So You're A Former Athlete And...

So You're A Former Athlete And...

By Alyssa Acompora, Alyssa HermannSportsHealth & Fitness
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So You're A Former Athlete And... episodes

  • Chasing the High of Game Day

    In this episode, hosts Alyssa and Lyss discuss the emptiness that can arise when the passion from sports isn't transferred into adult life. The convo explores the challenge of finding outlets for this passion and emphasizes the importance of embracing one's athletic identity instead of conforming to societal norms.

    LINKS:

    🔗 Take the Athlete Archetype Quiz! www.beyondtheathlete.net/athletearchetypequiz

    Join The Locker Room: https://beyondtheathlete.ac-page.com/lockerroom

    Tik tok: @beyondtheathlete

    Instagram: @_beyondtheathlete

    19 min
  • The 'I' in Team???

    We’ve all heard it before: “There’s no I in team.” But what happens when the game ends and the team is gone? In this episode, Coach Lyss and Alyssa flip that old saying on its head and dive into what life looks like when all that’s left is the I.

    If you’ve ever missed the camaraderie, routine, or belonging that came with sports, this conversation will remind you...you’re not alone, and there’s power in building both the I and the team in your next chapter.

    LINKS:

    🔗 Take the Athlete Archetype Quiz! www.beyondtheathlete.net/athletearchetypequiz

    Join The Locker Room: https://beyondtheathlete.ac-page.com/lockerroom

    Tik tok: @beyondtheathlete

    Instagram: @_beyondtheathlete

    15 min
  • Four Years for Nine Seconds: The Cost of "Success"

    In this episode of 'So You're a Former Athlete And...', hosts explore the concept of invisible work and its relation to real success. Using Usain Bolt's training as a metaphor, they dive into the patience and consistency required for achievement. The conversation sparks around transferring this athlete mindset to post-sports life, emphasizing that true success often demands years of behind-the-scenes effort.

    LINKS:

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    🔗 Take the Athlete Archetype Quiz! www.beyondtheathlete.net/athletearchetypequiz

    EXCLUSIVE MEMBERSHIP: https://www.beyondtheathlete.net/blueprint

    Tik tok: @beyondtheathlete

    Instagram: @_beyondtheathlete

    Want to Be a Guest? Fill Out this Form: https://forms.gle/cZimpKASJLwBrTnE7

    So You're a Former Athlete Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553111356971

    17 min
  • The Achievement Hangover No One Talks About

    Hosts Lyss and Alyssa get into the concept of imposter syndrome, a common struggle faced by former athletes transitioning into different stages of life. They discuss personal experiences from feeling self-doubt during gym sessions to stepping into intimidating business environments. Through relatable stories, they offer practical advice to help listeners manage imposter syndrome and embrace new challenges with confidence and resilience.

    LINKS:

    🔗 Take the Athlete Archetype Quiz! www.beyondtheathlete.net/athletearchetypequiz

    EXCLUSIVE MEMBERSHIP: https://www.beyondtheathlete.net/blueprint

    Tik tok: @beyondtheathlete

    Instagram: @_beyondtheathlete

    Want to Be a Guest? Fill Out this Form: https://forms.gle/cZimpKASJLwBrTnE7

    So You're a Former Athlete Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553111356971

    16 min
  • It Costs HOW MUCH?!

    Hosts get into the financial challenges that come with transitioning from a collegiate athletic career to adult life. They explore the impact of losing institution-provided resources and provide former athletes with tools to navigate their financial future while highlighting the often overlooked realities of post-sport life.

    LINKS:

    🔗 Take the Athlete Archetype Quiz! www.beyondtheathlete.net/athletearchetypequiz

    EXCLUSIVE MEMBERSHIP: https://www.beyondtheathlete.net/blueprint

    Tik tok: @beyondtheathlete

    Instagram: @_beyondtheathlete

    Want to Be a Guest? Fill Out this Form: https://forms.gle/cZimpKASJLwBrTnE7

    So You're a Former Athlete Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553111356971

    20 min
  • When Good Isn't Good Enough

    This episode unpacks the often overwhelming expectations of maintaining the same high standards without the structured support of sports. From the struggle of feeling guilty for not doing enough to the burnout disguised as ambition, hosts Alyssa and Lyss share important insights on balancing the drive for self-improvement with acknowledging current achievements.

