John Collins Interview on Team GB & Rower Training

The video discusses the benefits of altitude training, emphasizing the physical and mental challenges it presents. It highlights how this training can provide a competitive edge early in the year. The speaker reflects on past Olympic experiences, particularly the Rio performance, and how these experiences shape their preparation for Tokyo 2020. The focus is on using past lessons to drive future success, with the ultimate goal of performing well in the upcoming Olympics.

What is one of the main benefits of altitude training according to the speaker?

• It improves mental clarity.

• It increases the stress on the body.

• It enhances social skills.

• It reduces training time.

How does the speaker describe the mental challenge of altitude training?

• It is 50% easier than physical training.

• It is not challenging at all.

• It is equally challenging as physical training.

• It is 50% harder than physical training.

What past event has influenced the speaker's preparation for Tokyo 2020?

• The London 2012 Olympics

• The Rio 2016 Olympics

• The Beijing 2008 Olympics

• The Athens 2004 Olympics

What does the speaker say about the focus after participating in the Olympics?

• It shifts to multiple races.

• It becomes less intense.

• It remains on the same race.

• It focuses on the next Olympics.

According to the speaker, what dictates the current training efforts?

• The desire to win medals

• The final race

• The coach's instructions

• The team's performance