S2 Ep3: Marcel Hug on motivation

A Winning Mindset

It’s time to get motivated by a true great. ‘Silver Bullet’ Marcel Hug takes time from his extraordinary 2021 to discuss the theme of motivation and how it leads to his perfection on and off the track.

The multiple-time Paralympic gold medallist spoke to Andy Stevenson following his victory at the New York Marathon, opening up on what keeps him motivated and how his coach Paul Odermatt’s encouragement continually gets the best out of a man at the very top of the sporting ladder.

By listening to Hug’s episode, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about how motivation and motivational thoughts come directly from loving what you do in life. This inspirational 30 minutes with a Paralympic Games great is one not to miss.

A Winning Mindset, an award-winning partnership between the International Paralympic Committee and Allianz, is a fascinating journey into the minds of Paralympians, who share experiences that can benefit your own personal and professional life.

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Episodes go beyond Paralympic stories by covering a range of educational, mental health and self- improvement themes. Athletes also tackle subjects that are close to their hearts and of interest to fans. Issues explored include finding purpose, wellbeing, motivation, changing attitudes, overcoming failure, support systems, resilience, positivity, diversity and inclusion, body confidence and many more.

Allianz is a long-standing partner of the International Paralympic Committee. Together, we bring you this series of podcasts. We will introduce you to stories with Paralympians that will spark confidence in your everyday life. Stories of challenges, ups and downs, determination, and excellence. Stories that demonstrate the true power of having the right team behind you. And prepare you for what’s ahead.

The Paralympic podcast series is presented by British broadcaster Andy Stevenson, who has reported on the Paralympic Games since 2012 for BBC and Channel 4.

Featured athletes include Tatyana McFadden, Millie Knight and Arly Velasquez. Make sure you subscribe to hear upcoming episodes from athletes including Sumit Antil and Anastasia Pagonis.