Two-time gold medalist Ashton Eaton on the importance of focus, running, and coffee. By: The Editors (Outside Magazine) Oct 20, 2016 Two-time Olympic gold medalist Ashton Eaton uses the “Gladiator” soundtrack to get pumped up. Photo: AP/David J. Phillip The decathlon requires an athlete to compete in ten track and field events over the course of two days, testing their strength, speed, agility, and dexterity. Because of this, the Olympic gold medal-winning decathlete is usually given the title of World’s Greatest Athlete. Ashton Eaton has twice won the gold medal in the event and currently holds the sport’s world record. We recently sent him the Outside Questionnaire to glean tips about training. What time do you go to bed? Around 10 p.m. What time do you wake up? My wake-up time is 7 a.m., but I will usually wake up before that, around 6:30 a.m. I don’t usually set an alarm. What’s the first important habit of your day? Coffee! My morning coffee is important. I’m no...
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