    LINKS:

    🔗 Take the Athlete Archetype Quiz! www.beyondtheathlete.net/athletearchetypequiz

    Beyond the Athlete Blueprint Call: https://www.beyondtheathlete.net/blueprint

    Tik tok: @beyondtheathlete

    Instagram: @_beyondtheathlete

    Want to Be a Guest? Fill Out this Form: https://forms.gle/cZimpKASJLwBrTnE7

    So You're a Former Athlete Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553111356971

    19 min
  • Overcomplicating the Basics: Your Athlete Mindset Is Holding You Back

    Join hosts and former athletes Lyss and Herm as they explore how former athletes often carry their high-performance mindsets into everyday life, leading to overcomplication and stress. They discuss simple, non-negotiable health basics that ex-athletes overlook and emphasize that these basic habits are more effective than chasing complex routines.

    LINKS:

    🔗 Take the Athlete Archetype Quiz! www.beyondtheathlete.net/athletearchetypequiz

    Beyond the Athlete Blueprint Call: https://www.beyondtheathlete.net/blueprint

    Tik tok: @beyondtheathlete

    Instagram: @_beyondtheathlete

    Want to Be a Guest? Fill Out this Form: https://forms.gle/cZimpKASJLwBrTnE7

    So You're a Former Athlete Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553111356971

    17 min
  • Where Your Confidence Went and How to Get It Back

    On this episode of the "So You're a Former Athlete And..." podcast, hosts Alyssa and Lyss dive into the often-overlooked topic of confidence loss when transitioning from an active athletic career to a new life chapter. They explore why many former athletes may feel a dip in self-belief after their sports career ends and offer ways to get that fire back.

    LINKS:

    🔗 Take the Athlete Archetype Quiz! www.beyondtheathlete.net/athletearchetypequiz

    Beyond the Athlete Blueprint Call: https://www.beyondtheathlete.net/blueprint

    Tik tok: @beyondtheathlete

    Instagram: @_beyondtheathlete

    Want to Be a Guest? Fill Out this Form: https://forms.gle/cZimpKASJLwBrTnE7

    So You're a Former Athlete Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553111356971

    14 min
  • You Keep Saying Yes to Everything

    On this latest podcast episode, hosts Lyss and Alyssa discuss the challenges athletes face when transitioning from a sports-focused life full of external boundaries to one where they must set their own. Emphasizing the importance of prioritizing self-care, they address common pitfalls such as overcommitment and people-pleasing, which stem from an ingrained culture of always saying 'yes' and putting the team first.

    LINKS:

    🔗 Take the Athlete Archetype Quiz! www.beyondtheathlete.net/athletearchetypequiz

    Beyond the Athlete Blueprint Call: https://www.beyondtheathlete.net/blueprint

    Tik tok: @beyondtheathlete

    Instagram: @_beyondtheathlete

    Want to Be a Guest? Fill Out this Form: https://forms.gle/cZimpKASJLwBrTnE7

    So You're a Former Athlete Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553111356971

    20 min
  • Episode 43: Guest Mark Buckner, CrossFit Enthusiast and Real Estate Expert

    On this episode of the "So You Are a Former Athlete And..." podcast, host Alyssa Hermann talks with Buck from the Mark Buckner Group about the complexities of real estate for first-time home buyers. They explore the challenging housing market, offering advice for navigating it successfully, especially for listeners in their twenties and thirties.

    28 min

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This podcast is dedicated to exploring the effects that losing your athlete identity has on adult life. From community, to routine integrations, to new passions... We've got you covered.