The Injured Athletes Club

We’re sorry you’re here, but we’re glad you’re here, too! If you’re lucky enough to call yourself an athlete, chances are you’ve been injured. One of the biggest challenges of injury is facing recovery alone. Now, you don’t have to. Mental skills coach Carrie Jackson Cheadle and journalist Cindy Kuzma interview athletes, researchers, clinicians, and others in the field about how to cope with sports injuries and the mental side of the rehab and recovery process. And, Carrie shares some of the mental skills and drills she teaches injured athletes—tools you can use to stay positive and resilient during your recovery. Not only can these strategies help you bounce back stronger from injury, you can use them to rebound from any setback in your sport—or in life. DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk.

108 | Carrie Answers a Question: Contemplating the Crossroads 07/27/2023

108 | Carrie Answers a Question: Contemplating the Crossroads “How do I keep trying in the face of chronic health issues? Sometimes giving up feels like the more sensible choice.” —Sarah “That’s my question too. How do I accept that structural issues are real and we need to accept and move on? There's a lot of discussion here about 'going back to' what we did before, but for some of us (all of us at some point) that is just not possible. I'd rather be able to walk for life without an assistive device than run for a year and then need a walker or cane for the rest of my days. Can you explain how to put the 3 A's (accept, adapt, act) in practice for long-term benefit?” —Yvonne This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers questions from listeners Sarah and Yvonne, who are both wondering when to persist—and when to move on. Standing at this crossroads is never an easy place to be. In her response, Coach Carrie talks about coming to terms with change and its constancy. Accepting that things may not be the same can help you sort through your competing emotions and touch base with your true goals and values. Once you drill down to those, you can start to see if you’re truly ready to move on—or if you’re motivated to do what you need to do to continue. And if you are stepping away from your sport, whether by choice or necessity, she has advice on how to say goodbye. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Resources/links: , by David Richo Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/27554862

107 | Elite Marathoner Maegan Krifchin: Trust in Yourself 07/20/2023

107 | Elite Marathoner Maegan Krifchin: Trust in Yourself “At this point, it’s knowing the warning signs and when you can keep pressing on the gas and when you're kind of like, ah, I gotta, I gotta step on the brakes a little bit … If you've been unlucky and had an injury, you kind of know what it felt, what it feels like, whatever led up to it. You can think, ‘Ooh, this is similar. So maybe I just want to take a day or two off and go in the pool or do some kind of cross training just so I don't repeat history.” Pro marathoner (and full-time occupational therapist) Maegan Krifchin had a pretty incredible fall last year. After what was, in her mind, a suboptimal performance at the New York City Marathon Nov. 6, she finished two more marathons in the span of 30 days—each faster than the last. On Dec. 4, she ran a personal-best 2:29:21 for seventh place at the California International Marathon in Sacramento. And she’s run four more since, including winning the Vermont City Marathon on May 28. On this week’s episode, Maegan points out that it’s taken years of hard work to get strong enough for such a feat—and her lengthy running career hasn’t been only PRs and podiums. She’s had her fair share of injuries, including a hamstring pull less than 10K into the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials. But she’s learned from the setbacks and victories alike, and she has many lessons to share with other runners too, about everything from prehab to nutrition to adjusting your mindset about cross-training. Resources/links: Maegan’s , Twitter, and Facebook page The Runner’s World Cindy wrote about her back-to-back-to-back marathons Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/27512100

106 | Carrie Answers a Question: Julie’s Adjustment 07/13/2023

106 | Carrie Answers a Question: Julie’s Adjustment "I just turned 56 years old and have been making great strides in the mental side of my tennis game and competing. However, last May in a doubles match, I tore a piece of articular cartilage in my left knee. As my orthopedic surgeon has explained to me, that cartilage will never grow back as it was. She has given me suggestions for things that I can do to try to create fibrocartilage, including cross training with cycling and taking Osteo Bi-Flex. Those things, I think, have helped me maintain my ability to play. However, I’m more susceptible now than ever to my knee swelling up or the pain worsening or the pain increasing in frequency. It has been a huge mental barrier with how I look at how hard and how often I can play, on what surface I should play, etc. I am listening to your podcast and to your on audible and enjoying all of it, but I’m wondering if you could give any insight into someone my age with this chronic situation and how to not let fear overtake my ability to compete.” —Julie This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from listener Julie, who is dealing with a chronic injury that’s affecting her tennis game mentally as much as it is physically. In her response, Coach Carrie discusses the learning curve that comes with such diagnoses, and reminds Julie she’s right at the peak of hers. In a way, it’s like starting over, she says—learning to both fuel the passion to compete and the desire to care for the body that Julie is in now. Carrie offers tips to navigate this mindset shift, and assurance to Julie and other athletes like her that although it’s challenging, most athletes find a new routine, and less fear and anxiety, on the other side of these types of transitions. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Resources/links: , which include a pain log Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/27453909

