On this episode of The Sports Girlie Podcast, Jeanae Robinson sits down with Jamaican track and field athlete Jezelle Shaw for an honest and reflective conversation about life beyond the track.
In a country where sprinting excellence is expected, athletes often carry pressure that goes far beyond race day. Jezelle opens up about the journey behind the medals — navigating expectations, mental health, identity, and the challenge of separating performance from self-worth.
This episode explores what it really means to grow as a young athlete in Jamaica’s powerful track and field culture, while still discovering who you are outside of competition.
From the pressure of representing your country to protecting your confidence in an era of social media comparison, this conversation reminds us that athletes are more than their times on the clock.
Topics discussed:
• Jamaican track culture and expectations
• Mental health in elite sport
• Identity beyond athletics
• Handling pressure and comparison
• Dreams, legacy, and life after track
Because at the end of the day, athletes are more than their lane assignments.
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