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EPISODE · Jan 26, 2025 · 1H 10M

#87 Chelsea Blissett: Eating Disorders, Professional Football & Road to Recovery

from Keegan and Company · host Keegan Hipgrave

Join Keegan as he sits down with Chelsea Blissett, professional soccer player for Brisbane Roar, to discuss the highs and lows of life as an elite athlete. Chelsea opens up about her journey in the A-League Women, from making her professional debut to navigating the grueling demands of the sport. She shares the physical and emotional toll of suffering two ACL injuries and the mental resilience required to come back stronger each time.   In a deeply personal conversation, Chelsea also speaks candidly about her battle with an eating disorder, revealing how anxiety and pressure to meet the athletic ideal led her down a difficult path. She reflects on the moment she decided to seek help, the role of her support network, and the importance of breaking the stigma around mental health in sports.   Connect with us on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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