105 | Carrie and Cindy Go FAR (Again) 07/06/2023

105 | Carrie and Cindy Go FAR (Again) “It's really accepting the emotion and coming into the present moment—not time-traveling and wishing things were like they were in the past or time-traveling and wanting this to be over already and thinking about the future. Instead, it’s bringing yourself into the present moment of like, okay, I would prefer to not be feeling this way. I would prefer for this not to be happening. But this is happening, so I need to accept that.” In this week’s episode—a replay from season 1 that’s too important not to re-share—Coach Carrie talks through a mental exercise to get out of sticky situations during your recovery. This one’s called Go FAR, and you can use it anytime you feel trapped or are facing a bump in the road you just can’t see your way over. Go FAR is an acronym for Feel, Accept, Recover. To use it, you’ll tap into your emotions—even the negative ones— rather than push them away. Only then will you be able to move through them into the present reality, where you can take action to move forward in your recovery. Resources/links: Emotion lists: one , one A exercise from Carrie’s website , by Carol Dweck The app Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/27367236

104 | Carrie Answers a Question: Dawn’s Dilemma 06/29/2023

104 | Carrie Answers a Question: Dawn’s Dilemma “A question I think a lot of us have is, when do you let go? That is, when do you realistically decide that the energy, physical, mental and emotional is not going to be rewarded and a change in goals—whether that's physical goals or life goals—is an order? In short, when do you stop beating your head against an immovable wall? This week—in a replay of an episode from season 4—co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from listener Dawn F. What advice can Carrie offer during what may be a time of transition? Can she help Dawn pinpoint her objective, and consider the possibility that it’s OK to pursue it through a different strategy? Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/27315123

103 | Author and Athlete Christine Yu: Writing a New Story 06/22/2023

103 | Author and Athlete Christine Yu: Writing a New Story “My previous perspective, or the way that I have always thought about my body, is that it's injury-prone. That's the narrative I had adopted and often just think of myself and my body in sports, or in doing any sort of physical activity, that it's not quite suited to or made for this type of activity and that there was something just wrong with me, for lack of a better way to say it. Through the course of talking to a lot of experts and pulling this information together for the book, I really recognized that sometimes things just happen. You could be doing everything right and something still happens.” Christine Yu had torn her ACL twice before—in fact, she opens her new book with a story about the moment she felt a twinge on the track. But when it happened again, not long after she turned in her manuscript, she had a whole different perspective on why, and how to cope. That’s because, in her research for , Christine had delved deeply into some of the shortcomings of exercise science research in general, including injury research specifically. In this week’s episode, and her must-read book, Christine illuminates historical disparities in research that harm women and girls—and, in reality, give all athletes incomplete information about their bodies, their health, and their performance. She shares how learning about these gaps can shift the narrative for athletes, and outlines exciting new efforts to fill them. And, she describes the way she’s moving through this latest injury with much more peace and perspective. “Everything will be okay when you're okay with everything,” she says. Resources/links: Christine’s , , and Her book Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/27224934

102 | Carrie Answers a Question: Louise’s Longing 06/15/2023

102 | Carrie Answers a Question: Louise’s Longing “Will I ever be the athlete I was before all of this? My fear isn’t around re-injuring the same part, my fear is, what body part might go wrong next? Is this my body’s way of telling me that my age is finally catching up with me?” —Louise This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from listener Louise, who is trying to navigate through a series of injuries and wondering what impact age is having on her recovery. In her response, Coach Carrie offers some inspiring examples from the world of high-level sports. She explains what it means to look ahead, instead of to the past, by recognizing all you’ve gained through your victories and your struggles. And, she offers a framework for doing so, in the form of the Hero’s Journey. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Resources/links: Recording of the webinar Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/27155220

101 | Football Player & Author Tim Hightower: Playing to Your Strengths 06/08/2023

101 | Football Player & Author Tim Hightower: Playing to Your Strengths “You can't fight for everything in life. But we all have a few things in our lives that are core to who we are, and that pull on us every single day. As much as you can endure, endure, because it's always worth it and it's bigger than you.” Running back Tim Hightower had all the momentum in the world heading into his fourth season in the NFL—a critical year, when contracts are renewed (or, in most cases, aren’t). But a catastrophic ACL tear in a 2011 game, when Washington played Charlotte, took it all away in an instant. Tim didn’t know it then, but it would be four years before he’d return to the field. That’s right—he made his way back to pro level after a break that was longer than most players’ total careers. In this week’s episode, he takes us inside the pages of his revealing book, , to tell us all about how he did it—including the support he got from friends and family, the difficult decisions he made, and steps he took to overcome denial and anger and reframe success at each step along the way. Resources/links: Tim’s and His book, Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/27074118

