#3 - Hans Koeleman - The Evolution of Athlete Performance: From Physical Strength to Mental Toughness

Welcome to Episode 3 of "Beyond the Pulse," where we explore the fascinating intersection of sports psychology, mental and physical health, and the cutting-edge science shaping the future of athletics. In this episode, our host, Siwan Aberkane, is joined by the legendary Olympian, professor, author, and entrepreneur, Hans Koeleman. 

 

🔴 Today's Topics:

• Evolution of Attitudes Towards Mental Health, Physical Wellness, and Personal Development
• Insights from Hans Koeleman's Novel "Olympiërs" on Mental and Psychological Training
• The Future of Sports Wearables and Their Impact on Athlete Performance
• Transitioning from Professional to Elite Athlete

 

📢 Special Guest: Hans Koeleman

Hans Koeleman shares his unique perspective on the changing attitudes toward mental health and physical wellness in sports, the psychological pressures faced by Olympians, and the future of sports technology. He also provides invaluable advice on transitioning from a professional athlete to an elite competitor and discusses the challenges of retiring from elite sports.

 

✨ Key Highlights:

• Personal stories and reflections on the evolution of mental health in sports
• Detailed insights from Hans's autobiographical novel "Olympiërs"
• Predictions and potential innovations in sports wearables
• Strategies for transitioning between different levels of athletic competition

 

🎥 Watch the Full Episode to Discover:

• How mental and physical training approaches have evolved over the years
• The role of unspoken friendships and mental toughness in achieving Olympic dreams
• Future trends in sports tech and their implications for training and performance
• How to navigate the mental and emotional challenges of retiring from elite sports

Stay tuned till the end for some fun rapid-fire questions and to find out which sport Hans would choose if he could be an athlete in another field.

 

🔔 Plug-Ins:

• Hans Koeleman LinkedIn: https://nl.linkedin.com/in/hans-koeleman-81a90a4
• Mystical Miles: https://mysticalmiles.nl/
• The Blue Hour 2014: https://www.bol.com/nl/nl/f/het-blauwe-uur/9200000025959565/
• Olympiers Novel 2016: https://www.bol.com/nl/nl/f/olympiers/9200000060486730/
• PULSE Sport: https://www.pulsesport.tech/ 

 

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