95: Chandra Crawford - What to do after winning Olympic gold?

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Join the conversation as Ryan chats with the extraordinary Chandra Crawford, Olympic gold medalist turned inspiring life trailblazer. Chandra's journey from the snow-clad peaks of Canmore to the uncharted terrains of life beyond the podium is nothing short of awe-inspiring. As we navigate her story, you’ll be privy to an intimate discussion on the transformative power of persistence, the joy of discovering new passions, and the courage to redefine identity when life calls for a new chapter. This is not simply a tale of athletic prowess, but a testament to the undying quest for personal growth and the profound impact one can have on the next generation, affirming that true success is not always measured in medals, but in the milestones of life's relentless race.
Tune in to learn more about:

• A sneak peek into the activities in the Rocky side of Canada and her first love, biathlon
• How she used negative experiences as fuel in her athletic career
• Her first super highs in cross-country skiing
• How she went around the thoughts of throwing in the towel in the hard phase of her transition
• Redefining her definition of success and how it resulted in a beautiful experience during her last race
• The values of having interests beyond sports that are worth your every minute
• Finding the rhythm in her shift to the non-profit world
• Hurdles she had to face whilst building a family, running her charity, and doing her MBA
• What she would opt to do differently about her transition and setting herself up for her present life

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1. Athlete Career Transition and Personal Growth (00:00:00)

2. Life of a 24-Hour Athlete (00:04:36)

3. Olympic Triumph (00:13:58)

4. Athlete Transitions and Finding Identity (00:24:23)

5. Finding Purpose Beyond Competitive Skiing (00:35:37)

6. Athlete Transition and Identity Cultivation (00:40:59)