100 | Carrie & Cindy Celebrate Success 06/01/2023

100 | Carrie & Cindy Celebrate Success “One of the catalysts for us starting the Injured Athletes Club support group and then also doing the podcast is so that you don't feel like you're alone … when you lose your sport, there's sometimes so many little mini-losses that come with that. So to be able to come to the Injured Athletes Club and be a part of a community is so special, and you all are the ones that make that special.” One big message we try to share on this podcast, in our Facebook group, and throughout our work with injured athletes is that it’s essential to celebrate your successes. This week, we’re whooping it up big-time for an accomplishment that’s incredibly meaningful to us—the 100th episode of The Injured Athletes Club! We started this show way back in 2019, and whether you’ve been listening since then or are listening for the first time, we’re glad you’re with us. And we mean that, because this show—this community—is what it is because of YOU, the injured athletes who come here for support and who support each other in turn. So this week, we asked our club members to share with us their biggest takeaways from our book, the podcast, and each other. What you’ve learned, you told us, is that: Recovery is now your sport Healing isn’t linear It’s OK to struggle Support makes it better About that support—we need different, specific kinds You are not alone. Some have been through this before and come out stronger—and others are there with you, right now. Our hearts are so warmed by what you’ve shared, inspired by your journeys, and grateful for the ways you’ve shown up, for other athletes and for yourselves. Thank you, and know that above all else, we’re rooting for you and your rebound. Listen to the show for more—and thank you, truly, for doing so! Resources/links: If you’re newer to the show, explains what it’s all about—and it still holds up, four years later! Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/27006636

99 | Ballet Dancer Chyrstyn Fentroy: Exploring New Identities 05/25/2023

99 | Ballet Dancer Chyrstyn Fentroy: Exploring New Identities “My parents are dancers, so I literally grew up in the studio. Ballet kind of goes hand in hand with my identity—I have always been Chyrstyn the ballet dancer. I didn't realize that until I had it taken away from me and I had to sit down and identify other things that I was interested in. Otherwise, what was I existing for? I think having the confidence of understanding a little bit more about what I want in life that's not just ballet, or what I represent more than just being a ballet dancer or being a pretty mover on stage, was helpful.” is a principal dancer at the Boston Ballet—a vocation that’s equal parts athletic and artistic. Dancing has been her passion since an early age, but when tendonitis in her ankles began worsening a few years ago, she found herself feeling like she was falling out of love. As Chyrstyn explains in this week’s episode, she had to do something—and the pandemic gave her the perfect opportunity, an enforced break in which she could have surgery (which she did as soon as restrictions on elective procedures were lifted). Recovering in a time of lockdown was challenging, especially when the nation erupted in racial protests (which hit home for Chyrstyn, who’s biracial). But with mental health support, patience, and cushy recovery footwear from Oofos—a brand she’s so passionate about, she approached them, and is now part of their ambassador program—she found a deeper purpose to her art and a broader view of her future, and came back mentally and physically stronger. Resources/links: Chyrstyn’s and her profile on the Boston Ballet More of her story on the and in the More about Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26928087

98 | Carrie Answers a Question: Stephanie’s Snag 05/18/2023

98 | Carrie Answers a Question: Stephanie’s Snag “I'd really love to know how to stop comparing the athlete I was before injury to the athlete I am now. I had knee surgery 10 months ago, and even though I'm fully cleared for all activities I am really struggling to get back into a groove with running. Any type of speed work really isn't working for me and I just can't seem to get any speed back. I am so frustrated with my lack of progress and would love to know how I can get over it.” —Stephanie This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from listener Stephanie, who feels stuck comparing herself to the Stephanie of the past as she returns to her training. In her response, Coach Carrie suggests Stephanie—and anyone else rebounding from injury— ensure they’ve truly revisited their goals and set new ones, in light of current circumstances. If your only benchmarks are what came before, or what you’d planned before you got hurt, of course you’ll feel frustrated. But you’re not the same person now; your setbacks have allowed you to grow and evolve into someone else entirely. And if you turn your attention to that athlete instead, and the one you’re striving to become, you may just start to see a whole world of possibilities unfold ahead. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26857353

97 | Carrie & Cindy Ease Your Fears of Reinjury 05/11/2023

97 | Carrie & Cindy Ease Your Fears of Reinjury “One of the biggest challenges athletes face is trying to figure out if the pain that they're experiencing is pain that's a signal to stop or a pain that is okay to push through. Like, ‘When I feel this pain, if I push through, am I going to do further harm? Am I going to make things worse?’ The fear of re-injury helps you pay attention to your pain. But when you are physically cleared to do your physical therapy, or cleared to get back to training and practice and return to competition, yet you're still struggling with that fear—now the fear is holding you back versus preventing harm.” Fear of reinjury can leave even the strongest, bravest athletes stuck in their rehab and recovery. Contrary to popular belief, this fear isn’t a sign of weakness. Rather, it’s an extension of your body’s innate self-protection mechanism—and while it’s often useful, especially early in rehab, it can easily become overactivated and detrimental to your recovery. In this week’s episode, Coach Carrie shares her expertise about coping with these fears. The answer isn’t to ignore them or stuff them in a box, she explains. Rather, you need to turn into them—look them straight in the eye—to understand what’s beneath them, and how to take action. Of course, she’s full of ideas for what those actions should be. Listen in for her advice on the difference between confidence and courage (and how to build one and summon the other); calming the body to calm the mind; and how to find professional support, if you need it. Resources/links: Episode 47: Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26800767

