Carl Lewis - Sprint, Hurdles And Jumps

Coach Carl Lewis discusses leadership, discipline, and coaching philosophy in this Q&A session. He stresses how crucial it is to establish clear expectations early on, whether in coaching, parenting, or personal development. Lewis asserts that because young athletes are still developing their decision-making skills, they require structure and direction. He considers how his childhood and the impact of his parents and coaches helped him go from being a renowned player to a coach. Although Lewis had no interest in coaching at first, he tackled the position with a scientific attitude, emphasizing discipline, movement, and structure. Lewis believes that coaching is about imparting life lessons as well as physical talents. Every athlete has the chance to succeed not only in athletics but also in education and professional development, which is why he cherishes collegiate athletics. His guiding principles are straightforward: players should put in a lot of effort, comprehend the "why" behind their training, and give equal weight to their academic and athletic goals.

An inside look at what it takes to train and develop champions both on and off the track is given in this session.