Notes on Carlos Yulo's Journey to Olympic Success

Introduction

• Carlos Yulo aimed for two Olympic gold medals for the Philippines.
• He had a supportive team, including sports occupational therapist Hazel Cawood.

Hazel Cawood's Background

• Lyn Hazel Cawood is the official sports occupational therapist for Carlos Yulo.
• Cawood's athletic background:
  • Varsity swimmer in high school.
  • Part of the Aero Gymnastics Philippine National Team.
  • Passion for dancing, which began in college.

Passion for Sports

• Cawood is passionate about sports, which fulfills her soul.
• Studied manual therapy, mental health services, and brain function to support athletes better.
• As an occupational therapist, she combines various aspects of health and wellness in her approach.

Role in Carlos Yulo's Training

• Focuses on more than just strength and conditioning:
  • Provides tips on muscle activation for better performance, such as achieving perfect landings.

Impact of Yulo's Olympic Wins

• Yulo's historic wins have brought attention to the Philippine sports industry.
• Two key messages from the Olympic achievements:
  1. Science is a superpower.
  2. Increased interest in the development of the Philippine sports industry.
• Cawood expects that the next generation of athletes will receive more attention regarding emotional, psychological, and mental aspects of sports.