Take More Water: Jess Thoennes Isn’t Ready to Be Done

SponsorsMomentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20SummaryIn this conversation, Jess shares her journey from being a walk-on athlete to becoming a two-time Olympian in rowing. She discusses the challenges she faced in transitioning from volleyball and basketball to rowing, the supportive community she found, and the defining moments in her college career that led to her success. Jess also reflects on her experiences at the Tokyo and Paris Olympics, highlighting the contrasts between the two events and the emotional journey of becoming an Olympian. She reflects on her coping strategies, the transition from athlete to career, and the skills gained through sports that apply to everyday work. Jess also opens up about her struggles with depression and the significance of being open about mental health issues. As she looks to the future, she emphasizes the importance of living fully and embracing new opportunities.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene02:03 Transitioning to Rowing: A New Journey10:02 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Community18:05 Defining Moments in College Rowing22:02 Becoming an Olympian: The Journey to Tokyo25:09 Contrasting Olympic Experiences: Tokyo vs. Paris28:01 The Energy of Competition29:12 Post-Olympic Emotions and Mental Health33:08 Coping Strategies After the Games35:20 Living Life in Quads: The Athlete's Journey39:00 Transitioning Skills from Sports to Career42:11 Understanding Depression and Its Impact45:21 Being Open About Mental Health47:46 Future Aspirations and Life Beyond SportsRelevant Links & Contact@jthoennes on instagram, Jessica Thoennes OLY on LinkedInFollow The Next Playbook www.TheNextPlaybook.comInstagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Podcast | Blog