Inspirational Ladies; Lauren Steadman Gold Medallist Para Swimmer, Para-Athlete & Strictly Star

Khadija is in conversation with Lauren Steadman, gold medallist para-athlete, para swimmer and strictly star and her sister, Ellen a successful up and coming hairdresser.They chat about dancing, being sisters, competing,  veganism, vegetarianism and the flexitarian diet in this highly entertaining episode that has something for everyone, listen in and enjoy! KEY TAKEAWAYSStrictlyStrictly was a life-changing journey I learned new skills and gained new friends, I miss it and wish I could do it all again.The glitz and glam along with the professionals who are so welcoming make it a very special experience.I like to do the whole dance routine at the start of the week and then break it down into sets, mapping out around the dance floor.There is a fine line between training to be an athlete and committing to public media work.SportI have continued to live in Portsmouth, where I went to university because I have a great set up with good support such as physio which is hugely positive for my training.Over the next few weeks, I will be competing in both the World and European Championships and following a short break I will then be aiming for the 2020 Paralympics and will train without any break until the Games.I've always been competitive but there is more to life than winning.In life its generally dog eat dog and a race against everyone else but you need to succeed for yourself.What you achieve and what you want to achieve has to be for you. BEST MOMENTS‘I'm a madam to train, I want to know why I'm doing something before I'll do it'‘He only nearly dropped me on a few occasions'‘I know it sounds sad but I never have a duvet day I'm always training' VALUABLE RESOURCESKeeping it Real with Khadija PodcastLauren Steadman websiteLauren Steadman TwitterEllen Steadman Instagram ABOUT THE HOSTKeep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity. CONTACTWww.keepitrealwithkhadija.comWww.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadijaEmail: [email protected]    / [email protected] Kalifa Instagram Khadija Kalifa Twitter This show was brought to you by Progressive Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.