The Hardest Part Wasn’t Quitting. It Was What Came After. AthletEX Founder Taylor Cohen

Life After Pro Sports with AthletEX Founder: Taylor CohenWhat happens when the final whistle blows — and you’re not ready to stop playing? In this episode, we sit down with a former pro soccer player and founder of AthletEX, a community-driven platform helping athletes rediscover identity, purpose, and connection after competitive sports.She opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of retirement (twice!), playing overseas during COVID, returning to the field for one final gold-medal run, and ultimately transitioning into entrepreneurship. We dive into:✅ Coping with identity loss post-sport✅ Coming out of retirement on your terms✅ The power of athlete community after college✅ Starting AthletEX and redefining “retired”✅ Dealing with long-term injuries and navigating recovery✅ Why there's no such thing as a “former” athleteWhether you’re one season removed or a decade out, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the afterlife of sport.