96 | Carrie Answers Your Questions: Re-Finding Your Edge 05/04/2023

96 | Carrie Answers Your Questions: Re-Finding Your Edge “I’d love to know how you ever get comfortable with pushing the limits, or pushing hard again, without being so scared of re-injury. I often feel that in my speed workouts, I’m holding back, afraid to see how hard I can push, because I’m scared, but I also don’t want to let that fear hinder my athletic development! How to strike a healthy balance of ‘fear’ I suppose or learning to listen to your body.” —Jessica “How do I trust my body again, and how do I untangle what is purely mental (fear!) and what is physical (still rebuilding muscle)? How do I separate what I’m afraid to do from what’s actually unsafe to do?” —Stevie This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers two questions from listeners Jessica and Stevie, who are both working to regain their footing as they emerge from recovery. In her response, Carrie explains why the brain works so hard to protect us after an injury, raising all these fears of getting hurt all over again. And, she shares genius tips for learning to trust your body all over again, including the 1% rule. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Resources/links: from The Injured Athletes Club Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26740155

95 | Long Jumper Kate Hall-Harnden: Finding Strength in the Challenge 04/27/2023

95 | Long Jumper Kate Hall-Harnden: Finding Strength in the Challenge [Having type 1 diabetes] comes with a lot of struggles, but I try to kind of embrace those struggles and learn from them and they help me grow. Having that perspective with type 1 helped me with my ACL recovery. Because I could say, ‘Alright, this is going to be one of the hardest times in my life, but in the long run, I will be stronger because of it.” When the 2020 Olympics were first postponed, long jumper Kate Hall looked on the bright side—she’d have more time to train and prepare for the Olympic Trials, which would qualify her for the Games. But a week before her first competition in 2021, she was doing a box jump in the gym and landed wrong. Eventually, she’d learn that she tore her ACL and needed surgery. The setback was devastating, but as Kate explains in this week’s episode, she’s used to overcoming obstacles—she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was 10, not long after she first began participating in track and field. The ups and downs of managing her condition prepared her well for the long process of recovering after ACL surgery. Her resilience has been incredible—even when, not long after we recorded this episode, she found out she’d torn her meniscus and would need another surgery to remove it. But she’s already back to jogging and skipping, and knows she’ll be an even better athlete for it. “Sometimes when you’re at your worst… that’s where you find your greatest strength,” she says. Resources/links: Kate’s , , and page Her , which aims to help people with diabetes achieve their goals Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26655996

94 | Carrie Answers a Question: Family Matters 04/20/2023

94 | Carrie Answers a Question: Family Matters “How can we communicate with our partners, friends, and family about how hard we are finding it to be injured and what we need in terms of emotional support? —Anna “I have the same question: My husband is very helpful in doing physical tasks I still can't manage eight months after a trimalleolar pilon fracture, but he can't accept how severe this injury is, even though he has heard my surgeon explain it. He thinks it's just a broken ankle and thinks I should be back on the tennis court this summer, which is not going to happen since I can't even walk down the stairs properly and without pain.” —Renee This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers not one, but two questions, from listeners Anna and Renee. Both have queries about getting the support they need from the people who care about them the most. In her response, Carrie breaks down why these situations can be so difficult. Often, it’s not that our loved ones don’t want to support us; it’s that there’s a mismatch between the types of support we need and what we’re being offered. Carrie breaks down how to work toward realignment, including the weekly routine she and her husband have that opens time and space for discussions about these topics. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Resources/links: Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26595588

93 | Paralympic Rugby Player and Coach Joe Delagrave: Defining Yourself 04/13/2023

93 | Paralympic Rugby Player and Coach Joe Delagrave: Defining Yourself “Rugby is something I think about all the time. But then going like, if it's gone, am I okay? If it's ripped away, like my able-bodied football career was, am I okay? In that moment, I wasn't. I had to ask, who is Joe in this new life in a wheelchair, and what's my identity? ... I think that's an important piece too, where a lot of athletes—it might not be as devastating as a paralysis, but when they're going through that eight- to 12-month rehab or a two-year rehab, or whatever it is, that identity is gone for a minute there and they have to kind of fight through and ask themselves those questions.” has had to navigate more than one major life shift. He was a tight end at Winona State University in Minnesota, the ultimate team player, when a boating accident after his freshman year broke his neck and paralyzed him. Several years later, he found wheelchair rugby and quickly excelled, helping the U.S. team to Paralympic bronze in London in 2012. He poured all his energy into winning gold in Rio in 2016—then, was cut from the team. In this week’s episode, he describes how he recalibrated to come back and lead Team USA to silver in Tokyo in 2021. Then, he retired from competition to become the head coach, yet another significant transition. Through the ups and downs, he’s learned there’s a lot we can’t control in life. But by leaning on yourself—and the support, effort, love and faith you’ve cultivated—you can chart your own path forward, despite obstacles. Resources/links: Joe’s , , , and page Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26519112

