Ireland’s elite athletes have one ambition for 2020 — to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics. Sharon Ní Chonchúir talks to four contenders about the steps they are taking to foster a winning mindset. When she does find her spirits lagging, however, she reminds herself of why she’s doing what she’s doing. “At the moment, I’m training for up to five hours a day, seven days a week,” he says. “I like training by myself so that I can focus on what I’m doing but a group can help you through tough sessions,” he says.

Source: Irish Examiner December 27, 2019 09:56 UTC