#335 Kayti Simonson: From the Track National Champion to Semi Pro Soccer to Hyrox

This week on the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome Kayti Simonson (@kaytisimonson on Instagram). Kayti shares her incredible athletic journey from track and field to semi-pro soccer to Hyrox World Championships, representing Team Canada twice in the relay, all while balancing a law career and much more.  We explore her experiences balancing sport, career, and personal growth, along with insights on training, mental health, and chasing dreams.00:00 From Track to Trials: Katie's Athletic Journey04:01 Balancing Law and Athletics: A Dual Pursuit08:52 Identity and Athletics: Beyond the Finish Line12:05 Transitioning Sports: From Track to Soccer14:14 The Sacrifices of an Athlete: A Life of Dedication15:27 Finding Balance: Navigating Life as an Athlete19:54 Discovering Hyrox: A New Challenge24:35 The Community of Hyrox: What Keeps Athletes Coming Back28:40 Preparing for World Championships: The Next Steps30:52 Balancing Running and Strength Training32:42 Recognising Overtraining and Its Effects35:34 The Shift from Individual to Team Competitions38:57 Navigating Identity and Social Media in Sports42:48 The Emotional Weight of Competitive Sports47:03 Embracing a Holistic Approach to Athleticism48:46 Exploring New Athletic Avenues: Flag Football56:09 Pursuing Passion Over PrestigeYou can follow us on Instagram@anygivenrundaypodcastThe Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HEREGet the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!! If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie. ALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles).altarfuel.com