Please note that this is a re-uploaded podcast from Season 1 (episode 14) of The Firmly Planted Podcast. "I didn't finish - but throughout the whole race/trip I didn't quit... that's what they look for - who doesn't quit, who cracks under pressure, and who wants to go home. I ended up pulling a result during the last stage, placing 4th in the time trial. I was no longer one of the top in America, I was placing top 5 in Belgium - amongst some of the best in the last day of a stage race." - Eamon Lucas Determination. Grit. Perseverance... this is what is takes to be at the top. At the end of the day, it is more than just your aerobic and anaerobic engine - you need to be more than just physically prepared, you need to be mentally prepared. If you want to make it in cycling, you need to be mentally prepared to keep grinding, doing whatever it takes to achieve your dreams - even if that means moving to a foreign country and keeping your culture at the front door. This mindset is truly at the core of the Kermesse King, Eamon Lucas. In today’s episode, Eamon and I talk about his life growing up in California, his aspirations of becoming a World Tour pro, racing bikes in Europe, developing a positive mental attitude, and what Belgium kermesse racing is really like. You can follow his journey on instagram, which is @eamon_lucas. Season 2 of the 'The Firmly Planted Podcast' is presented by Optibrew. Visit www.optibrewcoffee to sign up for the launch and learn more about their performance enhancing coffee blends and how they are revolutionising the endurance sport industry (launching July 31st 2021).  Instagram: @optibrew