Simon Ward, Be Battle Ready - The podcast for strength, resilience, and longevity

Without a Goal on the Calendar, Do You Still Count as an Athlete?


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Most of us define ourselves by the training plan, the race on the horizon, the number pinned to our chest. But what happens when that’s gone — through injury, retirement, or just life getting in the way?

In this episode, Simon and Beth dig into the messy subject of identity in sport:

  • Are you still an athlete without an event to aim for?
  • Is identity shaped by how we see ourselves, or how others see us?
  • Why it’s vital to build interests beyond swim, bike, run.
  • Practical ways to navigate transitions and protect your sense of self.
  • A conversation every athlete will face sooner or later.

     

    Resources & Links:

    Check out this blog post which explains The Change House model

    • Models on managing change (including The Change House). Links in show notes.
    • Coming up soon:

      Episodes on fasting, and why so many runners notice a decline in their 50s (and what you can do about it). If you have questions, please share them with us.

      Battle Ready reminder:

      WE DON'T RUST, WE RISE!

       

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