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Define Your SuccessEp 17 - How do Britain's best athletes & coaches define success?In this episode, hear various short clips of how Britain's best athletes and coaches define success.
Long form definitions of success and the more challenging narrowing it down to three words.
How do you define success?
Before listening to their responses, why not define success for yourself first and share it with our listeners!
Send in a voicenote with your definition to info@defineyoursuccess.uk or send a voice message.
Featuring:
Jodie Williams; Richard Whitehead MBE; Benjamin Williams; Martyn Rooney; Dan Greaves; Cindy Sember; Tiffany Porter; Laviai Niels...2023-01-1021 min
Destination TokyoBack on the track after 18 months - Martyn RooneyHe's one of the senior members of the GB Athletics squad but he wants to be there with a shot of being part of one of the Olympics new events.
Martyn Rooney is part of the 4x400m squad - and there'll be extra medals to win this summer with a mens and a mixed event.
Martyn took 2020 off and feels he's refreshed as he prepares for his first event of the season. He talks about his training method, an injury setback and his venture as a podcast host.
You can hear Martyn with Paralympian Dan Greaves in That Greaves...2021-05-0610 minDestination TokyoMotivation in tough conditionsHere's an expert's way of keeping motivated to exercise when conditions are not great outside....
Martyn Rooney is one of the most experienced members of Team GB's athletics squad - with an Olympic medal to his name.
But his tip might hurt. He suggests finding an exercise you really don't like and do that. Martyn's a great believer in hard work. And talks a lot of sense.
Martyn's not only a guest but a great podcast host. You can catch him with Paralympian Dan Greaves on that Greaves and Rooney Sports Podcast...here's the link https://podfollow.com/1458149570
I'm raising...2021-02-0908 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastDai Greene - a world champion on the track and record holder at MacDonaldsHere's a great chat with 400m hurdles legend Dai Greene. Dai talks about motivation, his thoughts on Tokyo 2021 and great days on the track.There's a world-record story from his time serving fast food at MacDonalds, his recent entry into the business world with a hand-held massage gun, starting a mentorship scheme and currently firing up the oven twice a week for his partner's sourdough pizza business. However, as we hear from Dai, training for his event is physically demanding. And he tells us how he adapted during lockdown, learning lots about himself.2020-12-301h 22
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastDavid WeirAnother great guest for Paralympian Dan Greaves and Olympian Martyn Rooney. This time it's 6 times Paralympic gold medal winner and 8 times London marathon winner Dave Weir. Dave tells the guys he's in the best shape he's been for a long time and first the first time in ages he's really enjoying the sport again. He talks honestly and openly about the mental challenges and depression he's faced, especially in recent years, and the counselling that he's had to get him back to this point. And there's plenty of competition talk - through the di...2020-08-021h 14
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastDanny TalbotParalympian Dan Greaves and Olympian Martyn Rooney have a chat with experienced GB sprinter Danny Talbot. Danny was part of the gold medal winning 4x100m team at the World Championships in London in 2017. And we enjoyed this deep dive into his life and athletics career Danny Talbot was training in Texas before the Covid crisis but has returned to the UK to support his girlfriend, who's a nurse. He's left the group for solo work during lockdown. He talks about his life in Texas, his love of neatness and preparing for competition. It's...2020-07-2352 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastKatharine MerryParalympian Dan Greaves and Olympian Martyn Rooney chat to former athlete and broadcaster Katharine Merry. The trio talk about how they're training coming out of lockdown and the impact it's had on the year. There are some great discussions. From starting out early, to improving, to Kat's medal winning run at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. And there's a discussion on drug testing and the situation around Christian Coleman. Kat also talks about the transition from athlete to broadcaster and how she coped with moving away from competing.2020-07-011h 02
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastLockdown around the world - with special guestsParalympian Dan Greaves and Olympian Martyn Rooney chat athletics. There's life under lockdown and their aims for the year without competition. There's training talk, parenting and thoughts on 2020 life, And the boys find out about lockdown around the world with special guests, Christian Taylor, the double Olympic Triple Jump Champion from the USA. High Performance Coach Benke Blumquist in Sweden. And Ryan Gregson, the Australian 1500m record holder. 2020-06-0355 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastAthletes' lives in lockdownParalympian Dan Greaves and Olympian Martyn Rooney chat about life under lockdown along with some of their Team GB friends. The guys reveal how they've adapted their training plans and how they've taken the loss of the Tokyo Games and all the other events. With special guests Dai Greene, Lynsey Sharp, Jazmin Sawyers and Guy Learmonth.2020-04-2755 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastCovid-19 (an episode recorded before lockdown and the postponement of Tokyo 2020Paralympian Dan Greaves and Olympian Martyn Rooney talk about the effects Covid-19 on their season in a podcast recorded before lockdown and the postponement of the Tokyo 2020 Games Both Dan and Martyn were hoping to be in Tokyo this summer. They talk about how to stay fit and plan your day during this crisis.2020-04-0737 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastShoes, new competition and bad driversParalympian Dan Greaves and Olympian Martyn Rooney talk about the Nike shoe controversy and their belief that most medal winners wear custom made footwear. Dan's back training after four months away through injury. Martyn's just back from mixing it with the stars at winter camp in Stellenbosch. The guys discus how they cope with long times away from their families. They're celebrating some great performances from British Athletes indoors. And Martyn Rooney reveals he's going to make his indoor debut in a 600m in Ireland. They've got a few things to get off thei...2020-02-0957 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastBalls, Personalities and Tokyo 2020Dan Greaves and Martyn Rooney with their inside view of athletics including a freak and painful accident. The boys update us on how their training's going as they head towards a big Olympic and Paralympic