2.15 Lanny Barnes Before the Podium: The Mother Who Built an Olympian

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia sits down with former Olympian and current world-level competitor Lanny Barnes.Known for her grit, discipline, and elite-level performance on the world stage, Lanny sits down to share the story behind the strength, starting with the woman who shaped it all: her mother.Lanny reflects on what it meant to be raised by a woman who embodied service, resilience, humility, and unwavering love. A lifelong educator, devoted wife, and the foundation behind raising a surgeon and two Olympians, her mother’s influence is woven into every chapter of Lanny’s life. This conversation honors not just a remarkable parent, but the quiet leadership that builds champions long before the podium ever does.The episode moves through grief, gratitude, and growth, and into what’s next. Lanny shares her current goals for 2026, how her training mindset is evolving, and what continues to drive her forward in competition. There’s honest reflection, laughter, banter about the upcoming Shotgun World Shoot, and the kind of real-life perspective that only comes after experiencing both triumph and loss.This isn’t just a conversation about shooting sports.It’s about legacy.It’s about the women who shape us.And it’s about carrying their strength forward when it matters most.Episode Resources & Ways to Support the Show🎥 Watch this episode on the She Shield YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@sheshieldpod 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen.🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode.⭐ Rate & review the podcast: this helps the show reach more people who can benefit from self-defense education.📲 Follow on Instagram: @sheshieldpod for episode highlights, behind-the-scenes, and episode updates. Check out your host Sofia @fit4fia. To learn more about Sofia and or to train with her, visit fit4fia.comThis Episode is brought to you by Right to Bear. Right to Bear is a legal defense membership designed to support everyday citizens who take personal responsibility for their safety. Their program provides access to experienced attorneys and legal resources if you’re ever forced to defend yourself or others in a critical incident.See their membership options here:  http://Www.protectwithbear.com/pages/plansUse code “FIT4FIA10” at checkout to receive 10% off your membership.Episode Resources: Lanny's WebisteLanny on Instagram