Athlete Builder Ep. 23 - Rebecca Rouse - Weightlifter and Owner of Semper Stronger

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast, Rebecca Rouse, a weightlifter, fitness professional and owner of Semper Stronger, shares her journey from gymnastics to weightlifting as well as her experience with bodybuilding. She discusses her transition to Olympic weightlifting and the challenges she faced along the way. Rebecca also talks about her goals and the misconceptions and stereotypes she encounters as a weightlifter. She emphasizes the importance of hard work, discipline, and dedication in achieving success in the sport. Rebecca Rouse discusses her husband's strengths and injuries, as well as the wins and resilience she experiences when working with individuals with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). She highlights the importance of a functional approach to addressing root causes and the benefits of combining brain and body treatments. Rebecca also shares her insights on addressing pain, improving sleep, and helping veterans find hope and healing. She emphasizes the role of exercise as medicine for mental health and the importance of mindset and setting new goals. Rebecca also discusses the challenges of training in a lonely sport and the significance of evening routines for sleep preparation. In this conversation, Rebecca Rouse discusses the importance of automating your day for productivity and the benefits of structuring your morning and evening routines. She emphasizes the significance of prioritizing sleep and how it can positively impact overall wellness, health, and performance. Rebecca also highlights the power of physical and mental strength and the role of movement in making people feel better. The conversation delves into the impact of sleep deprivation on students and the disadvantages of early school start times. Rebecca shares her favorite athletes and books, and discusses the impact of $10 million on her life. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the Arnold experience. Our supplements of choice: Jocko Fuel: https://jockofuel.com/products/jocko-go-energy-drink?variant=46916594598183 Our podcast links. Athlete Builder on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Athlete-Builder Athlete Builder on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34QCcodvAqAgj7iwk3tdrj Athlete Builder on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athlete-builder/id1715521920 Athlete Builder on Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b5583cce-62bc-4611-ab54-ff367f41632d/athlete-builder Our social media links. Athlete Builder on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athlete_builder/ Athlete Builder on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1athletebuilder Athlete Builder on X: https://x.com/AthleteBuilder Athlete Builder on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@athlete.builder Athlete Builder web page: https://athlete-builder.com Athlete Builder e-mail: [email protected] Our services/products. Buy the Athlete Builder book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9xiGOWQ Buy the Athlete Builder book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/athlete-builder-jim-beebe/1146362511?ean=9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder book in bulk at: https://bookpal.com/athlete-builder-the-blueprint-to-build-champion-athletes-9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder planner on Amazon: (COMING SOON!) Take the Athlete Builder course: https://athlete-builder.com/courses Schedule a time for a Game Plan Session for you to get started: https://link.closersoftware.com/widget/bookings/ab-gameplansession Book for speaking engagements: https://athlete-builder.com/speaking Buy Athlete Builder apparel and swag: https://athlete-builder.printify.me/products Register for the Athlete Builder newsletter: https://athlete-builder.com/newsletter Read the Athlete Builder blog: https://athlete-builder.com/blog Train at Unbreakable Athletics Academy in Plainfield, IN: https://unbreakableathleticsacademy.com Support our charities: the military, breast cancer, and disadvantaged youth: https://theufoundation.square.site