Adaptability Is the Advantage for Speed Skater Clayton DeClemente
Speed skater Clayton DeClemente goes into every race with a base plan, a default approach if nothing unexpected happens. But as he puts it plainly, “inevitably, it doesn’t work that way.” Learning to adapt under pressure has helped propel him to his first Olympic berth in Milan.
From Setbacks to Choosing Joy: How Julie Letai Redefined Success on the Road to Milan
Just recently named to the 2026 Olympic Team, Julie is now a two-time Olympian in speed skating. She’s been on the ice since she was two years old, and her career has stretched across multiple Olympic cycles, World Championships, and (most importantly) seasons of growth that didn’t always show up neatly on a results sheet.
Full Speed, Clear Mind: Mia Manganello on presence Headed into Her Third Olympics
Preparing for her third Olympic Games, speed skater Mia Manganello offers a refreshing perspective on confidence. In a candid conversation with Back The Team, she shares how her mindset centers on one simple truth: be present.
Introducing: Kickstart 2026 with Confidence!
Over the next few weeks, we will be diving into the stories of 2026 Olympic hopefuls and the mindset they are bringing into qualification and competition at the Games. It’s time to kickstart the year with confidence! Get excited to learn from world-class athletes who are working to do the same.
2025 Wrapped
Back The Team didn’t just launch in 2025. It proved something: That mindset mentorship led by elite athletes works. Let’s rewind the moments that set us up for a record-breaking 2026 🚀