summer in Tokyo. There's some reflection on the end of 2019 and the news that both Dina Asher-Smith and Katarina Johnson-Thompson were shortlisted for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award. And they talk about Oddballs and testicular cancer Details at myoddballs.com2020-01-2333 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastTurmoil in Athletics and winter trainingParalympic discus thrower Dan Greaves and Olympic 400m runner Martyn Rooney dive deep into the issues at British Athletics and UK Athletics as the sport in Britain ends the year in some turmoil. They give their views on the departures of Zara Hyde Peters who was due to become the Chief Executive at UK Athletics and Neil Black the UK Athletics Performance Director. Dan and Martyn also talk about what athletes want from those working behind the scenes and how they can help performance. Dan gives details about his new role on the British Athletes Com...2019-12-0138 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastWe're back with a review of the season!Dan Greaves and Martyn Rooney return for more sports chat with an insight into the lives and training of professional athletes. The boys talk about their season - which ended with the World Championships in October and November. A long season. Paralympic discus athlete Dan Greaves talks about the tough few months with injury which forced him out of the worlds. And Olympian and 400m relay specialist Martyn Rooney gives us the inside track on the heat in the Middle East and the struggle to cope. Martyn describes the different type of...2019-11-2233 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastMartyn Rooney behind the scenes at the World Champs preparation campIt's a World Champs special! Martyn Rooney takes us behind the scenes at the GB preparation camp in Dubai ahead of the 2019 World Athletics Championships. It's a unique look at an athletes preparation for a major event. Whilst Dan Greaves is back at home, his season over because of injury. Top sports chat from an Olympian and Paralympian @martynrooney @discusdan 2019-09-2045 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastMile Jedinak talks Premier League and work ethicSome great sports chat here! Dan and Martyn are joined by Australian 'soccer' captain Mile Jedinak, legend at Crystal Palace and Aston Villa. The bearded warrior talks Premier League, training plans, work ethic and leadership. It's a great insight into what it takes to be a top professional footballer. A brilliant guest. If you want to get in touch, find us on social media @discusdan @martynrooney Cheers! Martyn Rooney and Dan Greaves 2019-08-231h 04
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastJazmin Sawyers guestsMartyn and Dan welcome long jumper Jazmin Sawyers to the Pod. She talks about her attitude to competition, revelations about her time on The Voice, singing, the twitter reaction to her hair cut, being on the bobsleigh team and training alongside Tyson Gay in Florida. Then there's Olympics, athletics, sprinting and Pole Vault. Amazing! What a guest. If you want to get in touch with Martyn Rooney or Dan Greaves you'll find us on @martynrooney @discusdan 2019-07-2059 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastSpecial guest Harry AAGreat stories and chat from the world of athletics with guest Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, the GB 100m and relay sprinter. Martyn, Dan and Harry go into coaching, expectations and social media as they meet in the restaurant at the new Elite Athletes Centre at Loughborough. Got a question for a future pod - fire away and ask Martyn Rooney and Dan Greaves - Olympics, Paralympics, athletics, any sport @martynrooney @discusdan 2019-07-1345 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastInjuries, women's sport and trying other sportsMartyn and Dan are joined by Alice the Cockapoo! The guys talk about the other sports they played as kids and the influence it had on their career. They discus women's sport and reveal their secrets to recovering from injury. "Discus Dan" Greaves has been on the podium at 5 Paralympic Games. Martyn Rooney is a 400m runner and relay specialist who's won medals at the Olympics and World and European Championships. Got a question? Send them to @discusdan or @martynrooney 2019-06-211h 04
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastCompetition - how athletes prepare for the big eventsMartyn and Dan reveal how they prepare for competition to make sure they're at the top of their game. There are tips for athletes of all levels on how to reach your potential and conquer the fear of failure. Martyn Rooney is a 400m runner and relay specialist. He's won medals at Olympic, World and European Championships. "Discus" Dan Greaves has been on the podium at 5 Paralympic Games. He's also a 3 times World Champion, 4 times European Champion and Commonwealth Games Champion. In this series of podcasts they look at sport from the inside....2019-06-131h 10
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastTraining Plans - the inside trackThe boys give their take on the different stages of training - from diet and track-work to the gym. Insider tips on taking training to another level and how the pro's make sure they're at the top of their game. Martyn Rooney is a 400m runner and relay specialist. He's won medals at Olympic, World and European Championships. "Discus" Dan Greaves has been on the podium at 5 Paralympic Games. He's also a 3 times World Champion, 4 times European Champion and Commonwealth Games Champion. In this series of podcasts they look at sport from the in...2019-06-011h 22
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastTraining CampsRoom mates, disasters and life on camp. Martyn Rooney and Dan Greats discus their experiences on warm weather training camps. They've both seen a few in their long and distinguished athletics careers. Some have been top notch. Others just a bit different! Martyn Rooney is a 400m runner and relay specialist. He's won medals at Olympic, World and European Championships. "Discus" Dan Greaves has been on the podium at 5 Paralympic Games. He's also a 3 times World Champion, 4 times European Champion and Commonwealth Games Champion. In this series of podcasts they look at s...2019-05-2450 min
That Greaves & Rooney Sports PodcastLondon CallingWe're two athletes with stories to tell of our long careers. If you don't know us, then here's a bit about us. So one of us is Dan Greaves - better known in our world as Discus Dan - and that's because he throws the discus pretty far. Far enough to win the Gold medal at the Athens Paralympics in the F44/46. And silver at Sydney in 2000 and London in 2012. And bronze in Beijing 2008 and Rio 2016. He's three times World Champion, 4 times European Champion and once Commonwealth Champion. And he's from Anstey in Leicestershire. And the ot...2019-05-1753 min
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