To have any doubt in your body is the biggest weakness an athlete can have. There are times when I physically can't get myself to go for a skill because I'm thinking, 'My knee hurts really bad.'
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
The knee just isn't 100 percent. It's hard to be out there when you know that you can't play at your best and could potentially make it worse.
Too many athletes do not admit their weaknesses.
I mean, as an athlete, as a competitor, you have to have that belief in yourself.
My weaknesses are my jumps. The reason is that although I land them in practice, when I actually compete or perform, I should let my body go and stabilize my mind better. Also, I need to work on not letting negative thoughts and emotions get to me on the ice.
I always believed in my ability, but I think in any sport you need that little bit of luck.
The most important thing for any athlete is to know his ability. If you know your ability and have even a little bit of a strong mindset, you can get success, because your ability takes you to success.
As an athlete, you are literally programmed to endure a specific amount of pain.
For an athlete, the biggest pressure comes from within. You know what you want to do and what you're capable of.
Have you noticed that whatever sport you're trying to learn, some earnest person is always telling you to keep your knees bent?
I don't think, as a player, I have a weakness on the field. I've done a great job of becoming good at everything, so I think that's what separates me.