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TED Talks from pro athletes

What can you learn from the world’s top athletes — beyond strength and speed? From Olympic champions to legendary coaches, explore how these elite athletes build the mental grit it takes to stay focused, break through fear and redefine what’s possible.

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Candace Parker

How to break down barriers and not accept limits

11 minutes 19 seconds

Russell Wilson

My secret to staying focused under pressure

6 minutes 2 seconds

Billie Jean King

This tennis icon paved the way for women in sports

15 minutes 55 seconds

Alex Honnold

How I climbed a 3,000-foot vertical cliff -- without ropes

11 minutes 39 seconds

Serena Williams and Gayle King

On tennis, love and motherhood

18 minutes 19 seconds

Alex Smith

An NFL quarterback on overcoming setbacks and self-doubt

13 minutes 59 seconds

Shane Battier

An NBA champion's advice on being a top teammate

10 minutes 37 seconds

Emmanuel Acho

Why you should stop setting goals (yes, really)

11 minutes 54 seconds

Taylor Lynn Carpenter

Parkour! How the sport keeps your body and mind fit

6 minutes 44 seconds

Allyson Felix

An Olympic champion's mindset for overcoming fear

9 minutes 17 seconds

Bonnie Hancock

My epic journey becoming the fastest person to paddle around Australia

10 minutes