Ambassador of Aloha

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Waterman—Duke: Ambassador of Aloha. Relatively few people outside Hawaii know the impact of Duke Kahanamoku (1890-1968). A five-time Olympic medalist, he broke swimming records, helped globalize surfing and was known as the “Ambassador of Aloha,” playing a vital part in supporting Hawaii’s fledgling tourist industry. This documentary, narrated by Jason Mamoa, traces his rise to fame, his battles against racism and his legacy as the face of a changing Hawaii. It features rare archival footage and interviews with surfers including Laird Hamilton, Kelly Slater and Carissa Moore. Waterman is streaming on PBS.

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BarBend. Host David Tao talks all things strength in this CrossFit-heavy podcast, from advice on training and competition to the latest science. Recent episodes focus on injury myths and misconceptions, the best background for CrossFit and interviews with powerlifting world record holders.

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The 11 Mental Skills That Make an Elite Athlete. Research hasn’t been able to agree on what the “it” factor is when it comes to elite athletes but that didn’t stop a team of Canadian Olympic sports psychologists from giving it another try. In this piece, Alex Hutchinson breaks down the latest attempt to define the mental traits or skills that contribute to athletic success.