Why do so many successful athletes, coaches, executives, and high achievers eventually burn out?

In this episode of Elevate 2 Great, Trey Fowler sits down with Laura Robichaux, a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, behavior change strategist, and founder of By Way of Grey.

After building a successful career working with major brands and global organizations, Laura reached a breaking point. Her experience with burnout led her to completely rethink what sustainable success actually looks like.

This episode explores:
• Why high performers often ignore burnout warning signs
• The simple habits most successful people overlook
• How coaches can have a lasting impact on athletes
• Why your identity should never be tied solely to performance
• How to build success without sacrificing yourself

Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, entrepreneur, or executive, this conversation offers practical lessons for building a healthier, more sustainable path to success.

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Chapters
01:08 How Sports and Coaching Can Change a Life
06:46 The Hidden Cost of High Performance and Burnout
11:40 Why Coaches Must Help Athletes Feel Seen
18:17 The Foundations Elite Performers Often Ignore
22:38 Why Athletes Can't Tie Identity to Performance
24:22 Sleep, Recovery, and the Science of Peak Performance
39:00 Processing Failure, Grief, and Athletic Identity
52:11 The Simple Habits That Lead to Greatness