With Britain securing its best ever performance at the European Athletic Championships in Barcelona, find out why top athletes Mo Farah, Jenny Meadows, Dai Greene and Phillips Idowu are dedicated to raising their game. The former Celebrity Masterchef champion, Jayne Middlemiss, explains how yoga helped her through the stress of her experience.
Mo Farah
"Anything is possible," says the double European long distance champion runner.
- Playing to your strengths.
- Organising your time effectively.
- The importance of support.
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Jayne Middlemiss
The television and radio presenter tells us how yoga can help to develop perspective and balance.
- The importance of participation.
- Learning a new skill.
- Working well as a team.
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Dai Greene
The Welsh hurdler believes "You have to persevere, put in the hard work and the results will come."
- Coming back from injury.
- Mental preparation.
- Working well as a team
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Bertus Smit
"Get your education first and if you think you're good enough, give it a go," says the South African professional golfer.
- Building a good foundation for learning.
- The rewards of dedication.
- The positives behind a competitive nature.
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Jenny Meadows
The European bronze medal winning 800m runner tells us why "I wouldn't be doing it today if I didn't enjoy it."
- Making friends through sport.
- Keeping on track with your goals.
- Working towards a challenge.
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Christy O'Connor Jnr
The former Ryder Cup and World Cup golfer reveals why concentration is key to success.
- Maintaining focus.
- Careers around sport.
- Key skills.
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