The Olympic silver medalist in the world of track and field is a testament to exceptional dedication. He clinched the World Championship before the age of 23 and marked his name as the Diamond League Champion. This was followed by winning 7 Diamond League. Now he is a brand partner with Nike.

Kenny Bednarek is decorated with the nickname “Kung Fu Kenny,” which reflects his lightning speed and ability to craft his performance. Bednarek is not only showcasing his resilience on the track but off the track as well as he chose social media to share the importance of maintaining good mental strength. According to Bednarek, the mental preparation one takes is the real game-changer in any sport.

Track and field athlete leads the way in mental health journey

Recently, a video was shared on his official page, Kung Fu Kenny on X, with the caption, “Pro tip: As an athlete, your mind can be your best friend or your worst enemy, depending on how you use it. This is why it’s important to train your mind and get help from a mental coach.”

In the video, he said, “Why am I doing it if I’m not going to be on track and give 110%?” His words prove that mentally he is prepared to face any sort of daunting challenge on the track. He also stressed upon the need to seek help from a mental health coach.

This is not the first time Kenny Bednarek has talked about mental health. In 2020, he had shared about what was going on in his mind post winning the silver medal. In an interview with Kenya’s Capital FM, he said, “For sure, I am tired of being Mr. Silver… getting the second place all the time.” With that, he added, “This year I am coming with a different mentality…the goal is to double (in the 100m and 200m).” His hunger for gold remained unquenched even after claiming a spot at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 World Athletics Championship.

U.S olympian striving to become No. 1

Despite finishing second, the sprinter delivered an incredible performance to the audience at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, crossing the line with a time of 19.68 seconds. In his quest for gold, he also demonstrated his prowess at the 2022 World Athletics Championship, completing the entire track in 19.77 seconds.

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Another interview by TMJ4 came out, where he disclosed, “It’s a constant reminder of what I could have had back then. But now, you know, it’s the goal to get this year. And being the second fastest is nice, but I wanna be, you know, the number one.” Fans are now anticipating him to take on the No. 1 position and deliver his dedication both mentally and on the ground.

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