Former swimmer Ali Meeks discusses her choice to end her collegiate career and her personal identity search during that time. She also shares her struggles with body image and unhealthy eating behaviors.
Her story is a great example of an unconventional path which eventually led her right back to her passion for water and the swimming world. Let us know what you thought of this video and please hit the subscribe button for more videos and content from Athletes Soul!
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In Transition Talks, former athletes share their stories of athletic retirement and transition, and give practical advice on how to mitigate the challenges athletes face when they retire from athletic competition. Each episode focuses on one athlete’s journey after sports and a specific challenge they struggle with.
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Athletes Soul is a non-profit organization founded and run by former athletes. Our mission is to support retiring athletes as they transition out of sports and raise awareness about the challenges of athletic retirement. To find out more, visit us at: http://www.athletessoul.org
