I'm a 2-time Olympic freeski medalist. I don't drink coffee or scroll between runs.

Olympic skier Alex Hall. Provided by Rao's Homemade. This is an as-told-to essay based on a conversation with Alex Hall, an American freestyle skier and two-time Olympic medalist. He spoke with Busin

26 Feb, 05:05 — 26 Feb, 05:05

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In an era where digital distractions are ubiquitous, especially among athletes, this story highlights an Olympic medalist's unconventional approach to maintaining focus during competition. It offers insight into the mental strategies employed by elite athletes to optimize performance, suggesting that avoiding common habits like coffee consumption and phone scrolling can be a key differentiator. This perspective challenges conventional wisdom about pre-competition routines and underscores the importance of personalized mental preparation in high-stakes environments.

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Alex HallTwo-time Olympic freeski medalist YahooNews outlet Business InsiderNews outlet Rao's HomemadeContent provider/sponsor for an article

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