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:
<ul class="ul1">
<li class="li1">Are you still an athlete without an event to aim for?</li>
<li class="li1">Is identity shaped by how we see ourselves, or how others see us?</li>
<li class="li1">Why it’s vital to build interests beyond swim, bike, run.</li>
<li class="li1">Practical ways to navigate transitions and protect your sense of self.</li>
</ul>
A conversation every athlete will face sooner or later.
 
Resources & Links:
Check out this blog post which explains <a href='https://www.beyourbestversion.co.uk/post/understanding-change-the-change-house'>The Change House model</a>
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<li class="li1">Models on managing change (including The Change House). Links in show notes.</li>
</ul>
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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