Q: What are the keys to learning a new track like pro drivers do so quickly?
Q: “What are the keys to learning a new track and getting up to speed quickly like the pro-drivers do?”
178 – Loni Unser: Learning Racing at the Dinner Table
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On this week’s episode of Speed Secret Podcast, Loni Unser (yes, of THE Unser family) joins me to talk about her absolute love of the sport. Can you guess what the number one thing is that she’s learned from her family who has a total of 9 Indy 500 wins? She dishes.
We also discuss the importance of patience in racing, how important confidence is – especially for a woman in racing, and why “never coast” is bad advice.
Q: How can I stop myself from being overly-analytical with my driving?
Q: “What’s your favorite way to stop over-analyzing and just drive? I’ve heard you talk about this on your podcast and webinars, but please tell me again how I can drive faster by not thinking so much.”
177 – Don Kitch: Do-Overs & Do-Agains 2021
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On this week’s episode of Speed Secrets Podcast, Don Kitch, old friend and founder/owner/chief instructor of ProFormance Racing School, shares what he would do differently if he could do it all over again. We also discuss fear, micromanaging, knowing when to call it quits, the downside of instructing, and the pros and cons of keeping your club racing equipment when going pro racing.
Q: I fall asleep on the grid at races – what should I do to stop this?
Q: “How do you stop falling asleep on the grid? I’ve been racing for years, and I find myself falling asleep on the grid often, so what can I do to deal with this?”