From Setbacks to Team Canada: A Flag Football Journey with Clara Beaudoin

In this episode of the Fast and Free Podcast, you'll discover how to handle setbacks with resilience, why adaptability is the key to high performance, and the mental frameworks that keep elite athletes moving forward despite adversity. Brant takes a step outside the marathon world to sit down with Team Canada Flag Football player Clara Beaudoin, who shares powerful insights into managing anxiety with action as an athlete, the importance of mental awareness, and how to cultivate confidence through consistency and self-belief. Her story highlights the significance of enjoying the process, staying connected to your purpose, and the unexpected growth that comes with facing uncertainty. We break down the habits and mindsets that distinguish high performers from the rest, emphasizing the value of multi-sport development, mental resilience, and goal-minded clarity. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, coach, or simply driven by personal growth, you'll learn practical strategies to stay motivated, embrace change, and push past your limits—all while keeping joy at the core of your journey. Most people see Flag Football as just a fun side sport to it's older sibling Tackle Football, but for Clara, it's been a journey of perseverance, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of excellence. From growing up in a world without flag football to becoming one of Canada's top players and eyeing the 2028 Olympics, her story is a masterclass in overcoming mental and physical challenges while constantly evolving. --- Relevant Links Get coached by Brant Stachel – https://teamrunrun.com/coach/brant-stachel-kingston-ontario-running-coach/Mental Performance Coaching with Brant Stachel:calendly.com/cepadminteam/15-minute-intake-call-cloneLearn More about Team RunRun: https://teamrunrun.com Fuel your training:https://fuelgoods.com/?ref=Brant --- About the Fast & Free Podcast The Fast & Free Podcast with Brant Stachel explores the intersection of endurance training and mental performance. Each week, Brant—an endurance coach, Registered Psychotherapist, and mental performance specialist—talks with athletes and coaches about training smarter, thinking clearly under pressure, and building sustainable performance over time. -- Follow Fast & Free Coaching: Instagram: @fastandfreecoaching YouTube: @FastandFreeCoaching Website: http://runfastandfree.com-- Follow Along With Clara's Journey: Instagram: @clarabeaudoin.ath