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"If it scares you, it’s probably worth doing."
For Lara Dallman-Weiss, taking the leap—both on and off the water—has shaped her into the elite athlete she is today. A two-time Olympic sailor who grew up in Minnesota and now calls Miami home, Lara’s journey to the Games wasn’t always straightforward. From playing basketball and track in her youth to making the bold decision to move across the country for college sailing, she's continuously chosen courage over comfort.
In this episode, Lara shares how she went from a young girl in a summer sailing camp to competing on the world’s biggest stage. She talks about the mental and physical demands of Olympic sailing, the thrill of standing alongside her sports heroes at the Opening Ceremony, and the intense preparation it takes to race for six grueling days. “People think of the Olympics as a 10-second sprint. For us, it’s a six-day marathon.”
But the journey doesn’t stop at the finish line. Lara opens up about navigating life beyond elite competition, her search for what’s next, and how she’s learning to embrace uncertainty with the same mindset that got her to the Games. “Instead of being scared, I choose to take opportunities.”
Her advice? Sign up for the thing that scares you. Whether it's a new class, a road race, or an adventure you've been hesitating on—just do it.
Photo provided by Lara.
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