Below is an article written by Ross Enamait, a boxer, coach and trainer who has written several books on training for combat sports. The article is based around grit as a key to success both in sport and in life in general.
“In the video below, Angela Lee Duckworth describes what I consider to be one of the truly integral components to success. And while her discussion is not specific to athletic development, her definition of grit is relevant to athletes from all sports.
In Angela’s words:
“Grit is passion and perseverance for very long term goals.””
For the rest of the article, check the link below:
http://rosstraining.com/blog/2015/06/26/the-key-to-success-grit/
(Reproduced under fair-use and with credit)