E1. Rising Above with Grace Pyatt – Asthmatic and Pro Volleyball Athlete

In this episode, Josh interviews Grace Pyatt, a professional volleyball player from Niagara, Ontario, Canada. Grace shares her inspiring journey of overcoming asthma to achieve success on the volleyball court. She discusses her experiences playing for French and Portuguese teams, being part of the Canadian beach national team, and her academic achievements in nursing and gerontology. Grace opens up about the challenges she faced with her asthma, the hurdles in getting a proper diagnosis, and how she managed her condition to pursue her athletic dreams. Her story is a powerful testament to determination, resilience, and the ability to balance athletic ambitions with personal health challenges. Grace also talks about her future plans, her passion for geriatric care, and the importance of kindness in all aspects of life.00:00 Introduction to Grace Pyatt00:22 Grace's Asthma Journey00:40 Academic and Athletic Achievements01:25 Connecting Through Asthma Advocacy02:50 Challenges and Triumphs in Volleyball03:55 Language Barriers and Cultural Experiences13:52 Asthma Diagnosis and Management33:58 Early Volleyball Journey34:15 Discovering Brock University35:25 Coaching and Growth36:31 Injuries and Determination42:10 Balancing Nursing and Volleyball45:06 Asthma and Athletic Challenges01:03:02 Final Reflections and Future Plans01:08:55 Inspirational MessageConnect with us (@BeyondTheWheeze):Check us out on InstagramFollow Beyond the Wheeze on LinkedInConnect with us on TikTokFollow us on FacebookSpeaking services, media, blog & news on our websiteEmail Josh directly at [email protected] video podcasts more your thing? Check us out on YouTube!Visit Asthma Canada, or the Lung Health Foundation, to see how you can get involved today.