92 | Carrie Answers a Question: Louise’s Lament 04/06/2023

92 | Carrie Answers a Question: Louise’s Lament “I loved the bit in the book where it gave ideas of how to respond to common messages or responses from people. I find it difficult to respond to the two following common comments I get about my injury journey: 1. You'll come out stronger 2. Your injury means you can concentrate on other things that are not your sport.” —Louise This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from listener Louise, who finds herself at a loss for words when people around her express these common sentiments. In her response, Carrie explains that typically, people don’t mean to be hurtful when they say these things. Rather, they may not know how to support you in the way you need to be supported right now. She gives a few potential responses injured athletes can use, based on their mood and how invested they are in each relationship. And, she reminds Louise—and all of us—that each interaction offers an opportunity for us to define ourselves and our stories. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Resources/links: Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26460408

91 | Olympic Heptathlete Annie Kunz: Behave Your Way to Success 03/30/2023

91 | Olympic Heptathlete Annie Kunz: Behave Your Way to Success “I obviously was devastated; there's no way around it. It hit me really hard, and I kind of allowed myself—I tend to do this when I'm going through something like emotional turbulence or something where I'm upset about something going on with my sport or personal life or whatever—I'm like, okay, I'm gonna give myself x amount of time to be sad. Lean into that. Cry it out, feel bad for yourself, like just all the things. And then when that time limit is over, it's like, all right, we did that, we grieved. Now, what can we control? What can we focus on moving forward?” As a heptathlete who competes in seven different events in one track meet, Annie Kunz has to master living in the moment. If something goes wrong in a single event—if, say, she stumbles over a hurdle—she has to put it behind her and get set to perform her best again, and again, and again. Kunz did just that at the 2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials, recovering from a near-fall to win the competition, and a spot on Team USA, in dominant fashion. She went on to place sixth in the Games in Tokyo. And then, as she was preparing to compete for a spot at the 2022 World Athletics Championships, she tore her plantar fascia. Instead of reclaiming her spot among the world’s best, she watched the event as a spectator. In this week’s episode, Annie explained how it felt to drop from such a high to such a low—and how she harnessed the mindfulness she typically employs in competition to navigate her recovery. She got support from a great team, including both a therapist and a mental coach, along with , one of her sponsors, a company that makes innovative weighted vests and workout wear (and where she’s now an equity partner). But she knew she had her own big role to play in her recovery, showing up for herself even on days when it felt hard—in her words, “behaving my way to success.” Resources/links: Annie’s , , and The at the 2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26384751

90 | Carrie Answers a Question: Jennifer’s Journey 03/23/2023

90 | Carrie Answers a Question: Jennifer’s Journey “How can you navigate injury when living alone? An initial challenge for me was being alone (no spouse, boyfriend) and close friends not in the same city. Realize this is not the case for most. One of the biggest issues was physical navigation of surroundings on crutches, no one to help, which leaves one feeling very frustrated initially. The other is an enhanced sense of isolation because nobody is there to obtain feedback, throw water on any emotional fire or otherwise provide distraction, fill air time or offer security. Ironically, being alone provides a buffer from unwanted comments.” —Jennifer This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from listener Jennifer, who’s navigating injury while living alone on her own and wondering how to get the support she needs as she recovers. In her response, Carrie recounts the story of a German shepherd named Ducky, a broken ankle, and a community coming together. She explains some of the most common barriers to reaching out for the help you need, and how to overcome them. And, she reminds all the injured athletes out there that no matter what, you’re never alone; the Injured Athletes Club is here for you anytime. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Resources/links: Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26305380

89 | Olympic High Jumper Priscilla Loomis: Owning Your Narrative 03/16/2023

89 | Olympic High Jumper Priscilla Loomis: Owning Your Narrative “Every twist and turn, it was obstacles, right? And so for me, all I did was thrive. I learned from those. I realized, I can either take it two ways. I can let it overpower me and I crumble, or I freaking thrive and I rise. So that's what I did—I took that road.” When high jumper Priscilla Loomis caught COVID-19 in January 2021, she—and the team doctor—assumed she’d be fine in a few days. But instead, the illness kicked off what she calls “the scariest time of my entire life.” A week later, she still felt dizzy and weak—and, most concerning to the elite athlete, coping with stabbing chest pain. All she wanted was to get back to training, so she could make her second Olympic team. But her cardiologists wouldn’t clear her, saying her heart was inflamed. Priscilla’s roller coaster ride didn’t end there, nor in Tokyo; she shares the whole dramatic tale on this week’s episode (tune in to hear what happens!). But through it all, and now that she’s retired from track and field, her Olympic mindset has allowed her to turn obstacles into opportunities, and never stop telling her own story. Resources/links: Priscilla’s , , and The National Geographic about her COVID experience Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26243154

