About this episode
Watching the 2026 Olympics hit different—especially if you’re an athlete mom navigating injury, postpartum changes, or that “my body feels unfamiliar” season.
In this episode I break down Lindsey Vonn’s 2026 comeback, the pre-Olympic ACL rupture, and the downhill crash that led to a complex tibia fracture and multiple surgeries.
But this isn’t a recap for gossip—it’s a masterclass on identity, pain, nervous system safety, and returning to sport.
You’ll learn:
Why “pain is a choice” doesn’t mean “pain isn’t real” (and what it actually means)
The Pain Rules (how to know what’s safe vs what’s too much)
Capacity vs Load: why rehab and performance use the same principles
How identity shapes pain perception, fear, avoidance, and what your body believes is possible
What to do if you’re an athlete mom coming back from injury, pregnancy, or chronic pain
If you’ve ever thought “I’m broken,” “this is just my body now,” or “I’ll never be the same,” this one will shift something.
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