Introducing Megan Henry, former USA #1, also known as The Savage Meglet—a dynamic blend of tenacity, resilience, and unyielding determination. From competing in Division 1 Field Hockey and Track to making waves in the Army, Megan's adventurous spirit led her to the thrill of 80 mph head-first sledding as a member of Team USA Skeleton and the Army World Class Athlete Program.

However, Megan's athletic career faced a daunting halt when she was diagnosed with severe blood clots, casting doubts on her future in sports.

Defying the odds, Megan refused to let this diagnosis define her limits. She redefined her narrative, proving that being sidelined was not the end of her story.

Today, Megan is a beacon of inspiration, coaching elite athletes and high performers to master their own narratives.

She teaches them to harness the transformative power of their words and subconscious minds, enabling them to unlock their full potential and excel in their respective arenas.

In this Episode, Megan Henry discusses the differences between training and development structures in the US and Germany, the lack of awareness and popularity of skeleton and bobsled in the US, her recruitment into skeleton, her decision to join the Army, her experience with a life-threatening health condition, the importance of mindset and meditation, and the balance between coaching and her own training. Megan discusses the importance of having a support system and being vulnerable in order to succeed. She emphasizes the need for coaches and mentors who are fully committed to their clients and provide unwavering support. Megan also shares her pillars for success, which include structure, awareness, visualization, affirmation, gratitude, and execution. She highlights the power of visualization and self-talk in achieving goals and overcoming obstacles. Additionally, Megan speaks out against the pharmaceutical industry and shares her personal experience with birth control, encouraging others to explore alternative options and take control of their own bodies.

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Takeaways

Germany has a solid training and development structure for skeleton and bobsled, while the US lacks support and funding.Skeleton and bobsled are not well-known or popular in the US compared to Europe.Megan Henry was recruited into skeleton by Alana Myers Taylor and initially tried bobsled before switching to skeleton.Megan Henry joined the Army because she felt it was an honorable thing to do and it provided opportunities for physical and mental growth.Megan Henry overcame a life-threatening health condition and used mindset and meditation to heal and continue competing.Creating a morning routine and dedicating time for self-care and personal development is important for high achievers.Megan Henry coaches based on her own experiences and what she wishes she had known earlier in her career. Having a strong support system and being vulnerable are crucial for success.Coaches and mentors should be fully committed to their clients and provide unwavering support.Visualization and self-talk are powerful tools for achieving goals and overcoming obstacles.The pharmaceutical industry can be harmful, and it's important to explore alternative options and take control of our own bodies.