In this episode, we chat with Rachel Olson, Elite Competitor Parent Coach, about how parents can support their daughters in sports without contributing to burnout. Burnout is a real issue for young female athletes, and Rachel shares valuable insights on how to recognise the signs, what contributes to burnout, and how parents can create a more supportive, balanced environment for their daughters.
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Episode Highlights:
[02:15] Rachel Olson discusses the concept of burnout in young athletes, explaining how it manifests and why parents often miss the signs.
[05:30] Rachel shares the common triggers of burnout—pressure to perform, fear of failure, and a lack of balance between sports and life.
[10:45]Rachel highlights the importance of open, supportive communication between parents and athletes
[15:20] Rachel gives actionable advice for parents on how to set boundaries, manage expectations, and help foster a healthy sports-life balance.
[20:00] Rachel wraps up by talking about the importance of shifting the parental mindset
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