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Sports Naturopath Kate Smyth from Athletes Sanctuary

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Get ready for an episode full of gold as we dive deep into the wisdom and experiences of our incredible guest, Kate Smyth. A Sport's Naturopath and an endurance running coach, Kate's journey is a testament to resilience, hard work, and the pursuit of dreams with grace and feminine energy. Join us as we explore her captivating stories from the Beijing Olympics and Commonwealth Games, and learn why her journey as an athlete is more significant than the achievements themselves.


In this episode we talk about: 

  • Kate's Journey into Running:
    • Uncover the origins of Kate's love for running and her path to becoming an elite athlete.
    • Life Purpose and Goal Setting:
      • Discover how Kate defines life purpose and the importance of setting meaningful goals.
      • Friendships Through Sports:
        • Explore the profound connections and friendships that sports can cultivate.
        • Embracing Mistakes:
          • Learn from Kate's insights on making mistakes and the valuable lessons they bring.
          • Racing Tactics and Inner Motivation:
            • Gain insights into the world of racing and how our inner motivation, the "inner mongrel," plays a crucial role.
            • Holistic Health and Overcoming Setbacks:
              • Delve into Kate's experiences with health setbacks and her journey towards holistic healing.
              • The Power of Visualization:
                • Uncover the significance of visualization in Kate's approach to training and competing.
                • Competing from Gratitude and Alignment:
                  • Learn how Kate approaches competitions with a mindset of gratitude and alignment.
                  • Navigating Loss and Grief:
                    • Hear Kate's heartfelt stories about navigating major life losses and the grieving process.
                    • Connection to Environment and Performance:
                      • Understand the importance of the athlete's connection to the environment during performance.
                      • Perception in Performance:
                        • Explore the role of perception in achieving peak performance.
                        • Common Athlete Issues in Kate's Clinic:
                          • Discover common issues athletes face, including gut health and anemia, through Kate's perspective as a Sports Naturopath.
                          • Current and Future Offerings:
                            • Learn about Kate's current and future offerings, including her pursuit of a celebrancy license with a focus on baby/infant naming days and ceremonies for infancy loss, miscarriages, and stillborn memorials.

                              • Where to find Kate:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katesmythsportsnaturopath/https://www.instagram.com/athletesanctuary/
                              Website: https://athletesanctuary.com.au/


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