Listen "Carolyn Peck - athletics, community, mental health, personal records, resilience, anxiety, fitness journey, rugby, strength training, youth education"
Episode Synopsis
summaryIn this episode of the Axis Strength Training Podcast, host Jason Sweet interviews Carolyn Peck, an athlete who shares her journey of reclaiming her identity through sports after a five-year hiatus. Carolyn discusses her lifelong passion for athletics, the importance of community in fitness, and how she overcame anxiety to achieve personal records. She emphasizes the role of resilience in navigating setbacks, transforming challenges into opportunities, and offers advice for newcomers to fitness.takeawaysAthletics has always been a big part of my identity.Rejoining Axis helped me reclaim my sense of self.Community is crucial for consistency in fitness.Anxiety can be managed through supportive environments.Setting personal records is about progress, not perfection.It's important to acknowledge and celebrate small victories.Showing up is key, even on tough days.Resilience can turn setbacks into opportunities for growth.Mental health is closely tied to physical activity.Everyone's fitness journey is unique and valid.titlesReclaiming Identity Through AthleticsThe Power of Community in FitnessSound Bites"I just want to feel like an athlete again""I chose Axis for a couple of reasons""Stress can be a good thing"Chapters00:00Introduction to Carolyn Peck's Athletic Journey05:52Reclaiming Identity Through Athletics10:03The Importance of Community in Fitness14:28Overcoming Anxiety and Building Confidence19:06Setting Personal Records and Achievements21:13Facing Obstacles and Maintaining Motivation27:22Dealing with Injuries and Setbacks32:16Transforming Stress into Growth33:36Encouragement for Newcomers to Fitness36:15Outro take2 w music.mp3