Watching the Olympics, you can’t help but be amazed by the athleticism, power, strength and mental resilience of the athletes. Their dedication is truly admirable! Although we may not be Olympians, we can certainly learn from these athletes. Personal trainer and international motivational speaker Brett Klika has worked with Olympic hopefuls. In the American Council on Exercise blog, Klika shares training secrets that help these athletes become better at their health and fitness to someday bring in the gold.

While you may not be suiting up to compete in the Paris Olympics, non-Olympians like you and me can learn a lot from the world class athletes who are. The same process that helps these champions hone their bodies and minds to set world records can actually help non-Olympians improve their health, fitness and overall well-being. From the importance of coaching to effective recovery strategies, these training secrets can take your fitness to the next level.

Prior to the Sydney Oly...