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EPISODE · Sep 16, 2025 · 54 MIN

Emma Spence: D1 Gymnast, 2x Olympic Alternate, Overcoming Adversity in your Sport & Struggles with Body Image

from Athletes Beyond the Game · host Julia Fisch & Sara Kelly Kornienko

Julia and Sara are back this week talking with Emma Spence, a former D1 Gymnast at the University of Nebraska, and member of the Canadian National Team. Emma had a decorated career, becoming an alternate at both the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 and the Paris Olympics in 2024. Listen this week as we dive into topics surrounding what it's like being an alternate, toxic coaching environments, and struggling with body image from a young age. You can find us on IG and TikTok at @athletesbeyondthegame To share your story please fill out a form on our website, athletesbeyondthegame.com

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