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8. CHELSEY THARP QUIRK "Bigger Than the Local Park"
04/04/2025
8. CHELSEY THARP QUIRK "Bigger Than the Local Park"
In this episode, Mandi, Wanda, and Chelsey discuss Chelsey's journey in weightlifting, the establishment of her women-only gym, Girls Gone Buff, and the challenges of balancing coaching, competing, and personal life. They explore the importance of creating a supportive environment for women in strength sports, the transition from athlete to coach, and the emotional rollercoaster of training. Chelsey shares her experiences with injury, recovery, and her journey towards motherhood, including fertility treatments and the decision to adopt. Chelsey also talks about her nonprofit initiative aimed at introducing youth to weightlifting, Parish Barbell Athletics, and we’ll be helping to fundraise for her nonprofit for the month of April. Please help us to cross items off their Amazon wish list by sending them straight to the group from Amazon. If you want to contribute $ towards a larger item, please just DM us or Chelsey! Follow the podcast on Instagram: Follow Mandi on Instagram: Follow Wanda on Instagram:
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