In this episode of The Elite Podcast, we speak with Bianca Cook, a three-time world champion and double Olympic medalist in Taekwondo. Bianca shares her journey from starting Taekwondo at age 11 to her rise through the ranks, discussing the challenges she faced, including multiple knee surgeries, and her mindset that helped her stay on top. She also talks about her upbringing in Liverpool, the influence of her family, and her plans the future including media presenting and opening a multi-combat gym. Tune in to hear Bianca's insights on resilience, competition, and staying motivated.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:29 Life in Liverpool
04:49 Joining the National Team
07:58 Overcoming Injuries
16:30 Achievements and Championships
22:45 Olympic Selection Disappointment
27:41 The Unpredictability of the Olympics
29:04 The Prestige of the Olympics vs. World Championships
30:38 The Mental and Physical Challenges of Competition
31:10 The Importance of a Positive Mindset
32:11 Overcoming Injuries and Adversities
32:47 The Rigors of Taekwondo Training
37:26 The Role of Competitiveness in Training
41:04 The Influence of a Training Partner
44:07 Future Plans
49:36 Conclusion

The Elite Podcast is a brand-new show where host Lee Matthews speaks to individuals who are at the top of their industry and profession. The guests will be from different backgrounds including combat sports, military, and business to coaching. Lee will be finding out along with you why they have become the best in their fields and enjoyed acclaimed success and what they all share – their determination to become ELITE in their field.

Lee Matthews is a former paratrooper, kickboxing world champion and now entrepreneur. He is the owner of the UK's biggest chain of martial arts centres.

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