Chasing Olympic Dreams and Finding Balance
Here’s what you’ll hear:
In this this episode, meet Annie Kunz, an Olympian with a remarkable story far beyond her athletic achievements. Starting track and soccer at a very young age, Annie excelled in both sports, earning a scholarship in soccer to Texas A&M.
Despite initial expectations of a professional soccer career, she found immense success in track and field, qualifying for the Olympic trials and competing in the Tokyo Olympics. Annie shares her experiences of overcoming challenges such as mental health struggles, body image issues, and the impacts of the pandemic on her Olympic journey.
She also emphasizes the importance of enjoying the journey, balancing life, and discovering one's identity outside the sport. Whether you’re chasing dreams as an athlete, entrepreneur, or in any other field, Annie's resilient and inspiring story will resonate deeply.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Annie Kunz
00:30 Annie's Early Years in Sports
01:06 College Life and Athletic Achievements
02:02 Transition to Professional Track and Field
02:54 Olympic Trials and Achievements
05:55 Challenges and Injuries
13:06 Mental Health and Identity Beyond Sports
24:52 Embracing Extremes in Diet
25:21 Steak for Breakfast: A Game Changer
26:43 Cutting Out Environmental Toxins
27:41 The Importance of Personalized Supplements
31:07 Training Partners and Competition
33:40 Transitioning from Athletics to New Ventures
35:12 The Power of Meditation and Journaling
41:12 Advice for Aspiring Athletes
45:08 Starting New Endeavors
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