Ivana Španović, the Serbian long jump champion, combines discipline, passion, and health-conscious living to maintain her status as one of the best in the sport. Recently, she shared a video on Instagram emphasizing the importance of making health a daily priority, captioned, “Choice is more important than need. Health dictates the pace of each day, and each day is important. 🍀” Španović’s dedication to her craft and her holistic approach to fitness and mental strength set her apart. From rigorous training routines to celebrating milestones and maintaining a disciplined mindset, Španović continues to inspire fans worldwide. Her belief in herself and commitment to her goals reflect her unwavering drive to excel both on and off the field.
1. She prioritizes her health
She knows how important her health is, and not to take it for granted. “Choice is more important than need. Health dictates the pace of each day, and each day is important. 🍀#rhythmjebitan #yourday #onseason #offseasongrind,” she said on Instagram, translated to english.
2. She gives it her all
She puts effort and her whole heart into competitions and her goals. “"I'm proud of you. It's harder to overcome fear than to succumb to injury. Courage is a heavenly value, injury is just a fact." - Dad ♥️ God knows we tried and gave everything. Thank you all for all the kind words, support, energy and prayers. ♥️🍀🙏🏻Maybe it wasn't meant to be but it was worth the fight,” she said on Instagram, translated to english.
3. She celebrates her goals
She invests in her health and celebrates her progress. “Quality- the more time you invest, the better it becomes ✔️#parís #olympics #athletelife #dreambig #ideto,” she said on Instagram, translated to english. Even heart.org recommends celebrating. “Whether your goal is simple, such as doing 150 minutes-per-week of recommended activity or more complex, such as finishing your first triathlon, write down a meaningful reward before beginning your fitness journey. And make sure you follow through and reward yourself when you reach your goal.”
4. She believes in herself
She works hard and believes in herself. “I'm not betting unless it's on myself ✔️ @olympics vibes every day 😈🍀🙏🏻#olympics #paris2024 #trainstagram #athletetraining #athletemotivation #winwin #dreambig #ideto,” she said on Instagram, translated to english, on a video of her jumping over hurdles and training.
5. She’s disciplined
She’s dedicated and disciplined while training. “My routines are fundamental discipline, not only on the track but also in everyday life. What really makes the difference is the actions we take when we are unmotivated or unmotivated. Every big transformation comes from a series of small, consistent changes that we make imperceptibly. In those little things lies the key to visible and long-lasting changes,” she said on Instagram, translated to english.
