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EPISODE · May 21, 2025 · 54 MIN

From Ice to Insight: Nia’s Story of Sport, Stress, and Self-Discovery

from The Strong Girl Podcast · host Jade Jordan

What happens when the spotlight fades, but the pressure doesn’t?In this candid and emotional episode, Jade sits down with her long-time friend, Nia Palmer—former elite figure skater turned personal trainer and psychology Master's student. Together, they discuss the hidden toll of aesthetic sports, the emotional fallout after leaving elite competition, and the journey from burnout to breakthrough.Nia opens up about her struggle with body image, hypothyroidism and identity loss after quitting sport, how chasing a law career led to further stress, and the pivotal moment she chose healing over hustle.Whether you’re an athlete, a high-achiever, or simply someone navigating a big life transition, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired.Follow Jade on Instagram: ⁠@jadejordanfit⁠Reach out to Nia: @full.circle.performance__Enquire about coaching: ⁠Join the Strong Girl Collective⁠Enter the Strong Girl Giveaway: ⁠HERE

What happens when the spotlight fades, but the pressure doesn’t?In this candid and emotional episode, Jade sits down with her long-time friend, Nia Palmer—former elite figure skater turned personal trainer and psychology Master's student. Together, they discuss the hidden toll of aesthetic sports, the emotional fallout after leaving elite competition, and the journey from burnout to breakthrough.Nia opens up about her struggle with body image, hypothyroidism and identity loss after quitting sport, how chasing a law career led to further stress, and the pivotal moment she chose healing over hustle.Whether you’re an athlete, a high-achiever, or simply someone navigating a big life transition, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired.Follow Jade on Instagram: ⁠@jadejordanfit⁠Reach out to Nia: @full.circle.performance__Enquire about coaching: ⁠Join the Strong Girl Collective⁠Enter the Strong Girl Giveaway: ⁠HERE

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