Gracie & Alysha Newman on Pole Vaulting, Getting Banned, & Dating as an Athlete

Gracie & Alysha Newman on Pole Vaulting, Getting Banned, & Dating as an Athlete

Olympic bronze medalist, Canadian record holder, and three time Olympian Alysha Newman joins me for one of the most honest conversations we've had on Athletes After Hours. We talk about the incredible high of finally standing on an Olympic podium after years of setbacks, heartbreak, and self-doubt, as well as the mental blocks that once left her questioning whether she'd ever reach her full potential. Alysha opens up about working with an EMDR specialist to heal from past trauma, rebuild her confidence, and unlock a version of herself she didn't know was possible. She also shares the story behind the two year ban that changed the trajectory of her career, the emotional toll it took on her identity, and how she found the strength to keep showing up when walking away would've been easier. At its core, this is a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and what happens when you're forced to bet on yourself. Now, with her eyes set on LA28, Alysha is chasing the biggest comeback of her career, and proving that sometimes the greatest victories come long after you've been counted out. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: graciekramerteam@unitedtalent.com * WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M * LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9] * LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066] FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — * INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr]) * TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3 [https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3]) * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv * FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

Gracie & Her Dad on Sports Medicine, Preventing Injury, & Doing Surgery on His Daughter

This week's episode of Athletes After Hours is a special one because I'm sitting down with someone who has shaped nearly every part of my journey: my dad. As an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine professional who has worked with some of the world's top athletes through organizations like the World Surf League, he's spent his career helping people get back to doing what they love. But beyond the accolades and accomplishments, he's also the person who raised me to value movement, prioritize my health, chase excellence, and develop a deep appreciation for what the human body is capable of. In this Father's Day episode, we talk about everything from sports injuries and recovery to parenting, purpose, resilience, and the lessons he's learned from a lifetime spent caring for athletes. Whether you're an athlete, a parent, or someone simply trying to live a healthier life, this conversation is packed with wisdom, perspective, and a lot of heart. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: graciekramerteam@unitedtalent.com * WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M * LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9] * LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066] FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — * INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr]) * TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3 [https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3]) * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv * FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

Gracie & Rachel on Running 250 Miles, Breaking Records, & Proving Women Can Do Anything

In this episode of Athletes After Hours, I am so honored to sit down with ultrarunner and physical therapist Rachel Entrekin fresh off one of the most remarkable performances in endurance sports history. Rachel opens up about what it was really like to run 250 miles across the Arizona desert, endure extreme sleep deprivation, battle through unimaginable physical and mental challenges, and ultimately become the first woman ever to win the Cocodona 250 outright, crossing the finish line ahead of all the men and women in the field. But this conversation goes far beyond running. Rachel shares her deeply personal journey recovering from an eating disorder, including the difficult reality of going to rehab twice and rebuilding her relationship with food, exercise, and herself. Together, we explore how healing, not restriction, became the foundation that allowed her to perform at the highest level and how learning to properly fuel her body ultimately helped her accomplish what once seemed impossible. This episode is a powerful conversation about resilience, recovery, self worth, and the incredible things that can happen when we stop fighting our bodies and start working with them. Whether you're an athlete or simply navigating your own challenges, Rachel's story is one you won't forget. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: graciekramerteam@unitedtalent.com * WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M * LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9] * LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066] FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — * INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr]) * TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3 [https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3]) * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv * FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

Gracie & Kamila on Beach Volleyball, Body Image, & Healing

From competing at the highest levels of beach volleyball to navigating the intense pressures that come with being an athlete, today’s conversation with Kamila Tan goes far beyond the game itself. We talk about her journey through collegiate and professional beach volleyball, the injuries and setbacks that tested her resilience, and what it really takes to keep showing up when things don’t go according to plan. Most importantly, Kamila opens up about her experience with eating disorders and body image struggles, topics that affect far more athletes than many people realize. This is an honest, vulnerable conversation about self worth, identity, healing, and learning to separate who you are from how you perform. Whether you're an athlete, someone navigating body image challenges, or simply facing adversity in your own life, Kamila’s story is a powerful reminder that strength isn't just about what happens in competition. It's about how you keep moving forward when life gets hard. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions surrounding eating disorders, body image struggles, and mental health. If these topics may be difficult for you, please take care while listening. If you or a loved one are seeking professional help, resources are listed below🤍 National Alliance for Eating Disorders Helpline at 1-866-662-1235 and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: graciekramerteam@unitedtalent.com * WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M * LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9] * LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066] FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — * INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr]) * TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3 [https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3]) * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv * FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631

Gracie & Pua on UCLA Gymnastics, Getting Recruited, & Taking Risks

In this episode of Athletes After Hours, I sit down with former UCLA gymnast and NCAA National Champion, Pua Hall to talk about the transition out of elite athletics and what it really means to rediscover yourself after sport. As a former elite gymnast who helped lead UCLA to a national championship, Pua knows firsthand the pressure, intensity, and emotional ups and downs that come with competing at the highest level. Now navigating life in her 20s as a real estate agent and sound healer, Pua opens up about finding peace, purpose, and identity beyond gymnastics while helping the next generation of athletes feel calmer, more grounded, and better equipped for both athletic excellence and life outside of sport. We dive into mental health, nervous system regulation, healing through movement and mindfulness, and the importance of creating safe spaces for athletes to simply be human. This conversation felt incredibly full circle for both of us as former teammates reflecting on everything our sport gave us and took from us. I think so many athletes, former athletes, and even people simply navigating change and pressure in their own lives will deeply connect with this one. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I’ll see you next Wednesday 🤍 CONTACT ME FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES 💌: graciekramerteam@unitedtalent.com * WATCH MORE OF AAH: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAqmszrKB9tGT2cLtCruLHGYJGHxFdA1M * LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1tMu2BlIgGVUYLLkES4VDo?si=23a99e4d67934ea9] * LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-after-hours-with-gracie-kramer/id1882423066] FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS — * INSTAGRAM: @gracie.kramer (https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/gracie.kramer?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr]) * TIKTOK: @graciekramer8 (https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3 [https://www.tiktok.com/@graciekramer8?_r=1&_t=ZT-94nOAG8Efr3]) * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@graciekramer14?si=F28A5yWoqUu0DRPv * FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011384569631