88 | Carrie Answers a Question: Marvin’s Matter 03/09/2023

88 | Carrie Answers a Question: Marvin’s Matter “Any suggestions on how to deal with family or a spouse telling you that you should quit your sport?” —Marvin This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from listener Marvin, who’s wondering how to handle a loved one who expresses a view that, for many athletes, is very difficult to hear. Most often, your family and friends really do want what’s best for you. That’s where their concern about whether you should continue in your sport comes from, Carrie says. But hearing the suggestion from those whose opinion means the most, just at the time you’re contemplating these questions yourself, can feel “soul-crushing.” In her answer, Carrie explains how—and why—to have this important conversation, so you can both work through your own fears and trauma to reach the other side. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26170320

87 | Weightlifter and Mental Coach Mona de Lacey Pretorius: Don’t Go it Alone 03/02/2023

87 | Weightlifter and Mental Coach Mona de Lacey Pretorius: Don’t Go it Alone "It was one of those that was like, injury leading to injury, and it was strange for me because in my over 20 years as an elite level athlete, I've never had really bad injuries. I've always been one—even though I used to train really hard—I was resilient. I would get niggles and things like that, but I never dealt with anything this big and had it set me back this much. So it really challenged me. I'd say, not just physically, but really on the mental side as well.” After the 2018 Commonwealth Games—where she took home a bronze medal and broke multiple South African records—weightlifter felt like nothing could stop her forward momentum. Her longtime dream, to compete at the Olympics, felt destined to become a reality. But the road leading up to the Games was far more winding than she could have ever expected, including injuries, a pandemic, and travel challenges and restrictions that tested her limits more than any barbell ever had. Mona talks us through it all on this week’s episode, including the dramatic conclusion—listen to hear more. She also explains why, though she’s a mental coach herself, she reached out to a sport psychologist for support. And, she tells us how her experiences have fueled every aspect of her career and the rest of her life (since this recording, she’s become a new mom!). Resources/links: Mona’s , , , and Her —and the video in the episode, about her Olympic journey Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Access for injured athletes while supporting our work Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26093751

86 | Carrie Answers a Question: Cara’s Query 02/23/2023

86 | Carrie Answers a Question: Cara’s Query “After being injured for almost 2 years, I finally found a PT that I could work with to deal with my traumatic ankle injury and have made huge improvements, to the point where I have been able to run pain free more often than not. What I’m struggling with now is keeping up PT exercises. I’m so excited to be running again and quickly am finding that I’m putting all my energy into the sport that I love and am getting very inconsistent with the exercises that will actually keep me able to do it. An additional layer is that I have an autoimmune disease that leaves me with lower energy than I used to have, and I’m choosing to use what energy I do have to run rather than do PT. It’s been a long and frustrating journey to make this progress and I don’t want to lose it. Do you have tips for motivation or advice on how to prioritize the things I know will help me in the long run?” —Cara This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from listener Cara. First, Carrie acknowledges that Cara is far from alone in these struggles—nearly everyone struggles to stick to rehab at some point. By highlighting the difference between passion and motivation, Carrie explains how to shift your mindset to see PT as part of your sport rather than a separate activity, and gives tips on both streamlining your routine and making it second nature. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/26000166

85 | Runner and Dietitian Starla Garcia: Empowerment in Recovery 02/16/2023

85 | Runner and Dietitian Starla Garcia: Empowerment in Recovery “I always felt like I was supposed to help people in general, and then I just thought, ‘Well, maybe this is actually what I'm supposed to help people with, is navigating nutrition and navigating feeling like they don't belong.’” So many athletes who cope with injuries and other setbacks emerge with a powerful drive to give back. For , that desire arose even before she’d reached the other side—when she was still a collegiate runner in the depths of an eating disorder. Even in her darkest days, Starla knew that when she reached recovery, she would want to help other runners in the same position—especially people of color, who are underrepresented in dietetics and eating disorder treatment. As she explains in this episode, overcoming challenges has brought her not only a fulfilling career, but the confidence to advocate for herself and others (including at the doctor’s office—something many injured athletes struggle to do, and Starla has amazing advice about this). And, it’s brought her an entirely new perspective on running, one that allows her joy and freedom even as she reaches better, faster times. NOTE: This episode discusses eating disorders and recovery. If you are dealing with these issues right now and want support, you can call or text the National Eating Disorders Helpline at (800) 931-2237 or chat with someone online at . Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: , which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water , which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes , creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at or by joining . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. Resources/links: Starla’s and Link to the video replay for the IAC webinar she spoke at, Eating During Injury Recovery (doing so helps support the podcast!) , an article by Stacey Megally for Women’s Running /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/25944345

84 | Carrie Answers a Question: Conveying Her Own Challenges 09/15/2022

84 | Carrie Answers a Question: Conveying Her Own Challenges “It's been really interesting, this journey with the left shoulder, because I think finally, one of the things I've come to realize is that maybe I've been a little too patient with the process, sort of comparing it to the right shoulder. With my right shoulder injury, it was a different injury, and there were different things going on. And I knew it was going to be a minimum of a year of PT and that I really had to commit and dive in and trust that it was going to be a long recovery, but that it would pay off and it would work out and it did. And so I took that same approach with the left shoulder and I think I'm realizing that's not the only thing that's it’s going to take to fix this.” —Carrie After posing her own question two weeks ago, co-host and journalist Cindy Kuzma turns the tables on mental skills coach Carrie Jackson for this, the final podcast episode of season 5. Carrie reveals that, while she’s been coaching all of us through our injuries, she’s been coping with her own roller coaster of a journey. Clearly, being a professional doesn’t mean she’s immune from emotions—but she does have the tools to cope, and she shares how she’s been navigating the uncertainties and setbacks. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . New this season: We’re asking listeners to support the show directly, which you can do at . Make a one-time donation or download extras like webinar recordings and resource sheets. Or, you can join as an ongoing member; for $10 a month, you’ll get goodies like podcast extras, live monthly Q&As with Carrie, and discounts from great companies like , , , and . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. Resources/links: The Injured Athletes Club site, where you can download the webinar video on navigating the medical system To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/24367893

83 | Acrobat and Circus Artist Shelli Epstein: Expanding Your Identity 09/08/2022

83 | Acrobat and Circus Artist Shelli Epstein: Expanding Your Identity “I’m walking again, I look like a normal person, I feel very able. But internally, the struggle is, I am not where I used to be. I cannot do the things I love. I cannot run. I cannot jump. So, I still feel the injury is a cloud hanging over me, and I've still got a long way to go. It's an interesting feeling and mental battle that I have with myself on a daily basis.” It was January 2022, and Shelli Epstein was poised to make a big comeback. After an injury and then the pandemic, she was overjoyed to as Running Woman in Cirque du Soleil’s touring show . Icing on the cake: The production was opening at the Royal Albert Hall in London, where she’d fallen in love with the circus as a child. Her performance involves a discipline called the , where, as Shelli puts it, “the margin of error is minimal.” In the private preview performance, her trajectory was just a few centimeters off. She landed on the swing, but in the process, tore ligaments in her foot and damaged her knee. Eight months later, Shelli is still very much in the process of recovery. In the meantime, she’s published a , taken sport psychology courses, and reconnected to who she is, outside of her performances. On this week’s episode, she shares her journey, including the role *our* book Rebound played in helping her through the tougher times. New this season: We’re asking listeners to support the show directly, which you can do at . Make a one-time donation or download extras like webinar recordings and resource sheets. Or, you can join as an ongoing member; for $10 a month, you’ll get goodies like podcast extras, live monthly Q&As with Carrie, and discounts from great companies like , , , and . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. Resources/links: Shelli’s , , and Her book, To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/24310011

82 | Carrie Answers a Question: Cindy’s Concerns 09/01/2022

82 | Carrie Answers a Question: Cindy’s Concerns “What's the best way to remain confident and advocate for yourself when the medical system doesn't seem to be working for you? Recovering from this stress fracture, I've had a number of instances of having to push back. First there was the surgeon I went to for a second opinion who told me I didn't need surgery—but that my body was trying to tell me "something," namely that I'm not a gazelle and I should probably stop running long distances. Then there was the primary care doc who said she couldn't order thyroid tests, instead shaming me for not making an appointment with the specialist (whose office took three months to return my calls). I have a great support system and several doctors and PTs who've been wonderful, but it's still hard on some days to weather these bumps in the road and persist in getting the care I believe I need to recover fully, whatever I decide to do with my running in the future.” —Cindy This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from a listener—or, more accurately, from her co-host! She begins by commiserating about the sometimes-unintentional callousness of medical providers, but then provides actionable advice, including phrases to keep in your back pocket for difficult encounters. And, she reassures Cindy and everyone else that they’re worthy of support, even if they have to advocate fiercely to receive it. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . New this season: We’re asking listeners to support the show directly, which you can do at . Make a one-time donation or download extras like webinar recordings and resource sheets. Or, you can join as an ongoing member; for $10 a month, you’ll get goodies like podcast extras, live monthly Q&As with Carrie, and discounts from great companies like , , , and . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. Resources/links: The Injured Athletes Club site, where you can download the webinar video on navigating the medical system To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/24232509

