Recently Retired

Breaking the Body Mold

43 min · 23. jan. 2025
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In this raw and reflective episode of Recently Retired, two former Division 1 athletes, now navigating life post-competition, open up about the impact of body image on their athletic journeys and beyond. From the intense pressure to maintain peak physical form in the face of external expectations to the transition into life after sport, they explore how their perceptions of their bodies have evolved. As females in a world where athleticism and appearance often intersect, they share the complex relationship between strength, self-worth, and societal standards. Tune in for a candid conversation about learning to embrace one's body at every stage of life, both on and off the field.

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