools that fuel sustained inspiration and success. Each episode features candid discussions with a diverse range of guests, from Olympic champions and professional athletes to seasoned coaches and innovative entrepreneurs. The focus is always on the tangible: the routines, mindset shifts, and personal philosophies they actively use to excel under pressure and find meaning in their work. You'll hear how a coach visualizes a game plan, the way an entrepreneur reframes failure, or the mental ritual an athlete relies on before a crucial moment. The aim is to unpack these accessible strategies, demonstrating that the discipline for peak performance isn't confined to a stadium or an office-it's a transferable skill set. By listening to this podcast, you gain a behind-the-scenes look at the psychology of excellence, offering actionable insights that can be applied to your own goals and challenges. It’s about understanding the internal mechanics that drive external results, providing a resource for anyone looking to cultivate resilience, creativity, and a more inspired approach to their own game, whatever that may be.
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