Millennium Counseling Center
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Athlete Wellness | Life After Sport Series: Fitness After the Game
Athlete Wellness | Life After Sport Series: Fitness After the Game
Athlete Wellness | Life After Sport Series: Fitness After the Game
Friday 4th April 2025
Sarah Meister and Lilly Wehman discuss transitioning from competitive sports to personal fitness routines, emphasizing mental well-being over performance.
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Episode Overview
- Transitioning from structured, team-driven workouts to personal fitness routines can be challenging.
- Finding value in movement for mental health rather than performance is crucial.
- Group fitness classes can provide structure and community post-competition.
- Reframing one's mindset towards exercise helps in finding balance and joy in movement.
- Personal fitness journeys are unique, and it's important to be kind and flexible with oneself.
For me, the freedom of choice was initially overwhelming, but I learned to value movement for my mental health.
In this episode of the Millennium Counseling Center Podcast, Sarah Meister and Lilly Wehman, both former athletes turned therapists, share their experiences transitioning from competitive sports to finding a new fitness routine. They discuss the challenges of moving from structured, team-driven workouts to creating their own fitness schedules. Sarah talks about her initial struggle with the freedom of choice and how she eventually learned to appreciate movement for its mental health benefits.
Lilly shares her journey of diving into intense group fitness classes and later finding balance in her routine. They both emphasize the importance of valuing movement for mental well-being over performance and offer advice on how to reframe one's mindset towards exercise. Their conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, reflections, and practical tips for anyone looking to redefine their relationship with fitness after a competitive career.
Whether you're a former athlete or someone looking to find a healthier approach to exercise, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement.