In this episode of Abnormal, I interview Siobhán Haughey, Hong Kong's most decorated Olympic swimmer. Siobhán shares her journey from a casual swimmer to a professional athlete, discussing the challenges of balancing training, mental health, and the pressures of competition. She emphasizes the importance of enjoying the process rather than fixating on outcomes. She reflects on her experiences at the Olympics, being a flag bearer and staying in the Olympic village.
Siobhán also talks about her future aspirations in psychology and her commitment to inspiring the next generation of athletes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:50 What happened after the Olympics?
06:03 The Journey of Becoming a Professional Swimmer
08:49 Mental Health and Team Dynamics in Sports
12:08 The Importance of Process Over Outcome
15:07 Expectations and Pressure in Competitive Swimming
17:58 Support Systems for Athletes in Hong Kong
20:49 A Day in the Life of an Olympic Swimmer
24:07 Training Regimes and Nutrition for Swimmers
26:59 Navigating Opportunities and Brand Partnerships
29:46 Mental Preparation for the Olympics
33:07 Experiencing the Olympic Village
36:01 Reflections on Achievements and Future Aspirations
50:01 What is next?
59:45 Advice for people wanting to do something abnormal

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