173: The Dark Side of Being a Former Athlete

No one tells you how hard life feels after sports.Not just physically — but mentally and emotionally.In this conversation, Baylee and I get honest about what it’s really like to go from athlete to “normal life.” The weight gain, the loss of identity, the frustration of not feeling like yourself, and the pressure to “just move on.”This episode is about:Grieving the version of yourself you used to beFeeling disconnected from your bodyWhy ex-athletes struggle more than they admitHow to navigate this phase without hating yourselfIf you’ve ever thought, “I used to be so fit and confident… what happened?” — you’ll feel seen in this one.Learn more about our 1:1 coaching: https://strongg4lifee.com/home-1237 Tik tok: @madie_BunkerIG: @madie_bunkerBaylee:Ig: @baydelauri