81 | Runner Pippa Woolven: Recovery from RED-S 08/25/2022

81 | Runner Pippa Woolven: Recovery from RED-S “I think first of all, it is so easy to dismiss this diagnosis and think there must be something else the matter, because the symptoms are so extreme and it is hard to believe that it can be something as simple and as basic as an energy imbalance. But it really can. And until I was brave enough to get really honest with myself and almost reach a point where I had to admit that there was an energy imbalance there, it was hard to buy into it.’” British runner Pippa Woolven was 19 and running collegiately when her once-promising athletic career took a turn. She began developing a wide range of symptoms—small injuries, frequent colds, dark moods. And after a brief period of time when she was running faster, her training and racing began to suffer, too. As she explains on this week’s episode, it took some time, some bravery, and a blog post by another athlete that echoed Pippa’s experiences before she got to the bottom of the issue. She had relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S), a condition in which her caloric intake wasn’t sufficient to support both her training and her body’s other essential functions. Eventually, Pippa recovered. Now, she’s the founder and director of Project RED-S, an organization that aims to provide the resources she didn’t have when she was solving her own puzzle. “Thankfully, this is an issue we can prevent and we can recover from,” she says. “I think not enough people are sharing those messages." New this season: We’re asking listeners to support the show directly, which you can do at . Make a one-time donation or download extras like webinar recordings and resource sheets. Or, you can join as an ongoing member; for $10 a month, you’ll get goodies like podcast extras, live monthly Q&As with Carrie, and discounts from great companies like , , , and . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. Resources/links: The Project RED-S and Pippa’s The Runner’s World about her To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/24159630

80 | Carrie Answers a Question: Surviving Setbacks 08/18/2022

80 | Carrie Answers a Question: Surviving Setbacks “I want to know how to deal with the ups and downs, feeling good then having a setback over and over and over. In the beginning it’s easier to know it won’t last, but when it keeps happening it gets harder to get through it. Also how to be more patient.” —Kaili “I am struggling with the fact that I have been dealing with a stress fracture since January from a car accident, have followed all my doc's advice, and just had a setback again. So why, if I keep following the rules, AND my latest MRI shows the stress fracture is mostly gone, am I still having setbacks? There will be no tri season for me this year.” —Amy “I would say how to handle the unexpected setbacks and the constant fear or having one. I feel like I cannot trust my body anymore.” —Erica This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers three MORE questions from listeners. Setbacks are a part of the process, and how you react to them helps determine how they’ll affect you. It’s never fair when you encounter one, but there are ways to reframe them to minimize their impact. Listen as Carrie talks us all through the process of viewing obstacles as opportunities, recognizing the gifts in our struggles, and seeking the support we need to get through it all. Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to . New this season: We’re asking listeners to support the show directly, which you can do at . Make a one-time donation or download extras like webinar recordings and resource sheets. Or, you can join as an ongoing member; for $10 a month, you’ll get goodies like podcast extras, live monthly Q&As with Carrie, and discounts from great companies like , , , and . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/24083742

79 | Pro Triathlete Sika Henry: The Power of Representation 08/11/2022

79 | Pro Triathlete Sika Henry: The Power of Representation "At first it was a bit difficult, talking about it and reliving it, but now I see how powerful that can be. You wouldn't believe how many stories I hear. I swear every time somebody crashes really bad on their bike, they reach out to me. It’s incredible—I don't think people realize that about themselves when they reach out, but literally they will be in the hospital messaging me, ‘How did you get through this? How quickly did you come back?’ I say, ‘if you’re already thinking about it, that right there goes to show how strong you are. If you want to come back, you will once you're clear.’” The first time she lined up for a triathlon in 2013, was hooked—but she noticed something out on the course. Or rather, she noticed what wasn’t there: any other people of color competing alongside her. From that moment, she dedicated herself to becoming the first Black woman to earn her pro card in the sport, hoping to show others what was possible. A serious bike crash during a race in 2019 nearly derailed her. But with such a powerful mission, she returned to finish what she started. In this week’s episode, Sika shares the key question from her dad, and the messages from fans, that kept her moving; the creative solutions her coach developed to help her train during recovery; and more about her efforts to increase diversity in the sport through efforts such as the . New this season: We’re asking listeners to support the show directly, which you can do at . Make a one-time donation or download extras like webinar recordings and resource sheets. Or, you can join as an ongoing member; for $10 a month, you’ll get goodies like podcast extras, live monthly Q&As with Carrie, and discounts from great companies like , , , and . You can subscribe to on , , , , , or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in . That helps other injured athletes find the show. Resources/links: Sika’s , , , and (including the about her accident—which has some intense images) Her Slowtwitch about race starts To access more resources for injured athletes: Buy —now available as an ! Join The Injured Athletes Club , for news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club , for support and camaraderie Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast , for the latest episodes Email us at with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk. /episode/index/show/theinjuredathletesclub/id/24019965

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