- To get an insight into the thinking behind the game and what it takes to be a perfect Olympian, read our article.
- Visit our Olympics portal where you can explore the Ancient Olympics with an illustrated map, timeline and random quote generator.You can also read a series of academic articles related to the Olympics here.
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- Discover more about The Open University services for disabled students
The physical Olympian
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Shape and size matter – but are they the difference between success and failure in sport? Simon Rea explains. Read more : The physical Olympian
The psychological Olympian
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Whilst sport is a largely physical endeavour, the psychological aspects of sports performance, and the role of the coach, should not be underestimated. Read more : The psychological Olympian
The social Olympian: Family and geography
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Ben Oakley explores some of the social factors significant in developing top sports people. Read more : The social Olympian: Family and geography
The social Olympian: pathways to success
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Ben Oakley, a former Olympic coach himself, reviews what is known about the typical pathways to sporting success and the different factors involved... Read more : The social Olympian: pathways to success
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