Perfectionism (Episode 103)

Perfectionism can be exhausting, especially in endurance sport. Athletes expect to have the *perfect* race. With the upcoming Ironman World Championship race in Kona, it’s essential to understand what perfect is. And how does this idea of “perfect” exclude certain groups of people?

This week, Shaunna and Lisa dive into how the definition of perfect was defined, and what groups are included in this definition. Perfection in terms of athletic performance is tied to a specific type of performance, which, as the duo discusses, has distinct roots back to whiteness and maleness. And how do we oppose the perfection that comes from a fast time, and invite the perfection that comes from having a race that feels good?

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