Cameron McAdoo - American professional motocross and supercross racer for Kawasaki. He’s competed in major U.S. off-road motorcycle racing series such as the AMA Supercross and AMA Motocross Championships since turning pro in 2017.
In this episode, McAdoo dives into the mindset and resilience that fuel his success in Supercross. He reflects on his favorite races, tough track conditions, and lessons learned from moments like whiskey throttle mishaps and battling through injuries. McAdoo shares what it truly takes to win at the highest level.
This episode offers a powerful look at the grit, discipline, and mental toughness required to compete at the top of Supercross.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 – McAdoo’s Favorite Races, Track Conditions, and Whiskey Throttle
00:11:26 – Seattle Results and Cameron’s Mindset During Riding
00:17:22 – Race Placement and What it Takes to Win
00:21:49 – Use of Time Between Races & the Importance of Visualization
00:27:00 – Being Present While Racing: Mental Engagement
00:33:12 – Elite Athletes and McAdoo’s Role Models
00:35:36 – McAdoo’s Dislocated Shoulder
00:37:15 – Appreciation for a Tough Childhood and Cam’s Sister
00:42:43 – Loretta Lynn Championships
00:48:07 – Going Pro as a Teenager
00:56:36 – Proving Ground: Signing a First Time Contract with Pro Circuit
01:01:52 – The “Ricky Carmichael Experience”
01:03:03 – What Makes a Good Race Start, Reaction Time, & Diet
01:09:37 – Pushing Past the Pain & Suffering in a Race
01:13:18 – Quitting is Never an Option, Patience, and Ownership During Racing
01:22:12 – Respect for the Other Riders Drive
01:25:29 – Personalities in Supercross
01:29:07 – The Rise of Supercross
01:31:05 – Cameron’s Pisgah & Bow Rack Experience
01:34:58 – F**k, Marry, Kill: Cycling, Running, and Fishing
01:36:32 – Developing a Mindset of Determination
01:38:01 – Preparing for Fatherhood
01:41:29 – Flow State During Races
01:42:48 – Final Thoughts
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