After completing his third Olympic cycle, Edgar Rivera Morales has set his sights on the 2025 season, with a primary focus on the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan.
Following his participation in the Olympics and a five-week break, the Sonora-born high jumper has resumed training in La Paz, Baja California, under the guidance of Julio Prado. Rivera will spend three months in the city refining his performance in preparation for the indoor season, which kicks off in Europe this January.
“We prepared well to perform at our best in the Olympics, and that experience will guide us moving forward,” Rivera said. “This break allowed me to recover fully, mentally and physically, so I can start the new season feeling motivated and fresh.”
The pre-season stage is critical for Rivera, requiring both in-person and remote coaching. “Pre-season is essential; it lays the foundation for a solid year. Once the indoor season begins, my coach provides remote workouts, but this phase is best done in person,” he explained.
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Rivera’s competitive calendar will likely start in February, with the goal of qualifying for the World Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China, at the end of March. However, his ultimate priority remains the World Athletics Championships in September.
“I’m feeling strong and healthy right now, with no injuries, which is key,” Rivera stated. “Every season, I stay focused on competing and giving my best.”
Although a fourth Olympic appearance is still on the horizon, Rivera emphasized a step-by-step approach: “As long as I stay motivated, feel good, and enjoy what I do, there’s no reason to stop.”
